Hi there ! I'm Casper D Dog. I am a miniature American Eskimo Dog or Eskie for short. Welcome to my website! I am a fun loving little doggie. Read all about my adventures in my regular blog posts plus I have lots of pictures/videos to show you. You can also check out shirts and gift items from my shop or help us with our fundraising to help out other doggies.
Casper N Caboodle

Casper N Caboodle
Love dogs? Then you will love our stuff. Check out dog breed themed shirts, mugs, magnets, stickers, license plate frames, and other gift items from my shop.


Here are some designs from CasperNCaboodle. Click on each image on the left to go see the products available for each design.
American Eskimo Dog Wall Calendars
American Eskimo Dog Wall Calendar
American Eskimo Dog Wall Calendars featuring 12 full color pages of your favorite American Eskimo Dog. Perfect for any Eskie lover.
American Eskimo Dog Wall Calendar
Each month features an Eskie picture with colorful borders to make each month more special. Makes a great gift item!


American Eskimo Dog Wall Calendar
American Eskimo dogs love to have fun. Each calendar month features a different Eskie adventure!



American Eskimo Dog Keepsake Doll
American Eskimo Dog Keepsake Doll
Get your very own American Eskimo Dog Doll! Stuffed with real Eskie fur! Makes a great keepsake of your beloved furchild. A unique and personal collectible for any Eskie lover.

The following causes are very important to me so we have set up these fundraisers to help out my fellow doggies. These designs are available on shirts and other gift items and all commissions earned go to each cause.

Find A Cure For IMHAI was diagnosed with Evans Syndrome in 2006. It is a combination of IMHA/AIHA (Immune Mediated Hemolytic Anemia/Auto-Immune Hemolytic Anemia) and IMT/ITP (Immune Mediated Thrombocytopenia/Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura). I was hospitalized for over a week and received numerous blood transfusions and a cocktail of immunosuppressants to save my life. I was weaned off the medications due to complications such as Cushings Disease but after a few months off the drugs, I relapsed again so I am currently back on medication. I continue to fight this disease everyday. There is no cure for this disease so please help support the fight for a cure. Meisha's Hope Fund and Morris Animal Foundation has teamed up to find a cure for IMHA with Autoimmune/Immune-Mediated Hemolytic Anemia Fund #338. Immune-Mediated Hemolytic Anemia is a serious blood disorder and scientists estimate over 50% of dogs diagnosed with it will die from the condition. Affected dogs show signs of weakness, lethargy, exercise intolerance and anorexia. This deadly blood disorder occurs when something triggers the dog's body to attack its own red blood cells. Despite aggressive immunosuppressive therapy, this disease has a very high mortality rate. Many dogs die shortly after diagnosis, so an effective early treatment is critical. All commissions earned from this design will go to the Meisha's Hope AIHA/IMHA Fund #338 at Morris Animal Foundation.

American Eskimo Dog RescueEveryday, people are working together to rescue Eskies and to help them find their forever homes. Show your support for these wonderful people and organizations. All commissions earned from this cartoon American Eskimo dog design will go to Eskie Rescue.

Opt To AdoptMommie adopted me in 2005 and she always says it is the best thing ever. Loving dogs are waiting in shelters around the country to be adopted. Opt to adopt and make a loving forever home for these poor dogs. All commissions earned from this design will go to local animal shelters.

Here are some links that you may find interesting.

Casper D Dog's Blog

Read all about Casper's adventures in his online blog.

Thinking Of Getting A Dog

Taking care of a dog is a BIG responsibility. Dogs are totally dependent on their masters their entire lives so there are a lot of things to consider. Here are some things to think about before getting a dog.

I would love to hear from you. You can add comments on my blog posts or drop me a line from here anytime!

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American Eskimo dogs, like me, are also called Eskies for short. American Eskimo dogs are officially part of the Non-Sporting group in the AKC (American Kennel Club) and part of the Northern breeds group in the UKC (United Kennel Club). American Eskimo dogs are a Northern Spitz breed. We may look a bit like other dogs in this breed like the Japanese Spitz, Pomeranian, German Spitz and Keeshond. Sometimes Eskies are referred to as the White Spitz or Eskimo Spitz. Sometimes we are even mistaken for a small Samoyed.

