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Dog Breeds - Alaskan Klee Kai

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The Alaskan Klee Kai, also known as the miniature husky, was developed in Alaska in the 1970’s by Linda Spurlin after an Alaskan husky mated with a small dog. The word “Klee Kai” is a word that means “Small Dog” from the Alaskan Athabaskan language. The breed is a mixture of a Siberian/Alaskan Huskies and an American Eskimo or Schipperke. The result of this mix is a high energy, smart, small dog suitable for apartment living with a beautiful, northern look to it.

Alaskan Klee Kai Breed Information

Coat

Double coat, the undercoat is soft and dense and the guard hairs on the outer coat are of medium softness

Color(s)

Any canine color is acceptable but they always have a distinctive contrasting facial mask, and symmetrical markings

Size

Standard: 15-18 inches
Miniature: 13-15 inches
Toy: under 13 inches

Exercise:

Need regular, moderate excercise

Temperament

High energy, friendly

Average Lifespan

Unknown since the breed is new

Common Health Problems

Unknown since the breed is new

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