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By: Diana R

The Eurasier dog breed is part of the Spitz family and was born in Germany about 40 years ago. This story began during the 1950’s, (in Weinheim, Germany) with the person responsible for its creation, Julius Wipfel, who wanted to produce the perfect family breed of dog. His idea started to materialize in 1960 when he decided which traits this breed would have. He wanted a family dog of the Spitz-type with a calm and steady temperament, attractive, yet command respect, and would come in wide a range of colors. It would also be a very adaptable dog breed to different lifestyles, ranging from urban to countryside conditions.

The Eurasier dog is a very fashionable pet in its homeland, Germany, but it’s a fairly new breed on the North American continent. This ideal house pet is a medium sized dog belonging to the Spitz family. It has a luxurious soft coat with double layers with a wide range of color possibilities. Popular colors are fawn, dark red, wolfish gray and even black. Like other Spitz dogs, it carries its furry tail curled up over its back, and it has almond shaped dark eyes. This can also have a blue-black (spotted) tongue which is something inherited from Chow Chows.

Eurasier

Alternative names: Eurasian, Eurasian Dog

Country of origin: Germany

Classification and breed standards

Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI): Group 5 Section 5 #291
ANKC: Group 7 (Non-Sporting Group)
American Kennel Club (AKC) - Not Recognized
Canadian Kennel Club (CKC): Group 3 - Working Dogs
NZKC: Non Sporting
United Kennel Club (UKC) - Northern Breeds

The Eurasier, sometimes referred to as the Eurasian, is a breed of dog that is relatively unknown in America, but in Europe it is widely known as a wonderful companion that maintains his own personality, has a dignified reserve to strangers, a strong bond to its family and that is relatively easy to train.

I’m happy you chose to visit this little corner of my site to read about the wonderful breed and dog that the Eurasier is. I did my best to research the topic but sadly not much information is available yet about this rare breed. I have included everything I could find about it. As you read through the articles, you might find they repeat some of the information previous ones discussed.

Development of the Eurasier

The idea to create the perfect companion dog first seeded in the mind of Nobel Prize winner ethologist Konrad Lorenz. He was interested in recovering the original Spitz-type dog which throughout time evolved into two branches, a European and an Asian one. A dog very similar to his goal was the Russian Laika, but dog imports from Siberia were not allowed during that time period. Julius Wipfel of Germany is the person who fulfilled Lorenz’s dream by mixing Wolf-Spitz (a dog breed later renamed Keeshond) and Chow Chow dogs as the starting stock. His intention was to bring back to life the oldest family of domestic dogs, the ancestor of both Asian and European Spitzes before it evolved into two branches, and not just create a new dog breed.

Brief overview of the Eurasier breed:

The Eurasier (Eurasian) breed was created between the 1940’s and 1960’s in Germany. This dog was meant to be a restored version of the Russian Laika, and today’s Eurasier dog bears similarities to the Laika. The breeds used to create this dog were German Wolfspitz, Chow Chows and Samoyeds. The breed is very popular in its native Germany and throughout Europe, however it is considered rare on the North American continent. Eurasiers can be shy and timid but they are relatively quiet dogs and they seldom bark. Colors of their coats can vary from red, gray, fawn to black and mahogany. (white and pinto are not permitted) They are medium sized dogs, about 19-24” tall at the shoulder, and they weigh between 40 to 70 lbs.

Looking for a Eurasier dog or puppy?

If you have started your search for a Eurasier dog, no matter where you are in the world, please take the time to read the following message.

The Eurasier dog breed is considered to be the “ideal family dog” in its native Germany and there’s a very good reason for it. It’s very loyal to its owner and family, it is a great watchdog, great with kids, and it loves to be included in the family’s life, versus being left outside all alone; isolation would make an Eurasier dog very sad and depressed.

Here’s a list of breeders I have put together through research. Try to read the “Message about Eurasier breeders” post before you buy a Eurasier puppy, and don’t forget to do your research! I do not endorse or recommend any of these breeders, therefore make sure you ask the breeder you choose all the questions you have to, in order to find out if it’s a reputable breeder or not. Doing all the hard work now will save you from a lot of trouble later Enjoy!

Breed Registries:
Canadian Kennel Club (CKC) - Working Dogs
American Kennel Club (AKC) - Not Recognized
United Kennel Club (UKC) - Northern Breeds
Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)* - Standard No. 291 / 16. 06. 1999 / GB

Eurasier

Origin and Purpose
In 1960 a breed was evolved by crossing a Chow Chow and a Wolfspitz. This was first called ?Wolf-Chow? and then, after crossing with a Samoyed, was re-named ?Eurasier? (Eurasian) and recognized by the F.C.I.

General Appearance
Balanced, well constructed medium sized dog of Spitz type with prick ears and coming in varied colours. Length of coat should be such as still to reveal the body proportions. With medium bone.