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Miniature Alaskan Husky (Klee Kai) Breed History

Description

The Klee Kai was bred down from Siberian and Alaskan Huskies, along with the help of a Schipperke and American Eskimo to downsize without dwarfism. As such you will find the same characteristics as are found in the huskies. They are curious, tenacious, extremely strong for their size, crafty hunters and escape artists. The Klee Kai is a very energetic dog; however, not the typically “hyper” little dog. They are beautiful and proud. The name “Klee Kai” is derived from Eskimo words meaning “small dog”. There are approximately 500 of these dogs in existence in the world.

History

Picture of a sleeping gray and white Alaskan Klee Kai dog

Photo of a sleeping gray and white Alaskan Klee Kai dog

Picture of a sleeping gray and white Alaskan Klee Kai dog

Picture of a lazy gray and white Alaskan Klee Kai dog laying down

Photo of a lazy gray and white Alaskan Klee Kai dog laying down

Picture of a lazy gray and white Alaskan Klee Kai dog laying down

Picture of a playful Alaskan Klee Kai dog

Photo of a playful Alaskan Klee Kai dog

Picture of a playful Alaskan Klee Kai dog

Picture of a mischievous-looking Alaskan Klee Kai dog laying down

Photo of a mischievous-looking Alaskan Klee Kai dog laying down

Picture of a mischievous-looking Alaskan Klee Kai dog laying down

Picture of a playful Alaskan Klee Kai dog rolling on the floor

Photo of a playful Alaskan Klee Kai dog rolling on the floor

Picture of a playful Alaskan Klee Kai dog rolling on the floor

Picture of a slick Alaskan Klee Kai dog getting ready to drive a Mercedes

Photo of a slick Alaskan Klee Kai dog getting ready to drive a Mercedes

Picture of a slick Alaskan Klee Kai dog getting ready to drive a Mercedes

Alaskan Klee Kai Breed Standard according to the UKC

ALASKAN KLEE KAI
Official U.K.C. Breed Standard
Revised September 1, 2002

History

The Alaskan Klee Kai was developed in Alaska by Linda Spurlin and her family, to be a companion-sized version of the Alaskan Husky. From the early 70’s through 1988, the Spurlins carefully selected dogs who met their high standards for appearance and soundness. In 1988, they made the Alaskan Klee Kai available to others. Mrs. Spurlin originally called her new breed the “Klee Kai” but in 1995, it was changed to “Alaskan Klee Kai.” The Alaskan Klee Kai is still extremely rare.
The Alaskan Klee Kai was recognized by the United Kennel Club January 1, 1997.