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A Yakutian Laika
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Yakutian Laika

Also called Sakha Yta and Yakut Laika

  • Great with kids
  • Needs space
  • Sheds a lot

The Yakutian Laika is a medium-sized breed of dog that was originally bred in Siberia for hunting and guarding. They are intelligent, independent, and alert, and make excellent companion dogs.

Weight
37–55 lb (17–25 kg)
Height at the shoulder
21–23 in (53–59 cm)
Life span
12–15 years
Exercise
About 45 minutes a day
Coat
Medium, Double
Origin
Sakha Republic (Yakutia), Siberia, Russia (ancient breed, standard adopted 2005)

Traits

Family and friends

  • Good with children
  • Good with other dogs
  • Polite with strangers

Home and activity

  • Energetic
  • Needs space
  • Barks sometimes
  • Fairly easy to train

Care

  • Regular brushing
  • Sheds a lot
  • Hardly drools

Temperament

Alert Bold Energetic Friendly Lively Sociable

Coat colours

Black and white, piebald, tricolor (black, white, tan) and white

Males and females

MalesFemales
Weight 44–55 lb (20–25 kg) 37–51 lb (17–23 kg)
Height 22–23 in (55–59 cm) 21–22 in (53–57 cm)

Recognized by

Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)


Caring for a Yakutian Laika

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Veterinarians

Check-ups and vaccinations through its 12–15 years.

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Groomers

A groom every few months keeps its coat in good shape.

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Dog walkers

Needs about 45 minutes of exercise a day.

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Dog trainers

Can be stubborn: a trainer helps from the start.

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Sources

Breed details from The Dog API.