American Eskimo Dog: The All White and All American Dog Breed

American Eskimo Dog: The All White and All American Dog Breed

by Alfred Mason

Also called as Eskie, the American Eskimo Dog is a breed of Spitz type and that has been developed in the United States. It came from the Nordic line of dog breeds and is often utilized as a sled dog, doing tasks such as pulling heavy luggage across snow and ice. This breed is often mistaken for a German Spitz, and although they share the same ancestors, they have been developed separately for over 100 years now.

There are three varieties of the American Eskimo Dog or Eskie and these are the Toy, Miniature and Standard varieties. The heights of these dogs are as follows: toy- 9 to 12 inches, miniature- 12 to 15 inches, and standard- 15 to 19 inches. An Eskie that falls below or exceeds above the 9 inches to 19 inches limit is considered as a disqualification by the breed standard.

Describing the body of the Eskie, it would be compactly built and slightly longer than it is tall. Its body is also covered with a double coat that is water and cold resistant. It has ears that are small, erect and cold resistant; and its coat is ruffled around the neck creating a lion-look.

The rump and back legs of this breed are also draped with lush double coat including its tail, which looks feathery and falls freely on its back. White and white with biscuit cream are the standard colors for the Eskie. In grooming this breed, you will need to brush or comb its coat twice weekly except during its bi-annual shedding when it will need a more frequent grooming.

In the United States and Canada, the Eskie is popular as a house pet and family companion. This dog is very protective and loyal to its master and it strives to be a part of the family. Moreover, not only does it make a good part of the family but as an excellent watchdog as well since the Eskie barks as a signal that a stranger is approaching.

This breed is highly intelligent, biddable, very energetic, moderately free-spirited and very eager to please. As early as possible, it is best for the Eskie to be trained in socialization in order to avoid shyness or misbehaviors in adulthood. Participation in dog shows such as agility and flyball competitions will take care of its socialization issue.

Because this dog is highly energetic, it means that it has excessive energy that needs to be utilized in order to keep him healthy mentally and physically. He must be brought out for daily exercise and the intensity should depend on its size. Although active and protective, the Eskie, won't attack or bite on impulse unless it is being provoked.

The modern Eskie developed from breeds such as the large German Spitz, Italian Spitz, Volpino Italiano and many more. These precursor breeds first arrived in the United States during the early 1900s as brought by immigrants from Europe. The Eskie's first recognition as the American Eskimo Dog happened in 1919 under the American United Kennel Club and it was in 1995 that the breed was officially recognized by the American Kennel Club. - 20511

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