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Alaskan Klee Kai

Small to medium spitz-type dog resembling a miniature Alaskan Husky with striking masked face, erect ears, curled tail, and lively, alert personality

Life span
13–16 years
Origin
Wasilla, Alaska, United States
Alaskan Klee Kai dog breed

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Important information

Species / Genre
Dog
Life span
13–16 years
Temperament
Alert, intelligent, energetic, loyal, curious, playful
Origin
Wasilla, Alaska, United States
Breed group
Non-Sporting
Weight
7–10.4 kg
Height
38–43 cm

About

Alaskan Klee Kai

Description

Small to medium spitz-type dog resembling a miniature Alaskan Husky with striking masked face, erect ears, curled tail, and lively, alert personality

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.

Temperament

Personality traits

Alert intelligent energetic loyal curious playful

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