Generally, Siberian Huskies are very social and typically get along well with other dogs, often displaying playfulness and high energy. If you're considering getting your Siberian Husky a companion, you've come to the right place. As previously mentioned, Siberian Huskies are friendly, full of energy, and playful. Breeds that display similar traits will likely get along with a Siberian Husky. A Siberian Husky's companion should also be similar in size, although it's not necessary.
Siberian Huskies are very pack-driven and as such, they don't like being left alone. Getting your Siberian Husky a companion can enhance their overall health. With that in mind, here are the top seven dog breeds that get along with Siberian Huskies.
1. Another Siberian Husky
It should go without saying that Siberian Huskies are a perfect match for each other physically. Also, they're temperamentally as good of a match. You can be fairly sure that your second Siberian Husky's energy and playfulness level will match up with your first one's. However, by all accounts, two Siberian Huskies of the same sex don't typically do well together, especially if they are both super dominant. So, to avoid any potential fight, it's usually best to have two dogs of the opposite sex.
2. Samoyed
The Samoyed and Siberian Husky are related and have a lot of similar traits. Both dogs are generally known to get along well. Samoyeds are friendly, and very playful dogs with bondless energy that will match that of a Husky. Like the Siberian Husky, the Samoyed is a working dog that needs a lot of exercise and doesn't like being left alone.
Both dogs can keep each other companion when you're busy and can't interact with them. The Samoyed and Siberian Husky have also created a popular hybrid dog known as the "Samusky" (Samoyed Husky mix). This further proves that the Siberian Husky and the Samoyed mesh well together, both physically and mentally. Samoyeds stand 21 to 23.5 inches tall and weigh between 45 and 65 pounds. They are generally healthy dogs with an average life expectancy of 12 to 14 years.
3. Alaskan Klee Kai
The Alaskan Klee Kai is a companion-sized dog developed in the late 20th century to resemble the larger Siberian Husky and Alaskan Malamute. Like the Husky, the Alaskan Klee Kai is energetic, intelligent, friendly, and most of all playful. Though it resembles a Husky in appearance, the Klee Kai is a separate breed that was developed to look like a miniature Husky. This breed's ancestors include Alaskan huskies and Siberian huskies. Alaskan Klee Kais are brilliant little dogs that pick up training very quickly. Living with Alaskan Klee Kai is highly entertaining, according to the AKC, which refers to the breed as "Husky Lite."
4. Australian Shepherd
The Australian Shepherd is a smart, medium-sized herding dog, whose energy level matches or exceeds that of a Siberian Husky. As working dogs, the Australian Shepherd and Siberian Husky can get along well. According to Husky owners on Reddit, the balance between an Australian Shepherd and a Husky is quite a sight to see. Like Huskies, Aussies have a very easy-going temperament and don't like being left alone. But, unlike Aussies, they're not always open to strangers.
It's not uncommon to see male Australian Shepherds being defensive over territory, so they may get along best with female dogs. However, this is less likely to be an issue, provided they're well-socialized from puppyhood. Australian Shepherds can make excellent playmates for Huskies. This breed comes in a wide range of colors you can choose from.
The dogs in the above picture are Katsu, the Australian Shepherd, and Kookie, the Siberian Husky. They live happily together with their owner in Louisville, Kentucky. Follow Katsu and Kookie on Instagram to see how well they get along with each other.
5. Golden Retriever
Golden Retrievers are one of the world's most popular dog breeds. In the U.S., they consistently make the AKC's annual list of most popular breeds. Goldens are popular due to their intelligence, friendly, and playful nature. They are known for being family-oriented, and happy-go-lucky dogs that tend to get along well with other dogs. Golden Retrievers are some of the friendliest dogs out there. However, as with all dogs, they need to be socialized.
Golden Retrievers get along with just about every other dog breed under the sun, and Huskies are no exception. They love to play just as much as Huskies do. Like Huskies, Golden Retrievers are very active dogs. As such, they need plenty of opportunities to exercise and play. Golden Retrievers' energy matches that of a Siberian Husky, so they can make excellent playmates for Huskies.
6. Shetland Sheepdog
The Shetland Sheepdog, aka Sheltie, is an athletic, high-energy dog that loves to play. This dog enjoys physical and mental stimulation and is among the most obedient of breeds. Smart, active, and biddable, Shelties are easy to train. They are affectionate with families, good with children, and get along well with other dogs and people of all ages. Shetland Sheepdogs are smaller than Siberian Huskies, however, don't let their small size fool you. These are hardworking dogs bred that were originally used to herd flocks of sheep. All herding dogs are agile, athletic, and have bundles of stamina, and the Shetland Sheepdog is no exception.
7. German Shorthaired Pointer
The German Shorthaired Pointer (GSP) is full of energy, playful, smart, and generally good with other dogs, including Huskies. Like the Siberian Husky, the GSP is a medium-sized dog that weighs from 45 to 60 pounds. Built to work long days in the field, these enthusiastic gundogs thrive on vigorous exercise. Like Huskies, GSPs are always up for physical activities like running, and anything that will burn some of their boundless energy. Once again, like Huskies, GSPs are very high-energy dogs with a strong prey drive, and therefore they need an owner with an active lifestyle.
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