Available Sizes
There are three sizes to choose from. The Standard American Eskimo dog is generally 15 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder. They can weigh up to 30 pounds. Miniature American Eskimo dogs, like me, are around 12 to 15 inches tall. We can weigh up to 20 pounds. The Toy American Eskimo dog is generally 9 to 12 inches and weigh up to 10 pounds. The Toy American Eskimo dogs are recognized by the AKC but not by the UKC.

The Look
American Eskimo dogs have foxlike heads with short, triangular erect ears. Our eyes are brown. We have heavily plume-like tails which curl over our backs. The skin around our eyes and mouth should be black and we have black noses, too. But some American Eskimo dogs have pink skin in these areas. That is not accepted in the AKC standards. The skin underneath our fur is typically pink, and dark freckles are not uncommon. American Eskimos tend to have tear stains near the eyes. Other breeds can also have tear stains but it is more noticeable on us because of our white color. This is sometimes caused by blocked tear ducts. You can remove tear stains with the help of Saline Solution. Just put some on a cotton ball and wipe on the stains regularly.

A Hairy Situation
American Eskimo dogs have thick coats and a really thick mane of fur around the neck. We have a double coat that helps us in both cold and warm weather. The undercoat helps keep us insulated from the cold. It is thick and wooly and keeps us warm. Then we have long silky hairs on the top coat. We can be pure white or cream colored. This color helps to make the heat from the sun bounce off us. This is because dark colors absorb heat and light colors reflect it. Also, the fur itself helps shade our skin from the sun otherwise we might get sunburned. We Eskies look our best when we are in full coat. So fluffy!

Eskie produce little to no dander so people with allergies to dog dander need not fear. Hehe! My human cousin has all sorts of allergies but he is fine even though he rubs his face in my fur all the time.

American Eskimo dogs shed a lot though. Just ask Mom. Hehe! But she says I am worth it. If you own an American Eskimo dog, you will find yourself familiar with terms like tumblefur and chronic vacuuming.

When we Eskies blow our coats, our undercoat will come out in clumps. Mom is able to get bagfuls of fur from me. But don’t worry, it all grows back eventually. Eskies require frequent brushing so that our fur does not become matted. I tend to get matts behind the ears coz people like to scratch me behind my ears. Invest in a slicker brush. Believe me, you are gonna need it. It may also be wise to invest in a strong vacuum cleaner. Hehe!

American Eskimo puppies have a cottony coat but eventually they will grow in the stiffer adult coat. Puppy coats are prone to matting so it may be harder to manage.

Boys vs Girls
Us male Eskies, are usually bigger than female Eskies and we tend to have thicker coats and manes, too. Males will shed or blow coat once a year in the spring time. But the girls, they shed twice a year around 2 months after each heat cycle. If they are spayed, then they will only blow coat once a year.

Smarts
American Eskimo dogs are among the most intelligent of the dog breeds. We can solve problems and are very independent thinkers. Eskies are very easy to train. This is why our breed is a favorite among circus folk. But we can get bored if there is nothing for us to do. This leads to mischief. Hehe! It may sometimes lead to lots of barking. Some people keep more than one American Eskimo dog so that they can entertain each other. Also, if you do not act as the boss, we will do it for you. Someone has to be the boss. Haha!

Temperament
American Eskimo dogs are very loving and devoted to our owners. We like lots of attention and are happiest when we are considered part of the family. Eskies are generally very happy, good-natured, curious and affectionate with lots of personality. We aim to please! This is why we make really great companions. We are very good with other doggies, kids and other animals if well socialized as a puppy. Early socialization is very important for dogs of any breed. Some of us tend to be suspicious around people or animals we do not know. Not me, though. I am a very friendly dog!

Never a dull day with an Eskie in the house! We are very adventurous, energetic, love to play and chew on stuff. We like to play in the water and in the snow, too. Although it may be a bit hard to track us in the snow coz Eskies will just blend into the background and no one will be able to find us. We like to run around in backyards but we can live in apartments too so long as we are walked regularly and are given lots of opportunities for exercise.

Eskies are active and alert which makes us excellent watch dogs. We are very serious about our watchdog duties and we love to bark.

