Canadian Eskimo Dog

Canadian Eskimo Dog dog

Powerful northern sled dog. Hardy and loyal.

Size Weight Height Lifespan
Large 40 - 85 lbs 19 - 27 inches 10 - 15 years
(These are estimates and may vary.)

Origin: Canada



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Running Digging Swimming Exploring Playing with Toys Obedience Training Tracking Herding Fetch Hiking Socializing Tug Of War Frisbee Chewing Agility Training Cuddling Guarding Hunting

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Clever Protective Affectionate Stubborn Confident Fearless Friendly Docile Energetic Calm Patient Aggressive Gentle Sociable Adaptable Playful Independent Clever Agile Loyal

May be a good fit if you:

  • Are looking for a breed that generally does well with children.
  • Are a first-time dog owner looking for a relatively approachable breed.

Things to consider:

  • This breed may be less suited to smaller living spaces.
  • This breed tends to need plenty of regular physical activity.

Frequently Asked Questions About Canadian Eskimo Dog

The Canadian Eskimo Dog is not generally considered hypoallergenic. Individual allergy reactions can vary.

The Canadian Eskimo Dog tends to have a moderate level of shedding.

The Canadian Eskimo Dog generally needs a moderate amount of routine grooming.

The Canadian Eskimo Dog is generally a high-energy breed that tends to enjoy an active routine.

The Canadian Eskimo Dog tends to need plenty of regular physical activity and mental stimulation.

The Canadian Eskimo Dog has moderate trainability and generally benefits from patient, consistent training.

The Canadian Eskimo Dog generally tends to do well with children when properly socialized and supervised.

The Canadian Eskimo Dog may get along with other dogs with appropriate socialization and introductions.

The Canadian Eskimo Dog is generally considered relatively approachable for first-time dog owners.

The Canadian Eskimo Dog may be less suited to apartment living and may benefit from more space.