American Eskimo Dog
American Eskimo Dog (miniature size)
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| Other names | Eskimo Spitz American Spitz German Spitz | ||||||||||||
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| Nicknames | Eskie | ||||||||||||
| Country of origin | Germany | ||||||||||||
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Miniature
Height;12-15 in (30.5-38 cm).....females 11-14 in (28-35.5 cm).
Weight
10–20 lb (4.5–9 kg)
Standard
Height:15-19 in (38-48 cm)........females 14-18 in (35.5-45.5 cm)
Weight
18–35 lb (8–16 kg)
Coat
Double coat with long, straight outer coat and dense, thick, short undercoat; ruff at neck
Colors
Pure white, white with biscuit cream|and cream
Other Names
American Deutscher Spitz; American Spitz
Toy
Height: 9–12 in (23–30.5 cm)
Weight: 6–10 lb (3–4.5 kg )
ORIGIN AND HISTORY
The breed is a close relation of the white Keeshond, white
Pomeranian, and white German Spitz. Perhaps because of anti-German sentiment
during World War I, the breed’s name was changed in 1917 to the American Eskimo
Dog. “American Eskimo” was also the kennel name of the first breeders to
register the breed with the United Kennel Club in the early 1900s.
The circus first popularized this spunky breed, when the
American Eskimo named Stout’s Pal Pierre walked on a tightrope in the Ringling
Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus. Today, the American Eskimo’s talents are
put to use on the competitive stages of dog obedience and agility, and he is a
trusted narcotics detection dog and guard dog as well.
PERSONALITY PROFILE
Playful, charming, affectionate, intelligent, willing to
please—all are used to describe the American Eskimo Dog. An energetic, spunky
breed, he will develop nuisance behaviors that can be difficult to change if he
is left alone too long or is not provided with proper guidance. American Eskimos
are barkers, but this trait has resulted in a big watchdog in a small and
loving body. He has a need to be near his owners.
CARE REQUIREMENTS
Exercise
Regular exercise will help release the American Eskimo Dog’s
natural energy and stimulate his ever-present curiosity.
Grooming
Although the American Eskimo Dog’s double coat sheds quite a
bit, it stays clean and white with minimal care—regular brushing and an
occasional going-over with a shedding blade are all that’s needed.
Health
The average life span of the American Eskimo Dog is 12 to 17
years.
Breed health concerns may include diabetes; epilepsy; hip
dysplasia; juvenile cataracts; Legg-Calve-Perthes disease; patellar luxation;
and progressive retinal atrophy .
Training
The American Eskimo Dog enjoys and excels at training, where he is a top contender in the obedience, rally, and agility rings. His show-biz background is evident to all who try teaching him tricks, and he is quick to learn household rules
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