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Professor Julius Wipfel created this dog around 1950 by crossing the Chow Chow and the Wolfspitz. Samoyed blood was later introduced. In 1973, the breed was recognized by the FCI and introduced in France.

This very vigorous dog is good-natured, friendly, calm, and stable, though he does tend to be a bit noisy. The Eurasian forms a strong bond with his owners and is gentle with children. Though reserved with strangers, he will never attack. The Eurasian is a vigilant guard dog. Rigorous though gentle training is required.

If this dog is to live indoors, he must get out for daily walks. The Eurasian hates to be left alone or tied up. This very clean dog must be brushed regularly.

Head:Triangular. Wedge-shaped skull is not overly broad. Stop not pronounced. Muzzle tapers to the nose. Strong jaws. Black lips.
Ears:Medium size, triangular, slightly rounded tips. Held erect.
Eyes:Medium size, set slightly obliquely in the skull. Dark color. Black rims.
Body:Solid, not overly short. Muscular neck. Pronounced withers. Prominent forechest. Oval rib cage. Straight, broad croup. Straight, muscular back.
Tail:Straight, round, and solid at the root, tapering to the tip. Carried forward over the back, slightly curved over the side of the loin, or curled.
Hair:Moderately long. Not truly stand-off, but not lying close to the skin. Short on the face, and front of the legs. Longer on the neck, tail, and back of the legs (feathering and culottes). Dense undercoat.
Coat:All colors and combinations are permissible except pure white, pinto, or brown.
Size:Dog: 52 to 60 cm (20.5-23.5 in).Bitch: 48 to 56 cm (19-22 in).
Weight:Dog: 23 to 32 kg (50.8-70.5 b).Bitch: 18 to 26 kg (39.7-57.5 lb).
Group:Spitz and primitive types