ADDITIONAL SIBERIAN HUSKY PICTURES
Family:
Breed Group: Northern, AKC Working
Origin: Russia
Date of Origin: Ancient
Originally used for: Sled dog, herding reindeer
Used today: Companion
Other Name(s): Chukcha, Chuksha, Keshia
History of the Breed:
The Siberian Husky is an ancient breed from Northern Siberia bred by the Chukchi tribe as a sled dog. The Chukchi had to travel incredible
distances in order to survive and relied on these dogs to pull sleds over long distances in harsh environments.
The Chukchi people were so isolated that it was not until the late 19th Century that fur trading and the gold
rush made these dogs popular. It is at this time that the breed became known as the Siberian Husky.
In the early 20th century the Siberian Husky was made famous by sled racing. These dogs were again made famous when they were used
to save the township of Nome, Alaska from diphtheria by traveling 658 miles in a serum relay race.
The Siberian Husky was registered by the AKC in 1930.
General Appearance: A medium-sized working dog. The skull is somewhat rounded on top and tapers from the widest point to the eyes
with a well-defined stop. The medium length and medium width muzzle tapers gradually to the nose. The almond shaped eyes are moderately
spaced and are either blue or brown. The medium sized ears are set high on the head and triangular in shape. The ears are thick and erect
with slightly rounded tips that point straight up. The body has a deep strong chest reaching to the elbows with well sprung ribs. The back
is straight and strong of medium length. The tail is carried over the back in a sickle curve when the dog is at attention. Hair on the fox
like tail is of medium length and resembles a round brush. The dog is covered with a smooth and straight coat
Height & Weight:
Height 20 - 23.5 inches
Weight 30 - 60 pounds
Coat: A double coat, with the under-coat being soft and dense and the outer-coat being straight and smooth.
Color: All colors from black to pure white are acceptable.
Grooming needs: Low
Temperament of Breed: Very friendly disposition, great with people and other dogs
Friendly with children: Yes
Friendly with other dogs: Yes
Suitability as a watchdog: Poor, this breed is too friendly
Exercise Level: Medium to high
Health Issues with the Breed:
Major: Cataracts, glaucoma, corneal dystrophy, hypothyroidism, progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Minor: Allergies
Life Expectancy: 11 - 15
2006 AKC Ranking: 25
First Registered by the AKC: 1930
Registries: CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR
ACR -American Canine Registry
AKC -American Kennel Club
ANKC -Australian National Kennel Club
APRI -American Pet Registry Inc.
CKC -Continental Kennel Club
CKC -Canadian Kennel Club
FCI -Fédération Cynologique Internationale
KCGB -Kennel Club of Great Britain
NKC -National Kennel Club
NZKC -New Zealand Kennel Club
UKC -United Kennel Club
Breed Organizations & Associations:
Siberian Husky Club of America, Inc.
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