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Name	Wire Fox Terrier	Labrador Husky	Alaskan Husky
Origins	England	Canada	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Sled Dogs	Sled Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Foxie Wire Hair Fox Terrier Wirehaired Terrier Wire Fox Terrier	Husky-Lab	Husky
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Wire Fox Terrier or Labrador Husky or Alaskan Husky? Which is the smallest dog, Wire Fox Terrier or Labrador Husky or Alaskan Husky?	Small	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Wire Fox Terrier or Labrador Husky or Labrador Husky? Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky weight comparison:	Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg)	60-100 pounds (27-45 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?	Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)	80 pounds (36 kg)	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Wire Fox Terrier or Labrador Husky or Alaskan Husky? Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	20-28 inches (51-71 cm)	20-24 inches (51-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	24 inches (61 cm)	22 inches (56 cm)

Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Wire Fox Terrier or Labrador Husky or Alaskan Husky? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$400-$800	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Wire Fox Terrier or Labrador Husky or Alaskan Husky?	Very frequent: The Wire Fox Terrier is quite easy to get.	Average: The Labrador Husky is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky intelligence:	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.	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 Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky trainability comparison.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs are very easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Wire Fox Terrier or Labrador Husky or Alaskan Husky?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Wire Fox Terrier or Labrador Husky or Alaskan Husky? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Wire Fox Terrier or Labrador Husky or Alaskan Husky? Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Intelligent Friendly Quick Bold Fearless Keen	Intelligent Friendly Quiet Good natured	Agile Energetic Protective Alert Powerful Sensitive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky?	High: Wire Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Labrador Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Alaskan Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky social needs comparison:	Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs are a social breed. 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?	Wire Fox Terrier 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.	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?	Wire Fox Terrier 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.	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

Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky playfulness comparison:	The Wire Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Labrador Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Alaskan Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky?	A lot: Wire Fox Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Labrador Husky rarely barks. 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 Wire Fox Terrier or Labrador Husky or Alaskan Husky?	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 Wire Fox Terrier indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Labrador Husky breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Husky breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Wire Fox Terrier or Labrador Husky or Alaskan Husky?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Wire Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador 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 Wire Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Labrador 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? Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky mouthiness comparison:	Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs have an 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.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky health comparison. Which is the healthier: Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky?	The Wire Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Labrador 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: Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky health problems comparison:	Legg-perthes Disease Eye Problems Epilepsy Deafness Arthritis	No data available	Hyperthyroidism Laryngeal Paresis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Wire Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Labrador 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 Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky lifespan comparison. How long do Wire Fox Terrier, Labrador Husky and Alaskan Husky breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Wire Fox Terrier: 13 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Labrador Husky: 12 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: Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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 Alaskan Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Wire Fox Terrier or Labrador Husky or Alaskan Husky? Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky energy level comparison:	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Labrador 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 Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Wire Fox Terrier or Labrador Husky or Alaskan Husky? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.	Labrador Husky dogs need a lot of exercises.	Alaskan Husky dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Wire Fox Terrier or Labrador Husky or Alaskan Husky?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Labrador 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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Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Wire Fox Terrier or Labrador Husky or Alaskan Husky?	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 7 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? Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Wire Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Labrador Husky has an 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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Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky coat comparison:	Wiry	Thick Double	Dense
Colors What are the original Wire Fox Terrier, Labrador Husky and Alaskan Husky color?	White White & Black White & Tan White & Black & Tan White & Tan & Black	Solid Black Solid White Black & White & Red Black & White & Grey	Black Gray White Blonde Orange
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Wire Fox Terrier or Labrador Husky or Alaskan Husky? Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky grooming comparison:	Average: The Wire Fox Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Labrador Husky requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Wire Fox Terrier or Labrador Husky or Alaskan Husky? Wire Fox Terrier or Labrador Husky or {name3 shedding:	Wire Fox Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs shed moderately. 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: Wire Fox Terrier or Labrador Husky or Alaskan Husky?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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 Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes 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, Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky?	Medium ⏺ The Wire Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Labrador Husky has an average 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 Wire Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labrador Husky is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Alaskan Husky is an average drooler. See more.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Labrador Husky dogs are generally with other pets.	Alaskan Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Wire Fox Terrier or Labrador Husky or Alaskan Husky? Which dog is more friendly?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Labrador Husky dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	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 Wire Fox Terrier or Labrador Husky or Alaskan Husky?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Labrador Husky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Wire Fox Terrier or Labrador Husky or Alaskan Husky?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Labrador Husky dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Alaskan Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Wire Fox Terrier or Labrador Husky or Alaskan Husky?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Labrador Husky dogs are 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: Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky?	Yes Wire Fox Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Labrador Husky dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going 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 Wire Fox Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Labrador 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?	Wire Fox Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Labrador Huskys are commonly okay with elderly people.	Alaskan Huskys are commonly okay with elderly people.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador 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: Wire Fox Terrier or Labrador 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?	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: Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky?	Not really Wire Fox Terrier 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 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.	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.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador 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 Wire Fox Terrier and Labrador Husky and Alaskan Husky have?	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Labrador Husky vs Alaskan Husky Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	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 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 Club Espanol De Terriers	Dog Registry of America Inc.	Dog Registry of America Inc.

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