Husky mix is not a separate breed; it is not included in the Standards of canine societies. This is the result of random matings between different breeds and the planned work of canine breeders. Currently, the popularity of the Siberian Husky breed is incredibly high. Breeders strive to improve and enhance the best characteristics inherent in the sled dog breed by adding new bloodlines. Experts describe more than 20 different mestizos, each of which is unique in its own way and has its own admirers.
The original offspring obtained as a result of mating Siberians with other breeds is of interest to both dog handlers and ordinary dog owners. Let's look at the most popular mixes, study their characteristics, and evaluate their strengths and weaknesses. We hope this will help you understand whether such a mixed-breed pet is right for you or not.
Why do people choose mixed breeds as pets?
There are several main reasons why dog lovers buy mixed-bred huskies:
- Breed mixes are cheaper. This is where a person’s inherent desire to save money on buying a puppy comes into play.
- It is a misconception that half-breeds are easier to care for, while purebred dogs are difficult to maintain.
- The belief that the husky mix is more fully consistent with the tasks assigned to a pet (protection, assistance in hunting).
- The desire to have an exotic (not like everyone else) pet. As a result of mixed crossings, puppies with an original exterior are obtained.
- Mixed-breed puppies are less sensitive to genetic pathologies that are inherent in their purebred parents. Mixed offspring are considered healthier.
Important: if you purchase a husky mix, remember that such a pet will not be allowed to participate in exhibitions. But he can become a wonderful companion and family friend.
Nutrition
In order for a dog to be healthy, it needs to be provided with an appropriate diet, and this is true for all breeds. The Alabai dog is quite large, and therefore needs an appropriate amount of food.
At the same time, the food must also be of sufficient quality so as not to have a negative effect on health.
All this should not be news to you, because the price of a Central Asian Shepherd puppy usually starts from 200-300 dollars, and depending on the pedigree and parents, it can be much higher.
The Alabai diet should regularly include meat, maybe in different forms. Meat should be chosen with low fat content - veal, beef.
Sometimes you can give fish, but you should be careful with bones, which can harm the animal’s stomach.
The Alabai diet must be rich in foods high in calcium. This is because alabai grows and develops for quite a long time, and its impressive size puts a serious load on the joints.
At the same time, you can give different cereal porridges and dog food, but you should monitor their quality. Typically, the Central Asian Shepherd is fed 2-3 times a day.
What kind of husky mixes exist?
There is currently no complete description of all the mixed breed dogs that can result from a Husky. It is believed that there are about 30 hybrid variants of half-breeds. We have summarized the information that is available in open sources, and based on it we have compiled our own list of possible mixes.
List of hybrid breeds
- A cross between a Siberian Husky and a German Shepherd.
- Wolfdog is a hybrid of a gray wolf and a husky.
- Mixed husky and husky.
- A cross between an Australian Shepherd (Aussie) and a Husky.
- Mixed Alaskan Malamute and Husky.
- A cross between a Pomeranian and a Husky.
- Hybrid of Husky and Chinese Shar-Pei (Sharberian Husky).
- Mixed breed of Pyrenean mountain dog and husky.
- A cross between a Great Dane and a Husky.
- Mixed Doberman and Siberian Husky.
- A cross between a Husky and a Chow Chow (Chusky).
- Boxer and Husky mix (Boxsky).
- Husky and Rottweiler mix.
- Husky and Akita Inu mix.
- Hybrid of poodle and husky.
- A cross between a Bernese Shepherd (Sennenhund) and a Husky.
- Beagle and Husky mix.
- Golden Retriever and Husky mix (Siberian Retriever).
- Husky Pitbull Mix (Pitsky) – a mix with a pit bull.
- Alabai and Husky mix.
- Labrador and Husky mix.
- A cross between a Samoyed (Samoyed dog) and a Husky.
- Collie and Husky mix.
- Welsh Corgi and Husky.
- Hybrid of Husky and Chihuahua.
- Mixed Caucasian Shepherd and Husky.
- Siberian husky/pug mix.
- Jack Russell Terrier and Husky mix.
- A cross between an American Cocker Spaniel (Siberian Spaniel).
Exterior, character and distinctive features of mestizos
Let's look at the distinctive characteristics of the most common hybrids. Let's find out their main advantages and disadvantages.
Mixed breed of Siberian Husky and German Shepherd – the most popular mix
The breeders set themselves the task of creating a new type of service dog that could work in the harsh conditions of the Far North. Unfortunately, they did not achieve their goal. Metis have lost the unconditional subordination to humans inherent in shepherd dogs and have not acquired endurance or the ability to run long distances.
But, the Husky and German Shepherd mix is a very beautiful mix. The Husky Mix has a thick, dense coat, incredibly beautiful blue eyes, rich coloring and strong bones. Mixed breeds do not have a sloping croup like shepherd dogs. They are playful, active and do not hesitate to be affectionate with their owner. The hybrid of the Siberian Husky and the German Shepherd has several names: Siberian Shepherd, Gerberian Shepsky, Shepherd Husky, German Husky. In our country, such dogs are called Gerber Shepsi.
