Friendly
Obedient
Sociable
Hard
Working
Protective
Mannered

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Spirited
Faithful

McNabs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

Scottish Collies, Nomadic Basque Sheepdogs

American Eskimo, Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier

19th Century

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Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Red
Pied

Cream
Fawn

McNabs have medium-length coats.

Wheaten Eskimos have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

A McNab can have a litter of 13-15 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.

A Wheaten Eskimo can have a litter of 5-8 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.

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

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

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Retinal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Kidney Problems
Addison's Disease

Ear Infections
Multi-Drug Resistance Gene (MDR1)

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Allergies

Ear Examination
Eye examination
Ophthalmic And Ear Exam
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian

Eye
Blood
X-Rays
Eye Examinations
Heart and Knee

McNab has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

McNabs 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.

Wheaten 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 McNab, it's at least 18 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 Wheaten Eskimo, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most McNabs usually need at least 90 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 Wheaten Eskimos usually need at least 60 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 McNab requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Wheaten Eskimos 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.

McNab should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Wheaten Eskimo should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 35-65 pound (16 - 29 kg) McNab 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 28-40 pound (13 - 18 kg) Wheaten Eskimo 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.

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

The average cost of a Wheaten Eskimo is somewhere $2.10 - $2.50 per day.

The average per month expenses of a McNab is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 a Wheaten Eskimo is between $63 - $74. This makes an average of $756 - $888 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.

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

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

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

Wheaten Eskimos are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

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

McNabs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

McNabs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Wheaten Eskimos are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.