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    Canadian Eskimo Dog

    The Canadian Eskimo Dog looks very much like a Husky being a Spitz-type breed that hails from the Arctic regions of the world. These handsome dogs are recognised by The Kennel Club and over the years although their numbers still remain low here in the UK they are becoming a popular choice with people who are familiar with the breed and who enjoy competing with dog teams. Often called Qimmiqs the Canadian Eskimo Dog boasts a lot of stamina having been bred to pull sleds over vast distances in challenging conditions and arctic terrains. They are true working dogs rather than pets and are highly prized in Greenland where a renewed interest in cultural heritage saved the breed from extinction.
    Lifespan
    10-15 years
    Breed group
    Working
    Weight
    Male: 30-40kg
    Female: 30-40kg
    Height
    Male: 58-70cm
    Female: 50-60cm
    Pedigree
    Yes
    Other names
    Qimmiq, Canadian Husky, Canadian Inuit, Exquimaux Husky Kingmik
    Breed Size
    Large
    Breed Type
    Working
    Health tests available
    Characteristics
    Exercise needs
    Very high
    Easy to train
    High
    Shedding
    Heavy
    Grooming
    needs
    Medium
    Good with
    Children
    Requires supervision
    Health of breed
    Very low
    Cost to keep
    Medium
    Intelligence
    Medium
    Tolerates being alone
    Calm

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