Playful
Dignified
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle

Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Fearless
Brave
Bright
Reserved
Suspicious

Aluskys shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Box-a-Shars are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Aluskys aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Avoid Box-a-Shars as watchdogs - they're not effective.

United States

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Siberian Husky and Alaskan Malamute

Boxer, Shar-Pei

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

2000s

While the Alusky breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Box-a-Shars typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Aluskys require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Box-a-Shars need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Aluskys are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Box-a-Shars have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Aluskys bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Box-a-Shars are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Backpacking, Walking, Running, Go to Park, Walk, Catch, Cuddling, Watching movies, Play, Run, Sleep, Walks, Ball is life, Watching tv, Going on walks, Sleeping, Running & walks, Tug-of-war, Hiking, Racing

Walk, Hike, Play, Hunt, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Brushing, Playing, Swimming, Snuggling, Wrestling, Play tug-a-war, Go to Park, Run, Frisbee, Chase, Ball throwing, Training, Cuddling, Car rides, Running, Mind games, Walks

The Alusky requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Box-a-Shar has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Alusky has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Box-a-Shars are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Box-a-Shars have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Aluskys can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

The Box-a-Shar is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Aluskys are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Box-a-Shars have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Aluskys are not cat friendly.

Box-a-Shars are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Aluskys are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Box-a-Shars are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Aluskys are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Box-a-Shars are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.