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Size: Large
Other Names: Eurasian, Eurasian Dog
Country of Origin: Germany
Accreditation:
American Kennel Club (AKC): FSS
Canadian Kennel Club (CKC): Working
United Kennel Club (UKC): Northern Breed
Australian National Kennel Council (ANKC): Non-Sporting
The Kennel Club (KC): Utility
New Zealand Kennel Club (NZKC): Non-Sporting

The Eurasier is a medium-sized Spitz type dog with prick ears. He has a thick coat, with a short coat on the muzzle, face, ears, and front legs. His tail and the back of his front legs and hind legs are covered with long hair. The coat on his neck is slightly longer than on his body, but does not form a mane. He may have a pink, blue-black, or spotted tongue.

A medium spitz companion for a house; a thick shedding coat, a generally quiet indoor voice, and a reserved manner that wants calm more than chaos.

Eurasiers originated in Germany in 1960, when a small group of enthusiasts created a breed with the best qualities of the Chow Chow and the Wolfspitz. The initial combination of the breeds resulted in what was first called "Wolf-Chow" and then, twelve years later, after crossing with a Samoyed, was renamed Eurasier (Eurasian). Today, unethical breeders sometimes try to pass off a Keeshond/Chow Chow mix as a Eurasier. While they are genetically similar, these mixes cannot be classified as Eurasiers.

Height: Male: 20-24 inches; Female: 16-18 inches
Weight: Male: 50-70 pounds; Female: 40-60 pounds
Color: Fawn, red, wolf-gray, black, black and tan
Coat: Thick undercoat, with a medium-long, loose-lying guard hair
Lifespan: 12–14 years
Litter size: 4–6 puppies

Temperament

The Eurasier is widely known as a wonderful companion that maintains its own personality, has a dignified reserve to strangers, and a strong bond to his family. Eurasiers are calm, even-tempered dogs. They are watchful and alert without being timid or aggressive. They rarely bark, unless alerted. Eurasiers are calm and quiet indoors, and lively and enjoy action when outdoors.

Training

The Eurasier is relatively easy to train. Training should always be done through family members, not through strangers or handlers. To fully develop his strong qualities, the Eurasier needs constant close contact with his family, combined with consistent, understanding training. He responds best to a soft reprimand, and is extremely sensitive to harsh words or discipline.

Care and grooming

The Eurasier enjoys all kinds of activities, especially if the activities involve their family. They do not do well being restricted only to a yard, kennel, crate, or chained.

Shedding

Seasonal; the thick double coat blows a heavy undercoat.

Health

Eurasiers may be affected by hip dysplasia and hypothyroidism. They are generally a healthy companion breed when kept lean and given regular coat care during sheds.

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