Alaskan Husky

Alaskan Husky

The Alaskan Husky is often misidentified as an official dog breed, though there is technically no ideal physique or genetic profile. The world's most selective aficionados of Alaskan Huskies—dogsled racers—judge the dogs by very specific criteria, none of which involve appearance or bloodlines: speed, strength and endurance. That said, many Alaskans do share a typical set of traits, including pale blue eyes, pointed ears, medium or short fur, a restless nature and a loud, disruptive howl. These commonalities are a result of common ancestry: most Alaskans are descended from indigenous North American dogs domesticated by Native Americans, as well as Siberian Huskies and wolves. European breeds, such as Greyhounds and Foxhounds, have also been mixed in, in order to add speed and stamina.

Fast Facts

Not an official breed, can vary in appearance and genetics
Most share certain characteristics
Alaskan Huskies are typically used in the Iditarod Dog Sled Race
Miniature Huskies are called Alaskan Klee Kai

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Wikipedia: Alaskan Husky
Cabela's Iditarod 2007: Description and Origin of the Alaskan Husky
Alaskan Husky Behavior: Behavior Tips and Advice for Training your Alaskan Husky as a Pet Dog
Real Dogs Wear Booties: Anatomy of a Husky
About.com: Alaskan Husky
Dogster: Alaskan Husky Dog Breeds
Pictures of Pets: Alaskan Huskies

Alaskan Husky Photos and Videos

Hicker Photo: Alaskan Huskies
Google Image Search: Alaskan Husky
Alaskan Husky Behavior: Alaskan Husky Pictures
Dog Breed Info Center: Alaskan Husky Pictures
Flickr: Photos of Alaskan Husky
Pictures of Pets: Alaskan Huskies

Alaskan Husky Background and Characteristics

Nature: Making of a Sled Dog
Alaskan Husky Behavior: The Sled Dog Breed Fact Page
Rescue Point: Breed Information
Dogomania: Alaskan Husky

Alaskan Husky Rescue and Adoption

Everything Husky: Rescue Contacts
Northern California Sled Dog Rescue: Nordic Breed Rescue Links
Winter Paws: Arctic Breed Rescu of Australia
Pet Finder: Search for Available Rescue Huskies
Adopt a Husky of Dallas: Adopt a Husky

Alaskan Husky Care and Special Needs

Wilderness Trail Outfitters: Training, Feeding, and Health for Your Working Alaskan Husky
Alaskan Husky Behavior: Dog Training Tips For Your Husky
Buzzle: The Facts Every Owner Of This Dog Breed Should Know
Alaskan Husky Behavior: Alaskan Husky Training Tips and Information

Alaskan Husky Health

Wilderness Trail Outfitters: Alaskan Husky Health Tips
Mushing.com: Sled Dog Health: Pancreatitis
Cornell University: Winterize Rover for Cold-Weather Fitness

Alaskan Husky Blogs and Articles

Nature: Balto
Alaskan Husky Behavior: Husky Forum
Newhouse News Service: If You Think Alaska Has Gone To The Dogs, You May Be Right
Alaskan Husky Behavior: Husky Blog

Alaskan Husky History and Trivia

Ride the Wilderness: What is an Alaskan Husky? - Breed History
Iditarod: The Official Site of the Iditarod
National Sled Dog Sports Center: Brief History of Sled Dogs

Alaskan Husky Related Merchandise

Iditarod Store: Iditarod Gifts and Apparel
Dogs by Dezign: Alaskan Husky Dog Breed Gifts
PetEdge: Dog Products

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