The Siberian Husky is a medium-sized working sled dog breed. The breed belongs to the Spitz genetic family. It is recognizable by its thickly furred double coat, erect triangular ears, and distinctive markings, and is smaller than the similar-looking Alaskan Malamute.
What 2 breeds make a Husky?
The husky contains the bloodlines of two other ancient breeds native to Siberia: the laika and a type of spitz.
How was the husky dog breed created?
The Siberian husky originated in Northeast Asia, where the Chukchi people developed the breed specifically for use as a sled dog. Genetically, they are part of the Spitz family. During the early 20th century, Alaskans grew interested in the breed and the Siberian husky was brought to the United States.
How do you know if your dog is a husky?
The Siberian husky has erect ears and eyes of brown to blue or maybe even one of each color. The neck is carried straight and the topline is level. The well-furred tail is carried up in a sickle or sometimes straight out behind. Siberian huskies have a very dense, plush coat with plenty of undercoat.
Are Huskies a dog or a wolf?
It's thought that all dogs have wolf ancestry, but Huskies are no more related to wolves than other dogs. This may come as a shock because of their striking resemblance, but Huskies are part of the Spitz family—which is a working group breed.
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