Yakutian Laika

 

Briefly about the breed:

• The Yakutian laika is an impressive dog breed with a thousand-year history in the snow-covered landscape of Siberia.
• This breed was originally used by the Yakut people as a hunting and sled dog.
• The Yakut laika is known for its tireless energy, strong build and coat that protects against extreme climate conditions.
• Males have a height of approx. 53-58 cm and normally weighs between 23 and 30 kg.
• The females are somewhat smaller and reach a height of 51-56 cm and also weigh between 23 and 30 kg.
• The Yakutian laika has a medium-sized, rectangular body build with straight and muscular limbs.
• The fur varies in colour, usually black and white, but can also be black, white and brown.

Appearance and Size

The Yakutian Laika is an impressive dog breed with a physique that has been shaped over thousands of years. Males usually reach a height of 53-58 cm at the shoulder and weigh between 23 and 30 kg, while females are slightly smaller and reach a height of 51-56 cm and weigh between 23 and 30 kg.The breed has a rectangular body build with straight and muscular limbs that make them both fast and strong. The fur varies in colour, with the most common colors being black and white, but it can also be black, white and brown.

Fur

The Yakutian laika has a double coat consisting of a soft, dense undercoat and a slightly coarser topcoat. This unique fur protects them from the harsh climate conditions they originally come from.Although the coat requires regular brushing, especially during shedding periods, it is worth the effort to avoid hair spreading throughout the home.

Behavior and temperament

The Yakutian Laika is a versatile dog breed with a loving and sociable temperament. They form strong bonds with their human family, especially with their children. The Yakutian Laika generally gets along well with other dogs, especially if they have been raised together.Although they have a watchful instinct and will alert to unusual events, they are usually not aggressive and often greet strangers with enthusiasm.

Training and exercise

Yakutian laika is an intelligent race that learns quickly, although they can be a bit stubborn. This breed needs a lot of exercise to be happy.

History:

Although this breed is originally old, it is considered relatively new in Norway. The first Yakutian Laika dogs to arrive in the country were imported from Russia in 2017.Already the following year, the first Norwegian litter was born, but since the breed was not approved in Norway, the litter was registered at a Russian kennel, the same one that owned the sire of the litter. The aim of importing the Yakutian Laika to Norway was to get a simple and versatile polar dog. The breed is known for being easy to learn, curious and trusting, as well as having a lot of energy. Some use Yakutian Laika for big game hunting, agility, obedience and draft. However, it is important to note that this breed is not an elk dog or a border collie, and it cannot be compared to these two in terms of hunting or obedience.

The breed club:

In general, it is recommended to contact the breed club for more information about the breed.Good luck!