American Eskimo Dog
Puppy
Fully Grown
American Eskimo Dogs love to to play … non-stop. They make great playmates for kids - their energy is almost endless and they will only stop playing when the kids have had enough. Daily walks are a must and any dog sport you have time for would be a great added extra for this breed.
American Eskimos are small and very fluffy but don’t be fooled as they sure do have a loud voice. Their small size could make them seem like good apartment dogs but their desire to bark and alert their owners is likely to upset nearby neighbours. They will be protective of their family and act like they are Rottweilers when strangers come to visit, and it may take them a few minutes to settle down with the new arrival.
American Eskimos also enjoy the outdoors too much to be apartment dogs. They are super fast learners, requiring only a few repetitions to teaching a new skill before they get it. Kids will enjoy this challenge and American Eskimo puppies will be able and willing to become circus dogs, as they love to perform what they have learnt.
American Eskimos shed a lot, and their fluffiness comes with a prize … daily brushing is a must for owners that don’t want a house full of dog hair.
| Weight: | 8-16 kg |
| Health risk: | Medium |
| Life expectancy: | 13-15 years |
| Coat: | Long |
| Grooming intensity: | High |
| Monthly cost (food): | low |
| Trainability: | Medium |
| Activity level: | Medium |
There are many sources to get your American Eskimo Dog from. Considering the number of homeless dogs without a future, we strongly encourage you to consider rescuing a dog. Your local shelter or rescue organisation can be a helpful place to start, or try contacting your local or national breed club or a reputable breeder and asking if they have pets available for rehoming. Many rescue organisations have active Facebook pages, which can also be a good place to enquire.
Here are some links that could be useful for finding a American Eskimo Dog to adopt:
To help your rescued American Eskimo Dog to settle into your home, our Rescue Dog Guide gives you tips and advice on bringing your rescue dog home.
If you decide you’d prefer to get your American Eskimo Dog from a breeder, the following guides will help you to find a responsible breeder:
The following organisations will be able to help you find breeders in your state in Australia. They will also be able to connect you with your local breed clubs, which are always a great source of information in regards to finding good breeders and rescue organisations.
