American Eskimo Spitz: characteristics and subtleties of content

Pets are an integral part of most apartments and private houses. The favorites of both adults and children can be birds, fish, animals and even reptiles. Despite the wide variety of pets, dogs have been leading the way for many years. Loyal, obedient and intelligent animals become members of the family and give their owners a sea of ​​love and affection.

The small area of ​​modern apartments often does not allow dogs of large breeds that need large space and special care. In this situation, cynologists recommend paying attention to small breeds that will bring no less pleasure and save their owners from loneliness and boredom. American Eskimo Spitz is a unique animal that has a good-natured and cheerful character, as well as a beautiful and graceful appearance.

The roots of the origin of this breed go back to the beginning of 1900 and are divided into two theories. According to the first version The breed originated from the snow-white German Spitz. The second theory suggests that the animal was bred by crossing American breeders of various European breeds, which were represented by white casehond, snow-white German and Italian spitz.

Since 1925, the breed began to gain popularity and became popular not only among private breeders, but also among circus art workers who were attracted by the snow-white coloring of animals. Such animals had a high price range and were purchased only by dog ​​breeders with a good financial position. The American Eskimo Spitz received official recognition only at the end of 1995 and was registered in the cynological registry.

American Eskimo Spitz is an incredibly beautiful breed that combines the features of Pomeranian and German Spitz breeds. The maximum weight of adults is 15 kg.

Dog growth depends on the type of breed:

• dwarfish (mini-spitz) - up to 38 cm;
• standard - up to 50 cm;
• toy - up to 30 cm.

The body of the Spitz has an elongated shape and a well-developed muscular system. On a small neck is a slightly elongated head. Convex eyes resemble balls, the nose is painted black. The middle auricles are densely covered with wool and have a triangular erect shape. The limbs are small in size and have a dense coat of wool.

A distinctive feature of the Eskimo Spitz is the presence of not only a snow-white color, but also a good-natured, sociable character. Dog handlers note the absolute safety of this breed in relation to children of any age. The animal does not show aggression even with excessive attention of the kids. The incredible devotion of the animal to its owners surprises even experienced dog breeders.

Sociable and playful dogs negatively relate to prolonged separation from the owners and cannot stand loneliness, which provokes the development of nervousness and irritability in them. To prevent conflicts with neighbors over the sonorous and piercing barking of the dog, dog handlers recommend starting training the animal from the first months of its life.

The main character traits of the Eskimo Spitz:

• high intellectual level;
• good natured disposition;
• ability to learn teams and tricks;
• mobility and activity;
• devotion;
• lack of aggression towards other animals;
• sociability;
• incredulity to strangers;
• composure;
• quick response to a threat.

In order to raise a healthy dog ​​with pronounced genetic characteristics, it is necessary to approach the choice of puppies with special attention.

A thoroughbred young pet has the following characteristics:

• fox face shape;
• dark spots near the nose and eyes;
• uniform color without spots and color differences;
• eyes are dark brown or black;
• round tail shape;
• limbs of medium size with a developed muscular system;
• the presence of wool cover of various lengths;
• snow-white or white-cream color;
• high level of activity;
• voiced and piercing barking;
• shiny and smooth coat;
• lack of mucus and pus in the eyes and nasal passages.

Puppies with blue or blue eyes often have physical defects and injuries, and also have a short lifespan and low resistance to disease. The most common pathologies are blindness, retinal atrophy and cataracts. Dog handlers do not recommend purchasing such dogs.

To purchase a purebred puppy, you need to contact a professional breeder and not to buy pets in natural markets. Each puppy must have a personal passport and documents confirming its timely vaccination.. Beginner breeders should be wary of the low cost of the pet - purebred animals can not be cheap.

Despite the kind and peaceful disposition, dogs of this breed are predators, and their main food remains fresh meat. Dog handlers recommend giving preference to cattle meat.In order to diversify the diet, You can sometimes give chicken and chicken offal.

A positive effect on the digestive system will have rice and buckwheat cereals, eggs, milk, cottage cheese and greensand stewed squash and pumpkin will help fill the vitamin balance.

Advantages of natural products:

• availability;
• diversity;
• ease of preparation;
• confidence in quality;
• the opportunity to treat your pet treats;
• rapid determination of allergenic components.

Disadvantages:

• the need to purchase large quantities of meat;
• difficulty in independently compiling a complete diet;
• high cost of quality goods;
• formation of plaque and stone;
• feeding is possible only with freshly prepared dishes;
• additional purchase of special vitamin complexes.

