ADDITIONAL EURASIER PICTURES
Family:
Breed Group: Working
Origin: Germany
Date of Origin: 1960s
Originally used for: Companion
Used today: Companion
Other Name(s): Eurasian Dog
History of the Breed: Eurasiers originated in Germany in 1960, when the founder, Julius Wipfel, set out together with Charlotte
Baldamus and a small group of enthusiasts to create 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).
The breed was recognized by the FCI in 1973
General Appearance: The Eurasier is a medium-size, Spitz-type dog with prick ears and a medium bone structure. The coat
is medium length and soft with the tail carried over the back.
Height & Weight:
Height 16-24 inches
Weight 40-70 pounds.
Coat: A Spitz type double coat, with the hair standing out from the body. The tail is bushy and the back of the front legs and breeches
are feathered in long hair. The face, muzzle, ears, and front of the legs are covered in short hair.
Color: All colors
Grooming needs: Medium
Temperament of Breed: An excellent family dog that loves attention
Friendly with children: Yes
Friendly with other dogs: Yes
Suitability as a watchdog: Low, this breed is very friendly
Exercise Level: Medium
Health Issues with the Breed:
Major:
Minor:
Life Expectancy: 10-12 years
2006 AKC Ranking: Not Ranked
First Registered by the AKC: Not Registered
Registries: ANKC, CKC, FCI, NZKC, UKC
ANKC -Australian National Kennel Club
CKC -Canadian Kennel Club
FCI -Fédération Cynologique Internationale
NZKC -New Zealand Kennel Club
UKC -United Kennel Club
Breed Organizations & Associations:
United States Eurasier Club
Head of the Breeding Board of the German Eurasier Club
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