Siberian Husky
the blue-eyed sled dog often mixed up with a German shepherd
The Siberian husky is an energetic sled dog built for cold and distance, with a thick coat and striking facial markings. People often confuse huskies with German shepherds, but the husky's curled tail, masks, and lighter frame give it away.
How to identify a Siberian Husky
- Thick double coat, often gray-and-white or black-and-white, with distinct facial masks
- Almond-shaped eyes that can be blue, brown, or one of each
- Erect triangular ears and a curled, brush-like tail
Commonly confused with
If you're second-guessing the breed, these are the lookalikes people mix up with a Siberian Husky most often:
At a glance
- Size
- Medium (35–60 lb)
- Coat
- Thick double coat, sheds heavily
- Temperament
- Energetic, friendly, independent
- Origin
- Siberia / Northeast Asia
- Lifespan
- 12–14 years
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Questions
Look for these signs: thick double coat, often gray-and-white or black-and-white, with distinct facial masks; almond-shaped eyes that can be blue, brown, or one of each; erect triangular ears and a curled, brush-like tail. For a definitive answer, snap a photo and let Pawdigree compare your dog against 200+ dog and 70+ cat breeds.