American Eskimo Dog

United States

American Spitz, American German Spitz, Eskie

• Standard 36-48 cm
• Miniature 28-38 cm
• Toy dogs under 30 cm, females less than 28 cm

• Standard 8 - 16 kg
• Miniature 4,5 one - 9kg
• Toy 2.7 to 4.5 kg

AKC, UKC

The American Eskimo Dog is a breed of dog in the United States without FCI recognition. He is recognized by the AKC.

Origin and History

Even during the early days of the U.S., this type of dog was quite large in order to fulfill his duty as a farm dog. Since the beginning of the 20th century dogs of this breed have been registered under its current name with the United Kennel Club. From this point breeders also began to breed the smaller variants.

Description

This breed is considered to be a variant of the German top. It is bred in three sizes: 15 inches, 12 to 15 inches and up to 12 inches. The coat is typically long pointed, standing or medium. The only allowed colors are pure white and creamy - biscuit. The breed is not, as the name suggests could be a sled dog or polar. For more description, see Spitz ( dog). The coat is considered to be self-cleaning, which prevents dense undercoat that the dog is wet to the skin. Like the European top is the American Eskimo Dog is known for its sturdiness and durability. In the U.S., the breed is quite common in other countries rarely.