Siberian Husky vs Northern Inuit Dog

Compare Siberian Huskies to Northern Inuit Dogs. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between these two breeds.

Siberian Husky vs Northern Inuit Dog
Siberian Husky
Northern Inuit Dog
Siberian Husky
Northern Inuit Dog
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General Details
Siberian Husky
Northern Inuit Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Hybrid
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-15 Years
Height
20-23 Inches
23-32 Inches
Weight
35-60 Pounds
55-110 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Siberian Husky
Northern Inuit Dog
Origin Country
Russia
United Kingdom
Origin Year
900 AD
1980 AD
Temperament
Siberian Husky
Northern Inuit Dog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Siberian Husky
Northern Inuit Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Living Environment
Siberian Husky
Northern Inuit Dog
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
-70-65 °F
5-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Siberian Husky
Northern Inuit Dog
Energy Level
High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Siberian Husky
Northern Inuit Dog
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium
Shedding
Medium to High
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Siberian Husky
Northern Inuit Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Siberian Husky
Northern Inuit Dog
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Siberian Husky
Northern Inuit Dog
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
None
None
Herding
Average
Average
Hunting
None
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Above Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Siberian Husky
Northern Inuit Dog
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-15 Years
Health Concerns
Siberian Husky
Northern Inuit Dog
Common Health Issues
Corneal dystrophy
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
Addison's disease
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Siberian Husky
Northern Inuit Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Siberian Husky
Northern Inuit Dog
Breed Colors
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