The temperament of such a pet directly depends on which blood predominates in the mixed breed. It is difficult to predict in advance how a Shepsi puppy will grow up.
Advantages of a hybrid:
- bright exterior;
- love children;
- get along with other pets.
Disadvantages of a hybrid:
- there is a tendency to escape;
- like to howl to loud sounds (siren);
- they like to make tunnels.
Important: Shepherds are considered the best breeds to cross Huskies with.
Cross between Siberian husky and husky
Two Siberian breeds are just begging to be crossed. Breeders cross these two types of dogs to create husky hunters. And they succeed - the offspring born from a mixture of husky and husky are quite suitable for hunting game. It is believed that this is the most successful hybrid with a husky.
The appearance of these half-breeds is difficult to predict. The appearance of husky-husky cross puppies will depend on which parent's genes take over. Mixed breeds typically grow to the size of a husky, but can be sturdier and stockier. Their eye color varies; dogs are often found with blue and blue eyes, like a husky.
The half-breed has a friendly temperament. The dogs are not aggressive, obedient, easy to train, get along well with children, and are playful and active. They will be happy to accompany a person on hunting, fishing, or on a hiking trip.
Advantages of a hybrid:
- unique exterior – no two husky and husky puppies are alike;
- interest in work;
- friendly temperament.
Disadvantages of a hybrid:
- need a lot of physical activity;
- it is difficult to predict the nature of the mix - a mixture of husky and husky;
- can hunt pets, considering them game.
Siberian Retriever - a mix of Husky and Labrador Retriever
Husky Lab - Labrador Retriever and Siberian Husky puppy. The combination of a playful Labrador and a hard-working husky turned out to be unusual, but this mixed breed has many admirers around the world. Mestizos have an energetic and friendly temperament, they are hardy and not afraid of work. It is difficult to say which parent the puppies will resemble when they grow up - Labrador and Husky are so different. But they will definitely be cute!
Advantages of a hybrid:
- have a flexible and affectionate temperament;
- Mestizos are very smart and smart;
- hardworking and resilient.
Disadvantages of a hybrid:
- dogs shed heavily;
- may behave destructively if left alone for long periods of time due to boredom;
- they require a lot of space to keep them - huskies and labradors are large and energetic dogs.
Hybrid of Siberian Husky and Alaskan Malamute
The desire to cross these two breeds of large dogs is quite understandable - both breeds live in the North, in harsh conditions of low temperatures. These dogs have a lot in common, but there are also characteristic differences. It is difficult to predict what the offspring will be like. The result of such mating can surprise with unpredictable physical characteristics.
Puppies of a cross between Husky and Malamute are distinguished by excellent health, endurance and good performance characteristics. But their maintenance requires certain conditions - dogs feel best in low temperatures. They are highly active - you need to walk a lot and for a long time with them. Husky and Malamute mixes make excellent fitness partners.
Advantages of a hybrid:
- good family companion;
- Mestizos are healthier than their parents;
- Hybrids have an increased life expectancy.
Disadvantages of a hybrid:
- Huskies crossed with Malamutes love to howl;
- may be stubborn;
- not suitable for apartment living.
Hybrid of Alabai and Siberian Husky
The offspring resulting from the mating of an Alabai and a Siberian Husky are distinguished by their larger size and strong build. A cross between an Alabai and a Husky has a thick, dense coat and often has blue or blue eyes. The mestizos have a serious look that inspires respect. The color of the coat in such a union is difficult to predict. The ears usually droop if they are not cropped.
The breeders who decided to cross these two breeds did not know that a husky crossed with a Central Asian Shepherd is not the easiest pet. The temperament of mestizos is softer than that of the harsh Alabais, but the dogs are quite headstrong. Not everyone can cope with such a half-blooded pet. The owner of the hybrid must be physically strong and have a stable psyche.
The dogs are very strong, decisive and have a willful character. The Husky and Alabai mix is a truly explosive mixture. The husky's stubbornness and love of freedom struggles with Alabaev's dependence on humans - the result can be a dog with unpredictable behavior.
Advantages of a hybrid:
- spectacular exterior;
- unpretentious;
- The character is softer than that of the Alabai.
Disadvantages of a hybrid:
- may be stubborn and disobedient;
- prone to escape;
- difficult to train.
Mixed Golden Retriever and Siberian Husky
A rare and potentially expensive mix with a beautiful golden exterior, the Golden Retriever and Husky mix. Among dog lovers, such pets always cause admiration for their unique color, beautiful blue eyes and open character.
Golden Goberian, Siberian Retriever – these are also the names of this interbreed mix. Both parents of this mestizo are friendly and sociable - these qualities were passed on and intensified in the hybrid. Goberians are active and energetic and need to spend a lot of time outdoors. Mixed breeds make excellent family companions and fitness companions.
