American Eskimo Dog (Toy)

Ease of Training
Shedding
Watchdog
Guard Dog
Popularity
Size

History

• He probably descended from the European spitzes: the white German Spitz, white Keeshond, white Pomeranian, Volpino Italiano, and possibly some Japanese Spitz
• In the 19th century in the United States small spitz-type dogs were found in German communities, these became known as the "American Spitz" (known know as the American Eskimo Dog)
• He was frequently used in circus acts in the late 19th century because of his agility and trainability

Personality and Behavior

• He thrives on love and being part of the family
• He is friendly, intelligent and alert
• He is very eager to please and learns commands quickly
• He is excellent at learning tricks
• He makes a good watchdog and will raise the alarm if he sees or hears a stranger at the door
• He can be quick to bark and needs to be told when to stop
• He is protective of his family but won't bite or attack
• He is highly agile and loves to play games

Training

• He's easy to train because he learns commands at an above average rate.

Shedding

• He sheds profusely! You will find a lot of hair in your home - stuck to your couch, carpets and clothes - and to just about everything else. You will be vacuuming regularly.

Grooming / Maintenance

• His medium-length coat only needs to be brushed occasionally. However, because it sheds profusely you may find yourself brushing it a couple of times a week, or even daily, to reduce the hair in your home (what you remove with a brush doesn't end up on the couch!).

Other varieties

• He comes in three sizes: Toy American Eskimo Dog, Miniature American Eskimo Dog, and Standard American Eskimo Dog

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