How to distinguish between wolf and husky plus Alaskan

In fact, it is easy to distinguish~~~I think it is difficult for some people to distinguish between Alaska and Husky

Distinguish between wolves and huskies:

The following pictures and captions are all from the Internet)

The genes of wolves and huskies are 99% similar, and the key to distinguishing them is their eyes. The husky's eyes are ringed and have double eyelids, while the wolf's eyes are tilted upward at an angle of nearly 45 degrees. The picture on the left is a wolf and the picture on the right is a husky. (All pictures and methods of distinction are from the Internet)

The color of wolves is usually a large area, with less gradient colors, and because of the need for hunting, there is protective color on the back. Huskies have various colors of fur and do not have Protective color.

Huskies and wolves have completely different eye colors. Huskies' eyes are ice blue, crystal clear, and their eyes are very friendly. Wolves are different. Except for the arctic wolf, which has some ice-blue eyes, the eyes of other wolves are black, brown, yellow or amber, and their eyes are sharp and fierce.

The genes of huskies and wolves are 99% similar, so it is indeed difficult to tell them apart. The tails of other pet dogs are erect and wagging. But the tails of wolves, huskies, and German shepherds all point downward.

(All pictures and differences are from the Internet)

Huskies are pet dogs and are pampered, so they have a plump face and are very cute, and are slightly larger than wolves; wolves all live in the wild. , well fed and hungry, with messy fur, long and pointed face, and a cunning look.

The wolf’s front legs are strong and powerful, while the husky’s legs are relatively even. (All pictures and methods of distinction are from the Internet)

In addition, friends who have raised huskies also shared some tips for distinguishing wolves and huskies:

Look at the appearance : Most huskies have three obvious "fires" on their heads, while wolves do not have this feature, or it is not very obvious. As a dog, it is natural for it to be friendly to people, sticking out its tongue and wagging its tail. The character and habits of a wolf determine that it will never wag its tail at people. In addition to dissipating heat, the wolf will not stick out its tongue, so it is towards people.

Secondly, look at the activity level: Huskies are surprisingly active, almost "two" active. Because wolves have lived in the wild for a long time and have poor living conditions, they must remain alert and fighting at all times, so they will not show enthusiasm and activity.

Third, check whether they are friendly: Huskies are very friendly to people, affectionate to their family members, and to outsiders as well. Although it knocks people over due to its lively and mischievous nature, it rarely hurts them. This is not the case with wolves, and incidents of hurting people are frequently reported.

Alaska & Husky

Eyes: Husky - brown, blue; Alaska - only brown.

Coat color: Husky - gray and white, black and white, coffee white; Alaska - black and white and red and white.

Coat quality: Husky - the coat is slightly shorter and harder; Alaska - the coat is long and soft.

Ears: Husky - the distance between the ears is narrow and the ear tips have a small arc, which is like a triangle; Alaska - the distance between the ears is wide and the ear tips have a large arc and are semicircular.

Forehead: Husky - the color distribution between forehead and eyebrows has one fire, two fires, three fires, peach face; Alaska - the shape of forehead and eyebrows is generally peach face and one fire, two Turn on the fire.

Tail: Husky - When relaxed, the tail hangs naturally, closer to that of a wolf. When excited or running, the tail swings up, but the tip of the tail is always horizontal; Alaska - the base of the tail is thick, the hair is strong, and it is always curled, and the tip of the tail is curved close to the root of the tail.

Size: Husky - medium; Alaskan - large.

Characteristics: Husky - habits closer to wolves, smart, alert, lively, changeable```

Alaskan - honest, brave, loyal, full of patience``` `

Price: Husky - pet-level average price: about 5,000-6,000 yuan

Alaska - pet-level average price: about 8,000-10,000 yuan

IQ: Huskies are much smarter than Alaskans. In the world ranking of dog obedience and IQ, Husky ranks 45th and Alaska ranks 50th.

Urban adaptability: Husky - three stars (generally adaptable)

Alaska - two stars (not very adaptable, difficult to raise)