Siberian Husky
Sibiřský husky
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Key facts
| FCI group | 5. Spitz and primitive types |
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| Country of origin | United States |
| Category | Large |
| Height at withers | 51–60 cm |
| Weight | 16–27 kg |
| Life span | 12–14 years |
Recognition features
- Blue or odd-coloured eyes and a facial mask pattern
- Double dense coat, erect triangular ears
- Sickle tail carried over the back
Purpose
Chukchi people in Siberia bred it for pulling light sleds long distances on little food.
History
Chukchi bred it in north-east Siberia; in 1925 teams carried diphtheria serum to Nome. The AKC recognised the breed in 1930.
Coat
Dense double coat, medium length, all colours.
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