The Eskimo dog originated from the Arctic land around 1000 BC. It has various and thick fur colors, mainly to withstand the extreme cold below freezing point. Before mechanization appeared, it was the most important means of transportation for polar residents.
This dog is gentle, clever, kind, and friendly, belonging to the "friend dog" rather than the "solitary dog". It may have a slightly conservative personality, but it is still a loyal and friendly companion, giving people noble and mature impressions.
It has strong alertness and learning ability. When strangers visit, although it will not bite or attack people, it will use vigilant barking to inform the owner of the presence of strangers. It is an excellent watchdog.
The ancestor of the Eskimo dog is the German fox dog, which can be recognized as a kind of fox dog from its face, fur color, and fluffy tail.
Thousands of years ago, in the harsh eastern Siberia, the Chukchi people bred a working dog that could help transport goods for their tribe. This dog was called the Siberian Husky because the cute dogs pulled sleds and walked on the icy and snowy ground, so they were called "sled dogs". In the early 20th century, Siberian Huskies were sent to Alaska for crossbreeding. After nearly a hundred years of history, the breeds that can be recognized by the AKC include the Alaskan Malamute, the Samoyed, and the American Eskimo Dog.
In 1985, the American Eskimo Dog Club was officially established. This is a national club directly governed by the American Kennel Club (AKC), dedicated to the identification, protection, and promotion of purebred American Eskimo Dogs and their breeding and research. It was transferred to the American Kennel Club in November 1993, when more than 1750 American Eskimo Dogs were registered in the AKC pedigree. The American Eskimo Dog belongs to the non-sporting group, and it did not have its own systematic identification standards and legal status until June 1, 1995.
This dog is very strong and requires some professional training, so it is not suitable for first-time dog owners.
It can adapt to city life and only needs to be taken out for walks every day. It enjoys playing games and interacting with its owner, and is relatively friendly towards children and strangers, making it suitable as a family dog.
Toewebs
Symptoms: The dog licks its toes frequently, the toes become red and moist, and severe lameness may occur.
Preparation: Iodine, erythromycin ointment, Elizabethan collar
Instructions: Wear Elizabethan collar, remove the hair from the feet, rinse with soapy water or wipe with iodine, and apply erythromycin ointment between the toes after the inflammatory area is dry, once a day, repeat for a week.
Ear mites
Symptoms: The dog scratches and shakes its ears, the dog's ears have a strong sour smell, accompanied by increased tear stains, hair loss in the ears, and dark brown secretions and earwax.
Preparation: Ear cleaner, ear wash solution
Instructions: Clean the hair inside the dog's ears, pour ear wash solution or VetEars into the ear canal, gently massage the base of the ear for 30 seconds, wait for the dog to shake out the ear wash solution, use a cotton ball to wipe off the secretions, and gently clean the auricle and ear canal.
Skin disease
Symptoms: The dog will feel itchy, the skin becomes red and itchy, the dog will scratch indiscriminately, the fur becomes dull and rough, there are more dandruff, and even large patches of hair loss.
Preparation: Saline solution, topical ointment or skin spray, vitamin B.
Instructions: Put an Elizabethan collar on the dog to prevent scratching and licking. Trim the problematic skin and surrounding hair of the dog, then rinse with saline solution for sterilization, and then apply ointment or use spray, in conjunction with antibiotics and vitamin B.
1, The number of bowel movements usually varies with the age of the dog. For example, a one-month-old dog may have several bowel movements a day, while a two-month-old dog may have an average of three times a day. The urine should be pale yellow and clear to indicate good health. However, the first urination in the morning may be slightly darker in color, and if the urine color remains dark afterwards, it is necessary to take the dog to the hospital to check if it is sick.
2. Puppies are more sensitive to the cold and should be kept warm regardless of the season.
3. Before 5 months old, the dog's bones have not yet fully developed and it is not suitable to take them for a walk. Walking for too long can easily deform the limbs and the resistance is weak at this time, making it easy to get infected when going out.
4. When the sunlight is not too strong and the outdoor temperature is not too high, it is good for the puppies to sunbathe, which benefits their bone growth.
5. The white double-layered fur needs to be groomed once or twice a week.
6. The disadvantage of this breed is poor heat resistance, so remember to turn on the air conditioning indoors in the summer.
7. Because they are working dogs and naturally active, they need to be kept busy. Otherwise, staying indoors all day may cause some minor troubles.
1. Cannot bathe frequently
When bathing a dog, it should not be too frequent. The frequency of bathing a dog depends on the hygiene of the dog. In hot weather, you can bathe the dog one or two more times, and in winter, you can reduce it by one or two times. But in general, it should not exceed 5 times. Otherwise, it will damage its fur and skin!
2. Brush the fur frequently
Dogs will shed hair almost every day, especially in spring and autumn. If you want the fur to grow well, frequent brushing is an important step. Pet owners can use pet-specific brushes to help the dog clean off the naturally shed hair and avoid tangles. Brushing once in the morning and once in the evening for about five minutes each time is sufficient.
3. Sunbathe
Sunbathing is beneficial for the growth of a dog's fur. In addition to making the fur more shiny, letting the dog sunbathe can also help kill bacteria. While sunbathing, the pet owner can let the dog exercise a bit, which can help improve the dog's physical condition, promote blood circulation, and help grow healthier fur.
4. Deworming
Poor fur quality is closely related to parasites. Parasites will absorb a large amount of nutrients from the dog's body and snatch nutrients away. Therefore, deworming is essential. It is recommended to do both internal and external deworming. Deworming medication can cause significant damage to the dog's gastrointestinal tract, so it is advisable to feed probiotics together to alleviate gastrointestinal discomfort.
5. Pay attention to diet
In order for the dog to have shiny fur, it must have a good nutritional foundation and pay attention to daily diet. On one hand, feed the dog with nutritious and healthy dog food, choose a dog food that is suitable for the dog and is rich in nutrients to meet the dog's needs. On the other hand, you can give the dog a moderate amount of lean meat, cooked egg yolks, and vegetable oil, etc.
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