Eurasier — breed guide
A deliberate 1960s German cross of Chow Chow, Wolfspitz and Samoyed, bred for one purpose: a calm family companion that bonds to the whole household.
At a glance
- Group
- non-sporting
- Size
- Medium
- Weight
- 18–32 kg (40–71 lb)
- Life span
- 12–16 years
- Coat
- Thick medium-long double coat
Living with a Eurasier
- Moderate energy — a proper walk every day.
- Heavy grooming — frequent brushing and regular trims.
- Heavy shedding, especially in season.
- Quick to learn.
- Quiet.
- Good with children.
- Gets along with other dogs.
- Typically lives happily with a cat.
- Suits apartment living, given its daily walks.
- A reasonable choice for a first-time owner.
- Sensitive to heat; keep summer walks short.
- Built for cold weather.
Temperament
Calm · Reserved with strangers · Devoted · Quiet
Health to watch
- Hip dysplasia
- Hypothyroidism
- Distichiasis
- Patellar luxation
Owner-logged information shared via Leash Life is not veterinary advice; ask your vet about screening for these.
Questions people ask
Is a Eurasier good with kids?
Generally yes. Eurasiers are usually good with children when raised with them and given their own quiet space.
Is a Eurasier good with cats?
Usually yes. Eurasiers typically settle well with a resident cat — introduce them slowly and give the cat a high perch and a way out of the room.
How much exercise does a Eurasier need?
A real walk every day, around 30–60 minutes.
Can a Eurasier handle hot weather?
It is sensitive; avoid the midday heat.
Leash Life keeps a Eurasier's day — walks, meals, meds, weight — in one shared feed for the whole household, and warns on the walk weather this breed can't take. Free to start.