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Esquimau canadien
dog breed
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Weight
25.5–34.5 kg
Size
Large
Lifespan
9–12 ans
Energy
Moyen
Coat
White and red, in all shades, white and gray, white and black.
Maintenance
Faible
Training
Moyen
The Canadian Inuit or Canadian Inuit is a canine breed originating from Canada. It is also called qimmiq, also written quimmiq, an Inuit word designating a versatile working dog. Dating back at least 4,000 years, the breed enjoyed a certain international popularity at the end of the nineteenth century, before declining due to canine diseases imported and cross-breeding, the rise of snowmobiles and especially the massacre of thousands of dogs undertaken by Canadian authorities under the guise of
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public safety, to the point of bringing about near-extinction. Indeed, from the 1950s to the 1970s, the Royal Canadian Gendarmerie and other government authorities shot thousands of sled dogs, without considering the central role of sled dogs in Inuit culture. In the 1970s, only 200 dogs of this breed remained: a rescue program was then launched, supported mainly by the Canadian government. Remaining rare, the Canadian Inuit is sometimes considered the only purely indigenous dog breed still existing in North America. Nunavut has made it its official animal.
Profile
At a glance
Energy
Modéré
Trainability
Modéré
Maintenance
Faible
Indicative profile — every animal is an individual.
⚡ Key facts in 30 seconds
L'essentiel
- 1Large size (25.5–34.5 kg): plan for space, exercise, and food budget.
- 2Life expectancy: 9 to 12 years on average, depending on hygiene and diet.
- 3Moderate energy — 30 to 60 minutes of exercise per day sufficient.
- 4Minimal maintenance — low shedding, occasional brushing.
Chapter 1
Getting to know the Esquimau canadien
Our selection
Dry food suited to the Esquimau canadien
Character
Daily temperament
The character of the Canadian Inuit reflects its utility and environment of origin. It is loyal, courageous, intelligent and always on its guard. It is also affectionate, gentle, and develops a deep connection with its master, towards whom it is extremely loyal. As a sled dog, the breed was often expected to find its own food. Thus, many Canadian Inuit dogs have a more developed hunting instinct than other breeds. Thanks to their original environment, they love when it is cold and often prefer to sleep outdoors.
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What human age for a esquimau canadien ?
The calculator is already set to the breed's adult size (espérance de vie 9–12 ans). Drag the slider to see the equivalence and corresponding life stage.
23 à 44 kg — a giant dog ages significantly faster than a small dog after maturity.
Equivalent human age
30years
Adulte
Most stable period. Monthly weigh-in, annual vet visit, dental care — this determines quality of life in later years.
Method: AVMA table: 15 human years in year one, +9 in year two, then +6 per year for a grand dog.
These equivalences are statistical benchmarks drawn from published veterinary tables. Every animal ages at its own pace, depending on genetics, diet and care. This calculator is neither a diagnosis nor veterinary advice.
Alert
To avoid for dog
Our database lists toxic ingredients and problematic additives by species.
- low-fat cocoa powderModerate
- maltitolModerate
- cocoa pasteModerate
- onion piecesModerate
Calculator · daily ration
How much to give a esquimau canadien ?
Estimate based on the veterinary formula RER × DER, adjusted for dog. Adjust according to package recommendations.
Result
331 g
per day · 1256 kcal
166 g / repas (2 par jour)
Calculation for food of 380 kcal/100g.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Esquimau canadien
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Sources & official links
Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.
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