Eskipoo
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Find Eskipoo BreedersGet to Know Eskipoos
- Brains on Both Sides: Eskipoos inherit high intelligence from both parent breeds, often excelling at obedience, tricks, and puzzle toys. Many learn commands quickly but also pick up habits just as fast—good or bad.
- Varied Coats: Their coat can range from fluffy and spitz-like to curly and poodle-textured, even within the same litter. This variability makes grooming plans very individual to the dog.
- Naturally Watchful Companions: Thanks to the American Eskimo Dog’s watchdog instincts, many Eskipoos are alert barkers who quickly notice changes in their environment. This makes them excellent little “alarm systems” without being aggressive.
- People-oriented: Eskipoos tend to form very strong bonds with their families and often prefer being involved in everything happening at home. They can struggle if left alone for long periods without mental stimulation.
- Great for active households—not couch potatoes: While they’re not hyper, they thrive when given daily walks, games, and training challenges. A bored Eskipoo may invent their own entertainment, which owners don’t always appreciate.
Breed History
The Eskipoo is a modern companion cross developed in North America by combining the American Eskimo Dog’s alertness and family devotion with the Poodle’s intelligence and trainability. Like many designer mixes, the goal was to create a smaller, highly intelligent companion with a potentially low-shedding coat and adaptable temperament. While not a standardized breed, Eskipoos have gained popularity among families seeking a smart, affectionate dog suited to both urban and suburban lifestyles.
Personality and Behaviour
- Highly Social & Bonded: Eskipoos often follow their people from room to room and thrive on companionship. They do best in homes where they’re treated as part of the family.
- Quick Learners with Opinions: Training is usually enjoyable because they learn fast, but consistency matters—these dogs can test boundaries if rules aren’t clear.
- Alert but Friendly: They may be cautious with strangers at first, using their voice to announce arrivals, but typically warm up quickly once they sense no threat.
Care
- Exercise: Daily walks plus mental enrichment (training games, puzzle toys) keep them balanced and content.
- Training: Early, positive reinforcement training helps channel their intelligence and prevents nuisance behaviors like excessive barking.
- Grooming: Regular brushing (several times per week) is essential to prevent matting, especially in curlier coats.
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GroomingWhat to ask your breeder?
Here's a short summary of what you should be asking your breeder:
American Eskimo Dog Health Testing
| Screening | Considerations |
|---|---|
| Hip Dysplasia | One of the following: OFA Radiographic Hip Evaluation PennHIP Evaluation, min age 16 weeks. Results registered with OFA. |
| ACVO Eye Exam | Eye Examination once 24 months old. Results registered with OFA |
| Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test | DNA based prcd-PRA test from an approved lab |
| Cardiac Evaluation | (Optional) Standard Congenital Cardiac Exam. Results registered with OFA. Advanced Cardiac Exam Basic Cardiac Exam |
| Elbow Dysplasia | (Optional) OFA Radiographic Elbow Evaluation |
| Patellar Luxation | (Optional) Veterinary Evaluation of Patellar Luxation. Results registered with OFA. |
| Autoimmune thyroiditis | (Optional) Autoimmune Thyroditis Evaluation from an approved Lab. Results registered with OFA. |
| Legg-Calve-Perthes | (Optional) OFA Legg-Calve-Perthes Radiographic Evaluation |
Poodle Health Testing
| Screening | Considerations |
|---|---|
| Hip Dysplasia | One of the following: OFA Radiographic Hip Evaluation PennHIP Evaluation. Results registered with OFA. |
| Patellar Luxation | Veterinary Evaluation of Patellar Luxation. Results registered with OFA. Minimum age 1 year. |
| ACVO Eye Exam | ACVO Eye Examination. Results registered with OFA. |
| Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) | DNA-based prcd-PRA (Progressive Rod-Cone Degeneration) test from an approved laboratory; results registered with OFA |
How Much Does It Cost to Own an Eskipoo Per Year?
Determining the cost of owning an Eskipoo is essential for responsible dog ownership. Use our calculator to estimate expenses, including food, grooming, veterinary care, and more.
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Calculate NowFrequently Asked Questions About Eskipoo
When you talk to a breeder, you're not just asking “do you have available Eskipoo puppies?” You're looking for a match in the process of rehoming a dog. As a prospective dog owner, you are assessing how predictable the dog's health, temperament, and long-term welfare will be and whether the breeder's practices reduce avoidable risk.
You should engage in a conversation about the following topics:
- Which health tests and genetic screening do you do specifically for Eskipoo, and can I see the results?
- What do you do if a puppy develops a serious genetic condition? What contract, policies and support do you offer as a breeder?
- How are puppies raised from birth to 8+ weeks? Ask about socialization, philosophies on early neurological development, handling, and exposure.
The real cost of a dog isn't just the puppy price. After year one, the cost of a dog includes the predictable annual costs + the unpredictable “risk costs.” Your goal is to make the cost legible before you commit, as one of the top causes of surrendering a dog is not being able to afford the dog in later years.
To help you assess these costs, Paction has created the Ultimate Cost Calculator. You can also read an article written by a Paction breeder on why a prospective dog owner should focus on the ongoing costs of dog ownership and not “how much” the puppy costs.
Every dog breed has certain health issues that tend to occur more often, but what matters most is how predictable and preventable those risks are. For many breeds, common concerns include inherited conditions (such as orthopedic, eye, or cardiac issues) as well as lifestyle-related challenges like weight management, dental health, skin or ear problems, and anxiety.
Responsible breeders help reduce inherited risk through appropriate health testing, careful selection of breeding pairs, and transparency about family history. To understand more about responsible breeding programs that prioritize health and genetic screening of breeding pairs, check out Making Science Simple: Canine Genetics for Puppy Shoppers.
As an owner, you play an equally important role. Consistent preventive veterinary care, proper exercise and enrichment, healthy nutrition, and early screening can significantly improve long-term health outcomes.
Whether an Eskipoo is right for you depends less on the breed itself and more on how well its typical energy level, temperament, and care needs align with your daily life. Important factors include your schedule and activity level, living environment, household dynamics (such as children, other pets, or allergies), and tolerance for noise or independence. Long-term fit also comes down to maintenance like grooming, training needs, and how often you travel or rely on outside dog care.
Use Paction's Dog Breed Matchmaker and Pup Time Estimator to find out more about what dog is right for you.
