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Eurasier
Breed origin: Germany
Original purpose: Companion dog.
AKC recognized: No
AKC group: Foundation Stock Service
Size:
Weight: males 50 to 70 lbs;
females 40 to 57 lbs
Size: Height: males 20½ to 23½ inches;
females 19 to 22 inches
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Color: All colors and color combinations except pure white, white patches or liver color.
Life span: 12 to 16 years.
General characteristics/temperament: The Eurasier is self assured, calm, even tempered, intelligent, watchful and alert. They are good-natured and make very devoted family dogs. They are reserved towards strangers but not aggressive. They generally get along well with and are non-confrontational with other dogs, but will defend themselves when they have no other choice. They have no hunting instinct, but like to chase whatever runs in a playful way. They thrive on constant close contact with their family but they do not demand constant interaction, only close proximity to the daily activities of their family. They love snow and prefer cooler temperatures but will adapt to warmer climates if provided with shady or breezy spots to escape the heat.
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Good with children? Yes if properly socialized.
Good with other dogs? Yes if properly socialized.
Good with cats? Yes
Good watchdog? Yes
Protective? No
OK in apartments? Yes if given enough exercise.
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Exercise requirement: Daily walks and/or other forms of physical activity.
Grooming requirement: Comb or brush once every one to two weeks. Bathe infrequently. They typically shed once or twice a year for about 3 weeks. Comb or brush daily during shedding season.
Known health problems: Hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, patellar luxation, thyroid problems.
Additional photos of Eurasier
Other websites for additional information:
American Kennel Club breed page
United States Eurasier Club
Wikipedia breed information page
DogBreedMatch
