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Siberian Husky

Loved by 79% of pet parents

Striking blue eyes, high energy, and an adventurous spirit define this playful companion. Loyal and outgoing, this breed thrives with active families and outdoor adventures.

Breed Characteristics

Friendliness

Energy

Trainability

Playfulness

Adaptability

Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed.

HEIGHT

53–60 cm (male)

50–56 cm (female)

WEIGHT

20–27 kg (male)

16–23 kg (female)

LIFE EXPECTANCY

12–14 years

Siberian Husky: Breed snapshot

Everything you need to know about this beloved breed at a glance

Key Breed Characteristics

Kingdom

Animalia

Phylum

Chordata

Class

Mammalia

Order

Carnivora

Family

Canidae

Genus

Canis

Species

Canis lupus familiaris

Diet

Omnivore

"A Siberian Husky isn't just a pet — they're a loyal companion, a playful friend, and a loving family member all in one."

Temperament & personality

Understanding Siberian Husky's temperament is key to knowing if they're the right match for your lifestyle.

Personality Overview

Siberian Huskies are friendly, outgoing, and social dogs known for their gentle disposition and high sociability with both people and other dogs. They are rarely aggressive and enjoy companionship.

Key Personality Traits

Friendliness

Outgoing and sociable with people and dogs

Intelligence

Learns quickly but can be independent-minded

Energy Level

Very active and needs regular exercise

Playfulness

Loves games and interactive activities

Adaptability

Adjusts moderately to new environments and routines

Strengths

High endurance for physical activities
Friendly and sociable with people
Strong pack instincts and loyalty
Generally good with other dogs
Thick coat for cold weather resilience

Challenges

Strong prey drive may lead to chasing
Prone to escape and roaming behavior
High exercise needs require daily activity
Heavy seasonal shedding and grooming needs
May be stubborn during training sessions

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Intelligence & exercise needs

Siberian Huskys are both highly intelligent and energetic, requiring mental and physical stimulation to thrive.

🧠 Intelligence & training

Trainability

Learns with consistency

Overall rating

This breed is intelligent and independent, often displaying a strong-willed nature that can challenge inexperienced owners. Consistent, patient training with positive reinforcement yields the best results.

Trainable Tasks:

Recall training over long distances

Sled pulling commands

Loose leash walking

Agility course navigation

Crate and boundary training

Socialization with other dogs

🏃 Exercise & energy levels

Daily Exercise

60–90 minutes daily

recommended per day

Siberian Huskies have high energy levels and require vigorous daily exercise, including running and mental stimulation. Without sufficient activity, they may develop unwanted behaviors due to boredom or pent-up energy.

Recommended Activities:

Urban mushing or canicross

Long-distance running

Backpacking and hiking

Nose work games

Interactive tug-of-war

Supervised off-leash play

Is this breed right for you?

Siberian Huskys are versatile dogs that adapt well to many lifestyles, but they're not the perfect match for everyone. Here's a quick guide to help you determine if a Siberian Husky would fit well in your home.