Description

Huskie /ˈhʌski/ is a general name for a typeofdog used to pull sleds in northern regions, differentiatedfromother sled-dog types by their fast pulling style

They are "an ever-changing cross-breed of the...fastestdogs"

The Alaskan Malamute, by contrast, is "the largest andmostpowerful" sled dog, and was used for heavier loads

Huskies are used in sled dog racing. In recent years,companieshave been marketing tourist treks with dog sledges foradventuretravelers in snow regions as well

Huskies are also today kept as pets, and groups work to findnewpet homes for retired racing and adventure trekking dogs