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Name	Alaskan Husky	Siberian Husky	Shiba Inu
Origins	United States	Russia	Japan
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Group	Sled Dogs	Sled Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Husky	Chuksha Husky Icee Sibe Chukcha	Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Alaskan Husky or Siberian Husky or Shiba Inu? Which is the smallest dog, Alaskan Husky or Siberian Husky or Shiba Inu?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Alaskan Husky or Siberian Husky or Siberian Husky? Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu weight comparison:	Male: 40-60 pounds (18-27 kg), Female: 35-48 pounds (16-22 kg)	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)	Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Alaskan Husky or Siberian Husky or Shiba Inu? Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu height comparison:	20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Alaskan Husky or Siberian Husky or Shiba Inu? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1500	$700-$1200	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Alaskan Husky or Siberian Husky or Shiba Inu?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Siberian Husky is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.

Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs are hard to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Alaskan Husky or Siberian Husky or Shiba Inu?	Alaskan Husky dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Alaskan Husky or Siberian Husky or Shiba Inu? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Alaskan Husky dogs are average defenders. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Alaskan Husky or Siberian Husky or Shiba Inu? Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu behavior/temperament comparison:	Agile Energetic Protective Alert Powerful Sensitive	Alert Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Gentle	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming
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.	Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu?	Average to High: Alaskan Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Siberian Husky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu social needs comparison:	Alaskan Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Shiba Inu 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.	Siberian Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home. 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.	Siberian Husky dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu playfulness comparison:	The Alaskan Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Siberian Husky is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu?	Average to High: The Alaskan Husky is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Siberian Husky barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Alaskan Husky or Siberian Husky or Shiba Inu?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Husky breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Siberian Husky breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Alaskan Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Siberian Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Alaskan Husky or Siberian Husky or Shiba Inu?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Alaskan Husky or Siberian Husky or Shiba Inu?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alaskan Husky bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Siberian Husky bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Moderate ⏺ The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Siberian Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu mouthiness comparison:	Alaskan Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu health comparison. Which is the healthier: Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu?	Alaskan Huskys tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Siberian Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu health problems comparison:	Hyperthyroidism Laryngeal Paresis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Corneal Dystrophy	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax
Veterinarian Visits 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 Siberian Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu lifespan comparison. How long do Alaskan Husky, Siberian Husky and Shiba Inu breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Husky: 12 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Siberian Husky: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu?	Prefers cold weather The Alaskan Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Siberian 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 Shiba Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Alaskan Husky or Siberian Husky or Shiba Inu? Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu energy level comparison:	Alaskan Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Alaskan Husky or Siberian Husky or Shiba Inu? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Alaskan Husky dogs need a lot of exercises.	Siberian Husky dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Alaskan Husky or Siberian Husky or Shiba Inu?	Alaskan Husky dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Siberian Husky dogs don't need too much sleep.	Shiba Inu dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Alaskan Husky or Siberian Husky or Shiba Inu?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Alaskan Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Siberian Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu coat comparison:	Dense	Fluffy	Dense
Colors What are the original Alaskan Husky, Siberian Husky and Shiba Inu color?	Black Gray White Blonde Orange	Black Gray Red White Sable Agouti	Black Tan Red Cream Sesame
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Alaskan Husky or Siberian Husky or Shiba Inu? Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu grooming comparison:	Average: The Alaskan Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Siberian Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Alaskan Husky or Siberian Husky or Shiba Inu? Alaskan Husky or Siberian Husky or {name3 shedding:	Alaskan Husky dogs shed moderately. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs shed above average. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Alaskan Husky or Siberian Husky or Shiba Inu?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu?	Medium ⏺ The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Siberian Husky has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Alaskan Husky is an average drooler. See more.	The Siberian Husky is an average drooler. See more.	The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Alaskan Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Siberian Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Alaskan Husky or Siberian Husky or Shiba Inu? Which dog is more friendly?	Alaskan Husky dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Alaskan Husky or Siberian Husky or Shiba Inu?	Alaskan Husky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Siberian Husky dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Alaskan Husky or Siberian Husky or Shiba Inu?	Alaskan Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Alaskan Husky or Siberian Husky or Shiba Inu?	Alaskan Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu?	No Alaskan Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Siberian Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Alaskan Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Siberian Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shiba Inu 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.	Siberian Huskys are usually recommended for elderly people.	Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people.

Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Alaskan Husky or Siberian Husky or Shiba Inu? Which is better for autism?	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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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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 and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be 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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu?	Not really Alaskan Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Siberian Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Alaskan Husky and Siberian Husky and Shiba Inu have?	4-10 puppies	4-8 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky vs Shiba Inu Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc.	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club

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