The American Eskimo Dog is the epitome of a brains-and-beauty combo, combining remarkable excellent looks with a quick and sharp mind. Eskies are neither timid nor aggressive; instead, they are always alert and sociable, albeit a little reserved when making new companions. A lion-like ruff around the chest and shoulders, a dense, glittering white coat, a smiling face with black nose, lips, and eye rims that transmit a keen, intelligent attitude, and a plumed tail carried over the back are all distinguishing features. Some Eskies have markings that are known as the delectable colour “biscuit cream.” They walk with a confident, quick pace. As social animals, eskimos are prone to undesirable behavior when mistreated or poorly educated. The witty, family-friendly Eskie, one of the breeds that responds well to training, practically coined the expression “eager to please.”
Care as a Pet/ In Captivity
Eskies are frequently referred to as “busy” dogs who require stimulation that is far more cerebral and activity than some other little, white, fluffy breeds, such as shih tzus and bichon frises. Eskies were working dogs just a few decades ago, in contrast to the other breeds. Give your dog three different training sessions per week in addition to an hour of exercise every day. Trick training and toys that release food are two entertaining methods to exercise your dog’s brain.
Exercise
For some dogs, a walk or even a game of fetch won’t do because they require both mental and physical challenges. This breed becomes destructive and noisy very rapidly without the right exercise and enrichment. Bark collars and similar devices may stop your dog from barking, but they are more likely to lead to redirected frustration, such as digging, gnawing, or other distress behaviors. You can keep your American Eskimo dog happy by taking him on frequent hikes, activity walks, and dog sports.
Grooming
American Eskimo dogs are a petite, hairy breed that may easily get out of control, thus grooming them takes continual attention. These dogs will shed less and keep their hair under control if they are brushed several times a week. Work out carpets carefully, paying particular attention to the harness, collar, ears, and rump areas. A range of grooming instruments, such as rakes, bristle brushes, rotating-tooth combs, and wire pin brushes, are typically required for longhaired, double-coated dogs. Even in the summer, avoid shaving Eskies because doing so could harm their double coat and impair their resistance to extremes of heat or cold.
Training
Due to their innate stubbornness, American Eskimo dogs require training to avoid having an unruly puppy. Puppy socialization training is required, and obedience training may be required for older adopted Eskies. Do not demand perfection from an Eskie and keep training enjoyable and humorous. Try to make a session easier or end it for the day if it becomes frustrating.
Diet and Nutrition
The American Eskimo dog is naturally athletic yet tends to put on weight quite quickly. This may be genetically determined or brought on by the difficulty in determining weight gain due to their thick coats. You can get a sense of your dog’s actual size by lightly rubbing it around the ribs with your hands. Although they should not protrude either, your dog’s hips and a few ribs should feel defined to the touch.
Puzzle feeders can let your dog enjoy his premium dog food while slowing him down and burning off some energy. With this breed, stay away from high-fat foods as these could raise their already high risk for diabetes.
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