{"id":409,"date":"2021-05-14T08:25:11","date_gmt":"2021-05-14T08:25:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pawtypooch.com\/?p=409"},"modified":"2021-05-14T08:25:12","modified_gmt":"2021-05-14T08:25:12","slug":"dog-breeds-that-look-like-huskies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pawtypooch.com\/dog-breeds-that-look-like-huskies\/","title":{"rendered":"11 Dog Breeds that Look Like Huskies: Shikoku, Kugsha, etc"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Siberian Husky is one of the most elegant-looking dogs. They are intelligent, are perfectly suited for families, and don’t even have that characteristic ‘dog smell’.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One thing about Huskies though, you’ll have a tough time adapting them to apartments. They shed a whole lot twice a year data-wpel-link=”exclude”<\/a>. The fur you’ll find all over the place will be a lot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And then, in addition to that, Huskies love to run. They’ll run all over the place if you give them the chance. If all the troubles of having a Husky don’t sound like a good time for you, then you’ll be glad to know that there are a lot of dog breeds that look like Huskies that you can opt for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These Husky breeds look close enough, but tend to be less demanding to keep as pets. Here’s a list of some of these dogs that look like Huskies. Now then, let’s get into it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Finnish Spitz<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Finnish Spitz is a very special hunting breed, and similar to your Husky \u2013 they like to ‘speak’ a lot. They are described as active and alert, making excellent watchdogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They’re also incredibly polite and gentle with children and visitors. They’re faithful right down to the bone, and they’re always able to tell you how they feel through their talkative nature, making them one of the most stress-free Husky-type dogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Akita Inu<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Akita Inu needs firm training as a puppy to keep them from being violent and overprotective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Overall, this breed and dogs like Huskies love to have a human being that can show the qualities of a true pack leader. Otherwise, they’re going to take control and decide that they’re the boss!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They normally live between 10 and 12 years of age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Utonagan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Utonagan is a younger crossbreed, introduced to the United Kingdom in the 1980s<\/a>. It is a combination of Malamute, Siberian Husky, and German Shepherd.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Similar to the Husky, they are curious, affectionate, obedient, and playful, but they need regular training and exercise. These dogs have a big personality, and they are really receptive to their owners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Utonagans are energetic, so they’re going to have to run and need mental stimulation. Their free-roaming instinct is very much alive so that they are ideally suited to vast living spaces and acreages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Samoyed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Samoyed, known by some in Europe as the Bielker, is one of the more popular types of Husky dogs. These dogs are really sweet, and they don’t like to be alone. The typical Samoyed really looks like a white, fluffy Husky, doesn’t it?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They can quickly adjust to living in an apartment, but the Samoyed’s middle name might as well be shedding. These small Husky-like dogs like to be outdoors \u2013 they enjoy walking, hiking, jogging, and canine sports. They typically live between 12 and 14 years of age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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