QUESTION: Having a hard time getting our Alaskan Klee Kai to eat dry food, wet food, mixed - he does milo beef jerky and of course people food - any one recommend a dog food that he will eat? Please dont suggest starving him, we've gone a day & a half, still would not eat .Thank You
Anonymous - 2/12/2012 11:40:11 AM
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cont. first we gave her just rice and chicken (from the chicken the bones were from chopped small) with the bone gravy mixed all together then we gradually added dry food (and less rice and chicken) to get her used to eating it, and eventually we got to the point where it's entirely dry dog food with enough bone gravy to make it taste good. you'll have to decide what is best for your dog though. also once she wasn't eating the rice and chicken any more we just cooked the extra chicken for ourselves.
Anonymous - 2/29/2012 12:50:52 PM
my german shepherd had the same problem. What we did was to buy a whole chicken and cook it. then took the bones out. You may have heard that chicken bones splinter and should not be eaten, it is true to a point, but only if the chicken has only been cooked. Take the boned and boil them in vinegar until they crumble when you pinch them (we put it in our crock pot for 18-20 hours), then blend the bones in a blender. once that is done the bones will be safe to eat, and are very nutritious. we had to wean our dog onto the use of dry food though,
Anonymous - 2/29/2012 12:50:11 PM
QUESTION: I live in an apartment building. So will it be ok be ok to have an Alaskan Klee Kai? I live in the city so is it ok to have one.
Anonymous - 2/5/2012 12:11:52 PM
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If you get the smaller versions of akk they can live in apartments.
Anonymous - 5/8/2012 2:17:17 PM
QUESTION: I know someone interested in buying or adopting a purebred Alaskan Klee Kai. Can you tell me about this dog in a paragraph or two????? Thanks. :)
Anonymous - 2/3/2012 10:15:08 PM
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It looks like a sibe in miniature but sibes are more friendly. Read the april 2012 dog fancy magazine and it will give you alot of information
Anonymous - 5/8/2012 2:18:47 PM
QUESTION: i live in the bahamas, would it be right if i was to buy an alasken klee kal ?
Anonymous - 1/6/2012 8:27:43 PM
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QUESTION: Are Alaskan Klee Kai's easy to house train?
Anonymous - 9/10/2011 10:13:55 PM
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Yes, Alaskan Klee Kai are very smart. You could start with a crate to potty train.
settleakk - 9/12/2011 8:57:33 PM
QUESTION: how was the breed of the american klee kai dog made or in other words what breed did the american klee kai dog originate from? please answer i love animals i live on a farm with 32 goats 7 dogs and other wild animals and im hoping to get a job with helping and caring for neglected animals at the vernon b.c spca
Anonymous - 7/26/2011 8:11:33 PM
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The Alaskan Husky was the foundation of the Alaskan Klee Kai, with a touch of Siberian Husky, Schipperke and American Eskimo dog. The breed is about 30 years old and is still extremely rare, due to a strict breeding program.
settleakk - 8/15/2011 9:38:24 PM
QUESTION: do alasken klee kai dogs have sensitive stomachs
Anonymous - 7/13/2011 8:19:16 AM
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Most AKK can eat a normal premium dog food.
settleakk - 8/15/2011 9:40:52 PM
QUESTION: Are Alaskan Klee kai's allowed in CT????
Anonymous - 7/1/2011 1:31:46 PM
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The Alaskan Klee Kai breed was developed in
Alaska By Linda Spurlin to be a companion sized version of the Alaskan Husky. They can live anywhere including apartments.
settleakk - 8/15/2011 9:42:43 PM
Alaskan Klee kai's should not be in the city just because they can get sick or even die in warmer more polluted areas such as a city.It needs to be very cold where they are living if you decide to bring 1 to the city
Anonymous - 7/3/2011 8:12:52 PM
QUESTION: Do you think a mini Alaskan Klee kai is a good companion for a mini aussie??????
Anonymous - 7/1/2011 1:25:42 PM
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AKK are very active and like to play. They should get along with good socialization.
settleakk - 8/15/2011 9:44:39 PM
QUESTION: Are Alaskan Klee Kai dogs good with children
Anonymous - 6/18/2011 8:06:54 PM
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If they are raised with them
Anonymous - 5/8/2012 2:19:27 PM
I raise my AKK around my children. My AKK can be very protective of my children. Alaskan Klee Kai puppies just need a lot of socialization in different environments.
settleakk - 8/15/2011 9:47:00 PM
QUESTION: Can alaskan klee kai's live in Washington state
Anonymous - 6/11/2011 12:58:30 PM
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Yes, Alaskan Klee Kai dogs can live anywhere. My bother lives in Seattle and has one of my Alaskan Klee Kai.
settleakk - 8/15/2011 9:48:00 PM
QUESTION: If they were primarily house pets, how well would Alaskan Klee Kai's tolerate hotter climates: moderate winters with hot summers around 70F-105F with ~65% humidity?
