Origin

The Eurasier originates from Germany. It is a breed that was purposefully developed in the 1960s.

History

In 1960, Professor Julius Wipfel, in collaboration with other breeders, began crossing the Chow-Chow with the Wolfspitz (Keeshond). The result of this cross was a breed originally called "Wolf-Chow." Later, the Samoyed was added to the breeding program to broaden the genetic base and improve the breed's characteristics. In 1973, the breed was officially recognized by the Federation Cynologique Internationale (FCI) under the name Eurasier - the name refers to the European and Asian origins of the breed's ancestors.

Appearance

The Eurasier is a harmoniously built, medium-sized spitz-type dog. It is characterized by erect ears, a dense coat, and an elegant appearance. All colors and color combinations are permitted except pure white, white patches, and liver color.

Temperament

The Eurasier is a self-confident, calm, and balanced dog with a high threshold of excitability. It is watchful and has a strong bond with its family. It is reserved with strangers but without any aggression. It has no hunting instinct, making it an ideal companion for families. The Eurasier is not suited for kennel life - it needs close contact with its family.

Detailed Description

Head

The head is wedge-shaped with a flat skull. The muzzle tapers slightly towards the tip but is not pointed. The nose is black. The lips are tight and dark. The bite is scissor-shaped. The eyes are dark, slightly slanting, and medium-sized. The ears are erect, triangular in shape, and slightly rounded at the tips.

Body

The body is slightly elongated, firm, and well-muscled. The chest is deep, reaching to the elbows. The back is straight and firm. The tail is strong, set high, carried curled over the back or slightly to the side. At rest, it may hang down.

Limbs

The limbs are straight, firm, and well-muscled. The paws are oval, firm, with well-arched toes. Movement is fluid and ground-covering.

Coat

The coat is double - a dense undercoat and medium-length, loosely lying guard hair. On the head, front of the legs, and paws, the coat is shorter. On the tail and back of the legs, it forms rich feathering. On the neck, the coat is slightly longer but does not form a mane.

Colors

All colors and color combinations are permitted, including sable, wolf-grey, black, black and tan, red, and fawn. Pure white, white patches, and liver color are excluded.

Size and Weight

	Height at withers	Weight
Males	52-60 cm	23-32 kg
Females	48-56 cm	18-26 kg

The ideal height is the middle of the stated range.