In the winter of 1925, a deadly outbreak of diphtheria in the remote port of Nome, Alaska, threatened the lives of the 10,000-plus living in the area. Children were especially at risk, and Nome’s isolation created a nightmare scenario. An antitoxin was located, but the nearest point which the serum could reach by rail was […]

Huskies have an amazing range of vocalizations, as any Husky owner knows. They howl, yelp, whine, and scream. But can Huskies talk?

With their fluffy coats and striking eyes, Siberian Huskies are always recognizable. Such an iconic dog needs an iconic name. Below are some names that would be perfect for a Husky. Let's start with some names inspired by Alaska, the state where Huskies have been running sleds since the early 1900s: Snowy - If you want something obvious […]

Ask AKC  Dear AKC: I have two Siberian Huskies. We got our female at 14-weeks-old about a year ago and recently we added a 3-year-old male. We would like to have her in the house more but she absolutely will not settle down even with toys and our undivided attention. Outside, she digs, chews, and […]

Originating in colder climates, the double-coated Siberian Husky has a lot of hair -- but can you believe it's THIS much? See this time-lapse video that show the incredible amount of work that goes into grooming a Husky. 

As a dog trainer, Karissa Solberg had worked with many different breeds and mixes. But she had never seen anything quite like the little dog that walked into her basic obedience class one night in 2008. The cute prick-eared canine looked like a miniature husky. “I was enthralled with the dog, and her owner was […]

MACH Bailey Gaines MXB MJS is a talkative husky mix who loves agility and recently achieved the top honor in AKC Agility – the AKC Master Agility Championship. Christine Gaines adopted Bailey from a shelter when the pup was 5 months old and only started agility training as a way to bond with her new […]

Learning Objectives Students will learn about the history and specific dog breed of Balto, the famous sled dog, through group reading activities and informational text. Note: This is a multiple day lesson.   Grade Levels K-2   National Curriculum Standards for Social Studies Theme 2: Time, Continuity, and Change   Common Core English Language Arts […]

-- Dog Experts Say Researching Breeds and Finding a Responsible Breeder Puts Your Pet in a Leading Role in Your Family. -- In light of the release this week of the film, "The Shaggy Dog," and the recent success of "8 Below" featuring Siberian Huskies, the American Kennel Club reminds moviegoers about the importance of […]

The AKC and Buena Vista Home Entertainment Team Up to Educate Viewers About Responsible Dog Ownership   The American Kennel Club® and Buena Vista Home Entertainment announced a joint initiative today to help inform viewers about the joys and responsibilities of owning a dog. This partnership is a result of two highly successful films featuring […]