Dog
Pronunciation:
uh-luhs-kee
Breed Description:
The Alusky breed of dog is a "designer" or mixed breed that was created by crossing the Alaskan Malamute with the Siberian Husky. Because of this, a breed type has not been established and the looks of the dog can greatly change from one puppy to the next. Generally, the Alusky will have qualities of both parents with a dense, medium length coat, slightly curled to fully curled tail and a robust, athletic build. Ears are usually erect and they can be found in any colors that are common for the parent breeds. To determine what an Alusky may look like, take the time to read up on both the Alaskan Malamute and the Siberian Husky.
Temperament:
The Alusky breed of dog is a designer breed and because of this, their temperament can vary greatly. However, they are known for being outgoing and a happy breed that gets along well with everyone. They usually do well with kids and overall, they are very affectionate with their owners.
Height:
The average height of an Alusky is between 27 to 28 inches.
Weight:
The average weight of an Alusky is between 80 to 90 pounds.
Health Problems:
The Alusky breed of dog has no known health problems, however, is important to research both the Alaskan Malamute and the Husky to be aware of any potential health problems your dog could be at risk for.
Living Conditions:
The Alusky breed of dog is better suited to homes with a large fenced yard since they generally have a fair amount of energy. The breed is known for wandering so it is important to have a secure fence that they can neither dig under or climb over.
Exercise:
The Alusky breed of dog is a large sized breed that should receive a fair amount of exercise. Both of the parent breeds are active so expect to give your Alusky about 60 minutes of exercise each day and make sure that you offer them a large amount of intellectual stimulation as well.
Life Expectancy:
12 to 15 years
Grooming:
The Alusky breed of dog is a very easy breed to groom and you should only expect to brush the coat about once per week, however, you will need to brush it two or three times a week during shedding periods. In addition, if you live in warmer climates, your grooming needs may increase up to 4 or 5 times a week. They do not need a bath on a regular basis and can go most of the year with only one or two. Ears should be cleaned on a regular basis and the nails should be clipped once or twice a month, but other than that, nothing more really needs to be done.
Origin:
The Alusky breed of dog is a designer `hybrid` breed that has become popular over the last decade or so. There is no actual origin for the breed and if you are interested in learning more about the Alusky, it is important to read up on both the Alaskan Malamute and the Husky. Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
