Active
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

Alert
Friendly
Intelligent
Energetic
Independent
Protective

Pooda Houlas are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

American Eskimos shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

United States

Germany

Catahoula, Poodle

northern spitz

Unknown

early 1900s

Blue
Hazel

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Blue
Silver
White

Fawn
White

Pooda Houlas have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

American Eskimos have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Curly

Straight

A Pooda Houla can have a litter of 8-12 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 American Eskimo can have a litter of 12-15 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.

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

American Eskimos have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Hip Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Retinal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Addison's Disease

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Von Willebrand's Disease
Addison's Disease
Idiopathic Epilepsy

Patellar Luxation

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Blood Analysis
Complete Physical Examination

Eye
Blood
Knee
Hip X-Rays

Pooda Houla has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

American Eskimo has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

American Eskimos are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Pooda Houlas 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.

American Eskimos 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pooda Houla, it's at least 10 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 American Eskimo, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Pin Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 60-75 pound (27 - 34 kg) Pooda Houla feed 3 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 20-40 pound (9 - 18 kg) American Eskimo feed 2.5 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 Pooda Houla is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of an American Eskimo is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pooda Houla is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 American Eskimo is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 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.

Pooda Houlas have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Pooda Houlas are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

American Eskimos make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

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

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

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

Pooda Houlas are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

American Eskimos are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Pooda Houlas are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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