Ameri-Indian Alaskan Husky

The Ameri-Indian Husky is a sub-type of the Alaskan Husky, a type, or a category of dog. This sub-type is reminiscent of the more family oriented Native American or Trap-line dogs, noted for strong family/human ties and strong, enduring body type suited to the ever-changing temperatures.
History
The Ameri-Indian Huskies were utilized not only as hunting dogs but as family companion/protector and beast of burden (pulling a travois or carrying like a pack animal). The effort to return to and to improve sound bodies and minds, the Ameri-Indian type are a calmer, more focused type of Alaskan Husky.
Temperament
Ameri-Indian Alaskan Huskies are easier to work with and train than the Alaskan Husky. They are notable family dogs who adapt easily to different living environments.
These dogs are known for their intelligence and loyalty. Not only are these dogs naturally eager to please, but they have been known to become extremely loyal and protective of their families. Due to their protective instincts, Ameri-Indian Dogs can be shy around strangers, if they are not properly socialized from a young age.
Appearance
The Ameri-Indian Husky can be any colour but, most notably, are varying shades of sable (wolf sable, black sable, red sable, buff sable). They can have any colour of eyes (blue, gold, brown) and a neat nose with good width between the eyes. Ears are erect and set slightly up on their head (not as high set as a German Shepherd) and do vary in length but the intent is to have a longer ear with a wide base. Full face masks are not accepted but dogs with "goggling" around their eyes is accepted as well as white down the nose. Tails do not curl up over the back like a "Spitz" dog or Siberian Husky, instead being sickle shaped. They are level across the back with a good straight hind leg (no slope) with cow hocks allowed as well as front legs that are easty-westy that contribute to sounder joints with high physical impact. Long through the neck (carrying more of their weight ahead of the shoulder) and good bone structure and width to handle physical exertion.
These dogs do come with pedigree documentation obtainable only from the single breeding program currently working to re-establish these dogs.
The Ameri-Indian Husky comes in two distinct sizes, two hair coat lengths and two distinct coat color combinations. Its coat can be short and dense, two layers thick, with an undercoat that is wind and water proof. The coat can also be longhaired with a dense undercoat. The Ameri-Indian Husky has upright ears, broad head, and a wide space between the eyes. The eyes range in color from blue, gold, and amber. These dogs are often confused with the Native American Indian dog which are distinctly different in both appearance and phenotype of breeding stock.

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