Alaskan Huskies are usually somewhat larger than Siberian Huskies. Alaskan Huskies are usually leaner in build than Siberians. Siberians often have blue or any combination of blue and brown eyes, whereas Alaskan Huskies often have brown eyes. Alaskan Huskies are primarily bred as working dogs. They have greater endurance in sled racing than Siberian Huskies do. Gentle and playful, this cheerful dog is very fond of his or her family. A puppy at heart, they are clever, sociable and loving, easy-going and docile, though they do generally have a lot of energy, especially as puppies. Huskies are very intelligent and trainable, but they have a mind of their own and will only obey a command if they see the point and if you do not display leadership, they will not see the point in obeying you. If you are not this dog’s 100% firm, confident, consistent pack leader, he will take advantage if he can, becoming willful and mischievous. Huskies make excellent jogging companion, as long as it is not too hot.

Huskies may be difficult to housebreak. They do not like to be left alone, so if this is the breed for you, you may want to consider having two. A lonely Husky, or a Husky that does not get enough mental and physical exercise can become very destructive. They are good with other pets if they are raised with them from puppyhood. Alaskan Huskies can make wonderful companions for people who are aware of what to expect from these beautiful and intelligent animals. Although there are exceptions to every rule, there are a number of breed characteristics that are generally present among members of this Arctic breed. Weight: Males 40 - 60 pounds (18 - 27 kg) Females 35 - 48 pounds (16 - 22 kg) They are not usually recommended for apartments, however they can live in apartments if well trained and properly exercised. Alaskan Huskies are very active indoors and do best with a fenced-in large yard. Alaskan Huskies need a fair amount of exercise, including long daily walks. Take caution excessively exercising in warm weather.

About 10 -15 years. About 4 to 10 puppies The coat does not need much care except during the twice a year heavy shedding seasons, when they have to be combed thoroughly with a metal comb. Alaskan Huskies are carefully bred to produce the best working dogs possible. The breedings of the Alaskan Husky are planned breedings and are technically pedigreed, however they are not consider pure and are not registered by the AKC or CKC because they are sometimes crossed with other Northern and non-Northern breeds to produce the best working dogs possible. Luna the Alaskan Husky at 4 years old—"We rescued Luna from the MSPCA at 8 months. She looks very much like all of the sled dogs we see in Northern New England. She's very smart, listens well and very good with children and other dogs." Luna the Alaskan Husky at 4 years oldHis full name is Forrest Gump. He was 4 years old here. He came from a family in Destin, FL that didn't want him because he was too big. So far he has been the best dog in the world!!

I love him so much!! My family has three children that range from age 5 to 14. Our youngest son Dakota sleeps with him at night. Forrest is an Alaskan Husky. We have had him for 6 years now and he has been wonderful. Teri Jon Evening Dresses On SaleLaid back, doesn't bark, good with dogs and children, and knows how to properly heel at your side. Laptop Core I5 GiaHe even listens to our 5-year-old son Dakota!! Curtains Iron HemHe needs a bigger yard though, but we exercise him every day by running or walking him down the street." Lupus, photo courtesy of the Alaskan Husky HomepagePhoto courtesy of the Alaskan Husky Homepage Beast the Alaskan Husky Jonna the Alaskan Husky Silver the Alaskan Husky Alaskan Husky Pictures 1 Alaskan Husky Pictures 2

An Important Note from ASHRA Due to various circumstances beyond our control, ASHRA is currently operating in a limited mode. Our organization has been very successful in rehabilitating and rehoming Siberian Huskies for over 2 decades and we have always taken pride in being the best at what we do. At this time, we are not able to be as responsive as we would like to be so we are taking a break from normal operations. We will continue to take applications for dogs that are currently on our website. Please note that the application fee for all applications has been waived. We will continue to check emails but we will not be posting referral dogs, taking in dogs or responding to questions about strays. All communication will be done by email. We will not be taking phone calls. This is not easy for us to do. ASHRA is an important part of our lives but we do not want to disappoint our supporters with poor performance. We have opened an on-line store, where you can purchase a wide variety of products that benefit our rescue.

Products, such as t-shirts and coffee mugs, feature great Siberian Husky artwork from Arizona artist Debra Jones. We now have ASHRA logo products, including bumper stickers - check it out! Any donations to ASHRA will directly support our rescue efforts and the Sibes in our care. Since we are a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit organization, every donation is also tax deductible! The easiest way to donate is via Paypal - just click the button below! We also take donations of items which we then sell in ASHRA benefit garage sales. These donations are also tax deductible. "The dog who meets with a good master is the happier of the two." "We give dogs time we can spare, space we can spare and love we can spare. And in return, dogs give us their all. It's the best deal man "He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion."