Plus, five things to know before adding one of these mixed-breed dogs to your family.
It’s not surprising to see Husky mixed breeds cropping up on the streets and social media. With their stunning light-blue eyes, beautiful fluffy coats, and wolf-like appearance, no one can deny that the Husky is a handsome breed. Huskies have become exceedingly popular, so it’s only natural for people to start daydreaming about all the cuteness that could come from mixing them with another breed. And you don’t need to go to a breeder to get one of these designer dogs — you can find Husky mixes in rescues and shelters all over the country.
Like any mixed breed, their genes can manifest in all sorts of ways. The height, weight, coloring, and coat length of these Husky mixed breeds vary wildly, depending on which parent the pup takes after. It’s all genetics, so just because you see a Golden Retriever and Husky hybrid with blue eyes and golden fur doesn’t mean that’s exactly what you’re going to get.
Some of these mixes might have short, low-shedding fur, while others are small enough to stick in your bag and tote around town. But most of these dogs are most likely going to be highly active, pretty stubborn, and require a lot of grooming — so they aren’t for everyone. Below, all the Husky mixes you may encounter.
Pomsky: Pomeranian and Husky mix
The Pomsky is a fluffy, double-coated, affectionate pup. They fall somewhere between small and medium in scale, depending on how large their parents were. These pups may inherit a high-prey drive from their Husky parent and a protective tendency from the Pomeranian parent, which means they aren’t best-suited for families with small children and other pets. It’s important to train them when they’re still puppies, because they can be willful and stubborn. But that’s not to say that they’re not huge snugglers.
Estimated size: 7 to 38 pounds
Horgi (or Siborgis): Corgi and Husky mix
The Horgi are a popular mix between Corgis and Huskies. This breed of pup will likely inherit the Corgi’s herding instinct and the Husky’s prey drive. Unless you want to be herded around your kitchen, they will need to be trained out of that behavior. But because both breeds are considered working dogs, your Horgi will be eager to learn. This type of pup will have plenty of energy, so they’re a better pet for active pet parents who enjoy long walks, hikes, and plenty of playtime.
Estimated size: 20 to 50 pounds
Goberian (or Goldsky): Golden Retriever and Husky mix
The Goberian is a medium-to-large mix of the Golden Retriever and Husky. High-energy, playful, and loving, the Goberian can be a great pet for families with yards. This pup does love to be around their pet parents, so they can be prone to destructive separation anxiety if left alone for too long. They’re highly intelligent, sometimes mischievous (especially if their personality is more like a Husky than a Retriever), so mentally stimulating dog toys are a necessity to keep them calm and happy. This mixed breed also is prone to perpetual shedding, and pet parents should be prepared to commit to a lot of grooming and vacuuming.
Estimated size: 50 to 90 pounds
Shepsky: German Shepherd and Husky mix
The Shepsky, a mix between a German Shepherd and Husky, is the ultimate work dog. Combining these two high-energy, devoted, and intelligent breeds has resulted in a mix that needs lots of mentally stimulating activity (or a job) instigated by a confident, experienced pet parent. Both breeds are pack animals, so they look to a leader to be told how to behave (although they will sometimes challenge that leadership). They can act out and become destructive if they’re left alone too long. These pups are best for active pet parents. This crossbreed can live with other pets and older children, but needs to be socialized early in order to keep the overprotective behavior at bay. The Shepsky does vary in eye color and fur color, but one thing is for sure — these cold-weather pups will shed continuously, in addition to going through a few, big shedding seasons.
Estimated size: 45 to 88 pounds
Pitsky: PitBull and Husky mix
The Pitsky, a combination of a Husky and a Pit Bull, is the first short-haired Husky mix on this list (though they can sometimes have longer hair). This pup is a better choice for those who don’t want to spend a lot of time and effort when it comes to grooming. That said, the Pitsky is an affectionate family dog with boundless energy. They require at least two hours of exercise, so they’re a better fit for an active pet parent with whom they can go on adventures. If socialized early, they can be good, loyal, and snuggly additions to families. It is recommended that they remain supervised around other household pets, because they have a high prey drive and a tendency to challenge other animals for the role of pack leader.
Estimated size: 30 to 80 pounds
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