Grooming
Basic grooming for an American Eskimo dog would include bathing, clipping nails, clipping the fur between the paw pads, cleaning eyes and ears and lots of brushing. We really require very little formal grooming. American Eskimos are very easy to keep clean. This surprises a lot of people coz they tend to think it is hard to keep a white dog clean.

We generally do not need frequent bathing. Bathing once every couple of months should be sufficient unless we are very dirty coz frequent bathing can cause our skin to dry out and become irritated. We have special oils in our coat that helps us repel dirt. Any dirt or mud that sticks to us will just fall off or can be brushed off as soon as it dries. Make sure to brush your Eskie prior to bathing to minimize tangles and matting. If there are tangles, you can use a slicker brush. It is a kind of brush with metal bristles that works very well for detangling and getting rid of fur that has been shed. If there are really bad matts, what you can do is split the matt by cutting it in the direction of the hair growth. Then use the slicker brush to detangle it. You will have to brush your Eskie after the bath as well.

We can also wash our paws and faces just like a cat. Plus, we have no doggie odor. We generally do not get our fur cut off or shaved unless it is for medical reasons. You may want to trim a bit near the butt area to ensure that no poo bits stick to the fur when your Eskie does his business.

When clipping nails, make sure you cut below the quick. That is the red vein that you can see in the nail. American Eskimos have white nails making it easy to see the red vein. It hurts a lot and will bleed if you cut where the vein is so be very careful. If you do cut too high and it starts to bleed, you can use Styptic Powder. If your Eskie walks on concrete or rough surfaces, you may not need to cut coz the rough surface will act like a natural nail file.

Newbie Dog Owner?
American Eskimo dogs are typically a good breed for novice dog owners. Take my Mommie for example. She has never taken care of a dog before and is happily surprised at how easy it is to take care of me. Everyone she knows is surprised that she is able to take care of me. Hahaha! Just make sure you get your Eskie from a reputable breeder so that your Eskie is healthy and has no hereditary problems. Also make sure to socialize your Eskie early so that he is used to other doggies and other people.

If you need information about getting a dog, check out my other site at gettingadog.blogspot.com.

That’s a Fact!
Mom saw this posted on the web ‘American Eskimo dogs know they are cute and can use it to their advantage.’ How true! Haha!

I hope you will consider buying/adopting an American Eskimo dog after learning all about us. A couple of rescue organizations dedicated to Eskies are Heart Bandits and Eskie Rescuers United. And come join this great Eskie.Net message board dedicated to American Eskimo dogs. Lots of wonderful people in this group share stories, pictures and advice about their Eskies.
American Eskimo Dog Pictures/Videos


Want to see pictures of an American Eskimo dog? Want to see videos of an American Eskimo dog in action? Here is a list of my posts that have pictures and/or video clips in them. Just click on the thumbnails to read the post and see the pictures and videos:

