Alaskan Klee Kai
- Height 38–43 cm
- Weight 5–10 kg
- Life span 12–15 years
- Exercise 45 min/day
The Alaskan Klee Kai is recorded in the AKC's Foundation Stock Service, where breeds wait before full recognition. It comes from United States, Alaska (1970s-1988). Adults weigh 5–10 kg. It stands 38–43 cm tall. It typically lives 12–15 years. It is not considered hypoallergenic.
The Alaskan Klee Kai is a small to medium-sized breed of dog that was developed in Alaska in the 1970s. It is an active and intelligent breed that is loyal and friendly. The Alaskan Klee Kai stands between 13-17 inches at the shoulder and has a double-coat that can come in various colors and patterns.
- Group
- Foundation Stock Service
- Origin
- United States, Alaska (1970s-1988)
- Coat
- medium double · Black and white, Gray and white, Red and white, and White
- Also known as
- Klee Kai
- Recognized by
- UKC
- Hypoallergenic
- No
- Id
667c7359-a739-4f2b-abb4-98867671e375
Traits
- Energy
- Trainability
- Barking
- Grooming
- Shedding
- Drooling
- Good with children
- Good with dogs
- Good with strangers
- Apartment friendly
Every rating runs from 1 to 5 against dogs in general, so a 3 is an average dog rather than an average Alaskan Klee Kai. They are researched estimates, not measurements.
Researched from ukcdogs.com akc.org hillspet.com en.wikipedia.org
Alaskan Klee Kai FAQ
- How long does a Alaskan Klee Kai live?
- The Alaskan Klee Kai has a life span of 12–15 years.
- How big does a Alaskan Klee Kai get?
- Adults weigh 5–10 kg. Height ranges from 38–43 cm.
- Is the Alaskan Klee Kai hypoallergenic?
- No, the Alaskan Klee Kai is not considered hypoallergenic.
- What group is the Alaskan Klee Kai in?
- The Alaskan Klee Kai is recorded in the AKC's Foundation Stock Service, where breeds wait before full recognition.
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