Read About Alaskan Huskies

Alaskan Huskies Breed Facts

1. AKC Group:

   The Alaskan Husky is not recognized by the AKC.

2. Size & Weight:

   The husky is a large dog, growing to between 35-65 pounds, and 20-24 inches at the shoulder.

3. Coat:

   The coat of an Alaskan Husky is dense, but not long.

4. Head & Muzzle:

   The husky's head is wedge-shaped, with prick ears. The eyes may be any color, but are often light blue. The muzzle is tapered slightly from the skull to the tip of the nose, and is well filled-in under the eyes.

5. Body:

   A husky's shoulders are moderately laid back. The length of the body is just slightly longer than the height. The tail is well-furred and has the appearance of a plume.

6. Colors:

   Huskies are found in almost any possible color and markings.

7. Life Expectancy:

   The life expectancy of the husky is 10-15 years.

8. Popularity:

   The Alaskan husky is popular as a sled dog. The husky is a popular pet in Alaska where dogs that are unfit for racing or retired from racing are often available free to a good home.

9. Habitat:

   The Alaskan husky should live in a cooler climate because of its origins.

Alaskan Huskies - Origins

1. Country of Origin:

   These dogs originated in the United States.

2. Lineage:

   The Alaskan Husky is basically a mixture of dogs from the lower 48 states and northern dogs. There are strains of hound, retriever, Siberian huskies, and malamutes.

3. Date Admitted to AKC:

   The Alaskan Husky is not recognized by the AKC.

4. Historical Information:

   The most common mix-breed husky is a cross between the Siberian Husky and the Alaskan Malamute. The dogs have been bred for thousands of years in the northern countries of the world.

Alaskan Huskies - Defining Characteristics

1. Training Ease:

   The husky is not easy to train.

2. Temperament:

   The husky is very active and needs a lot of space to run and play.

3. Child Friendly:

4. Behavior:

   Huskies like to dig, howl, and bark.

5. Habits:

   Huskies enjoy hunting small animals.

Alaskan Huskies - Concerns

1. Health Issues:

   Eye problems, allergies and cancer are common with Alaskan huskies.

2. Feeding:

   Premium dog food will put extra weight on an Alaskan huskie. Their feed should be adjusted as necessary.

3. Exercise Needs:

   Huskies are very active and need a lot of room to run.

4. Grooming Needs:

   The grooming needs of huskies is minimal.

5. Special Household Needs:

   There are no apparent household needs for these dogs.

6. Travel Needs:

   A husky needs a large kennel for travel.

7. Getting Along With Other Pets:

   Huskies get along well with other sled dogs.

Alaskan Huskies - How to Choose

1. What to Look for in a Healthy Puppy:

   You should look for bright eyes, a good coat, and strong leg muscles.

2. What you will Need for a New Puppy:

   A puppy will need a kennel, plenty of toys, and room to run.

3. Puppy-Proofing your House:

   You should always keep small objects out of reach of a puppy.

4. How to Make your New Puppy Feel at Home:

   You should be gentle and quiet with your puppy. By making your puppy's crate a friendly environment, you will assist your puppy in making the transition to its new home.