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Alaskan Klee Kai
Sunday, November 15, 2009





Alaskan Klee Kai (AKK) is a rare breed of husky developed deliberately to be a companion-sized or lap-sized husky. The breed fills the canine niche for people who love the husky look but cannot provide the care and exercise required by a full size husky.

The AKK is not bred down from the Siberian Husky but originates from the Alaskan Husky.


"...For those of you who are not familiar with the Alaskan Husky, you should know that this sled dog is an important part of the history and legend of Alaska. Their endurance, speed, and heart make them some of the best racing sled dogs in the world. ... [T]he ancestors of the Alaskan Husky were a scruffy little Indian dog used by the people of interior Alaska. ... Then in the late 1940's, when dog sled racing began to become a profitable occupation, the tides turned and Alaskan mushers began in earnest to develop the little village Indian dog into the Alaskan Husky as we know it today. These are the ancestors of the Alaskan Klee Kai. The Alaskan Husky is a mixture of the best, and so was the creation of the Alaskan Klee Kai. I also added a small dose of Siberian Husky, and just the right amount of smaller dogs of similar conformation for developing my original stock. ..." [excerpt from "The World Of The Alaskan Klee Kai - A Comprehensive Review of the Origin of the Alaskan Klee Kai" by Linda Spurlin]


Still there is a huge difference between Alaskan Huskies and the Alaskan Klee Kai.

Linda Spurlin, the Alaskan Klee Kai Breed Developer did not just envision a companion-sized husky, but a companion-sized husky with a beautiful and distinct mask with symmetrical markings due to contrasting colors.

Health Issues

Like all breeds of dogs, the AKK has some health issues including but not limited to: Factor VII Deficiency, Heart Murmur, Patella Luxation, Cleft Palate, Open Fontanel, Cataract, Juvenile Cellulitis, Retinal Opacities, Hypothyroidism, Retained Baby Teeth, and Mono/Cryptorchidism. AKK Breeders and Breed Clubs closely monitor any and all health issues and questions. However, none of these reported issues appear unique to Alaskan Klee Kai breed.


http://www.adorableakk.com/AlaskanKleeKai/Pamphlet/index.htm

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