Chusky Breed Information & Characteristics

The Chusky is a breed that has an average risk of becoming obese. Daily walks and a balanced diet of quality dry dog food can help maintain a healthy weight. An active lifestyle and monitoring weight regularly is recommended.

Curious
Loving
Stubborn
Guarding
Energetic
Loyal

Chusky dogs are extremely heavy shedders, they will lose a large amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Chusky.

Chuskys are very good watchdogs. They are a vocal breed, and are wary of outsiders, so if someone approaches your home or aims to intrude, the Chusky is going to make sure everyone knows about it.

United States

Chow Chow and Siberian Husky

Not recognized by any clubs.

2000s

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Black

Red
Brown
White
Cream
Pied

The coat of a Chusky falls in the medium length category.

Straight

A Chusky can have a litter of 10-13 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Chusky dogs generally adapt well to changes in lifestyle and different living environments, but it is considered as an average level of adaptability compared to other breeds.

The Chusky is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Cataracts
Missing Teeth

X-Rays
Dental Examination
Blood Tests
Ophthalmologic Examination

Chuskys are known for their high energy levels, so if you're looking for a more low-key dog, this breed may not be the best choice.

Chuskys have average social needs compared to other breeds. They are known to be less active and independent than other breeds, and they are content with spending time alone and with their human family.

The Chusky dog needs significant physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. They are also well-suited for those who lead an active lifestyle and enjoy activities such as running, hiking, or other outdoor pursuits.

Chuskys dogs are tend to sleep less than other breeds, but they still require adequate sleep to maintain good health.

The Chusky is a dog that is known for its low drooling tendency. If you dislike drool marks on your clothing, the Chusky could be a suitable choice for you.

The Chusky is a vocal breed, with a tendency to bark and howl frequently. They may not be the best fit for those seeking a quiet companion. Their barks can vary and can indicate different emotions and needs.

These dogs are known for their strong territorial instinct and protective nature. They will fiercely defend their territory and are highly alert and vigilant against any perceived threat to their home and family.

Walk, Play, Run, Fetch

Chuskys are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chusky, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chuskys usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Chusky is a breed of dog that requires a significant amount of grooming. They will also require regular trims, and a professional groomer's help is often necessary to keep their coat in good condition. They may also need regular baths to maintain their coat and skin.

Chusky should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 40-65 pound (18 - 29 kg) Chusky feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Chusky is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Chusky is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Chusky breed is considered very intelligent and easy to train.

Chusky dogs have average emotions and are adaptable to different situations, not requiring extra care like sensitive breeds do.

It's not recommended to keep the Chusky in an apartment, but this breed make good apartment dogs as long as they get to spend a good amount of time outside of the apartment. Chuskys living in apartments will need plenty of physical exercise and stimulation throughout the day to remain happy and well-behaved.

Chuskys are kid-friendly dogs. They are good with children and excellent dogs with children if they are socialized and trained at a young age.

Chuskys are not cat friendly dogs.

Chuskys are average friendly towards other dogs. If they are raised with other dogs, they are likely to get along with them. And, if they are socialized properly from a young age, they will usually be great with other dogs.

Chuskys are average friendly around strangers. They can be wary around strangers and a little standoffish. Early socialisation is key.

The Chusky is a playful dog. So, no matter how busy the day may get, the best thing you can do for your Chusky is to make time each day to play. It can be as little as 15-20 minutes, and it will mean the world to them.

Chusky dogs are usually easy to train, but may require consistency to fully obey commands.