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West Siberian Laika (Zapadno-Sibirskaia Laika)
Medium Breed
The West Siberian Laika is a medium-sized dog of strong and clean composition and good bone structure. Built for stamina and endurance, the West Siberian Laika has tremendous speed over snow and forest, and makes an excellent all round hunting dog and a good tracker.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Russia
Weight
18-22 kg/40-50 lbs (standards may vary)
Height
Males 54-60 cm/21-23 1/2 inches,
Females 52-58 cm/20-22 1/2 inches (standards may vary)
Coat
Guard hairs of outer coat hard with a well-developed undercoat. Topcoat is straight and coarse. On head, ears and front side of the limbs, the coat is short; on withers, neck, shoulders and rear side of the limbs, the hair is longer.
Markings
White, salt and pepper, red and grey in all shades, black colour permitted, also part colours and with patches of the same colours.
Lifespan
Average 12-14 years
The West Siberian Laika is highly adaptable and can be a good companion; he is calm, affectionate and loyal to his family.
Temperament
The West Siberian Laika is balanced and lively, has an even temperament and is calm and docile in the home. Self-confident and self-conscious he is a fine hunter, brave and careful and loyal towards his flock, they make good guardians. The West Siberian Laika is a social breed with its family but is reserved towards strangers. Socialisation and training is essential from an early age.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
The West Siberian Laika is a magnificent large breed dog, with good bone and muscle and attractive in his appearance. The West Siberian Laika was originally bred for hunting.
- A good hunter and tracker
- An excellent guardian
- Has great stamina and endurance in the field
- Makes a wonderful companion
- Does not require trimming or stripping
- Requires sufficient daily exercise
- Does better in colder climates
- Must have daily physical and mental stimulation