Moreover, how are they around kids (10-12 years) compared to breeds that are considered really good with children?
Thank you.
wusiki - 5/30/2011 8:55:36 PM
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I live in California and have an Alaskan Klee Kai. The weather is very hot, and he does fine. Periods of high humidity and heat cause him to "blow coat." Our AKK is pretty good around children, but we made sure to keep him around a LOT of kids when he was a puppy. If you don't socialize this breed early on with as many people and as many other dogs you can, they will become people, and dog aggressive. As soon as they get their 6mo shots you should start them with a puppy socialization and obedience classes. That is a MUST! Another must, if possible, try and find a breeder close enough to drive to. It's so important to get a feel for the adult dogs, and puppies for adoption, in action. A puppy that looks cute on a breeders website, could be psycho when you get him home. (hahaha...that is what happened to me the first time, but you live, and learn.) I found a breeder that was a 3.5 hour drive away, but it was SO worth the drive.
Anonymous - 6/11/2011 2:14:07 PM
QUESTION: About how high of a fence would an alaskan klee kai be able to jump over??
Anonymous - 5/9/2011 6:19:19 PM
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Alaskan Klee Kai dogs like to roam and can be escape artist, similar to other huskies. We have a six foot privacy fence with large rocks lining the bottom. Some AKK can climb and dig or use an object to get over a fence like a trash can.
settleakk - 8/15/2011 9:53:35 PM
QUESTION: what kind of toys are best for alaskan klee kais
Anonymous - 5/2/2011 6:31:49 PM
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My AKK like stuffed teddy bears and pig ears.
settleakk - 8/15/2011 9:54:15 PM
QUESTION: I go to school 7 hours a day - will the Alaskan Klee Kai be ideal for me?
Anonymous - 4/18/2011 6:04:57 AM
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Hmmm, during the first 6 months your Alaskan Klee Kai puppy is home with you is VERY important. If you don't think you will be able to spend that time socializing him with as many people as you can, and then as many other dogs as you can, once he's had his rabies and parvo shots, then the AKK probably isn't the most ideal dog for you. Without the time for the early socialization, you'll find that it will be a difficult relationship between the two of you. :(
Anonymous - 6/11/2011 2:19:58 PM
try to get as many toys the Alaskan Klee Kai likes and train it when your on break from school
Anonymous - 4/26/2011 9:13:46 PM
QUESTION: Are Alaskan Klee Kai's friendly, do they bite, and how big are the toy dogs?
Anonymous - 4/17/2011 10:59:54 PM
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Toy: Up to and including 13 inches about 10lbs
Miniature: Over 13 inches up to and including 15 inches about 10 to 15lbs
Standard: Over 15 inches up to and including 17 inches about 15 to 23lbs
Different Alaskan Klee Kai's have different personalities, need good socialization early on.
settleakk - 8/15/2011 9:58:21 PM
If you take care to spend the necessary time with early socialization, then Alaskan Klee Kai's can be very friendly, otherwise they can become very shy and definitely prone to biting. That goes for socialization with other dogs as well, or risk your dog becoming extremely dog aggressive. Puppy socialization class for this breed is an absolute must!!
Anonymous - 6/11/2011 2:23:09 PM
QUESTION: How many hours does a Alaskan Klee Kai need to exercise? and how much do they eat each day?
Anonymous - 4/14/2011 6:30:28 PM
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Alaskan Klee Kai's need to exercise 1/2 an hour 3 times a day
Anonymous - 4/18/2011 6:03:28 AM
All dogs of all breeds can be walked 30 min minimum if possible twice a day .
ref Cesar Millan/ book: Cesars Way pg 199
Anonymous - 4/17/2011 9:01:02 PM
QUESTION: Can an Alaskan Klee Kai live in a warm area?
Anonymous - 4/5/2011 2:35:36 PM
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Absolutely! I live in very sunny California, and my Alaskan Klee Kai does fine.
Anonymous - 6/11/2011 2:24:03 PM
QUESTION: Is an Alskan Klee Kai good with cats?
