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Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita Comparison - Dog breed selector: Chuksha or Husky or American Akita? Find the right dog for you

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Name Siberian Husky Alaskan Husky Akita
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Group Sled Dogs Sled Dogs Working Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Chuksha
Husky
Icee
Sibe
Chukcha
Husky American Akita
Japanese Akita
Great Japanese Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita breed type comparison:
Purebred Cross Breed Purebred

Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky or Akita? Which is the smallest dog, Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky or Akita?
Medium Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Husky? Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita weight comparison:
Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg) Male: 40-60 pounds (18-27 kg), Female: 35-48 pounds (16-22 kg) Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg) Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg) Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky or Akita? Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita height comparison:
Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm) 20-24 inches (51-61 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm) 22 inches (56 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky or Akita? Which is more expensive?
$700-$1200 $1000-$1500 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky or Akita?
Very frequent: The Siberian Husky is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get.

Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita trainability comparison.
Siberian Husky dogs are hard to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Akita dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky or Akita?
Siberian Husky dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Alaskan Husky dogs are average watchdogs.
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Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky or Akita? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Siberian Husky dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Alaskan Husky dogs are average defenders.
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Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky or Akita? Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita behavior/temperament comparison:
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Gentle
Agile
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Powerful
Sensitive
Dignified
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Faithful
Vigilant
Willing
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Alaskan Husky dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Akita dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita?
High: Siberian Husky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Alaskan Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita social needs comparison:
Siberian Husky dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Alaskan Husky dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Akita dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Siberian Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Alaskan Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Akita is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Siberian Husky dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Alaskan Husky dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Akita dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita playfulness comparison:
The Siberian Husky is a playful breed.
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The Alaskan Husky is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita?
Average: The Siberian Husky barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Alaskan Husky is a vocal breed.
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Low: The Akita barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky or Akita?
It is not recommended to keep the Siberian Husky breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Husky breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed.

Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Siberian Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alaskan Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Akita dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky or Akita?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky or Akita?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Siberian Husky bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Alaskan Husky bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Akita bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Siberian Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita mouthiness comparison:
Siberian Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Alaskan Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Akita dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita health comparison. Which is the healthier: Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita?
The Siberian Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Alaskan Huskys tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Akita is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Corneal Dystrophy
Hyperthyroidism
Laryngeal Paresis
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Sebaceous Adenitis
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Siberian Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Alaskan Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Akita should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita lifespan comparison. How long do Siberian Husky, Alaskan Husky and Akita breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Siberian Husky: 13 years
9-15 years
The average lifespan of Alaskan Husky: 12 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita?
Prefers cold weather
The Siberian Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Alaskan Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Akita can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky or Akita? Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita energy level comparison:
Siberian Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.
Alaskan Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.
Akita dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky or Akita? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Siberian Husky dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Alaskan Husky dogs need a lot of exercises.
Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky or Akita?
Siberian Husky dogs don't need too much sleep.
Alaskan Husky dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Akita dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky or Akita?
Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Siberian Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Alaskan Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Akita's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita coat comparison:
Fluffy Dense Fluffy
Dense
Waterproof
Straight
Colors
What are the original Siberian Husky, Alaskan Husky and Akita color?
Black
Gray
Red
White
Sable
Agouti
Black
Gray
White
Blonde
Orange
Black
Red
White
Brown
Fawn
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky or Akita? Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita grooming comparison:
Average: The Siberian Husky requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Alaskan Husky requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky or Akita? Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky or {name3 shedding:
Siberian Husky dogs shed above average.
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Alaskan Husky dogs shed moderately.
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Akita dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky or Akita?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita?

Low 🔽

The Siberian Husky has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Siberian Husky is an average drooler.
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The Alaskan Husky is an average drooler.
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The Akita is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Siberian Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Alaskan Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Akita dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky or Akita? Which dog is more friendly?
Siberian Husky dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Alaskan Husky dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky or Akita?
Siberian Husky dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Husky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky or Akita?
Siberian Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky or Akita?
Siberian Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita?
No
Siberian Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
No
Alaskan Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Akita dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Siberian Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Alaskan Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Akita is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Siberian Huskys are usually recommended for elderly people.
Alaskan Huskys are commonly okay with elderly people.
Akitas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Siberian Husky or Alaskan Husky or Akita? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita?

Not really

Siberian Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Alaskan Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Akita breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Siberian Husky and Alaskan Husky and Akita have?
4-8 puppies 4-10 puppies 3-12 puppies

Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Husky vs Akita Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club

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