The Yakutian Laika, aboriginal sleddog of Kolyma Region in Siberia. How do this dogs get along with other dogs and animals? We keep our Yakutian Laikas together with Samoyeds since 2002 and found that the 2 breeds work together very well and get along with eachother fine. Unfamiliar small farm animals or cats can be problematic, animals that belong to the same household will be o.k. Most of the YL have got a kind of herding instinct too so they can take care and protect other animals. We use the Samoyeds and Yakutian Laikas as sleddogs and keep them in one pack.
Samstag, 7. Juni 2014
Yakutian Laikas - The Yakutian Laika
the Yakutian Laika is a sleddog from kolyma region in Siberia, the breed has been nearly extinct in the 19ies. Today in Yakutia republik of Sakha the breed could be preserved.
Short History
The Yakutian laika was originated in the Arctic seashore of Yakutia. The
major habitat is esturies of Kolyma, Indigirka, Yana and Lena. In terms
of functional appropriation, laikas might work as a reindeer herder’s
dog (olenegonka), hunter’s dog and a sled dog. Yakutian laikas were bred in ancient times by native tribes. They were considered as
people’s valuable helpers. They are multi-purpose, have got excellent
sense of smell, absolute pitch and good eyesight. They are tireless and
with good anger towards predators. At the same time, they’ve got kind
character and are very faithful to people. They are unpretentious and
able to endure the extreme climatic conditions of the North. In harsh
Siberian conditions they reveal their stamina;
they tend to work in small groups and can work through the whole day,
from sunset to sunset. Popularities of dog sledding appeared with the
arrival of Russian traders to the Arctic. With the increased demand for
white polar foxes in the 17th century, the Arctic exploration received
its spike. Furs and mammoth tusks trade became local nations’ main
income.
Outward appearance. A Yakut laika is strong,
middle-sized dog. It has long thick hairs enough warm to endure cold Arctic
winters. It is a very active, playful, inquisitive dog. It is friendly,
responsive, and not aggressive. The major purpose of using the dog is hunting, for instance, for game birds, seals, polar foxes, bears, and even gooses.