Advantages of a hybrid:
- high level of intelligence;
- spectacular exterior;
- get along easily with other pets.
Disadvantages of a hybrid:
- not suitable for apartment maintenance;
- you need to take a lot of active walks;
- prone to escape.
Mixed Corgi and Siberian Husky
Corgi and Siberian Husky are one of the most unusual combinations. A cross between these two breeds, according to some sources, is included in the list of the most beautiful dogs in the world. The breeders who bred these two very different breeds wanted to get a dog with the character of a husky, but smaller in size. The end result is a nice hybrid.
Corgis are shepherds by nature; they love to protect their herd - family members. This parental characteristic was to some extent passed on to the half-blooded offspring. The huskies passed on high intelligence and sociability to the mestizos.
Advantages of a hybrid:
- are distinguished by intelligence and intelligence;
- nice exterior;
- more compact than a husky's size.
Disadvantages of a hybrid:
- tendency to run away;
- love to bark;
- can become destructive if left alone for long periods of time.
Akita Inu and Husky mix
Huskita is one of the names of the interbreed dog species. The mestizos have inherited good guard characteristics from the Akita Inu; they are often used as guards for private houses. The dogs are very vigilant and devoted to their family. From Siberian Huskies, hybrids took the coat color and head shape. Among the half-breeds there are individuals with blue eyes - this is also the heritage of the husky.
Advantages of a hybrid:
- determination;
- love for children;
- goodwill.
Disadvantages of a hybrid:
- not suitable for inexperienced owners;
- aggressive towards strangers;
- require a lot of physical activity.
Mixed Samoyed and Siberian Husky
Husky Dogs are the unofficial name for dogs born from a cross between a Husky and a Samoyed. The offspring from this unusual union are distinguished by their lively and friendly character. Mixed breeds have beautiful long thick hair. The coat color may be the most unexpected, but white is the predominant color.
Advantages of a hybrid:
- positive;
- love their family;
- friendly.
Disadvantages of a hybrid:
- do not like attention from strangers;
- protest against unconditional submission;
- can escape.
History of the breed
The dog was man's friend and companion long before the beginning of modern history.
The ancestors of today's Alabai were Molossians. The Molosser category includes several ancient breeds, which were bred back in Ancient Egypt and the lands of the Middle East.
If you look at a photo of a Central Asian Shepherd Dog, you will notice the main external features of the Molosser - impressive size, long limbs, calm but confident look.
During the times of Ancient Greece, various traders began to import special breeds of Egyptian dogs, among which were the ancestors of the modern Alabai. Immediately after Greece, the Central Asian Shepherd came to Italy.
However, there was still a lot of time left before the appearance of the first direct ancestors of modern Alabais, not to mention the efforts of breeders.
After the Molossians came to Asia, in particular to local nomadic tribes, people themselves began to engage in breeding.
This is because they needed a dog that would be ideal for their lifestyle - big, strong, smart, fearless, who would protect their livestock and settlements from various predators, such as wolves.
The selection process involved a variety of breeds, ranging from the Tibetan mastiff to various herding dogs.
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All this influenced not only the physical characteristics, but also the character of the dog, which, despite all the changes in the world over thousands of years, remains relevant for humans.
Today, the character of the Central Asian Shepherd is ideal for protecting a home or territory, because it is for these purposes that they are most often used in the modern world.
How to distinguish a purebred husky dog from a mixed breed
Since hybrid breeds are being bred more and more recently, it is important to understand how to distinguish a mestizo from a purebred dog. Mixing of heterogeneous blood can occur both in the first generation and in several previous ones. When choosing a pet, you need to study all the documentation for the puppy and its parents. Assess his external characteristics with the help of a canine specialist and compare them with the breed standard. An undervalued dog is an alarming signal indicating defects in a purebred puppy or its half-breed origin.
Important: only genetic tests can 100% confirm the purebred of a Husky.
No matter who the dogs of this Siberian breed are crossed with, the mixture of Husky blood with any other does its job - the offspring turns out to be an active temperament, increased endurance and unpretentiousness. All mixed breeds are different, but they are united by a positive attitude and high level of energy that comes from dogs. Even if they are not accepted into breed clubs or allowed to take part in dog shows, this does not detract from their undeniable merits. Siberian mestizos make excellent family companions, loyal friends and pets. And how beautiful they all are!
Husky Pitbull Mix (Pitsky) – mix with pit bull
Mixed Husky and Rottweiler Hybrid of Husky and Chinese Shar Pei (Sharberian Husky)
Beagle and Husky mix Australian Shepherd (Aussie) and Husky mix
Siberian husky/pug mix
Jack Russell Terrier and Husky mix
Mixed Pyrenees Mountain Dog and Husky
American Cocker Spaniel mix (Siberian Spaniel)
Husky and Chow Chow mix (Chusky)
Photos taken from the website: thesmartcanine.com
