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American Eskimo Dog

Compact spitz-type companion dog with distinctive dense white double coat, black points on lips, nose, and eye rims, wedge-shaped head, and plumed tail carried over the back. Available in three sizes (toy, miniature, standard) with an alert expression and striking appearance.

Life span
13–15 years
Origin
United States
American Eskimo Dog dog breed

Profile

Important information

Species / Genre
Dog
Life span
13–15 years
Temperament
Intelligent, alert, friendly, playful, energetic, eager to please
Origin
United States
Breed group
Non-Sporting
Weight
3–16 kg
Height
23–48 cm

About

American Eskimo Dog

Description

Compact spitz-type companion dog with distinctive dense white double coat, black points on lips, nose, and eye rims, wedge-shaped head, and plumed tail carried over the back. Available in three sizes (toy, miniature, standard) with an alert expression and striking appearance.

History

Descended from white German Spitz dogs brought to America by German immigrants. Name changed from German Spitz to American Eskimo Dog during World War I due to anti-German sentiment. Became popular circus performers in the 19th and early 20th centuries, recognized by AKC in 1994

Temperament

Personality traits

Intelligent alert friendly playful energetic eager to please

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