What is an alaskan klee kai?
The Alaskan Klee Kai is a spitz-type breed of dog, developed in the late 20th century as a companion-sized dog resembling the larger alaskan malamute and siberian husky. It is an energetic, intelligent dog with an appearance that reflects its northern heritage. Bred in three sizes, its weight range is from 5 to 22 pounds as an adult, depending on whether its a standard, toy, or miniature.
The average Alaskan Klee Kai’s temperament is curious, agile, aloof, and intelligent. They can be so intelligent that they can become stubborn, which is considered an unwanted trait. They excel at agility, and even though they are small dogs, they are thick-boned and can withstand high jumps. Their small size can be advantageous to agility training, allowing them to move with ease and gracefulness.
They come in four colors: red and white; black and white; gray and white; and all white. There are subdivisions within each color, such as wolf gray and silver gray, cinnamon red and dark red, jet black and white, and salt and pepper black and white.
The pointed ears are erect, with characteristic symmetrical markings of contrasting colors on the face, medium-sized erect ears, covered with fur, relatively broad chest, and oval feet with thick, firm pads. The head is broad and slightly rounded, tapering to the eyes. When running, the neck is stretched forward so that the head is tilted forward. The double-layer insulating coat is soft and straight.
