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Canadian Eskimo Dog

    height of a canadian eskimo dog
group: spitz/northern
/working
height: m 23-27.5" / 58.4-70 cm, f 19.5-23.5" / 50-60 cm
types: weight: m 66-88 lbs / 30-40 kg, f 40-66 lbs / 18-30 kg
colors: any
physical traits: sturdy, tough
hair type: doublecoated, short, straight, long stiff, rough dense topcoat to withstand cold, soft undercoat
personality/
temperament:
energetic, alert, curious, bold, tough, hard-working, strong, agile, vigorous, independent, primitive, aloof, strong pack instincts, without strict training will fight one another for dominance and see other pets as food
maintenance/
special needs:

firm discipline, exercise
nickname: Grönlandshund, 'Kingmik', Exquimaux Husky, Esquimaux Dog, Qimmiq
origination: Canada, with the Thule culture of Inuit (Eskimo people). possibly migrated with the Mongolian race from the Asian continent to North America
bred for: draught animal, weight-pulling, hunting - to locate seal breathing holes, hold and attack musk ox and polar bears at bay for Inuit hunters, pack dog.
identifying traits:  
ideal for: work, not recommended for family or city life, country life, outdoors, can endure cold climate,
good with kids? no
of interest: can carry up to 33.07 lbs/ 15 kg. can withstand high latitudes
life expectancy: 12-13 yrs  
kennel clubs: ukc-(northern breed dog group), saku, uk-(working dog group), nzkc-(utility dog group), arba-(Spitz type dog group)
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