Breed Comparison: American Eskimo Dog Versus Fila Brasileiro

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American Eskimo Dog versus Fila Brasileiro

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American Eskimo Dog Versus Fila Brasileiro: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the American Eskimo Dog and the Fila Brasileiro? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the American Eskimo Dog and the Fila Brasileiro better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the American Eskimo Dog and the Fila Brasileiro.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the American Eskimo Dog and the Fila Brasileiro is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the American Eskimo Dog and for the Fila Brasileiro. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the American Eskimo Dog and the Fila Brasileiro.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the American Eskimo Dog or the Fila Brasileiro

American Eskimo Dog versus Fila Brasileiro: Overview

A very important difference between the American Eskimo Dog and the Fila Brasileiro is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The American Eskimo Dog is a small-sized dog while the Fila Brasileiro is a giant-sized dog.

Furthermore, the American Eskimo Dog belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

On the other hand, the Fila Brasileiro belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

American Eskimo Dog versus Fila Brasileiro: Comparison Table

The table below compares the American Eskimo Dog to the Fila Brasileiro based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Factor American Eskimo Dog Fila Brasileiro
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 9 to 12 years
Height 15 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder 24 to 30 inches
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 1/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 1/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 4/5
General Health 5/5 3/5
Easy To Train 5/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 2/5
Weight Starts at 30 pounds 90 to 180 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 10.5 years
Average Price $1220 $1270
Price Range $750 – $1500 $1000 – $1400
Temperament Score 82.6 percent 78.6 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- after the age of 24 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Legg-Calve-Perthes
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
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    *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the American Eskimo Dog in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Fila Brasileiro. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for a American Eskimo Dog is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Fila Brasileiro is 62 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the American Eskimo Dog is a better pet than the Fila Brasileiro. So, you should get the American Eskimo Dog!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the American Eskimo Dog and the Fila Brasileiro so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the American Eskimo Dog and the Fila Brasileiro

    Below is a list of where the American Eskimo Dog and the Fila Brasileiro are most different:

  • American Eskimo Dogs are good for new dog owners. However, Fila Brasileiros are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • American Eskimo Dogs are very friendly towards strangers. However, Fila Brasileiros are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • American Eskimo Dogs adapt well to apartment living. However, Fila Brasileiros do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • American Eskimo Dogs can tolerate cold weather. However, Fila Brasileiros cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • American Eskimo Dogs get along well with other dogs. However, Fila Brasileiros do not get along well with other dogs.
  • American Eskimo Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Fila Brasileiros do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • American Eskimo Dogs are very easy to train. However, Fila Brasileiros are not easy to train.
  • American Eskimo Dogs are very playful. However, Fila Brasileiros not very playful.

    • The Similarities Between the American Eskimo Dog and the Fila Brasileiro

    The American Eskimo Dog and the Fila Brasileiro are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the American Eskimo Dog and the Fila Brasileiro are most similar:

  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Fila Brasileiro do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Fila Brasileiro are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Fila Brasileiro gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Fila Brasileiro are highly intelligent.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Fila Brasileiro are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Fila Brasileiro require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Fila Brasileiro have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of American Eskimo Dog versus Fila Brasileiro

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the American Eskimo Dog and the Fila Brasileiro.

    American Eskimo Dogs weigh Starts at 30 pounds when fully grown. American Eskimo Dogs are 15 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Fila Brasileiros weigh 90 to 180 pounds when fully grown. Fila Brasileiros are 24 to 30 inches when fully grown.

    Temperament of the Fila Brasileiro Versus the American Eskimo Dog

    The American Eskimo Dog has a better temperament than the Fila Brasileiro.

    This is because the temperament score for the American Eskimo Dog is 82.6 percent while the temperament score for the Fila Brasileiro is 78.6 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and they are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 82.6 percent, the American Eskimo Dog has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 78.6 percent, the Fila Brasileiro has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the American Eskimo Dog and the Fila Brasileiro by measuring the temperaments of 86 American Eskimo Dogs and 14 Fila Brasileiros.

    Price of American Eskimo Dog versus Price of Fila Brasileiro

    The average price of the American Eskimo Dog puppy is $1220. The price of the American Eskimo Dog typically ranges from $750 – $1500. However, the price of a American Eskimo Dog can be as low as $225 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 211 American Eskimo Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Fila Brasileiro puppy is $1270. The price of the Fila Brasileiro typically ranges from $1000 – $1400. However, the price of a Fila Brasileiro can be as low as $1000 and as high as $1800. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 3 Fila Brasileiro puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Fila Brasileiro is more expensive than the American Eskimo Dog.

    American Eskimo Dog Fila Brasileiro
    Average Price $1220 $1270
    Price Range $750 to $1500 $1000 to $1400

    The charts below show the price distribution for the American Eskimo Dog and Fila Brasileiro. For different price points, the charts show how many American Eskimo Dog puppies or how many Fila Brasileiro puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of American Eskimo Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of American Eskimo Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Fila Brasileiros

    A breakdown of the prices of Fila Brasileiros

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the American Eskimo Dog puppy or the Fila Brasileiro puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Adopting the American Eskimo Dog versus Adopting the Fila Brasileiro

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many American Eskimo Dogs and many Fila Brasileiros are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male American Eskimo Dog named Django that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable American Eskimo Dogs like Django on pefinder.com.

