Eskies as they are fondly referred to, are fluffy white, highly intelligent dogs that come in 3 sizes, standard, miniature, and toy. American Eskimo size. Toys weigh between 6-10 pounds and measure 9-12 inches in height while miniatures are 12-15 inches tall with a weight between 10-20 pounds, and standards stand at 15-19 inches tall weighing 25-35 pounds. What is the difference between an American Eskimo and a Samoyed?