Alaskan Husky

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Alaskan Huskies are calmer than their cousins the Siberian Husky and Alaskan Malamute. They are friendly with their families and curious about strangers. This Northern dog does not make a good watchdog because he rarely barks and is more likely to sniff a stranger than attack him. Alaskan Huskies are actually very gentle creatures and are good with slightly older children but the family cat may have to take up different living quarters in the house as they tend to be overly curious about small animals.

Owning an Alaskan Husky means having a companion who is lively, yet also subdued at times, playful, intelligent and easygoing. He is also often stubborn and willful as well as mischievous. Alaskan Huskies work well in in families but can also do well in a single person's home. They do best with a yard and enough space in the home as they are active inside, too.

Alaskan Huskies are pack animals so, though not necessary, owning other dogs will make them feel at home. If he is the only dog in a home, dog parks and other doggy activities will give him social time. It is also imperative that a human pack leader be established as these huskies can be stubborn and attempt to rule the roost. Alaskan Huskies actually have greater endurance in sled racing than the Siberian Husky or Alaskan Malamute. They need a lot of exercise which is not only important to their health but also to their demeanor. A bored Alaskan Husky is likely to be very destructive, chewing couches and pulling up rugs.

This breed loves to roam so adequate fencing and religious use of a leash is imperative. They are also known escape artists which means a very tall fence, blocks around the bottom of the fence to prevent digging and keeping a close eye on this Houdini.