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American Eskimo Dog
A.K.A. :Eskimo Spitz, American Spitz, German Spitz
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Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
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Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
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Breeds by Trait | Good With Kids |
Overview: | The American Eskimo Dog was used as a circus dogs in the early part of last century, but their true skills are as a loyal and beautiful companion. With a striking white coat, the 'Eskie' is growing in popularity as a pet. |
Breed Group: | Non-Sporting |
Weight (lbs): | Toy:6-10 Miniature: 11-20 Standard: 20-40 |
Height (in): | Toy: 9-12 Miniature: 12-15 Standard: 15-19 |
Colors: | White, or white with biscuit cream. |
Coat: | The coat has two layers. The undercoat is short and dense, and the outer coat consists of long straight hair. It is thicker and longer around the chest and neck. |
Character: | American Eskimo Dogs are intelligent, inquisitive, and very playful. They're full of fun and very social with humans and other dogs. |
Temperament: | This breed is very sociable with its family and is good with children, other dogs, and even other household pets. |
Care: | The American Eskimo Dog requires regular brushing as its hair tends toward matting. Extra attention is needed during the twice yearly shedding. |
Training: | This breed is smart and eager to please, so training techniques need to be gentle and consistent. |
Activity: | The American Eskimo Dog needs a workout every day and may need to take long walks or go out for a jog. |
Country of Origin: | Germany |
Health Issue: | This breed is fairly healthy, although they may have eye and tear duct problems. |
Life Expectancy: | 13-16 |
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American Eskimo Spitz
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American Eskimo Dog
Female, 14 Weeks Old
USA WILLIAMSPORT, MD, USA
Date listed: 06/29/2024
This puppy is an American Spitz; cute white fluffy and sweet! This puppy is up-to-date with vaccinations, dewormed, vet checked and will come with a 1-year genetic health...
American Eskimo Spitz
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American Eskimo Dog
Female, 14 Weeks Old
USA WILLIAMSPORT, MD, USA
Date listed: 06/29/2024
This puppy is an American Spitz; cute white fluffy and sweet! This puppy is up-to-date with vaccinations, dewormed, vet checked and will come with a 1-year genetic health...
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Persephone of KY - American Eskimo Dog (long coat) Dog For Adoption
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American Eskimo Dog
Female, Adult
USA Pikesville, MD, USA
Date listed: 07/24/2024
Posted Breed: American Eskimo Dog (long coat). Please contact Piper (piper.purcellgmail) for more information about this pet. Hello! Meet Persephone, a small dog (17 lbs)...
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American Eskimo Dog
Female, Adult
USA Pikesville, MD, USA
Date listed: 07/24/2024
Posted Breed: American Eskimo Dog (long coat). Please contact Piper (piper.purcellgmail) for more information about this pet. Are you sad because you sometimes go to the...
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American Eskimo Dog
Female, Adult
USA Cuba, NY, USA
Date listed: 07/24/2024
Posted Breed: American Eskimo Dog (long coat). Tillie was born September 1, 2015 and weighs 32 pounds. Tillie has soft, fluffy even more so than any other Eskie I've met. If you...
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American Eskimo Dog
Female, Adult
USA Bon Carbo, CO, USA
Date listed: 07/17/2024
Posted Breed: American Eskimo Dog (long coat). Please contact Constance (connibouchardgmail) for more information about this pet. Rescued dog Biography Important...
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American Eskimo Dog
Male, Adult
USA Cuba, NY, USA
Date listed: 07/17/2024
Posted Breed: American Eskimo Dog (long coat). Ace was born May 1, 2015 and weighs 35 pounds. We received the following message from Ace's human. "I need some help with...
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American Eskimo Dog
Male, Young
USA Tampa, FL, USA
Date listed: 07/17/2024
Posted Breed: American Eskimo Dog / Shepherd (long coat). MAXX & ME PET RESCUE adoptable dogs RASCAL! Rascal and his momma Reba were picked up as strays and taken to...
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American Eskimo Dog
Female,
USA Pikesville, MD, USA
Date listed: 07/17/2024
Posted Breed: American Eskimo Dog. Please Note: This animal is listed as a courtesy to another organization or individual. Please be sure to contact the foster/caretaker for more...
Liza White - American Eskimo Dog (long coat) Dog For Adoption
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American Eskimo Dog
Female, Young
USA Cuba, NY, USA
Date listed: 07/10/2024
Posted Breed: American Eskimo Dog (long coat). Liza was born on June 14, 2023 and weighs about 35 pounds. Update from foster mom after s few months: I am leaving the original...
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American Eskimo Dog
Female,
USA Pikesville, MD, USA
Date listed: 09/21/2023
Posted Breed: American Eskimo Dog. Please Note: This animal is listed as a courtesy to another organization or individual. Please be sure to contact the foster/caretaker for more...
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