Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika Comparison – Which dog is better Chukcha or Zapadno-Sibirskaïa Laïka?

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Name	Siberian Husky	West Siberian Laika
Origins	Russia	Russia
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Group	Sled Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chukcha, Chuksha, Husky, Icee, Sibe	Zapadno-Sibirskaïa Laïka
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred
AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	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?	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.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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
Price Which is cheaper Siberian Husky or West Siberian Laika? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Siberian Husky and West Siberian Laika?	$700-$1200	$600-$800

Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika General Appearance & Basic Info Comparison

Size Which is bigger Siberian Husky or West Siberian Laika? Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika size comparison:	Medium	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier Siberian Husky or West Siberian Laika? Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika weight comparison:	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)	Male: 35-50 pounds (16-23 kg), Female: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)
Avg. Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)	Male: 42.5 pounds (19.5 kg), Female: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)
Height Which is taller Siberian Husky or West Siberian Laika? Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika height comparison:	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Avg. Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika Hair & Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika coat comparison:	Fluffy	Soft
Colors What are the original Siberian Husky and West Siberian Laika color? Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika color comparison:	Agouti White Gray Sable Red Black	Sable White Gray Salt Pepper Black
Grooming Which is easy to maintain Siberian Husky or West Siberian Laika? Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika grooming comparison:	Average: The Siberian Husky requires average grooming effort.	Average: The West Siberian Laika requires average grooming effort.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Siberian Husky or West Siberian Laika? Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika shedding:	Siberian Huskys shed above average.	West Siberian Laikas shed moderately.

Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika Characteristics Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog Siberian Husky or West Siberian Laika? Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Gentle Outgoing Friendly Intelligent	Aggressive Lively Territorial Balanced Protective
Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Siberian Husky or West Siberian Laika smarter? Which is best? Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika intelligence:	Átlagos: Átlagos intelligenciájú Siberian Husky.	Átlagos: Átlagos intelligenciájú West Siberian Laika.
Trainability Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika trainability comparison. What's the difference between Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika?	Siberian Huskys are hard to train.	West Siberian Laikas are easy to train.
Playfulness Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika playfulness comparison:	The Siberian Husky is a playful breed.	West Siberian Laikas, like any other dog breed, like playing.
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.	West Siberian Laikas don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household and frequent guest visits.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika?	Siberian Huskys are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.	West Siberian Laikas are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
Social Needs Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika social needs comparison:	Siberian Huskys need for social interaction is average.	West Siberian Laikas need a lot of social interaction.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika?	Average: The Siberian Husky barks occasionally.	Low to Average: The West Siberian Laika rarely barks.
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Siberian Husky or West Siberian Laika?	Siberian Huskys are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.	West Siberian Laikas are good watchdogs.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Siberian Huskys can't provide protection for their territory.	West Siberian Laikas are extremely protective guard dogs.
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low The Siberian Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low The West Siberian Laika has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika mouthiness comparison:	Siberian Huskys have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	West Siberian Laikas have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika?	Siberian Huskys have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.	West Siberian Laikas have average wanderlust potential.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika? Which can be better for hunting?	Siberian Huskys 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.	West Siberian Laikas 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.
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Siberian Husky or West Siberian Laika?	Nem ajánlott lakásban tartani Siberian Husky kutyafajtát.	Nem ajánlott lakásban tartani West Siberian Laika kutyafajtát.
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Siberian Huskys adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	West Siberian Laikas adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Siberian Husky or West Siberian Laika?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	West Siberian Laikas tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Fighting Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Siberian Husky or West Siberian Laika? Which dog is more friendly?	Siberian Huskys are average friendly towards strangers.	West Siberian Laikas are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Siberian Husky or West Siberian Laika?	Siberian Huskys are kid-friendly dogs.	West Siberian Laikas are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Siberian Husky or West Siberian Laika?	Siberian Huskys are not cat-friendly dogs.	West Siberian Laikas are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Siberian Husky or West Siberian Laika?	Siberian Huskys are very dog-friendly dogs.	West Siberian Laikas are average friendly towards other dogs.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Siberian Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No West Siberian Laika 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.	West Siberian Laikas are usually recommended for elderly people.
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Siberian Huskys do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	West Siberian Laikas are generally with other pets.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika?	No Siberian Huskys are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No West Siberian Laikas are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Siberian Husky or West Siberian Laika? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.
Boat Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika?	Not really Siberian Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really West Siberian Laika breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.

Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika Health Factors Comparison

Health Issues Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika health comparison. Which is the healthier: Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika?	The Siberian Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	West Siberian Laikas tend to have more and frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika health problems comparison:	Cataracts Corneal Dystrophy Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	No data available
Life Expectancy Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika lifespan comparison. How long do Siberian Husky and West Siberian Laika breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years	14-16 years
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Hypoallergenic Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No	No
Energy Level Who has more energy a Siberian Husky or West Siberian Laika? Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika energy level comparison:	Siberian Huskys are high energy dogs.	West Siberian Laikas have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Siberian Husky or West Siberian Laika? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Siberian Huskys need quite a lot of exercise.	West Siberian Laikas have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Siberian Husky or West Siberian Laika?	Siberian Huskys don't need too much sleep.	West Siberian Laikas sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed.
Avg. daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Siberian Husky or West Siberian Laika? Does the Siberian Husky breed eat more than the West Siberian Laika breed?	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average.	Average.
Weather & Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika?	Prefers cold weather The Siberian Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.	Prefers cold weather The West Siberian Laika can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best Siberian Husky or West Siberian Laika?	Low The Siberian Husky has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium The West Siberian Laika has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika?	The Siberian Husky is an average drooler.	The West Siberian Laika is an average drooler.

Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days	60-64 days
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.
Litter Size How many puppies can Siberian Husky and West Siberian Laika have? Siberian Husky vs West Siberian Laika litter size comparison:	4-8 puppies	6-10 puppies
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