How to Groom an American Eskimo Dog

The American Eskimo Dog is a fluffy white Spitz-type dog that is a member of the Non-Sporting group. There are Toy, Miniature and Standard varieties. They have spiky, triangular ears which stand erect on their heads and a long tail that curls over on to their back. They have a voluminous coat which is usually white as snow, sometimes with biscuit or cream markings mixed in. The coat needs a full grooming every 8 weeks.

Things You'll Need

  • Natural bristle brush
  • Pin brush
  • Metal combs
  • Scissors
  • Thinning shears
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Instructions

    • 1

      Brush out the cottony coat at least twice a week with a natural bristle brush. If needed, use a pin brush and metal combs to remove tangles or knots. When they are shedding, brush your American Eskimo Dog every day. In general, they shed an average amount of hair.

    • 2

      Clip the whiskers with scissors if you desire. This isn't necessary, but many prefer the whisker free look.

    • 3

      Trim stray hairs from the feet to the hocks with thinning shears. Trim hairs underneath the feet with scissors.

    • 4

      Check the inner ear canal for overgrown hair, which you should pluck. Don't trim the hair on the outer ear, as this provides protection.