Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Quick
Trainable
Bold
Fearless
Keen
Quiet
Faithful

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle

Wire Foxkers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Esklands are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

American Cocker Spaniel, Wire Fox Terrier

American Eskimo and Shetland Sheepdog

1990s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Black
White
Pied

Pied
Brown
Gray
White
Cream

Wire Foxkers have medium-length coats.

Esklands have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Straight

A Wire Foxker can have a litter of 6-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Eskland can have a litter of 4-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Wire Foxkers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Esklands are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Hypothyroidism

Hip Dysplasia
Dermatomyositis
Von Willebrand's Disease
Pancreatitis

Progressive Retinal Atrophy

Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Atopy Dermatitis

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Serum Chemistry
Complete Blood Count

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

Wire Foxkers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Esklands sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Wire Foxkers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Esklands are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Wire Foxker, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Eskland, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Wire Foxkers usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Esklands usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Wire Foxker requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Esklands require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-25 pound (5 - 11 kg) Wire Foxker feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 12-18 pound (5 - 8 kg) Eskland feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Wire Foxker is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of an Eskland is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Wire Foxker is between $48 - $49. This makes an average of $576 - $588 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Eskland is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Wire Foxkers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Esklands are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Wire Foxkers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Esklands are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Wire Foxkers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Esklands are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Wire Foxkers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Esklands are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.