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.
Yakutian Laika
Also known as Yakut Laika, Sakha Yta
Origin
- Country
- Russia
- Region
- Sakha Republic (Yakutia), Siberia
- Era
- ancient breed, standard adopted 2005
Group
- Foundation Stock Service
Lifespan
- 12–15 years
Size
- Height
- Male 55–59 cm · Female 53–57 cm
- Weight
- Male 20–25 kg · Female 17–23 kg
Coat
- Type
- double
- Length
- medium
- Colours
- white, black and white, tricolor (black, white, tan), piebald
Traits
- bold, lively, friendly, sociable, energetic, alert