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Name	Alaskan Husky	Labrador Husky	Mackenzie River Husky
Origins	United States	Canada	United States Canada
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky breeds.	Husky	Husky-Lab	River Husky
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky? Compare their breeding categories.	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Husky vs Mackenzie River Husky Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large	Large Giant
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 40-60 pounds (18-27 kg), Female: 35-48 pounds (16-22 kg)	60-100 pounds (27-45 kg)	63-104 pounds (29-47 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)	80 pounds (36 kg)	83.5 pounds (38 kg)
Height Which is taller, Alaskan Husky or Labrador Husky or Mackenzie River Husky? Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Husky vs Mackenzie River Husky height comparison:	20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	20-28 inches (51-71 cm)	26-29 inches (66-74 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	22 inches (56 cm)	24 inches (61 cm)	27.5 inches (70 cm)

Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Husky vs Mackenzie River Husky Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1000-$1500	$400-$800	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Alaskan Husky or Labrador Husky or Mackenzie River Husky?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Average: The Labrador Husky is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Mackenzie River Husky is a commonly available dog breed.

Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Husky vs Mackenzie River Husky Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Labrador Husky dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Mackenzie River Husky dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which is easiest to train?	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Mackenzie River Husky dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which breed is most alert?	Alaskan Husky dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Mackenzie River Husky dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which breed is most protective?	Alaskan Husky dogs are average defenders. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Mackenzie River Husky dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Husky vs Mackenzie River Husky Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky? Compare temperaments.	Agile Energetic Protective Alert Powerful Sensitive	Intelligent Friendly Quiet Good natured	Independent Intelligent Dominant Eager Trustworthy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Alaskan Husky dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Mackenzie River Husky dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Husky vs Mackenzie River Husky?	Average to High: Alaskan Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Labrador Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Mackenzie River Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Husky vs Mackenzie River Husky social needs comparison:	Alaskan Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs are a social breed. See more.	Mackenzie River Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Alaskan Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Mackenzie River Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Alaskan Husky dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Mackenzie River Husky dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Husky vs Mackenzie River Husky Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which breed is most vocal?	Average to High: The Alaskan Husky is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Labrador Husky rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Mackenzie River Husky barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which breed is most playful?	The Alaskan Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Labrador Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Mackenzie River Husky is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Husky breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Labrador Husky breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Mackenzie River Husky breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Husky vs Mackenzie River Husky Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which breed is most flexible?	Alaskan Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Labrador Husky dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Mackenzie River Husky dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Alaskan Husky or Labrador Husky or Mackenzie River Husky?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Labrador Husky dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Husky vs Mackenzie River Husky Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which has lowest bite risk?	Moderate ⏺ The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Labrador Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Mackenzie River Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which uses mouth most during play?	Alaskan Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Mackenzie River Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alaskan Husky bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Husky bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Mackenzie River Husky bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Husky vs Mackenzie River Husky Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which breed lives longest?	9-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Husky: 12 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Labrador Husky: 12 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Mackenzie River Husky: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers cold weather The Alaskan Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Labrador Husky can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Mackenzie River Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which has fewer health issues?	Alaskan Huskys tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Labrador Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Mackenzie River Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Alaskan Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Labrador Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Mackenzie River Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Husky vs Mackenzie River Husky? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Husky vs Mackenzie River Husky health problems comparison:	Hyperthyroidism Laryngeal Paresis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	No data available	No data available

Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Husky vs Mackenzie River Husky Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which breed is most active?	Alaskan Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.	Labrador Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.	Mackenzie River Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Husky vs Mackenzie River Husky exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Alaskan Husky or Labrador Husky or Mackenzie River Husky? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Alaskan Husky dogs need a lot of exercises.	Labrador Husky dogs need a lot of exercises.	Mackenzie River Husky dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Alaskan Husky or Labrador Husky or Mackenzie River Husky?	Alaskan Husky dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Labrador Husky dogs don't need too much sleep.	Mackenzie River Husky dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Husky vs Mackenzie River Husky Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which is most prone to obesity?	Low to Average: The Alaskan Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Labrador Husky has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Mackenzie River Husky has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which needs most food?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Husky vs Mackenzie River Husky Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. What colors are available?	Black Gray White Blonde Orange	Solid Black Solid White Black & White & Red Black & White & Grey	Black & White Black & White & Grey
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Alaskan Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Labrador Husky requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Mackenzie River Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which drools least?	The Alaskan Husky is an average drooler. See more.	The Labrador Husky is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Mackenzie River Husky is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Labrador Husky has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Mackenzie River Husky has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense	Thick Double	Thick Straight
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which requires most frequent baths?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Alaskan Husky or Labrador Husky or Mackenzie River Husky? Alaskan Husky or Labrador Husky or {name3 shedding:	Alaskan Husky dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs shed moderately. See more.	Mackenzie River Husky dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Husky vs Mackenzie River Husky Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which is best with kids?	Alaskan Husky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Labrador Husky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Mackenzie River Husky dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Alaskan Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Labrador Husky dogs are generally with other pets.	Mackenzie River Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Alaskan Husky or Labrador Husky or Mackenzie River Husky? Which dog is more friendly?	Alaskan Husky dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Labrador Husky dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Mackenzie River Husky dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Alaskan Husky or Labrador Husky or Mackenzie River Husky?	Alaskan Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Labrador Husky dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Mackenzie River Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Alaskan Husky or Labrador Husky or Mackenzie River Husky?	Alaskan Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Labrador Husky dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Mackenzie River Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Husky vs Mackenzie River Husky?	No Alaskan Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Labrador Husky dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Mackenzie River Husky dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Alaskan Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Labrador Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Mackenzie River Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Alaskan Huskys are commonly okay with elderly people.	Labrador Huskys are commonly okay with elderly people.	Mackenzie River Huskys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Husky vs Mackenzie River Husky As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which has best nose work ability?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which is best for SAR work?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Alaskan Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Labrador Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Mackenzie River Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which is best for draft work?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which has most military use?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Husky vs Mackenzie River Husky Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which has most puppies?	4-10 puppies	4-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Husky vs Mackenzie River Husky Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Alaskan Husky, Labrador Husky, and Mackenzie River Husky. Which has most recognition?	Dog Registry of America Inc.	Dog Registry of America Inc.	No data available

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