I'm Carol N., the breeder behind Fissan American Eskimos located in Farmington, MN. FISSAN is dedicated to promoting responsible dog ownership, owner education, and training. Our foundation of dogs began with the Standard American Eskimos in 1988. Our dogs are bred for good temperaments, great conformation, wonderful companions, strong work ethic, and well put together show dogs.
Q. & A. with Carol
Why did you start breeding?
I have been a dog lover all of my life. In 1989 we purchased our first American Eskimo and were hooked. We joined local and national dog clubs, began to show and decided we wanted to help preserve this breed by responsibly breeding.
What makes your program special?
I specifically breed for temperament in addition to health and structure. All my dogs have appropriate testing and I am a breeder of Merit- Bronze with the AKC. All puppies are temperament tested at 7 weeks of age and those tests along with buyer input help determine the best home for each puppy
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies include mini and standard sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include white and biscuit and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
King Creole
Went home
Male
Elvis
Went home
Male
Black Collar Boy
Went home
Male
Blue Boy
Went home
Male
Purple Girl
Went home
Female
Orange Boy
Went home
Male
Yellow Girl
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Carol
Carol has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices include a $1,000 deposit and $2,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes puppy, microchip, AKC/UKC registration, health guarantee and breeder support for the life of your puppy. A $1000 deposit is required to hold a puppy with the application. Only refunded if the application is denied.”
Contract & health guarantee
Carol may provide a written contract or
health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps
protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you
both have a clear understanding of the terms of your
puppy purchase. If Carol offers a contract
or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them.
If you have any questions or want to know more,
don’t hesitate to reach out to Carol directly.
Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
Vet check
First round of shots and deworming
Vet records
Microchip
Extras
Puppy starter kit
Initial potty training
Food & treats
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Carol.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Farmington, MN
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Minneapolis–St. Paul /Wold-Chamberlain Airport
More about Carol
Club memberships
Carol is a member of Northern Lights American Eskimo Dog Association, National American Eskimo Dog Association -UKC, and American Eskimo Dog Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, American Kennel Club Canine College, CHIC Certified, Professional Groomer, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Breeder of Merit.
Carol has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Carol was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Fissan American Eskimos meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
Responsible breeding practices
Health of breeding dogs and puppies
Puppy environment and enrichment
Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
Stevie, mom
American Eskimo Dog
About Stevie
Stevie is a miniature American Eskimos. She is 13 inches tall. She is an AKC champion and runs fast cat competition similar to lure coursing. She has a great temperament.
Good health testing
PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), +1 more.
Paisley, mom
American Eskimo Dog
About Paisley
Paisley is a female American Eskimo Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Carol decided to make her part of their program. Carol has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Fissan American Eskimos reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for American Eskimo Dogs.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Carol to bring home their puppies.
Tina M.
Verified owner · Aug. 2025
Carol--Daario is a blessing and such a wonderful part of our family! He is doing well on potty training and sleeps mostly through the night. Daario loves to play and has many toys but his favorite toys are our shoes. He found his voice and how sweet it is to see him bark and be so happy and content in his new home. He even started to howl at the ambulance passing and sirens blowing. I have taken him for walks and started his training --it is a work in progress because he is very curious about the environment and animals passing us on our walks. He loves to clean up the lawn by picking up sticks and leaves. God Bless you Carol for bringing him into our lives and Indy and Stevie for giving him life. Blessings sent your way and to the staff and animal family!!! Planning to visit September 11th (my birthday) if everything works out and look forward to visiting--let me know the time you well be available--we probably will drive up in the morning of September 11th. Have a fabulous day and week. Tina, Daario and Mark
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.