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Head
Expression is keen, intelligent, and alert. Eyes are not
fully round, but slightly oval. They should be set well apart, and not
slanted, prominent or bulging. Tear stain, unless severe, is not to be
faulted. Presence of tear stain should not outweigh consideration of type,
structure, or temperament. Dark to medium brown is the preferred eye
color. Eye rims are black to dark brown. Eyelashes are white. Faults:
amber eye color or pink eye rims. Disqualification: blue eyes. Ears
should conform to head size and be triangular, slightly blunt-tipped, held
erect, set on high yet well apart, and blend softly with the head. Skull
is slightly crowned and softly wedge-shaped, with widest breadth between
the ears. The stop is well defined, although not abrupt. The muzzle
is broad, with length not exceeding the length of the skull, although it
may be slightly shorter. Nose pigment is black to dark brown. Lips
are thin and tight, black to dark brown in color. Faults: pink nose
pigment or pink lip pigment. The jaw should be strong with a full
complement of close fitting teeth. The bite is scissors, or pincer. |
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you know?
Date entered into Regular Classes: July 1, 1995
The American Eskimo Dog was a favorite among circus performers in
the early 20th century.
The American Eskimo Dog was accepted for registration by the
American Kennel Club in 1994.
Contrary to popular belief, the American Eskimo Dog is not
descended from working sled dogs.
So you want to own an American Eskimo Dog?
The American Eskimo Dog has a thick, double, standoff coat with no
curl or wave. Dogs generally have more coat than bitches,
especially along the ruff around the neck.
True Eskie temperament is described in the breed standard as
loving, intelligent, alert, friendly and slightly conservative. |
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