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Name	Rat Terrier	Siberian Husky	Alaskan Husky
Origins	United States	Russia	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Sled Dogs	Sled Dogs
Popularity Rank	97	12	495
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Decker Giant Rat Rattie Ratting Terrier American Rat Terrier	Chuksha Husky Icee Sibe Chukcha	Husky
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Rat Terrier or Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky? Which is the smallest dog, Rat Terrier or Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky?	Small	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Rat Terrier or Siberian Husky or Siberian Husky? Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky weight comparison:	Standard: 12-35 pounds (5.5-16 kg)	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)	Male: 40-60 pounds (18-27 kg), Female: 35-48 pounds (16-22 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Standard: 23.5 pounds (5.10.5 kg)	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rat Terrier or Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky? Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky height comparison:	Standard: 14-23 inches (35.5-58.5 cm)	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)	20-24 inches (51-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Standard: 18.5 inches (35.5-58.5 cm)	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)	22 inches (56 cm)

Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Rat Terrier or Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky? Which is more expensive?	$300-$500	$700-$1200	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Rat Terrier or Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky?	Very frequent: The Rat Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Siberian Husky is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky intelligence:	Smart: The Rat Terrier dogs have great intelligence. 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.
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Trainability Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky trainability comparison.	Rat Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs are hard to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rat Terrier or Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky?	Rat Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Rat Terrier or Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Rat Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rat Terrier or Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky? Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Alert Affectionate Lively Inquisitive	Alert Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Gentle	Agile Energetic Protective Alert Powerful Sensitive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Alaskan Husky dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky?	High: Rat Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Siberian Husky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Alaskan Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky social needs comparison:	Rat Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Rat Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Alaskan 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?	Rat Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. 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.	Alaskan Husky dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky playfulness comparison:	Average: Rat Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Siberian Husky is a playful breed. See more.	The Alaskan Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky?	Average: The Rat Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Siberian Husky barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Alaskan Husky is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Rat Terrier or Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky?	Very house-friendly dog the Rat Terrier breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Siberian Husky breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Husky breed.
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Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Rat Terrier 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.	Alaskan Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Rat Terrier or Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky?	Rat Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	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.

Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Rat Terrier or Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Rat Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Siberian Husky bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alaskan Husky 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:	Low 🔽 The Rat Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Siberian Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky mouthiness comparison:	Rat Terrier dogs have a lower 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.	Alaskan Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky?	The Rat Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Siberian Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Alaskan Huskys tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Eye Problems Heart Problems	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Corneal Dystrophy	Hyperthyroidism Laryngeal Paresis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Rat Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Siberian Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Alaskan Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky lifespan comparison. How long do Rat Terrier, Siberian Husky and Alaskan Husky breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-18 years The average lifespan of Rat Terrier: 16 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Siberian Husky: 13 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Husky: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. 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 cold weather The Alaskan Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rat Terrier or Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky?	No data available	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Rat Terrier has an 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 Alaskan Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky coat comparison:	Dense Shiny	Fluffy	Dense
Colors What are the original Rat Terrier, Siberian Husky and Alaskan Husky color?	Black Tan Blue White Brown Tricolor	Black Gray Red White Sable Agouti	Black Gray White Blonde Orange
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Rat Terrier or Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky? Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Rat Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Siberian Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Rat Terrier or Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky? Rat Terrier or Siberian Husky or {name3 shedding:	Rat Terrier dogs shed above average. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs shed above average. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Rat Terrier or Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky?	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 Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky?	Medium ⏺ The Rat Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Siberian Husky has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Rat Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Siberian Husky is an average drooler. See more.	The Alaskan Husky is an average drooler. See more.

Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rat Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Siberian Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Alaskan Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rat Terrier or Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky? Which dog is more friendly?	Rat Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Alaskan Husky dogs are very 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 Rat Terrier or Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky?	Rat Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rat Terrier or Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky?	Rat Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rat Terrier or Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky?	Rat Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky?	Yes Rat Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Siberian Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Alaskan Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Rat Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Siberian Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Alaskan Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Rat Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Siberian Huskys are usually recommended for elderly people.	Alaskan Huskys are commonly okay with elderly people.

Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky 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: Rat Terrier or Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky? 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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky?	Not really Rat Terrier 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 Alaskan Husky 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.

Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky 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 Rat Terrier and Siberian Husky and Alaskan Husky have?	5-7 puppies	4-8 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Rat Terrier vs Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2013 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	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	Dog Registry of America Inc.

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