Alaskan Klee Kai
13 - 16 yearsLife Expectancy
Small to medium spitz-type dog resembling a miniature Alaskan Husky with striking masked face, erect ears, curled tail, and lively, alert personality
Breed Statistics
- Energy Level4/5
- Trainability3/5
- PlayfulnessN/A
- ProtectivenessN/A
- BarkingN/A
- DroolingN/A
- Good with ChildrenN/A
- Good with Other DogsN/A
- Good with StrangersN/A
- Shedding3/5
- Coat Length1/5
- Grooming2/5
Physical Attributes
| Height (Male) | 26 - 28 inches |
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| Height (Female) | 26 - 28 inches |
| Weight (Male) | 100 - 130 lbs |
| Weight (Female) | 70 - 100 lbs |
Breed History
Developed in the 1970s by Linda S. Spurlin in Alaska to create a companion-sized version of the Alaskan Husky. Foundation stock included Siberian and Alaskan Huskies, with potential crosses of Schipperke and American Eskimo Dog to reduce size. Recognized by UKC but not currently AKC recognized.