What breeds of dogs are similar to husky?
In the past few years, huskies have been particularly popular. Lovely, good-looking dogs with good character attract the attention of many breeders. But many, focusing only on the appearance of dogs, often confuse them with representatives of other breeds.
Peculiarities
Huskies are considered one of the most beautiful dogs. They usually have a thick coat and blue or multi-colored eyes. Outwardly, the animal is very similar to a wolf; it is incredibly active and intelligent.
Huskies are fairly small animals. They have a slightly elongated body and a deep chest. The back is very straight, with the back part drooping slightly downward. The tail of the animal is densely covered with fur and is located slightly below the spine. The paws are oval in shape, moreover, they are quite dense and also covered with wool. The ears of the animal are triangular in shape and are also covered with hair. In addition, they are slightly rounded at the edges.
If we talk about the advantages of representatives of this breed, then they are great friends for young children, as well as for adults. They almost never bark, they easily get used to a new place in the event of a move. In addition, they do not emit any unpleasant odors.
However, they are not suitable as guard dogs. In addition, they can destroy everything around, and also escape at the first opportunity. Huskies do not tolerate hot weather quite well, and also do not like being alone. If left alone, they begin to howl.
This breed of dog was bred for sledding. In addition, they are easy to train.However, if done unprofessionally, the Husky can show the worst qualities. So trusting the trainer is best done by professionals.
Varieties of related breeds
Many dogs look like huskies. Some of them are larger, others are smaller. But this does not negate the fact that some are even able to confuse representatives of different breeds.
Siberian husky
It is the representatives of this breed that are most similar to wolves. If at first they were used as sled dogs, today they are more considered pets. However, they are most often kept just as friends, since they are not suitable for the role of guard dogs.
Their color is quite varied. By standards, a husky dog can be red, white or black. Some animals also have a spotted color. In addition, a drawing is possible on the husky's head.
Malamute
Another husky-like dog breed is the Alaskan Malamute. It is a fairly large dog that looks a lot like a wolf. Her real color is gray. They are much more of a husky, quite smart and mobile. However, if they are not educated, then they will feel like masters in the house.
Northern inuit
This breed of dogs was born thanks to the crossing of the German shepherd with the Siberian husky, as well as with the Inuit. The bred animals are quite stubborn, therefore they are not suitable for those dog breeders who cannot cope with restive animals.
Saarloos Wolfdog
By its appearance, such a dog resembles a wolf. However, he serves his master quite faithfully, and also lends itself to training. For example, in Holland such animals are used as guides for the blind. They weigh up to 25 kilograms and grow up to 65 centimeters.
Volchak
Such a dog has a rather strong and independent character, so its owner must necessarily be more domineering. The wolf is also amenable to training, but does not like routine activities. For him, every day you need to add a few games to the lessons. German shepherds, huskies and malamutes were used for crossing.
Wolfdogs
These dogs were bred at the Perm Military Institute. The experiment involved a German shepherd and real wolves. The result is excellent animals that are most often used to guard the Chinese and Mongolian borders with Russia. They have a well-developed instinct, as well as a very quick reaction. In addition, they are in good health.
Such animals are completely unsuitable for home keeping., because for their upbringing, a rather experienced person is needed who can cope with their aggression. However, canine organizations did not recognize wolf dogs as a separate breed.
Utonagan
This type of dog appeared in England. Breeds such as Siberian Husky, German Shepherd, and Malamute were used to breed it. The result is animals very similar to the husky; the only difference is that the dog is fluffy.
Well, unlike the husky, they can be used to guard your home. In addition, they have an excellent appetite, so it is imperative to control their nutrition and make sure that they are not obese.
Mini Kli-Kai
This breed is an exact copy of the husky, but slightly smaller. For crossing used Siberian Husky, Alaskan Malamute, as well as the American Eskimo dog. All experiments were aimed at reducing the growth of the animal.
As a result, quite nimble and funny puppies were born, who love not only to play, but also to take a walk on the street. Kli-kai bark loudly when they are lonely. They treat family members with love and devotion, but they do not trust strangers. These mini-dogs lend themselves well to training, quickly memorize new commands, and also readily execute them.
Their height does not exceed 32 centimeters, and their weight reaches 4 kilograms.
Similarities and differences
It is worth considering these qualities in some similar dog breeds, such as the Husky and Alaskan Malamute. Those who have interacted with both canines will immediately see all the differences.
Differences
First of all, they are distinguished by their manner of movement. So, huskies move quite quickly, but they will not be able to carry heavy loads. In contrast, malamutes are more resilient and also strong. They have very well developed muscles. In addition, they are able to carry large loads (even without a trace of fatigue).
Husky's movements are most of all aimed at speed and beauty of movements. The muzzle of the malamutes looks very friendly, but the huskies look more like a fox, trying to be a little mischievous. However, their main difference is considered to be their eyes: they are blue in huskies, and brown in malamutes.
Similarity
Despite the fact that there are many distinctive features, they still have much more similar features. Each dog breed has a certain value.
So, both breeds are intended for transporting people in cold conditions. Their wool is quite thick, thanks to which they can easily withstand severe frosts. Their color is almost identical. In addition, their height is almost the same, malamutes are only a few centimeters taller.
If we compare huskies with mini klikai, then they are too similar in appearance, only with a slight difference in height. In addition, the nature of small pets is more friendly and domesticated. They can even guard the house. Huskies are only capable of playing with people, and are completely unsuitable for protecting private property.
Which breed should you choose?
For those people who decide to have an animal for themselves, this is a joyful event, because the new pet will not only guard the house, but also meet him from work. In addition, by walking the dog, a person will also strengthen his health.
However, for those who live in an apartment, this can be a problem. If the animal is too playful, then it can, playfully, smash the whole apartment. In addition, some of them may simply not follow the command given to them. The dog must also match the character of its owner. All this must be taken into account when choosing a "friend".
So, Siberian huskies are very beautiful. OHowever, they are more suitable for private houses, because they need either a large aviary or a strong leash, since, running freely around the garden, they will quickly dig it. However, if they are brought up from childhood, they will be obedient and fulfill any command. In addition, they are very good-natured and will be able to make friends not only with small children, but also with other pets that are in the house.
You can also choose an Alaskan clique. Such dogs will be excellent companions for spending time together. But if a person travels a lot on business trips and practically does not live at home, then the dog will simply become sad. Some breeders note their great sociability. Their barking is very similar to human speech. Taking such a handsome man to you, you need to be prepared for the fact that he will bark almost all the time. In addition, mini-huskies have a very friendly demeanor.
However, this breed is quite rare - it will be difficult to find a puppy for yourself. In addition, the standards of this breed are different, because you can find both short-haired and long-haired animals. It will be possible to distinguish them only when they are 8 months old. At this time, distinctive features will appear on their muzzle, but it is impossible to see it before.
Therefore, having made a choice in favor of clicking, it is necessary to take an experienced specialist as an assistant when buying so that scammers cannot cheat. And this can happen, because their price starts from 300 thousand rubles.
For those who decide to purchase a dog for the protection of private property, the Sarloos wolfdog or the wolfdog is suitable. They will not only be able to perfectly guard the house, but also, if the need arises, they will protect their master without hesitation.
To summarize, we can say that there are many breeds that look like huskies. However, all of them are still very different from the dogs that are popular today. However, it is worth noting that, no matter what breed the dog is, its upbringing will completely depend on the person himself. If he treats his pet with love and tenderness, then he will respond in kind, even if from childhood he is distinguished by his love of loneliness and aggression.
You can learn more about choosing between a husky and a malamute in the video below.