Alaskan Klee Kai
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CKC
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UKC
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Miniature Alaskan Husky, Mini Husky |
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Living with a Alaskan Klee Kai
Family Dog: The Alaskan Klee Kai makes a wonder family dog if given the proper amount of exercise. They are generally friendly dogs but can be reserved around strangers.
Shedding: The Alaskan Klee Kai does shed.
Grooming: The coat of the Alaskan Klee Kai should be brushed regularly.
Training: The Alaskan Klee Kai should be properly socialized as a puppy. They are very docile and loving but do need a confident and consistent leader.
Barking: The Alaskan Klee Kai does like to bark.
Exercise: Alaskan Klee Kai has a high energy level therefore they are not good for all families. They need quite a bit of daily exercise including a long walk or they can become hyper.
Living Conditions: Because of the Alaskan Klee Kai's size they can live in an apartment or small house but it is recommended that they have at least a small yard in which to run.
Alaskan Klee Kai Appearance
Appearance: The Alaskan Klee Kai is a smaller version of the Alaskan Husky that has the appearance of the Siberian Husky. They weigh between 10 to 40 when fully grown and come in come 3 sizes and 3 coat colors.
Size: The Alaskan Klee Kai comes in three size varieties. The standard has an overall height of 15 to 17.5 inches and an average weight of 23 pounds. The Miniature variety is between 13 to 15 inches tall with and overall weight around 15 pounds. The smallest is the Toy Alaskan Klee Kai which stands under 13 inches tall with a weight under 10 pounds.
Alaskan Klee Kai Facts
Category: Nordic
Life Expectancy: The life expectancy of the Alaskan Klee Kai is around 14 years.
Alaskan Klee Kai Health
Health: The Alaskan Klee Kai is a very hardy breed with very few health problems.
Litter Size: The average litter size of the Alaskan Klee Kai is between 1 to 3 pups.
Alaskan Klee Kai History
History: The Alaskan Klee Kai was developed in the 1970s from the Alaskan and Siberian Huskies with smaller amounts of American Eskimo. They were bred to be companion dogs.
