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Husky is a general term for a dog used in the polar regions, primarily and specifically for work as sled dogs. It refers to a traditional northern type, notable for its cold-weather tolerance and overall hardiness.
The Alaskan husky is a breed of medium-sized working sled dog, developed specifically for its performance as such. [1] [2] [3]Alaskan huskies are the most commonly used type of dog for competitive sled dog racing, both in short-distance sprint racing as well as long-distance expedition races such as the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, [4] the Yukon Quest, [5] and the Finnmarkslopet.
Togo (1913 – December 5, 1929) was the lead sled dog of musher Leonhard Seppala and his dog sled team in the 1925 serum run to Nome across central and northern Alaska.Despite covering a far greater distance than any other lead dogs on the run, over some of the most dangerous parts of the trail, his role was left out of contemporary news of the event at the time, in favor of the lead dog for ...
Greenhill Humane Society. Clifton is a goofy 2-year-old Alaskan Husky who is a loyal and friendly pup. He enjoys long walks around the neighborhood, a game of fetch, and belly rubs.
The most commonly used dog in dog sled racing, [31] the Alaskan husky is a mongrel [12] bred specifically for its performance as a sled dog. [2] There are two genetically distinct varieties of the Alaskan husky: a sprinting group and a long-distance group. [ 14 ]
An Alaskan Husky mix, a 7-year-old cat, and a pair of bonded cats are up for adoption in Lane County. ... Frontier is looking for a patient family that will allow her the time to warm up and trust ...
The Siberian Husky breed originated in northeast Asia. These dogs were kept by the Chukchi people as both family pets and working sled dogs. At the turn of the 20th century, this breed gained ...
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