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The CEDF was established to facilitate a better understanding of the Canadian Eskimo Dog, and to promote and SAVE what is one of the last remaining strongholds for this extraordinary breed. Currently the CEDF is the largest and one of the oldest CED breeding kennels in the World, accounting for approximately 1/3 (one third) of the World's population. It is the CEDF’s goal to provide the World a window to view, and if desired, an opportunity to support and save this magnificent dog from extinction.The significance of preserving this rare and beautiful dog is important if we are to maintain the cultural and historical integrity of Canada and the rest of North America. 1976 - 2006 30 Years of Continuous CED Breeding 1976 - In response to alarm raised by Bishop "Omer A. Robidoux, O.M.I" of the Churchill Hudson Bay Diocese; that the CED would soon be replaced by snowmobiles and become extinct, Churchill resident Brian Ladoon set out on a mission to the North West Territories. Ladoon acquired his first 19 CED's from the Inuit communities of Whale Cove, Eskimo Point, Hall Beach & Igloolik. Ladoon would begin the establishment of what has become the largest and most comprehensive CED breeding kennel in the World. This Kennel is located along the West coast of Hudson Bay near Churchill, Canada.
The Canadian Eskimo Dog (CED) is the oldest indigenous domestic dog species still existing in North America and is currently one of the rarest dogs in the World. The species known as;Canis familiaris borealis has existed in the paleo-Eskimo culture for thousands of years and is an important icon of the Inuit/Eskimo history. The CED and other dogs belonging to the same typological species have traversed the circumpolar regions of the globe for thousands of years as a primary mode of transportation for the Inuit/Eskimo people from Canada, Greenland, United States and Russia. The CED is technically extinct and has been replaced almost entirely by snowmobiles and other smaller breeds designed exclusively for dog team racing. Greenland still has the greatest number of dogs considered by some to be of the same distinct species. However because a proper breeding program has never been developed, the Greenland dog should therefore not be considered a bona fide pedigree.
From Left to Right. 1. Canadian Mint - 1997 50-Cent Sterling Silver Proof Canadian Eskimo Dog Coin Both of the dogs used in the design of the 50 cent sterling coin and the stamp were designed from photographs of Brian Ladoon's Canadian Eskimo Dogs. The Politics The Inuit Circumpolar Conference meeting in Barrow, Alaska, in 1977 officially adopted Inuit as a designation for all Eskimos, regardless of their local usage's. In the 1970s in Canada the name Inuit all but replaced Eskimo in governmental and scientific publication and the mass media, largely in response to demands from Eskimo political associations. The erroneous belief that Eskimo was a pejorative term meaning 'eater of raw flesh' had a major influence on this shift. Ives Goddard in Handbook of In 2001 the Canadian Eskimo Dog became the official provincial dog for the Nunavut territory of Canada. In a political statement the Nunavut Gov't referred to the dog as the "Inuit Dog" rather than the Canadian Eskimo Dog and hence it would appear an agenda to change the official name. It would also appear there may be some people in Canada willing to lump the Canadian Eskimo Dog in with the Greenland dog, a perceived amalgamation of the CED with the Greenland dogs may very well create genetic chaos for the CED if adopted. Unlike the Greenland dog the CED has been officially recognized as a distinct breed by an established credible organization - the Canadian Kennel Club. The CKC has recognized the CED for decades and has in place a credible breeding and registration protocol that confirms the pedigree of registered Canadian Eskimo Dogs. It would appear the Canadian Eskimo Dog will soon become completely extinct unless measures providing for the long term preservation of the CED is implemented by all stake holders very soon!
the Alleged Mass Cull of CED's Recent allegations by the Nunavut and Nunavik governments have alleged the RCMP in conjunction with or without government carried out an unnecessary and systematic cull of thousands of CED's in the 1950's to 70's throughout the Nunavut and Nunavik territories.
