American Eskimo Dog

The American Eskimo Dog is a descendent of the European Spitzes and its name has nothing to do with Eskimo culture. An agile dog on the smaller side (9”-19”), the American Eskimo Dog is a quick learner and eager to please. They are friendly, but also natural watchdogs and protective of their families. Their coats are beautiful, but sheds, and requires regular brushing and bathing.

Breed Notes: Playful, Perky, Smart

Famous American Eskimo Dogs and their Owners:

• Pierre, a beloved performer in the Barnum & Bailey Circus, became the first dog to walk a tightrope in the 1930s.  .

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Each AKC approved purebred breed has its own national club. The mission of these “parent breed clubs” is to improve and preserve a particular breed by advancing knowledge about its history, its health and care requirements and by assuring that the breed’s form and function remain true to its historical physical type and character: A Dalmatian, for instance, should be athletic and have a natural affinity for working with horses. A Fox Terrier should have the right body size and shape, and a drive to go after vermin.

Pet owners, breeders, trainers, veterinarians, and others with a special love for a breed, join the parent breed club to meet like-minded enthusiasts and to support the club’s mission.

The national parent breed club is the first place for the public to go to learn about a breed or find a knowledgeable, experienced breeder.

• The American Eskimo Dog Club of America
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