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Breed Standard for the
American Eskimo Dog |
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General Appearance: |
It
is compactly built, slightly longer than tall. |
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Head: |
Black lips, nose, and eye rims; softly wedge-shaped head;
erect, triangular ears. |
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Coat: |
The
stand-off, double coat resists soaking and provides
insulation against the cold. |
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Color: |
White, or white with biscuit cream |
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Size: |
Weight: Standard 20 – 40 lb; Miniature 11- 20lb;
Toy 6 – 10lb
Height: Standard 15 – 19”; Miniature 12- 15”
Toy 9 – 12” |
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Temperament: |
Bright, eager to please, lively, and fun loving – in short,
an enjoyable and generally obedient companion. |
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