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Alaskan Husky
Adult Alaskan Husky who actively enjoys sled pulling and
pulling her owner on skis.
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Description |
Alaskan Huskies are
usually somewhat larger than Siberian Huskies.
Alaskan Huskies are usually leaner in build than Siberians. Siberians often have
blue or any combination of blue and brown eyes, where as Alaskan Huskies often
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Temperament |
Alaskan Huskies are
primarily bred as working dogs. They have greater endurance in sled racing than
Siberian Huskies do. Gentle and playful, this cheerful dog is very fond of his or her family. A
puppy at heart, they are clever, sociable and loving, easy-going and docile.
Though they do generally have a lot of energy, especially as puppies. Good with
children and friendly with strangers, they are not watchdogs, for they bark
little and love everyone. Huskies are very intelligent and trainable, but
they have a mind of their own and will only obey a command if they see the
point and if you do not display leadership, they will not see the point in obeying you. Training takes patience, consistency and an understanding of the Arctic
dog character. If you are not this dogs 100% firm, confident, consistent pack leader, he will take advantage if he can, becoming willful and mischievous. Huskies make an excellent jogging companion, as long as it is not too hot. Huskies may be difficult to
housebreak. This breed likes to howl and gets bored easily. They do not like to
be left alone, so if this is the breed for you, you may want to consider having
two. A lonely Husky, or a Husky who does not get enough mental and physical exercise can be very destructive. Remember that the Husky is a
sled dog in heart and soul. They are good with other pets if they are raised
with them from puppyhood. Huskies are thrifty eaters and need less food than you
might expect. This breed likes to roam. Alaskan Huskies can make wonderful
companions for people who are aware of what to expect from these beautiful and
intelligent animals. Although there are 'exceptions to every rule', there are a
number of breed characteristics that are generally present among members of this
arctic breed. |
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Health Problems |
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Living Conditions |
They are not usually recommended for
apartments, however they can live in apartments if well trained and properly
exercised. Alaskan Huskies are very active indoors and do best with a
fenced-in large yard. Because of their heavy coats, these dogs prefer cool
climates. One has to use common sense with respect to maintaining them in the
heat by providing adequate shade and air conditioning. This breed prefers to
live in packs. |
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Exercise |
Alaskan Huskies need a fair amount of
exercise, including long daily walks.
Take caution excessively exercising in warm weather. They need a
large yard with a high fence, but bury the wire at the base of the fence because
they are likely to dig their way out and go off hunting. |
| Life Expectancy |
About 12-15 years. |
Grooming |
The coat does not need much care
except during the twice a year heavy shedding season, when they have to be
combed thoroughly with a metal comb. |
| Origin |
Alaskan Huskies are
carefully bred to produce the best working dogs possible. The breeding of the
Alaskan Husky are planned breedings and are technically pedigreed, however they
are not consider pure and are not registered by the AKC or CKC because they are
sometimes crossed with other Northern and non-Northern breeds to produce the
best working dogs possible. |
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Group |
Working |
Recognition |
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Adult Alaskan Husky
Lupus
Photo courtesy of the Alaskan Husky Homepage
This is Lupus. Photo courtesy of the Alaskan Husky Homepage
Lupus - Photo courtesy of the Alaskan Husky Homepage
Beast
Jonna
Silver
Alaskan Husky Pictures 1
Alaskan Husky Pictures 2
Sled
Dog Breeds
Alaskan Husky vs. Siberian Husky
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