Qimmiq/Qimmiit - Inuktitut word meaning; dog "Qimmiq" and/or"Qimmiit" is the only word in the Inuktitut dialect that describes a dog, "any dog". Therefore using the Inuktitut term qimmiq/qimmiit in its proper context to describe "any dog" whether it be a Poodle or an Eskimo Dog is legitimate by all measures. The word qimmiq/qimmiit is not specifically descriptive of one particular breed. The term "Eskimo" The term "Eskimo" is an exonym that is not necessarily used by Inuit/Eskimos themselves. While the exact context of the word "Eskimo" is still debated it is widely accepted to mean "eater of raw meat" and not in the pejorative context of "cannibalism" as some people have implied. The terms "Eskimo" and "Inuit" are frequently used interchangeably, however the term "Inuit" does not properly include the Alutiiq, Inupiaq, Sug'piak, and Yup'ik Eskimo populations of Alaska, or the Yupik population of Eastern Russia. “Inuit” refers to Arctic Native populations in Canada. Most Inuit do not call themselves "Eskimo", and many find the latter term highly offensive. The speakers of the Yupik languages don't usually share this view, and may self-identify as Eskimo. CEDF's Conclusion The official name "Canadian Eskimo Dog" is not a pejorative or derogatory term when describing a dog and is an entirely appropriate descriptive compilation of words that accurately describes the species. The Canadian Eskimo Dog does indeed eat "raw meat" exclusively in its natural environ and thus the descriptive term "eater of raw meat" dog is entirely appropriate. Therefore the CEDF will respectfully continue to refer to the dog known as "Canis familiaris borealis" by its official name, the "Canadian Eskimo Dog". Mission Statement It is the mission of the CEDF to: - Promote and Save what is known as, the Canadian Eskimo Dog. - Continue a comprehensive breeding program of CKC registered pure Canadian Eskimo Dogs and generate sufficient operating revenues to provide for their continued well being. - Maintain and provide pure genetic stock to facilitate restoration programs to the Inuit communities of the Canadian Arctic. Services Available - The CEDF can outfit Arctic Expeditions who wish to adventure to extreme areas of the northern or Southern hemispheres with complete Canadian Eskimo Dog teams. We can provide the Worlds toughest dogs to help you succeed where others have failed! - We can help Inuit Communities restore the Canadian Eskimo Dog to regions of the Canadian Arctic by providing complete CED restoration programs. We have some of the Worlds healthiest and best breeding stalk of long lost and technically extinct CED bloodlines. - Hollywood- We are ready to work on your documentary or film production! - Over the years the CEDF has worked with many major Television & Film producers, including ABC, BBC 1, BBC 2, CBC, Imax, Karvonen Films LTD, NBC, NHK, National Geographic, Universal Pictures and many other large and small independent producers to name but a few. We would be happy to work on your production providing a professional service second to none. Also please be aware any proceeds generated on set go directly to support the dogs. - If you would like to purchase a CED for private, non-commercial breeding (Prices start at $2000.00 to $3700.00 per dog) or if you are interested in any of the above services please contact us. Sponsorship Currently it costs several thousands of dollars per year to maintain the Canadian Eskimo Dogs at the kennel. Everything from vaccines to steel cable, chains, dog houses, rope, etc. is what it takes to keep these beautiful dogs alive and safe from extinction. With the recent escalation in fuel & shipping costs, the 80,000 plus lbs. of dog food needed each year to feed the 120 or so dogs make the prospects of maintaining the breed somewhat uncertain, therefore the dogs and the CEDF value your continued support. We are currently seeking Corporate sponsorship initiatives. If your Corporation is looking to support a worthwhile cause and in return desires to use our dogs to promote your corporate products or services, please contact us.
CEDF Penny Rawlings/President CEDF P.O. Box 910 Churchill, Manitoba, Canada R0B 0E0 Tel. 204-675-8804 Fax.204-675-2164 |
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