Alaskan Klee Kai has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Lakeland Terrier has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Unfortunately, the Alaskan Klee Kai is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Lakeland Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Curious
Loyal
Territorial
Agile
Intelligent
Quick

Independent
Confident
Intelligent
Bold
Friendly
Trainable

Alaskan Klee Kais shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Lakeland Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Choose an Alaskan Klee Kai if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Lakeland Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Alaska

England

Alaskan Husky, Siberian Husky

Old English Wirehaired Terriers, Bedlington Terriers

American Canine Registry
American Rare Breed Association
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers

1970s

1700s

Northern Breed (UKC)

Terrier (AKC:1934 & UKC)

Blue
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Sable
Silver
Red
Brown
Gray

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
Sable
Brindle

Alaskan Klee Kais have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Lakeland Terriers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wiry

An Alaskan Klee Kai can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Lakeland Terrier can have a litter of 12-16 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Alaskan Klee Kais are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Lakeland Terriers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Patellar Luxation

Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Bleeding Disorder

Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Eye Problems

OFA
Yearly Physical Examination
Blood Tests and Blood Count

Eye
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Alaskan Klee Kais' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Lakeland Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Alaskan Klee Kai has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Lakeland Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Alaskan Klee Kais need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Alaskan Klee Kais sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Lakeland Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Alaskan Klee Kai has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

Lakeland Terrier minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

While Alaskan Klee Kai dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Lakeland Terrier dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Run, Frisbee, Hike, Play keep away, Nap, Hunt, Chase, Fetch, Groom

Dog Parks

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Alaskan Klee Kai, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Lakeland Terrier, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Alaskan Klee Kai has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Lakeland Terriers have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-23 pound (4 - 10 kg) Alaskan Klee Kai feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 15-17 pound (7 - 8 kg) Lakeland Terrier feed 1.3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an Alaskan Klee Kai is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Lakeland Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Alaskan Klee Kai is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Lakeland Terrier is between $42 - $53. This makes an average of $504 - $636 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Alaskan Klee Kais are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

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

Lakeland Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Alaskan Klee Kais are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Alaskan Klee Kais are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Lakeland Terriers are not cat friendly.

Alaskan Klee Kais are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Lakeland Terriers are not dog-friendly.

Alaskan Klee Kais are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Alaskan Klee Kais are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Lakeland Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Alaskan Klee Kais are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Lakeland Terriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.