Anonymous - 3/12/2011 10:45:56 AM
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Some Alaskan Klee Kai's get along with cats, would start with a puppy and good socialization.
settleakk - 8/15/2011 10:00:07 PM
QUESTION: How much does a mini alaskan klee kai weigh? And how can you tell if they are toy or mini?
Anonymous - 2/10/2011 3:54:06 PM
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Alaskan Klee Kai UKC Breed Standard
Toy: Up to and including 13 inches about 10lbs
Miniature: Over 13 inches up to and including 15 inches about 10 to 15lbs
Standard: Over 15 inches up to and including 17 inches about 15 to 23lbs
settleakk - 8/15/2011 10:02:17 PM
That is an incorrect answer. According to Alaskan Klee Kai Breed standards the following is accuraate.
i am a breeder.
Height: Standard 15-17.5 inches (38-42 cm.)
Height: Miniature 13-15 inches (33-39 cm)
Height: Toy under 13 inches (33 cm.)
Weight: Standard 23 pounds (10 kg.)
Weight: Miniature 15 pounds (7 kg.)
Weight: Toy under 10 pounds (4.3 kg.)
Anonymous - 5/5/2011 11:36:41 AM
A STANDARD would weigh around 23 pounds. Minis should weigh less than 12 pounds
Anonymous - 5/5/2011 11:34:47 AM
A mini alaskan klee kai can weigh 23 lbs
Anonymous - 3/7/2011 12:14:11 PM
QUESTION: Can an alaskan klee kai be good when other people arrive?
Anonymous - 12/9/2010 11:24:39 PM
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Absolutely, but you must socialize them immediately. Socialization with other dogs is a must as well, but just make sure that the dogs they socialize with before their 6 month shots are up to date on their rabies and parvo, after that take them to the dog parks often or risk severe dog aggression.
Anonymous - 6/11/2011 2:27:38 PM
Alaskan Klee Kai require A LOT of socialization in order to be comfortable around strangers. Even when properly socialized they tend to be wary of new people and dislike being approached quickly.
Anonymous - 5/5/2011 11:42:36 AM
If you train your alaskan klee kai right, yeah. Any dog will be good when people arrive if you train it right regardless of the breed.
Anonymous - 12/22/2010 2:29:28 AM
QUESTION: Can Alaskan Klee Kai be an outside dog?
Anonymous - 12/9/2010 4:38:33 PM
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i own Alaskan Klee Kais, and have a six foot fence. My dogs have NEVER jumped the fence and since they stand appx a foot high arent likely to either. The biggest concern would be them digging UNDER the fence, which we prevent by burying a portion of the bottom of the fence on install.
I have never seen an AKK climb a tree, or escape our yard which has multiple trees in it.
Anonymous - 5/5/2011 11:40:38 AM
Depends on what you mean by outside dog. Like any other dog, the alaskan klee kai likes going out and having exercise but this one should not be predominately outside because of its small stature. I would guess it does not tolerate cold as well as its larger counterpart.
Anonymous - 12/22/2010 2:30:57 AM
No, because Alaskan Klee Kai's are known to easily jump over six foot fences, I knew a AKK that climbed a tree. They should always be on a leash while on a walk and should be watched while out side in the yard
Anonymous - 12/22/2010 12:24:11 AM
QUESTION: Are Alaskan Klee Kai's good with children and a large family get together?
Anonymous - 11/10/2010 10:51:46 AM
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Alaskan Klee Kai need good socialization early on with different environments.
settleakk - 8/15/2011 10:04:33 PM
QUESTION: how much money is the alaskin klee klai?
Anonymous - 10/24/2010 8:55:49 PM
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I live in the U.K. and I look at the cost of alaskin klee klai's frequently and they are often £200.
Anonymous - 10/25/2011 9:48:12 AM
The cost is determined by the age, the quality and the breeder. For the most part expect to spend between 1500.00 to 3500.00 for PET QUALITY, 2400.00 to 4500.00 for breed/show potential. That price may or may not include health certificate to fly, micro chip, and crate. Some breeders itemize each item to the standard price. Every breeder does what they feel is best for them in their circumstance.
You can sometimes buy an all white Alaskan Klee Kai for 500.00 to 800.00 as well as a retired breeding dog.
Most breeders will ask you to fill out a puppy questionnaire which allows them to get to know you better to find out which one of their puppies best match you and your family.
Thanks for asking such a great question.
itzybitzyhuskies - 11/1/2010 9:23:20 AM