American Eskimo Dog

The American Eskimo is a white Spitz-type dog. It has a wedge-shaped head with muzzle and skull about the same length. It has erect triangular-shaped ears and a heavily plumed tail curled over the back. The profuse coat is always white, or white with biscuit or cream markings. Toy: 9-12 inches (23-30 cm) 6-10 pounds (2.4-4.5 kg) Miniature: over 12 (30 cm) up to 15 inches (38 cm) 10-20 pounds (4.5-9 kg) Standard: over 15 inches (38 cm) up to 19 in... More

Higher classification:

Breed of:

Also known as:

  • American Deutscher Spitz,
  • American Spitz,
  • Eskie

Biology

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AKC Group:

Size:

Minimum Height Maximum Height Minimum Weight Maximum Weight
  • 22.9 cm (9.02 in )
  • 48.3 cm (19 in )
  • 2.7 kg (6 lb )
  • 15.9 kg (35.1 lb )

Hunting Dog:

  • No

Hypoallergenic:

  • No

Apartment Friendly:

  • Yes

Light Shedder:

  • Yes

Exercise Requirement:

Family Friendly:

Life Expectancy:

Low High
  • 13 yr.
  • 15 yr.
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