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Eurasier

Also known as Eurasian.

Eurasier photograph.
Eurasier BailyWtatze.jpg - Kerstin Kühnel Wuppertatzen. CC0. Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Eurasier_BailyWtatze.jpg. License: http://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/deed.en. License: CC0.

Breed overview

The Eurasier, or Eurasian, is a spitz type breed of dog that originated in Germany through cross-breeding between popular European and Asian Spitz. It is widely known as a wonderful companion that maintains its own personality, has a dignified reserve with strangers, has a strong bond to its family, and is relatively easy to train.

  • Breed type: dog breedBreed reference breed kind.
  • Country of origin: GermanyBreed reference country of origin.

Breed facts

  • Eurasiers originated in Germany in 1960, when the founder, Julius Wipfel, set out together with Charlotte Baldamus and a small group of enthusiasts to create a breed with the best qualities of the Chow Chow and the Wolfspitz.
  • The initial combination of the breeds resulted in what was first called "Wolf-Chow" and then, twelve years later, after crossing with a Samoyed, was renamed "Eurasier" (Eurasian) and recognized by the FCI in 1973.
  • He thought her character was the best he had ever known in a dog.
  • Today, unethical breeders sometimes try to pass off a Keeshond/Chow Chow mix as a Eurasier.
  • The Eurasier breed was recognized by the Canadian Kennel Club (CKC) in 1995 as a member of Group 3 (Working Dogs).

Size and appearance

The Eurasier is a balanced, well-constructed, medium-sized Spitz (Spitzen) type dog with prick ears. It comes in different colors: fawn, red, wolf-grey, solid black, and black and tan. All color combinations are allowed, except for pure white, white patches, and liver color. Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) standards call for the Eurasier to have a thick undercoat and medium-long, loosely lying guard hair all over the body, with a short coat on the muzzle, face, ears, and front legs. The tail and the back of the front legs (feathers) and hind legs (breeches) should be covered with long hair. The coat on the Eurasier's neck should be slightly longer than on the body, but not forming a mane. The breed may have a pink, blue-black, or spotted tongue. The male has a height of 52 to 60 cm at the withers and weighs between 23 and 32 kg and the female has a height of 48 to 56 cm at the withers and weighs between 18 and 26 kg.

  • Body mass reference: 18 - 26 kgAdult breed reference quantity from the article infobox. Original value 18 - 26 kg. Unit conversion where applicable: 1 inch = 2.54 cm; 1 pound = 0.45359237 kg. Original field and references are retained in the revision-pinned article evidence.
  • Body mass reference: Up to 26 kgBreed reference body mass. female, maximum.
  • Body mass reference: 18 kg or moreBreed reference body mass. female, minimum.
  • Body mass reference: 23 - 32 kgAdult breed reference quantity from the article infobox. Original value 23 - 32 kg. Unit conversion where applicable: 1 inch = 2.54 cm; 1 pound = 0.45359237 kg. Original field and references are retained in the revision-pinned article evidence.
  • Body mass reference: 22 kg or moreBreed reference body mass. male, minimum.
  • Body mass reference: Up to 30 kgBreed reference body mass. male, maximum.
  • Height reference: 48 - 56 cmAdult breed reference quantity from the article infobox. Original value 48 - 56 cm. Unit conversion where applicable: 1 inch = 2.54 cm; 1 pound = 0.45359237 kg. Original field and references are retained in the revision-pinned article evidence.
  • Height reference: 48 cm or moreBreed reference height. female, minimum.
  • Height reference: Up to 56 cmBreed reference height. female, maximum.
  • Height reference: 52 - 60 cmAdult breed reference quantity from the article infobox. Original value 52 - 60 cm. Unit conversion where applicable: 1 inch = 2.54 cm; 1 pound = 0.45359237 kg. Original field and references are retained in the revision-pinned article evidence.
  • Height reference: 52 cm or moreBreed reference height. male, minimum.
  • Height reference: Up to 60 cmBreed reference height. male, maximum.
  • Coat layers: double
  • Coat length: short
  • Coat length: long
  • Height category: medium
  • Height category: tall
  • Weight category: large
  • Weight category: medium

Personality and behavior

Eurasiers are calm, even-tempered dogs. They are watchful and alert, yet reserved towards strangers without being timid or aggressive. Eurasiers form a strong link to their families. For the full development of these qualities, the Eurasier needs constant close contact with its family, combined with understanding, yet consistent, training. They are extremely sensitive to harsh words or discipline and respond best to positive reinforcement. The Eurasier is a combination of the best qualities of the Chow Chow, the Keeshond, and the Samoyed, resulting in a dignified, intelligent breed. Eurasiers were bred as companion dogs; as such, they do poorly in a kennel environment such as those commonly used for institutionally trained service dogs, nor are they well suited for the social stresses of working as a sled or guard dog. Eurasiers should never be restricted to only a yard, kennel, crate, or chained up. They would pine and become depressed. Within these limitations, Eurasiers can work very well as therapy dogs. This breed enjoys all kinds of activities, especially if the activities involve their family. Eurasiers are calm and quiet indoors; outdoors they are lively and enjoy action.

Exercise and activities

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Training and enrichment

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Coat and grooming

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  • Coat layers: double
  • Coat length: short
  • Coat length: long

Health and lifespan

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Breed history

Eurasiers originated in Germany in 1960, when the founder, Julius Wipfel, set out together with Charlotte Baldamus and a small group of enthusiasts to create a breed with the best qualities of the Chow Chow and the Wolfspitz. Nobel Laureate Konrad Lorenz obtained a Eurasier puppy from Charlotte Baldamus, Nanette vom Jaegerhof, whom he called "Babett". He thought her character was the best he had ever known in a dog. Today, unethical breeders sometimes try to pass off a Keeshond/Chow Chow mix as a Eurasier. While they are genetically similar, these mixes cannot be classified as Eurasiers.

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Sources

  1. Eurasier - WikipediaWikipedia contributors Retrieved 2026-10-14.License: CC BY-SA 4.0. Adapted excerpts from Wikipedia contributors, Eurasier, revision 1312225192. CC BY-SA 4.0. Formatting, citations and selection changed. Source history: https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Eurasier&action=history
  2. Wikidata structured breed dataWikimedia contributors Retrieved 2026-10-14.License: CC0 1.0. Wikidata contributors (CC0).
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  4. File:Eurasier BailyWtatze.jpgWikimedia Commons Retrieved 2026-10-14.License: CC0. Eurasier BailyWtatze.jpg - Kerstin Kühnel Wuppertatzen. CC0. Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Eurasier_BailyWtatze.jpg. License: http://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/deed.en.
  5. Palipaws everyday care planningPalipaws Retrieved 2026-10-14.License: Palipaws original factual summaries. Palipaws. Original care-planning text, separate from breed measurements and licensed article summaries.
  6. AKC national parent club directoryAmerican Kennel Club Retrieved 2026-10-14.License: Factual reference only. Names and verified external links only. No source descriptions, logos or endorsement reused.