Eurasier

Eurasian, Euro-Asian
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Summary

  • The Eurasier is a medium-sized companion dog breed from Germany, known for its calm and intelligent temperament. They are affectionate with their families, moderately playful, and require regular grooming due to their double coat.

Origin and Purpose

  • Developed in Germany in the 1960s as a companion dog.
  • Created by crossing the Chow Chow, Wolfspitz, and Samoyed.

Appearance

Dimensions

GenderHeightWeight
Female18-21 inches (42-52 cm)40-60 pounds (18-26 kg)
Male18-24 inches (46-60 cm)40-70 pounds (18-32 kg)

Coat

AttributeNotes
Color
  • Various colors including red, fawn, cream, black and grey. Often with darker shading and white markings.
Type
  • Double coat
Length
  • Medium

Care

AttributeNotes
Shedding
  • Moderate to Heavy
Grooming
  • Regular
Drooling
  • Low

Body

AttributeNotes
Head
  • Medium sized, balanced in relation to the body
Skull
  • Moderately broad, flat forehead with a well-defined stop
Ears
  • Medium-sized, triangular, and erect
Eyes
  • Medium-sized, almond-shaped, dark
Nose
  • Black
Muzzle
  • Not too coarse, tapering to the nose
Teeth
  • Complete and strong with a scissor bite
Neck
  • Medium length, well muscled
Forequarters
  • Straight and parallel
Fore Legs
  • Straight and strong
Hindquarters
  • Well muscled
Hind Legs
  • Straight and strong
Feet
  • Oval, tight, well-knuckled with dark nails
Tail
  • Bushy, carried over the back or slightly curled
Gait
  • Ground covering with good reach and drive

Temperament

  • Calm, intelligent, and self-assured
  • Reserved with strangers but devoted to their family

Social

AttributeNotes
Affectionate with Family
  • Very Affectionate
Good with Children
  • Generally Good
Good with Dogs
  • Generally Good
Good with Cats
  • Generally Good
Openness to Strangers
  • Reserved
Playfulness Level
  • Moderate
Protective Nature
  • Moderately Protective
Adaptability Level
  • Moderate

Working Roles

  • Companion dog

Exercise Needs

  • Moderate

Health

  • Generally healthy breed
  • Prone to hip and elbow dysplasia, and hypothyroidism

Additional Notes

  • Requires early socialization
  • May be prone to separation anxiety if left alone for long periods

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