American Eskimo Dog (Miniature)

Eskie, American Spitz
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Summary

  • The Miniature American Eskimo Dog is a small, intelligent, and lively companion breed with a distinctive white coat. They are affectionate with their families, require regular exercise, and benefit from early training and socialization.

Origin and Purpose

  • Developed in the United States, the American Eskimo Dog was originally used as a circus performer, farm dog, and watchdog. The Miniature size is a smaller version of the standard American Eskimo Dog.

Appearance

Dimensions

GenderHeightWeight
Female9 to 12 inches6 to 10 pounds
Male9 to 12 inches6 to 10 pounds

Coat

AttributeNotes
Color
  • Pure white, or white with biscuit cream
Type
  • Double coat, dense undercoat with a longer outer coat
Length
  • Medium to long

Care

AttributeNotes
Shedding
  • Moderate to Heavy
Grooming
  • Regular brushing required, at least 2-3 times a week
Drooling
  • Low

Body

AttributeNotes
Head
  • Wedge-shaped
Skull
  • Broad, slightly domed
Ears
  • Small, triangular, erect
Eyes
  • Dark brown, almond-shaped
Nose
  • Black
Muzzle
  • Medium length
Teeth
  • Scissor bite
Neck
  • Strong, well-muscled
Forequarters
  • Well-muscled and angulated
Fore Legs
  • Straight
Hindquarters
  • Well-muscled and angulated
Hind Legs
  • Straight
Feet
  • Oval, compact
Tail
  • Plumed, carried over the back
Gait
  • Smooth, agile

Temperament

  • Intelligent, lively, alert, and friendly, though can be reserved with strangers.

Social

AttributeNotes
Affectionate with Family
  • Very affectionate
Good with Children
  • Generally good
Good with Dogs
  • Good with proper socialization
Good with Cats
  • Good with proper socialization
Openness to Strangers
  • Can be reserved or wary
Playfulness Level
  • High
Protective Nature
  • Moderate
Adaptability Level
  • Adaptable

Working Roles

  • Companion, Watchdog, Former circus performer

Exercise Needs

  • Moderate, daily walks and playtime required

Health

  • Generally healthy, but can be prone to hip dysplasia, progressive retinal atrophy, and patellar luxation

Additional Notes

  • Miniature Eskies are smaller versions of the standard, sharing the same general appearance and temperament, but in a smaller package. They are known for being vocal and should be trained from a young age.

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