Eskimo Dog – American Eskimo Dog
Early expedition use of the Eskimo Dog brought him not only into demand and respect, but put him under the eyes of the scientific community during the 1800’s and early 1900’s. It is said that a Canadian Eskimo Dog can pull twice his weight and still cover up to 70 miles per day in some of the most rugged terrain in the world. It is sad that a dog with such a distinguished history and so perfectly suited to its purpose, would be so little known to dog fanciers. Even among dog racers the Eskimo Dog is rarely utilised.
The Canadian Eskimo Dog Club, and its members are dedicated to the preservation and future survival of the Canadian Eskimo Dog, promising it a place in our future history and tradition. Through promotion and participation we hope that more parties will be willing to undertake the responsibility and dedication of this indigenous canine and work with the existing breeders to increase the genetic pool of registered stock.
American Eskimo dogs, like me, are also called Eskies for short. American Eskimo dogs are officially part of the Non-Sporting group in the AKC (American Kennel Club) and part of the Northern breeds group in the UKC (United Kennel Club). American Eskimo dogs are a Northern Spitz breed. We may look a bit like other dogs in this breed like the Japanese Spitz, Pomeranian, German Spitz and Keeshond. Sometimes Eskies are referred to as the White Spitz or Eskimo Spitz. Sometimes we are even mistaken for a small Samoyed.
American Eskimo Dogs are fun-loving, playful, and charismatic. They are very good with children and make excellent family pets. Some Alaskan Eskimo dogs have an independent streak, but they usually adhere to their work and obey their master’s commands. A highly intelligent breed, the Alaskan Eskimo Dog is alert, acute, and easy to train. They need firm training to prevent the onset of behavioral difficulties or mischievous activities.
The American Eskimo dog is not related to any Eskimo dog even though they are in the Nordic breed. These dogs were bred to be companion dogs. This means they are not the type of dog you put in the back yard and visit when you wish. The American Eskimo dog needs to be a part of their human family. They tend to make great watchdogs and will bark at any unannounced visitor or even while strangers are around. They tend to be very protective over their home and family, but are not prone to attacking or biting unless they are provoked.
