In the past few years, huskies have been particularly popular. Cute, beautiful dogs with a 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.
Features
Husky is considered one of the most beautiful dogs. They usually have thick hair and blue or multi-colored eyes. Outwardly, the animal is very similar to a wolf; it is incredibly active and smart.
Husky is a pretty small animal. They have a slightly elongated body, and the chest has a deep fit. The back is very flat, with the back slightly down. The tail of the animal is densely covered with wool 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 also covered with wool. In addition, a little rounded at the edges.
If we talk about the advantages of representatives of this breed, then these are great friends for young children, as well as for adults. They almost never bark, they easily get used to a new place in case of moving. In addition, they do not emit any unpleasant odors.
However, they are not suitable as guard dogs. In addition, they can destroy everything around, as well as escape at the first opportunity. Husky quite badly tolerate hot weather, and also do not like loneliness. If they are left alone, they begin to howl.
This breed of dog was bred for riding in teams. In addition, they are easy to train.However, if this is done unprofessionally, the husky may manifest the worst qualities. So trust the trainer is best for professionals.
Varieties of related breeds
Many dogs are like husky dogs. 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, then 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 diverse. By standards, a husky dog can be red, white, and black. Some animals are also spotted. In addition, a drawing is possible on the head of a husky.
Malamute
Another husky-looking breed of dog is the Alaskan Malamute. This is a pretty big dog that looks a lot like a wolf. Her real color is gray. They are much more from a husky, quite smart and mobile. However, if they are not brought up, they will begin to feel like masters in the house.
Northern Inuit
This breed of dogs was born thanks to the crossing of a German shepherd with a Siberian husky, as well as with Inuit. The animals bred are quite stubborn, therefore, they are not suitable for those dog breeders who can not cope with restive animals.
Sarlos Wolf Dog
By its appearance, such a dog resembles a wolf. However, he serves his master quite faithfully, and also lends himself to training. So, in Holland such animals are used as guide for the blind. They weigh up to 25 kilograms with growth up to 65 centimeters.
Wolf
Such a dog has a fairly strong and independent character, so its owner must necessarily be more powerful. Volchak also lends itself to training, but does not like routine activities. For him, every day you need to add a few games to the lessons. German shepherds, husky dogs, and also malamutes were used for crossbreeding.
Wolfhounds
These dogs were bred at the Perm Military Institute. The experiment involved a German shepherd and real wolves. The result was excellent animals, which are most often used to protect the Chinese and Mongolian borders with Russia. They have a well-developed flair, as well as a very quick reaction. In addition, their health is good.
Such animals are completely unsuitable for home keeping., because for their education you need a fairly experienced person who can cope with their aggression. However, cynological organizations did not recognize wolfhounds as a separate breed.
Utonagan
This variety of dogs appeared in England. To breed it, such breeds as the Siberian husky, German shepherd, and also malamute were used. The result is animals very similar to huskies; the only difference is that such a dog is fluffy.
Well, unlike a husky, they can be used to protect your home. In addition, they have an excellent appetite, so be sure to control the diet and make sure that they do not have obesity.
Mini click
This breed is an exact copy of the husky, but a little smaller. For breeding, we used the Siberian husky, Alaskan malamute, and also the American Eskimo dog. All experiments were aimed at reducing the growth of the animal.
As a result, pretty nimble and funny puppies were born who love not only to play, but also to walk in full force on the street. Kli-kai bark loudly when they are lonely. They treat family members with love and devotion, but they don’t have confidence in strangers. These mini-dogs are very trainable, quickly remember new teams, and also readily execute them.
Their height does not exceed 32 centimeters, and the weight reaches 4 kilograms.
Similarities and differences
It is worth considering these qualities in some similar dog breeds, for example, husky and Alaskan malamute. Those who communicated with both representatives of the canids will immediately see all the differences.
Differences
First of all, they are distinguished by the manner of moving. So, huskies move pretty quickly, but they can’t 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 movements are most focused on the speed and beauty of movements. The muzzle of the Malamutes looks very friendly, but the husky is more like a fox, trying to naughty a little. However, their main distinction is considered to be the eyes: in husky they are blue, and in Malamutes - brown.
Similarity
Despite the fact that there are many distinctive features, nevertheless, they have much more similar features. Each breed of dog has a certain value.
So, both breeds are intended for transporting people in cold conditions. Their hair is quite thick, so they can easily withstand severe frosts. Their color is almost identical. In addition, their growth is almost the same, malamutes are only a few centimeters taller.
If we compare the husky with mini-cliques, then they are too similar in appearance, only with a small difference in growth. In addition, the character of small pets is more friendly and domesticated. They can even guard the house. Husky can only play games with people, and are completely unsuitable for protecting private property.
Which breed is better to choose?
For those people who decided to get 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, walking a 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, effortlessly, smash the whole apartment. In addition, some of them may simply not fulfill the command that was 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, the Siberian husky is very beautiful. ABOUThowever, they are more suitable for private homes, because they need either a large aviary or a strong leash, since, freely running through the garden, they will quickly overtake it. However, if they are brought up from childhood, they will be obedient and will 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 choose the Alaskan clique. These dogs will be great companions for hanging out. But if a person travels a lot on business trips and practically does not live at home, then the doggie will simply be sad. Some breeders note their great sociability. Their barking is very similar to human speech. Having taken such a handsome man, you must be prepared for the fact that he will bark almost all the time. In addition, mini-husky have very friendly behavior.
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 meet both short-haired and long-haired animals. They can be distinguished only when they turn 8 months old. At this time, distinctive features will appear on their muzzle, but it is impossible to see it before.
Therefore, having made the choice in favor of a click, you need to take yourself as an assistant when buying an experienced specialist, so that fraudsters could not cheat. And this can happen, because their price starts at 300 thousand rubles.
For those who decide to buy a dog for the protection of private property, a wolf dog of Sarlos or a wolf is suitable. They will not only be able to perfectly guard the house, but also, if necessary, 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 now popular. 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, he will answer the same, even if since childhood he has been distinguished by a love of loneliness and aggression.
You can learn more about choosing between husky and malamute in the video below.