When choosing ready-made feeds, preference should be given to premium-class products that are made from natural ingredients and contain a minimum amount of dyes and preservatives. The main advantages of such feeds are their balance, lack of need for daily cooking, accessibility and maximum assimilation of all nutrients by the body. The disadvantages of industrial production feeds are their high price range, the long selection of the necessary feed composition and the inability to diversify the menu.

To prevent food poisoning, dog handlers do not recommend feeding dogs from a common table. All food should be freshly prepared and intended exclusively for your beloved pet. It is strictly forbidden to give animals fried and smoked meat, sausages, sweet confectionery and bread, canned foods, fatty fish, peas and beans, beets, mushrooms, potatoes, as well as semolina and millet porridge.

Experienced dog breeders do not recommend giving pets bones, especially those that have voids inside. This product can not only deform a dog’s teeth and gums, but also damage its digestive system. For stable functioning of the digestive system, the dog must be constantly fed with dry food or natural products. A constant change in the power system will negatively affect the general condition of your pet.

Puppies up to 3 months old must be near their mother and eat only her milk. The first feeding of small pets should start with cottage cheese and kefir, and then gradually move on to the adult menu.

Feeding a dog an unbalanced food can lead to rapid weight gain, which will have a negative effect on the health of the pet. At the first signs of obesity, it is necessary to review the animal's diet and increase physical activity.

The American Eskimo Spitz is an unpretentious animal, whose long and dense coat reliably protects it from frost and sudden changes in temperature. In winter, snow-white pets feel comfortable in non-insulated aviaries, but solitary habitat has a negative effect on the psycho-emotional state of the beast. Experienced dog breeders recommend finding a place for the dog in a common house or apartment where she will have constant contact with the owners.

An active and moving animal needs in long daily walkson which it can spend the maximum amount of energy. Pitiful and piercing barking is a pet's call for a walk.On the territory of a private house, the animal does not need to be limited by a leash or chain, the pet must independently move around the entire area of ​​the yard. In wet and humid weather, the Spitz must be worn in waterproof costumes.

Some dog breeders limit the number of walks and teach the Spitz to the tray. Dog handlers react negatively to such an event, which interferes with the physical development of the dog. Time spent in nature, allows the dog to reduce emotional stress, develop muscle mass, enrich the body with oxygen, and also gives the pet the opportunity to chat with his brethren.

To maintain the beautiful appearance of the Spitz It is necessary to constantly comb out coarse wool and dense undercoat. This procedure must be carried out at least 2 times a week. To comb out the pet acquire a special brush, which prevents tangling of hairs. During molting, experts recommend combing daily.

To maintain a snow-white color, the dog needs to regularly arrange water procedures, but you should not get carried away with these activities in connection with the threat of overdrying the skin.

The pet does not need a decorative haircut, but many owners in the summer period cut a small amount of wool on the following parts of the body:

• on the limbs;
• between fingers;
• in the auricles;
• in the abdomen;
• in the anus.

Every day, the dog undergoes a procedure for examining the eyes and nasal passages, if necessary, they are cleaned of dirt and mucus. You should regularly brush your teeth to remove food debris and tartar. As necessary, carry out cleaning of the ears and clipping of the claws. Every 3 months the dog needs to treat the skin with special preparations for fleas and parasites.

In order for a kind, obedient and adequate animal to appear in the house, it is not enough just to get a puppy, it must be taught the correct behavior. The process of training and training must begin immediately after buying a dog. Representatives of this breed are famous for their high level of intelligence and quickly master any team. In the process of difficult training, the owner must maintain maximum firmness and self-confidence. Experts recommend not to forget about encouraging the ward for correctly executed teams.

The first team is "Quiet!". A piercing and intrusive barking will not only interfere with the rest of others, but will also not allow the owner to establish contact with the pet. All commands must be pronounced in a calm voice. The training process should not take a long period of time and be forced.

Despite the puppet appearance, Spitz can often be seen in customs and law enforcement agencies. The subtle scent of animals helps employees of these services to find prohibited goods and smuggling.

Before acquiring a puppy, it is necessary to carefully study the characteristics of the selected breed, its conditions and diet. In the absence of financial resources and the inability to devote a sufficient amount of time to your pet, experts recommend abandoning the purchase of this pet so that it does not become an unnecessary burden that may be thrown out into the street.

The following video will tell about the features of the breed.