American Eskimo
Downsized!
American Eskimo
It's My Barkday Today
American Eskimo
Christmas Pictures
American Eskimo
Chuckle Buddy
American Eskimo
My Cousins
American Eskimo
Dog Tips From Dogtown
American Eskimo
My Name Is Bond...
American Eskimo
I'm Gonna Have A Daddy
American Eskimo
Bandana Boy
American Eskimo
Wine Country Eskie Meet
American Eskimo
Adventure Filled Weekend
American Eskimo
Big Eyes
American Eskimo
Happy Mother's Day
American Eskimo
All Aboard
American Eskimo
Casper In Wonderland
American Eskimo
An Outing, Finally
American Eskimo
I'm 8 Today
American Eskimo
Casper In Technicolor
American Eskimo
Bummed Out
American Eskimo
Big Mouth
American Eskimo
Glug Glug Glug
American Eskimo
Christmas Loot
American Eskimo
It's Christmas
American Eskimo
Happy Thanksgiving
American Eskimo
Couch Potato
American Eskimo
Hana At The Bridge
American Eskimo
Casper Casper Pumpkin Eater
American Eskimo
Quick Trip To The Store
American Eskimo
I Miss Summer
American Eskimo
Oh Boy! A Polar Bear
American Eskimo
Mi Amigo Migo
American Eskimo
Boing Boing Boing
American Eskimo
Carmel Eskiemeet
American Eskimo
Happy 4th Of July!
American Eskimo
Meisha's Hope
American Eskimo
Latest Adventure
American Eskimo
Let's Help Gypsy
American Eskimo
Happy St Patrick's Day!
American Eskimo
I'm 7 Years Old Today!
American Eskimo
Casper Visits Hana For Valentine's
American Eskimo
Oh boy! Snow!
American Eskimo
Chase, Circus Dogs & Yummy Treats
American Eskimo
Doggie Digs
American Eskimo
Stanford, Hana And Eskies Galore!
American Eskimo
New Bed And Christmas Cards
American Eskimo
Merry Christmas
American Eskimo
'Tis The Season
American Eskimo
Blog Makeover
American Eskimo
Vacation Over
American Eskimo
Vacation
American Eskimo
My Weekend
American Eskimo
Nuuk & Tako
American Eskimo
Abby's Barkday Pawty
American Eskimo
Cigar Smokin' Eskie
American Eskimo
Heat Wave
American Eskimo
Thanks Yukon!
American Eskimo
My Latest Adventures
American Eskimo
Lake Tahoe
American Eskimo
My Barkday Pawty
American Eskimo
It's My Barkday!
American Eskimo
Another Milestone
American Eskimo
Happy New Year!
American Eskimo
Jasper D Dog
American Eskimo
Casper's Scrapbook
American Eskimo
Eskie Puppies Are The Cutest
American Eskimo
A Jacket For Me!
American Eskimo
Happy Howloween
American Eskimo
Look Ma! I'm A Shih Tzu!
American Eskimo
Silly Me
American Eskimo
Eskie Meet
American Eskimo
Quest For Cooler Temperatures
American Eskimo
So Many Wonderful Friends
American Eskimo
A Good Weekend
American Eskimo
Thanks Girl Girl!
American Eskimo
Oh Boy! Fishies!
American Eskimo
The Next Best Thing
American Eskimo
My Mug On A T-Shirt
American Eskimo
Under Cover
American Eskimo
I'm Five Years Old Today!
American Eskimo
What A Difference A Year Makes
American Eskimo
Will You Be My Valentine?
American Eskimo
Ready For The Superbowl
American Eskimo
Golden Gate Kennel Club Dog Show
American Eskimo
Hana and Sioba
American Eskimo
My Christmas Vacation
American Eskimo
Christmas Comes Early
American Eskimo
Thanks Hana!
American Eskimo
Nasty Bite
American Eskimo
Happy Thanksgiving
American Eskimo
I Love My Toys
American Eskimo
Arhh Matey!
American Eskimo
Army Eskie
American Eskimo
My Bed
American Eskimo
Lunch Date With Hana
American Eskimo
Conquering The Evil Balloons
American Eskimo
Casper The Tour Guide
American Eskimo
It's My Turn To Use The Computer
American Eskimo
Meetup With Hana
American Eskimo
Squeaky Clean
American Eskimo
Heeheehee!

American Eskimo
A Break From The Poking

American Eskimo
My Treat
American Eskimo
I Got Mail!
American Eskimo
Northern California Eskie Meet
American Eskimo
Happy New Year
American Eskimo
Merry Christmas
American Eskimo
Eskie Punk

American Eskimo
Awwww...How Cute
American Eskimo
Eskies Make Good Drivers
American Eskimo
Boo! Happy Halloween!!!
American Eskimo
Eskie vs Garfield
American Eskimo
I Just Love To Recycle
American Eskimo
American Eskimos In The Circus
American Eskimo
My Dog House
American Eskimo
Goofy Eskie Smile
American Eskimo
Shaved Eskies
American Eskimo
Pool Pictures
American Eskimo
Sigh!
American Eskimo
Monterey/Carmel Excursion Pictures
American Eskimo
American Eskimo Dogs In Northern California
American Eskimo
Lazy Eskie
American Eskimo
Lookee!
American Eskimo
Mom's Home!
American Eskimo
Gimme Gimme Gimme
American Eskimo
Garfield
American Eskimo
Naptime
American Eskimo
First Trip To The Pet Store
American Eskimo
So That's The Routine
American Eskimo
If She Only Knew
American Eskimo
My New Home