Active
Playful
Aloof
Independent
Happy
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Assertive
Easygoing
Willful

Active
Curious
Loyal
Territorial
Agile
Intelligent
Quick

Maltese, Tibetan Spaniel

Alaskan Husky, Siberian Husky

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

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

Late 20th Century

1970s

Brown

Blue
Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Sable
Red
Fawn
Cream
White
Black

Black
Sable
Silver
Red
Brown
Gray

A Tibetan Spaltese can have a litter of 3-6 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.

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.

Tibetan Spalteses are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

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

Alaskan Klee Kais are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation

Hydrocephalus
Obesity
Portosystemic Shunt

Bleeding Disorder

Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Testing

OFA
Yearly Physical Examination
Blood Tests and Blood Count

Tibetan Spalteses have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

Tibetan Spalteses are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Tibetan Spaltese dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Alaskan Klee Kais are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Tibetan Spaltese, it's at least 8 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 Alaskan Klee Kai, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Tibetan Spalteses usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Alaskan Klee Kais usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

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

Ideally, Tibetan Spaltese should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Alaskan Klee Kai should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Dematter
Scissors
Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Tibetan Spaltese is somewhere $0.40 - $0.60 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Tibetan Spaltese is between $21 - $28. This makes an average of $252 - $336 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 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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Tibetan Spalteses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Tibetan Spalteses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

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

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

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

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

Tibetan Spalteses have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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