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Breed information
Length range : 53.0-66.0 cm
Height range : 38.0-48.0cm
Weight range : 8.0-16.0kg
Coat : medium length|double coat|soft and dense|thick|white or cream
Life expectancy years : 12-14
Colors: white|cream|buff.
Activitity Level : Average to High
Origin: Germany|United States
Similar Breeds : German Spitz|Samoyed|Keeshond|Pomeranian|Japanese Spitz
History
The breed descends from the German Spitz and originated in Germany before being brought to the United States by German immigrants. It was renamed from American Spitz to American Eskimo Dog during the First World War era and became popular in circuses and entertainment in the late 1800s and early 1900s before becoming a family companion.
Temperament
Alert , friendly , intelligent , watchful
Personality
affectionate|loving|alert|friendly|intelligent|loyal|eager to please|watchful
Needs
physical exercise|mental stimulation|companionship|secure confinement|regular brushing|active engagement
Social Needs
early socialization with people and pets|friendly with family|may be wary of strangers|generally tolerant of other dogs and household cats if raised with them
Grooming
brush at least twice weekly|more frequent brushing during shedding seasons|bathe every few months|clean ears every two weeks or weekly|regular dental care|coat maintenance mostly at home
Nutrition
high-quality age-appropriate diet|AAFCO-compliant food|measured feedings|watch calorie intake due to obesity risk|fresh water available at all times
Breed Standard
An alert , friendly Spitz with erect ears , wedge-shaped head , curled tail , thick white or cream double coat and a balanced small-to-medium outline. Neither shy nor aggressive , but often conservative with new friends.
Did you know?
The American Eskimo Dog became a circus favorite and was known for learning tricks quickly , which helped boost its popularity as a family companion.
Most Common / iconic illnesses
Patellar Luxation, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Dental Disease, Hip Dysplasia, Atopic Dermatitis
Symptoms
Patellar Luxation
1. skipping or bunny-hopping
2. limping on three legs
3. bowlegged stance
4. carrying a hind leg for a few steps
5. cracking or popping noise when the knee is bent
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
1. difficulty seeing in the dark
2. night blindness
3. dilated pupils
4. gradual blindness
5. vision changes
Dental Disease
1. bad breath
2. red swollen or bleeding gums
3. tartar buildup
4. difficulty chewing or dropping food
5. loose or missing teeth
Hip Dysplasia
1. lameness
2. pain
3. limping
4. difficulty standing
5. hind leg stiffness or bunny hopping
Atopic Dermatitis
1. chronic itching
2. recurrent ear or skin infections
3. red inflamed skin
4. licking or chewing paws
5. hair loss or saliva staining
Onset of symptoms
Patellar Luxation
1. often noticed in young dogs or puppies
2. severe developmental cases may worsen with growth
Probability Of Onset:
1. the content suggests this is a common orthopedic problem in small dogs and a notable breed risk
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
1. signs may begin around 3-5 years of age
2. PetMD notes progressive vision loss over time
Probability Of Onset:
1. the content suggests inherited breed risk and available genetic testing
Dental Disease
1. active disease may occur by age 2-3 years and commonly affects dogs over age 3
Probability Of Onset:
1. the text indicates it is extremely common in dogs and especially relevant in small breeds with crowded teeth
Hip Dysplasia
1. it begins as dogs grow
2. signs may appear in younger or mature dogs depending on progression
Probability Of Onset:
1. the text indicates it occurs in some smaller dogs including this breed
Atopic Dermatitis
1. symptoms typically start between 2 and 6 years of age
2. other supplied text suggests signs may first appear from about 6 months to 3 years
Probability Of Onset:
1. the text indicates allergic skin disease is common and may affect up to 10%-15% of dogs seen by veterinary dermatologists
Reasons
Patellar Luxation
1. no specific chemical lack is indicated because this is mainly structural
Dental Disease:
1. no specific chemical lack is indicated because this is primarily plaque and bacterial disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
1. no specific chemical lack is indicated because this is genetic retinal degeneration
Hip Dysplasia
1. no specific chemical lack is indicated because this is primarily developmental and structural
Atopic Dermatitis
- 1. the content suggests skin barrier defects may contribute and fatty acid balance may be relevant to skin barrier support
Patellar Luxation:
- 1. mild cases may be monitored and may be managed with joint supplements , anti-inflammatory medication and weight control
2. surgery may be recommended for more severe grades
Progressive Retinal Atrophy:
- 1. there is no effective treatment indicated
2. affected dogs should not be bred and home adaptation may help
Dental Disease
- 1. daily tooth brushing and professional dental cleaning under general anesthesia may be needed
2. scaling , polishing , radiographs and extraction of diseased teeth may be considered
Hip Dysplasia:
- 1. lean body condition , low-intensity exercise , physical therapy , anti-inflammatory care and surgery in severe cases may be considered
Atopic Dermatitis:
- 1. allergies are managed rather than cured
2. anti-inflammatory drugs , newer itch-control therapies , bathing , immunotherapy and treatment of secondary infections may be used
3. antihistamines alone are generally not effective for already itchy dogs and relying on them alone is not recommended. Ask professional vets for detailed information.
Patellar Luxation :
- 1. glucosamine can,might be helpful for joint support.
2. chondroitin can,might be helpful for cartilage support.
3. omega-3 fatty acids can,might be helpful for reducing joint inflammation.
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
- 1. no supplement is clearly supported as effective in the provided primary sources.
Dental Disease
- 1. VOHC-approved dental chews can,might be helpful for reducing plaque and tartar.
2. water additives can,might be helpful for plaque control.
Hip Dysplasia
- 1. omega-3 fatty acids can,might be helpful for reducing inflammation.
2. glucosamine can,might be helpful for joint support.
3. chondroitin can,might be helpful for joint support.
Atopic Dermatitis
- 1. omega-3 fatty acids can,might be helpful for reducing inflammatory chemicals within the skin and supporting the skin barrier.
2. omega-6 fatty acids can,might be helpful for skin barrier support.
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