Alaskan Klee Kai

Alaskan Klee Kai

Alaskan Klee Kai

Alaskan Klee Kai

Alaskan Klee Kai

The Alaskan Klee Kai is a northern breed of dog of spitz type. The term "Klee Kai" was derived from Alaskan Athabaskan words meaning "small dog".[citation needed] The breed was developed to create a companion sized version of the Alaskan Husky (a mixed breed of dog used for sled racing), resulting in an energetic, intelligent, apartment-sized dog with an appearance that reflects its northern heritage.

Appearance: The Alaskan Klee Kai should look like a miniature husky. Although their standard is based on that of the Siberian Husky, there are physical differences, such as a shorter muzzle, larger ears, and higher tail set, that make them easily distinguishable from the Siberian.

They come in three sizes based on their height:

Toy size Alaskan Klee Kai are up to and including 13 inches.

Miniature Alaskan Klee Kai are over 13 inches high and up to 15 inches high.

Standard Alaskan Klee Kai are over 15 inches high and up to 17 inches high.

Serious Fault - Any Alaskan Klee Kai over 17 inches and up to 17½ inches.

Eliminating Fault* - Any Alaskan Klee Kai over 17½ inches.

Alaskan Klee Kai come in three main color varieties. Black and White, which can appear with stark contrasts or with a more dilute diffusion of the colors; Gray and White, which comes in several variations; or Red and White, which appears either as a cinnamon or a dark auburn.

Temperament:The Alaskan Klee Kai is a highly intelligent, curious and active breed. Unlike Siberian Huskies, whom they closely resemble, Alaskan Klee Kai are typically standoffish and cautious around unfamiliar individuals, which causes them to excel as watchdogs. Because of their inherently reserved disposition in the presence of strangers, continual socialization throughout an Alaskan Klee Kai's life is highly encouraged. They are moderately active and have a strong prey drive. This means unless they are properly introduced and raised with smaller animals such as rabbits, hamsters, cats and birds, they will hunt and kill them. They can be a great family dog if raised with properly raised children. Alaskan Klee Kai are not likely to tolerate being mistreated (poked at, pinched, bullied) by children and may respond by nipping them, unlike the Siberian Husky which are considered good with children. Even so, they make great pets. Because of their intelligence they do well in obedience classes and have a high drive to please their owners which helps them to excel in this area as well as many other types of activities. Another such activity is agility in which the AKK almost seems to have been bred to take part in. If you have an Alaskan Klee Kai that is highly active, this is a great way to help them use some of that up.