Canadian Inuit Dog is a large breed from Canada, known for being happy in cold weather, protective, good with kids.
Canadian Eskimo Dog
Arctic sled dog bred for draught and hunting; tough, vocal, and thrives in cold work.
Breed snapshot
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Size
Large
Life
10-15 years
Group
Working
Origin
Canada
Origin map
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Origin details
- Place
- Canada
- Region
- North America
- Breed role
- sled and freighting dog
- More from this origin
- 6 breeds in this guide trace back to Canada.
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