    Also, like American Eskimo Dogs, Fila Brasileiros are also available for adoption. For example, Maverick is a Male Fila Brasileiro that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Fila Brasileiros like Maverick that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The American Eskimo Dog and the Fila Brasileiro can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Klondike is the name of another American Eskimo Dog (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    You can find more American Eskimo Dogs and Fila Brasileiros that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    Which one drools more, the American Eskimo Dog or the Fila Brasileiro

    American Eskimo Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Fila Brasileiros drool moderately.

    Tolerates Being Alone: American Eskimo Dog versus Fila Brasileiro

    American Eskimo Dogs do not like to be left alone.

    Fila Brasileiros can be left alone only for a short time.

    Can American Eskimo Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Fila Brasileiros Tolerate Hot Weather?

    American Eskimo Dogs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Fila Brasileiros can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the American Eskimo Dog or the Fila Brasileiro?

    American Eskimo Dogs are moderately easy to groom.

    Fila Brasileiros are very easy to groom.

    Does the American Eskimo Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Fila Brasileiro?

    American Eskimo Dogs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Fila Brasileiros have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Wanderlust Potential: American Eskimo Dog vs. Fila Brasileiro

    American Eskimo Dogs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Fila Brasileiros have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the American Eskimo Dog or the Fila Brasileiro?

    American Eskimo Dogs are very good for new dog owners.

    Fila Brasileiros are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Do American Eskimo Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Fila Brasileiros?

    American Eskimo Dogs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Fila Brasileiros bark and howl, but not very much.

    Is the American Eskimo Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Fila Brasileiro?

    American Eskimo Dogs adapt very well to apartment living.

    Fila Brasileiros do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Can American Eskimo Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Fila Brasileiros Tolerate Cold Weather?

    American Eskimo Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Fila Brasileiros cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Are American Eskimo Dogs good family dogs? What about Fila Brasileiros?

    American Eskimo Dogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Fila Brasileiros are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are American Eskimo Dogs and Fila Brasileiros?

    American Eskimo Dogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Fila Brasileiros get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the American Eskimo Dog or the Fila Brasileiro?

    American Eskimo Dogs get along very well with other dogs.

    Fila Brasileiros do not get along well with other dogs.

    Do American Eskimo Dogs shed more than Fila Brasileiros?

    American Eskimo Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Fila Brasileiros do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Is the American Eskimo Dog Easier to Train than the Fila Brasileiro?

    American Eskimo Dogs are very easy to train.

    Fila Brasileiros are not easy to train.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the American Eskimo Dog

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the American Eskimo Dog that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the American Eskimo Dog:

  • English Cocker Spaniel (79 percent match with American Eskimo Dog). Here is our comparison of the Fila Brasileiro vs English Cocker Spaniel.
  • Keeshond (82 percent match with American Eskimo Dog). Here is our comparison of the Fila Brasileiro vs Keeshond.
  • West Highland White Terrier (81 percent match with American Eskimo Dog). Here is our comparison of the Fila Brasileiro vs West Highland White Terrier.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Fila Brasileiro

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Fila Brasileiro that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Fila Brasileiro:

  • Afador (75 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the American Eskimo Dog vs Afador.
  • Cane Corso (76 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the American Eskimo Dog vs Cane Corso.
  • Dogo Argentino (80 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the American Eskimo Dog vs Dogo Argentino.
  • Boerboel (78 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the American Eskimo Dog vs Boerboel.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the American Eskimo Dog and how the Fila Brasileiro compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the American Eskimo Dog and of the Fila Brasileiro to other breeds:

    American Eskimo Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds

    American Eskimo Dog versus Mountain Cur     American Eskimo Dog versus Bichon Frise     American Eskimo Dog versus Vizsla     American Eskimo Dog versus Scottish Deerhound     American Eskimo Dog versus Manchester Terrier     American Eskimo Dog versus Dogue de Bordeaux     American Eskimo Dog versus Chinese Crested     American Eskimo Dog versus Pomeranian     American Eskimo Dog versus Papillon     American Eskimo Dog versus Boerboel     

    Fila Brasileiro Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Fila Brasileiro versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Fila Brasileiro versus Silky Terrier     Fila Brasileiro versus Redbone Coonhound     Fila Brasileiro versus Mudi     Fila Brasileiro versus Carolina Dog     Fila Brasileiro versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Fila Brasileiro versus Pomchi     Fila Brasileiro versus Beagle     Fila Brasileiro versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Fila Brasileiro versus Norwegian Buhund     

    Conclusion: American Eskimo Dog versus Fila Brasileiro. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the American Eskimo Dog and the Fila Brasileiro better suits you and your family.