Eurasier
A modern German spitz, the Eurasier is calm, balanced and devoted to its family, a quiet and easy-going companion.
History and origins
The Eurasier was created in Germany in the 1960s by Julius Wipfel, crossing the Wolfspitz, the Chow Chow and later the Samoyed, with the aim of a well-balanced family dog.
It is recognised by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale.
Temperament
Calm, gentle and very attached to its family, the Eurasier is reserved with strangers without being aggressive. It dislikes being separated from its people.
Sensitive, it learns well with gentle, consistent training.
Health
This is a fairly healthy breed. Hip dysplasia, hypothyroidism, entropion and kneecap luxation should be monitored.
Regular veterinary follow-up is recommended.
This is general information. For any question about your dog's health, consult a veterinarian.
Feeding
Good-quality food matched to its moderate activity suits it.
Avoid excess weight.
Exercise
Daily walks of about an hour and some play are enough.
It is calm indoors.
Calm and family-oriented, it can live in an apartment if the home stays cool and it is walked daily.
Grooming
Its double coat needs weekly brushing, daily during moults.
It has little odour.
