Seattle's climate shouldn't be a problem for an American Eskimo Dog. This breed can acclimate themselves to warm weather, and most of the time it's not terribly warm there.
During the summer months or a heat wave, provide plenty of shade and fresh water whenever your dog is left outside. In the warmest weather, walk your dog during the coolest parts of the day: mornings and early evening. If you go out for long walks or hikes, bring water along for your dog.
Removing about 80% or more of the undercoat will relieve the dog of discomfort during summer months. This isn't the same as shaving the dog's hair. During the warmest months, brush the dog daily using a grooming rake.
Never leave your dog alone in the car - even if you leave the windows open! Your dog is better off left at home!
If they have been properly trained and have a dominant owner, then yes, American Eskimo dogs can and probably will be nice.
No, the American Eskimo Dog sheds heavily, making them unsuitable as pets for people allergic to dogs.
Yes they do
Yes, except for the chance of allergies, American Eskimo Dogs tend to be very healthy dogs. With the proper care, at least.
They would need a cool place to stay, with shade and, preferably, with air conditioning.
no they do not they have fur
For the most part, American Eskimo Dogs are full grown by the time they reach one year old. On average, they live to be 16 years old.
depends Eskimo dogs if you train them right they can be gentle and kind
For as long as the controversy rolls on, we suppose. Years, maybe
No, American Eskimos come from Northern Europe.
There is no special reason beyond genetics.
Short answer, no. The American Eskimo Dog has been found to have some dogs who have hip dysplasia, but it is not a common thing for the breed.