How to Identify a Eurasier

The Eurasier is a spitz-type breed assigned to the non-sporting group. [1] Originally bred from Chow Chows, Keeshonden (Wolfspitz), and, later on, Samoyeds, it was developed to be sociable and adaptable like a wolf while still making a great family companion. [2] As one of many breeds of a spitz heritage, Eurasiers share multiple traits in common with other breeds. However, by recognizing what makes them stand out, this wikiHow will help you identify a Eurasier.

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Examining the Structure

  1. Eurasiers are medium-sized dogs. They stand at 19–24 inches (48–61 cm) in height and weigh 40–70 pounds (18–32 kg). [3]
  2. A Eurasier's head is balanced and neither overly narrow or overly broad. With parallel-running skull and nose bridges, the head resembles a wedge in shape, though the stop is only slightly defined. The forehead of the dog is fairly flat. [4]
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  3. The ears of a Eurasier are shaped like triangles and almost equilateral with tips that are a bit rounded. They are pricked upward and about as apart as their bases are wide, being a medium size. [5]
  4. Eurasiers have medium-sized eyes that seem to slant a bit in the lid. They do not sink or protrude, and they are dark in color to complement the tight, black rims. [6]
  5. A Eurasier's muzzle is neither very pointed or coarse but does taper to a tip at the nose, which is black and medium in size. With a bridge that is straight, the muzzle as a whole appears to be in balance. The dog has present cheeks, but they are barely pronounced. The lips are black and tightly-edged to conceal a scissors or pincher bite within strong and fairly broad jaws. [7]
    • Their tongues may be pink, purple, or even spotted. [8]
  6. The paws of a Eurasier are tightly knit and resemble ovals. They have strong, dark nails, toes that are rather arched, and are cushioned fine with black-colored pads. Between the dog's paw pads are some thick hairs. [9]
  7. Being decently thick and high-set, a Eurasier's tail is coated in hair that is notably bushy. It is a round shape while maintaining firmness and may be rolled upward, resting on the dog's back in a forward manner, or held in a barely sideways bend. The tail is long enough to reach the dog's hock joints. [10]
  8. Eurasiers are medium-boned, slightly shorter than they are long, strong, and balanced. They have a decently muscular neck, shoulders that are a small bit slanted, a chest low enough to reach the dog's elbow joints, oval ribs, medium-long legs, a slight tuckup, and a straight back. Their gait, which tends to be a trot, covers good ground with balance, drive, and harmony in forward movements. [11]
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Looking at the Coat

  1. Eurasiers have double coats that cover the entirety of their bodies. They consist of a thick undercoat and a straight outer coat of medium-length guard hairs that lie fairly loosely. [12]
  2. A Eurasier's coat varies in length on certain parts of the body. The hair on the fronts of the legs, ears, muzzle, and face is short, while the tail and backs of the legs are coated with longer hair that is part of the outer coat. Without forming a mane, the coat on the neck is fairly longer than that on the rest of the body. [13]
  3. A Eurasier may be any color or combination of colors besides solid white or piebald. Any color or pattern that is not piebald or pure white may be seen. [14]
    • Piebald coats are bi-colored coats, particularly referring to when one of the colors is white. [15]
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Considering Temperament

  1. Eurasiers value family life, developed to have a desire to be in a pack. This can make them ideal pets for families with children or other animals in the household if the dog is properly socialized. This, however, also means that they cannot be left alone for too long. [16]

    Did you know? Being intentionally bred to act a good amount of both wolf- and dog-like, Eurasiers were developed to be lovers of family or pack life. [17]

  2. As they are both highly intelligent and vastly loyal, Eurasiers are known to be obedient dogs. They are fairly easy to train and capable of learning many things. [18]
  3. Despite loving their families, Eurasiers tend to be reserved toward strangers. They need a good amount of socialization to get to know someone unfamiliar to them. [19]
  4. Needing time to warm up to unfamiliar people, Eurasiers can make good watchdogs. They are not aggressive, however, and are instead good-natured and loyal watchdogs that defend their owners rather than ones that act out of aggression toward strangers. [20]
  5. Eurasiers are notably calm and gentle dogs, making them great with children of any age. Their even temper lets them thrive and adapt well to different environments as long as they have a companion. [21]
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      References

      1. ↑ https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/eurasier/
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      6. ↑ https://www.akc.org/about/glossary/
      7. ↑ https://dogtime.com/dog-breeds/eurasier/
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