Active
Playful
Stubborn
Happy
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Clever

Alert
Friendly
Intelligent
Energetic
Independent
Protective

Schweenies shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

American Eskimos shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Schweenies aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

American Eskimos make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Europe

Germany

Shih Tzu, Dachshund

northern spitz

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
National Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
United Kennel Club

Unknown

early 1900s

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Brown
Brindle
White

Fawn
White

Schweenies have medium-length coats.

American Eskimos have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Schweenie can have a litter of 4-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An American Eskimo can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Schweenies are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

American Eskimos have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Portosystemic Shunt
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Retinal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Addison's Disease

Allergies
Bladder Stones and Infections

Patellar Luxation

Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints

Eye
Blood
Knee
Hip X-Rays

Schweenies have low energy levels, ideal for a relaxed lifestyle.

American Eskimos thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Schweenies need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

American Eskimos require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Schweenies are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

American Eskimos are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Schweenies bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

American Eskimo dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Walk, Play, Run, Fetch, Play keep away, Hide & Seek, Sleep, Do some mess, Watch tv, Cooking, Training, Puzzle games, Cuddling, Boat ride, Tug-of-war, Nap, Bath time, High Five, Walking, Running, Sleeping, Road trip, Cuddles, Run and play, Naps, Playing, Ball, Throwing ball

Sniffing, Walk, Play, Fetch, Tug-of-war, Run, Walking fast, Jumping, Shake, Eating Snacks, Nap, Walking, Playing, Barking, Trekking

Schweenies are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Schweenie dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

American Eskimos are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Schweenie, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For American Eskimo, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Schweenies usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most American Eskimos usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Schweenies require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The American Eskimo requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Schweenie should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, American Eskimo should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Schweenie feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 20-40 pound (9 - 18 kg) American Eskimo feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Schweenie is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an American Eskimo is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Schweenie is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an American Eskimo is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Schweenies are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

American Eskimo has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Schweenies are not the best choice for families with kids.

American Eskimos are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Schweenies are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

American Eskimos are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Schweenies are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

American Eskimos are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Schweenies have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

American Eskimos are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.