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GREENLAND DOG — BREED DESCRIPTION & INFORMATION
Breed Description / Health Issues / Breed Standards / Grooming / Training / Additional Information
Breed Description
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Note: The breed registries indicated above are the most recognized all-breed registries. The breed may also be recognized by other registries not indicated here. For further details about dog registries, please see the document: Dog Breed Registries in North America.
* — The Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) is the World Canine Organisation, which includes members (one member per country) that each issue their own pedigrees and train their own judges. The FCI recognizes 332 breeds, with each being the "property" of a specific country. The FCI is not a breed registry nor does it issue pedigrees. |
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Greenland |
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25 inches |
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The Greenland Dog originated from the Arctic regions of Northern Siberia, Alaska, Canada and Greenland and is one of the oldest breeds in the world. He has been known by several names including Eskimo Dog, Husky, Inuit Dog, Esquimaux and, in 1990, the official name became the Greenland Dog in order to fall in line with several areas of Europe where he is known as the Gronlandhund. He is a typical husky-type working dog who was used as a sled dog to haul heavy loads. Northern natives also used him to hunt seal, utilizing his keen sense of smell to find the seals' breathing holes in the ice. In summer months, he would carry a backpack of supplies weighing up to 33 pounds. He is an excellent draft dog and guardian. Today, the breed remains principally a working dog but numbers have declined significantly since the advent of mechanized vehicles and the more domesticated and popular Alaskan Malamute, Siberian Husky, and Samoyed are used for racing, dog shows, and as family companions.
Because he is used to life in the unforgiving northern climate, the Greenland Dog can adapt to almost any environment. He is well known for his endurance and stamina, is a faithful and hard-working dog who is happiest when he has a job to do. In addition to being independent and self-willed, he has the typical spitz breed temperament. He is intelligent, good natured and affectionate. The Greenland Dog is not a "one-man dog" in that he does not show particular loyalty to a specific family member. Although his size and appearance is an excellent deterrent, the Greenland Dog does not make a good guard dog in that it is not in his nature to be aggressive toward people.
The Greenland Dog's outer coat is thick with a dense underwool allowing him to withstand constant outdoor living in extreme cold temperatures. The coat can be any colour or combination of colours.
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Health Issues:
If you are considering the adoption of a Greenland Dog puppy, or any breed, it is very important to be selective in choosing a responsible and reputable breeder. Ensure that the prospective puppy's parents have all health clearances. Breeding of any dog should not be done until after they have been proven to be free of evidence of significant hereditary diseases. (For more information on selecting a breeder, see the articles on the main Breed Listing and Breeders page.)
Health Resources:
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Breed Standards:
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Grooming:
- Grooming — See this section of Canada's Guide to Dogs for additional information, tips and articles on Grooming as well as listings of Groomers from across Canada.
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Training Resources:
The Greenland Dog is by nature independent and dominant and can be a challenge to train. Training must be persistent, consistent and done with patience. The breed is best suited to an experienced dog owner.
- Training — For information on training your Greenland Dog, see this growing section of Canada's Guide to Dogs for tips, articles, as well as listings of training centres across Canada.
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Additional Information:
- Clubs, Sports & Activities — For information on the many sports and activities you can get involved in with your dog. (Note: Breed specific clubs can be found under the Breed Clubs secton.)
- Working Dogs — The Working Dogs section of Canada's Guide to Dogs provides information and listings of organizations who are involved in various jobs, such as Guide Dogs, Therapy Dogs, Police Dogs, Protection Dogs, and much more.
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Last Updated: 5 December 2008
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