American Eskimo
The American Eskimo dog, "Eskie" as the fans of this cheerful, enigmatic dog fondly call him, has a long and ancient history. They were often found with German immigrants and were probably descendants of the German spitz, the white Pomeranian, the white Italian spitz, and the white keeshond. These dogs quickly became known as the American spitz.
The American Eskimo Dog combines striking good looks with a quick and clever mind in a total brains-and-beauty package. Neither shy nor aggressive, Eskies are always alert and friendly, though a bit conservative when making new friends. American Eskimos dogs come in a variety of sizes. The American Kennel Club recognizes three sizes: toy, miniature, and standard. Toy is from 9 inches (22cm) to 12 inches (30cm); miniature from 12 inches (30cm) to 15 inches (38cm), and standard from 15 inches (38cm) to 19 inches (48cm). At Polar Paw Kennels, we are most likely breeding miniature or toy size, which is a perfect size that can go anywhere with the owner! Standard size is common, but with our puppies father's gene, most of our puppies are miniature and toy size.
"Distinctive traits include a dense, sparkling white coat with a lion-like ruff around the chest and shoulders; a smiling face, with black nose, lips, and eye-rims that convey a keen, intelligent expression; and a plumed tail carried over the back. Some Eskies have markings with the delicious color name 'biscuit cream.' They move with a bold and agile gait. Eskies are social animals and can develop problem behaviors when neglected or undertrained 'they insist on being part of family life. Among the most trainable of breeds, the clever, kid-friendly Eskie practically invented the phrase 'eager to please.'"----AKC AMERICAN ESKIMO DOG
In the late 19th century and into the early 20th century, these dogs were popular in circuses and other forms of entertainment doing tricks. The beautiful coat, alert expression, and trainability made these dogs crowd-pleasers. These performing dogs increased the breed's popularity as family after family fell in love with them at the circus. The National American Eskimo Dog Association established the official standard of the American Eskimo dog with the United Kennel Club in 1970. In 1985, the American Eskimo Dog Club of America formed to make the Eskie an American Kennel Club breed, and the breed achieved full recognition there in 1995.
The Eskie is as beautiful and smart as it was in the early 20th century. They make a delightful companion for anyone wanting a sensitive and intelligent dog.
The American Eskimo is a family dog. They are good with kids. Eskies are very loyal and need to be around their owners. They are highly intelligent, but can be stubborn. They make good watchdogs, but are prone to excessive barking. They must be socialized with people or they can become overly wary of strangers. With proper socialization along with a proper introduction, Eskies warm up to strangers and accept them good-naturedly.
An Eskimo only needs a moderate amount of exercise, but needs plenty of things to do, or it will find something to do. Like all intelligent dogs, they can become bored and may dig or chew in an effort to entertain themselves.
"Pure white is the preferred color, although white with biscuit cream is permissible. Presence of biscuit cream should not outweigh consideration of type, structure or temperament. The skin of the American Eskimo Dog is pink or gray. Expression is keen, intelligent, and alert." ----CKC AMERICAN ESKIMO DOG (MINIATURE/TOY & STANDARD)