American Eskimo Dog vs Alaskan Klee Kai

Compare American Eskimo Dogs to Alaskan Klee Kais. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between these two breeds.

American Eskimo Dog vs Alaskan Klee Kai
American Eskimo Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
American Eskimo Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
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General Details
American Eskimo Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-16 Years
Height
9-20 Inches
17-17 Inches
Weight
6-35 Pounds
10-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
American Eskimo Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Origin Country
Germany
United States
Origin Year
1800 AD
1988 AD
Temperament
American Eskimo Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
American Eskimo Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Living Environment
American Eskimo Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
15-75 °F
15-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
American Eskimo Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Energy Level
High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
American Eskimo Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Coat Maintenance
High
Low to Medium
Shedding
High
High
Dander
High
Medium to High
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Eskimo Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
American Eskimo Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
American Eskimo Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Eskimo Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-16 Years
Health Concerns
American Eskimo Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Diabetes
Hypothyroidism
Vaccination sensitivity
Autoimmune thyroiditis
Factor VII deficiency
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Eskimo Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Long
Long
Coat Coloring
American Eskimo Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Breed Colors
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