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Siberian Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Klee Kai Comparison - Dog breed selector: Chuksha or Vostotchno-Sibirskaia Laika or Klee Kai? Find the right dog for you

"Find similarities and differences between Siberian Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Klee Kai" Compare Siberian Husky and East Siberian Laika. Which is better: Siberian Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Klee Kai?
 
 
 
Name Siberian Husky East Siberian Laika Alaskan Klee Kai
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai breeds.
Chuksha
Husky
Icee
Sibe
Chukcha
Vostotchno-Sibirskaia Laika Klee Kai
Mini Husky
Miniature Alaskan Husky
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Siberian Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Klee Kai Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Large Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg) 45-55 pounds (20-24 kg) 10-23 pounds (4.3-10 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg) 50 pounds (22 kg) 16.5 pounds (4.6.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Siberian Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Klee Kai? Siberian Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Klee Kai height comparison:
Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm) Male: 22–26 inches (55–66 cm), Female: 20–24 inches (51–60 cm) 13-17.5 inches (33-42 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm) Male: 22–26 inches (55–66 cm), Female: 20–24 inches (51–60 cm) 13-17.5 inches (37.5 cm)

Siberian Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Klee Kai Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Find price differences between these breeds.
$700-$1200 $800-$1000 $1000-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Siberian Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Klee Kai?
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.
Average: The Alaskan Klee Kai is a commonly available dog breed.

Siberian Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Klee Kai Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: East Siberian Laika is an excellent dog breed.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which is easiest to train?
Siberian Husky dogs are hard to train.
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East Siberian Laika dogs are very easy to train.
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Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which breed is most alert?
Siberian Husky dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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East Siberian Laika dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which breed is most protective?
Siberian Husky dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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East Siberian Laika dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are average defenders.
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Siberian Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Klee Kai Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai? Compare temperaments.
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Gentle
Protective
Loyal
Outright
Tempered
Aggressive
Fearless
Active
Curious
Agile
Intelligent
Loyal
Territorial
Quick
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: East Siberian Laika dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Siberian Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Klee Kai?
High: Siberian Husky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: East Siberian Laika dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Siberian Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Klee Kai social needs comparison:
Siberian Husky dogs need for social interaction is average.
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East Siberian Laika dogs are a social breed.
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Alaskan Klee Kai dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Siberian Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the East Siberian Laika is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Alaskan Klee Kai is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
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.
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East Siberian Laika dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Alaskan Klee Kai dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Siberian Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Klee Kai Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Siberian Husky barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The East Siberian Laika rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Alaskan Klee Kai rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which breed is most playful?
The Siberian Husky is a playful breed.
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The East Siberian Laika is a highly playful breed.
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The Alaskan Klee Kai is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Siberian Husky breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the East Siberian Laika breed.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Alaskan Klee Kai indoors.

Siberian Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Klee Kai Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which breed is most flexible?
Siberian Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
East Siberian Laika dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Siberian Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Klee Kai?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
East Siberian Laika 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.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Siberian Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Klee Kai Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Siberian Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The East Siberian Laika has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Alaskan Klee Kai has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which uses mouth most during play?
Siberian Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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East Siberian Laika dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Alaskan Klee Kai dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Siberian Husky bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

East Siberian Laika bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Alaskan Klee Kai bite force: Ordinary.

Siberian Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Klee Kai Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Siberian Husky: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of East Siberian Laika: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Alaskan Klee Kai: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers cold weather
The Siberian Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The East Siberian Laika can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Alaskan Klee Kai can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which has fewer health issues?
The Siberian Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
Alaskan Klee Kais tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Siberian Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The East Siberian Laika should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Alaskan Klee Kai should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Siberian Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Klee Kai? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Siberian Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Klee Kai health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Corneal Dystrophy
No data available Hypothyroidism
Autoimmune Hypothyroidism
Factor Vii Deficiency
Vaccination Sensitivity

Siberian Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Klee Kai Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which breed is most active?
Siberian Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.
East Siberian Laika dogs are high-energy dogs.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Siberian Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Klee Kai exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Siberian Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Klee Kai? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Siberian Husky dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
East Siberian Laika dogs need a lot of exercises.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Siberian Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Klee Kai?
Siberian Husky dogs don't need too much sleep.
East Siberian Laika dogs don't need too much sleep.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Siberian Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Klee Kai Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Siberian Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The East Siberian Laika has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Alaskan Klee Kai has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which needs most food?
Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 3/4 to 1 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Siberian Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Klee Kai Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
Red
White
Sable
Agouti
Black
White
Brown
Grey
Black
Gray
Red
White
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Siberian Husky requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The East Siberian Laika doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Alaskan Klee Kai doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which drools least?
The Siberian Husky is an average drooler.
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The East Siberian Laika is an average drooler.
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The Alaskan Klee Kai is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which has least natural smell?

Low 🔽

The Siberian Husky has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The East Siberian Laika has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Alaskan Klee Kai has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fluffy Thick
Straight
Double
Harsh
Coarse
Thick
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which requires most frequent baths?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Siberian Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Klee Kai? Siberian Husky or East Siberian Laika or {name3 shedding:
Siberian Husky dogs shed above average.
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East Siberian Laika dogs shed above average.
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Alaskan Klee Kai dogs shed none to minimal.
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Siberian Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Klee Kai Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which is best with kids?
Siberian Husky dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
East Siberian Laika dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Siberian Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
East Siberian Laika dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Siberian Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Klee Kai? Which dog is more friendly?
Siberian Husky dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
East Siberian Laika dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Siberian Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Klee Kai?
Siberian Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
East Siberian Laika dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Siberian Husky or East Siberian Laika or Alaskan Klee Kai?
Siberian Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
East Siberian Laika dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Siberian Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Klee Kai?
No
Siberian Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
East Siberian Laika dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Siberian Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
East Siberian Laika is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Alaskan Klee Kai is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Siberian Huskys are usually recommended for elderly people.
East Siberian Laikas are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Alaskan Klee Kais are usually recommended for elderly people.

Siberian Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Klee Kai As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. 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 Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. 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 Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Siberian Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

East Siberian Laika breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Alaskan Klee Kai breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which has most military use?

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

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.

Siberian Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Klee Kai Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which has most puppies?
4-8 puppies 3-5 puppies 1-3 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Siberian Husky vs East Siberian Laika vs Alaskan Klee Kai Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. How are they classified internationally?
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 Nordic Hunting Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Siberian Husky, East Siberian Laika, and Alaskan Klee Kai. Which has most recognition?
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
No data available American Canine Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Rare Breed Association

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