Eurasier

Other names: Eurasian, Loup-Chow

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Hair type	Long
Origin	Germany
Template	Average
Head shape	Triangular

Weight and size
Sex	Weight	Cut
Female	From 18 kg to 26 kg	From 48 cm to 56 cm
Male	From 25 kg to 32 kg	From 52 cm to 60 cm

History of the breed

The Eurasier breed is quite recent since it dates back to the 1960s. Its creator, Julius Wipfel, had the idea of crossing a Chow Chow with a Wolf Spitz. The result, a Wolf-Chow, was itself crossed with Samoyeds. This gave the Eurasier. Julius Wipfel was helped in his business by Konrad Lorenz, an ethnologist who also received the Nobel Prize in Medicine.

The Eurasier was recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale on July 27, 1973. Then, the breed traveled through Europe. It is spreading in Germany, Holland as well as Belgium. It is still too little present in France.

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Physical features

His body : he is of medium height and displays harmonious proportions. The trunk is solid. The withers are marked. The rump is straight and wide. The chest goes down to the level of the elbows.
His hair: It has a mid-length covering hair. The undercoat is quite dense. The hair is shorter on the head, on the muzzle and on the ears. On the other hand, the tail and the hind legs show a slightly longer hair with fringes.
Its color : the Eurasier standard is not very difficult. Indeed, all colors are allowed. White (single-colored), white and brown variegated dresses are simply excluded.
His head : it is harmonious with the longitudinal axes of the muzzle and the skull parallel. The stop is hardly marked. The truffle is black and of medium size.
His eyes : medium in size, neither too deep nor too protruding. They are dark and slightly oblique.
His ears : they are triangular, of medium size. They are erect and have a rounded end.
Its tail : it is well supplied at its base but is unraveling. She is straight, round. It can be curled to the side or worn on the back.

Behavior and character

Behavior with others

He has a calming temperament. He is loyal to his master and his adoptive family. He cannot do without it because he cannot stand loneliness, while showing suspicion of strangers . This makes him a very good companion dog coupled with a very alert guardian. He is not a pot-de-glue, but appreciates the contact with his owner. He is very balanced and intelligent . It appreciates the presence of congener as it makes an excellent playmate for children. He is never aggressive , even with intruders whom he prefers to ignore rather than growl. Besides, he hardly ever barks.

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Education

The Eurasier must be educated with firmness , but without any form of brutality . The Eurasier must understand an order to execute it without flinching. He can be a little stubborn, but generally listens well to what is asked of him. Education is fairly easy as long as it is started early. He is a very sensitive dog who needs calm and a fairly clear rule. He must understand that he is not in a dominant position vis-à-vis his master. In addition, he should be socialized as soon as possible so that he does not develop any fear of strangers.

Living conditions

The Eurasier appreciates the comfort that the interior of the house offers him , among the members of his family, but he will always prefer to have a large fenced garden to move around freely . It adapts perfectly to an urban living environment as long as it is sufficiently walked and stimulated. Living in an apartment should be banned for the Eurasier, who especially appreciates the great outdoors to be able to let off steam and exert himself physically. A house with a garden seems to be the best solution for it to flourish. In any case, the Eurasier must be able to count on the presence of his family because, despite his independence, he cannot stand loneliness .

Health

A large dog, the Eurasier is prone to hip dysplasia , like all canines of its kind. It is therefore important to moderate your physical activity, especially in her early years, in order to allow her normal growth. Other hereditary conditions to watch out for are Dandy-Walker malformation, elbow dysplasia, thyroid problems, upset stomach, and eye problems. In addition, its double and dense coat gives it very good protection against cold and bad weather.

To protect yourself from these risks and insure your companion in the event of health problems, Woopets recommends Eurasier dog insurance .

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Life expectancy

Maintenance and hygiene

Although her dress is very thick, the Eurasier   is not particularly a difficult dog to maintain on a daily basis. It is subject to molting, mainly in the spring, during which it can lose a lot of hair .

It is recommended to brush the dog once a week using a carding brush. During the moult, brushing becomes more frequent (almost daily), with the use of the curry to remove as much dead hair as possible . It can be washed up to 2 times a year (no more) with a suitable shampoo.

His ears and eyes should be checked regularly to make sure there is no trace of dirt or infection. Brushing your teeth helps eliminate tartar buildup and the growth of bacteria. Finally, if they do not wear out naturally, his nails need to be cut. If you are new to this, it is recommended that you seek advice from a veterinarian.

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Food

The Eurasier’s diet is very basic. Its diet consists exclusively of high quality croquettes , which should be rationalized into one meal (in the evening) or 2 (a light one in the morning and a more substantial one in the evening).

Physical activity

With a calm temperament, the Eurasier should be taken out daily. More or less long walks are essential so that he can exercise himself physically and mentally. His well-being will be even more important. He also enjoys sharing moments of play with his owner, especially in the open air.

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