Because of their size, Toy American Eskimos are extremely adaptable and can live in most environments, on farms or in apartments. The American Eskimo looks much like a typical northern breed, though they are not descendants of sled dogs. They have a beautiful white coat which is actually a double coat. It is thickest in a mane around the neck and is completely free of waves or curls. Their outercoats are of medium length.
Males generally have a thicker coat than bitches and their coats are more lavish.
Toy American Eskimo Dogs will grow to a height of 9-12 inches and weigh in between 6 and 10 pounds. They have the looks of a sled dog and they enjoy ice-cold temperatures, though they are primarily bred as companions and housedogs. They have triangular ears, a pointed nose and a heavily plumed tail, which they carry high. The American Eskimo Dog is not aptly named in fact, Eskimos never owned these dogs. They are thought to have originated sometime in the last 1,000 years from spitz or Nordic type dogs.