🐕 Dogs

American Eskimo Dog

Canis lupus familiaris

✨ Fun Fact

Despite its name, the American Eskimo Dog originated from German Spitz dogs brought to America, not from Eskimo culture.

Small to medium spitz-type dog with a thick white coat and cheerful expression. Intelligent and alert, they are friendly family companions with a playful nature.

🏷️ Breed

American Eskimo Dog

💭 Temperament

Intelligent, alert, friendly, playful, loyal

📏 Size

Small-Medium (8-16 kg)

⏳ Lifespan

10-14 years

🎨 Colors

Pure white, white with cream

🌍 Origin

USA, descended from German Spitz

🏠 Habitat

Domestic — needs regular exercise and space

🍽️ Diet

Quality commercial dog food; appropriate portions

✓ FCI Group

Group 5

✓ FCI Section

Spitz and Primitive Types

✓ FCI Number