Canadian Eskimo Dogs love to have a job to do, in fact they live to have a job to do. This is something that owners really need to consider when deciding to get this dog, as they will need to be in a home mainly as a working dog. Additionally, they have an extremely high prey drive and will go after anything they can get their paws around. On top of this, younger dogs tend to be a little rowdier and although they grow out of it, becoming much more affectionate, it's worth noting this when training and spending time with your dog. Because they are traditionally bought up in packs, these guys tend not to do as well by themselves and prefer the company of other dogs around them.

Many believe the Canadian Eskimo Dog has been around for thousands of years, working alongside the Eskimo people. They were originally only bred as working dogs and never as companion dogs, with their main jobs being to pull sleds and helping in hunting. They had to deal with some very extreme conditions, including sub-zero temperatures. These guys have also accompanied explorers on expeditions across both the North and South Poles as well! However, as traditions have faded, and the progression of technology has increased, the need for the breed rapidly declined and at one point there were less than 200 dogs left! Bur with the combined efforts of the Canadian Kennel Club and a breeder, William Carpenter, the breed was saved from extinction. Their numbers still remain relatively low but nowadays they can be seen making excellent companions!