ORIGIN
The Canadian Eskimo Dog, called ^'Qimmiq^' by the Inuit is an indigenous breed to Canada. It is thought that the first dogs arrived and thrived throughout Canada's Arctic Region around 1100 - 1200A.D., with the Thule migration of Inuit. The dog was vital to the Inuit for transportation and hunting, capable of locating seal breathing holes and holding Polar Bears at bay. The Canadian Eskimo Dog enjoyed popularity in the early 1900s, however, in the 1970s this magnificent breed was on the verge of extinction, as the Inuit were now travelling by motorised snow machines and the introduction of other breeds to Canada's north gave way to mixed breeding, leading to a vast decline in their numbers. In the early 1970s Mr. John McGrath and Mr. William Carpenter began a project to re-establish the Canadian Eskimo Dog.

PHYSICAL APPEARANCE
The Canadian Eskimo Dog is strong and sturdy with medium to large bones. They weigh between 65 - 88 pounds and at the shoulder measure 20 - 28 inches depending on gender. Their coat is thick with the outer coat 3 - 4 inches long and a dense undercoat to withstand extremes in temperatures. They ^'moult^' once per year in August or September. The undercoat will become loose and shed out in clumps usually over a few days. Their heads are wedge shaped with almond shaped eyes, erect ears, a thick neck, broad and powerful chest, and strong muscular legs and rear. Their tail is dense and bushy and is held up over their back.

TEMPERAMENT
The Canadian Eskimo Dog is extremely adaptable in a home environment, show ring or sled. They are willing to please, loyal and are easily trained. Playful with people and with each other, they require human interaction and enjoy affection and attention. As with other breeds, socialisation at a young age is a must. These dogs are ideal for outdoor enthusiasts as they are high energy and require a lot of exercise. Canadian Eskimo Dogs are enjoyed, respected and loved by the people who own them.

COLOURS
There is no one particular colour or pattern that dominates the breed. Colours vary from white to grey, black on white, red, liver, cinnamon, buff, silver-grey. Variations of colour are red, buff, cinnamon or black with white markings making up 50% of the coat. Dark coloured dogs often have white eyebrow markings (small patches over the eyes) referred to by the Inuit as ^'Takoolik^'.