AKA: Qimmiq, Canadian Inuit Dog
Description: This breed is one of the five indigenous dogs that canada is proud to call as their own. They are called “Qimmiq” which simply means dog. They are very popular in most arctic groups since they could pull the heaviest load on the greatest distance with just little amount of food intake. This is because they are born a working dog to pull. They are extremely a versatile dog, that is used for transportation,hauling sleds and packing. They also help in hunting activities near the arctic cirlce. Canadian Eskimo dog is powerfully built that had big bones on its body. Strong built capable for a working dog. They have long coat,thick and straight, that its outer layer is waterproof, variable in color and serves as protection against temperatures that fall below freezing.

Temperament: They require firm training that has a hard earned instinct for survival. But they are also a gentle and affectionate companion. They do not usually bark but howls like a fox.They could be friendly to children and other dogs if properly socialized.

Activity: They needed a lot of exercise because they are a working dog. They pull sleds for transportation. Lack of exercise could lead them to boredom and would cause destructiveness. They can catch an 18-inch frozen fish and down it completely in two bites. It happens so fast, the fish never even touches the ground.

Grooming:Once a week brushing to help stimulate new growth of hair and be done once a day if they are shedding.

Breed Group: Working Dog
Color: Variety of colors. The most common include: black, white, red, grey, silver, and cinnamon.
Height: 20-27 inches
Weight: 60 – 105 lbs
Country Of Origin: Canada

Dynamics:
- Canadian Eskimo Dogs are a hard working dog since they are born to be trained to pull sleds. They are also gentle as companion that needs a lot of exercise always to be fit for work.