11/24/2025
This is great information and explains the differences!
Update: Guys I am not going to take hate on either side. This is an educational post taken points from both breed standards. There is nothing wrong with comparing and contrasting. If you're going to be mean to either side I will block you. Differing opinions are absolutely welcome but kindness is also required. As stated in this post both are a good option for the individual wanting those traits. AKK breeders and Pomsky breeders have come together in a general agreement on both sides. Pros and Cons have been added. Again, I will not tolerate hate towards either. Be kind.
The Pomsky vs. The Alaskan Klee Kai
One of the most common arguments between those wanting a miniature husky:
“Should I get a Pomsky or an Alaskan Klee Kai?”
Here are three clear facts that compare the AKK vs. the Pomsky:
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1. Breed Origins
Alaskan Klee Kai (AKK)
They were created in the 1970s using Alaskan Husky, Siberian Husky, American Eskimo Dog, and Schipperke.
Pomsky
Also know as the Artic Spitz, Pomskies come from Siberian Husky, Pomeranian, and occasionally American Eskimo Dog lines.
To move toward AKC recognition, a breed must have three or more foundation breeds—something the APKC has already approved for the Pomsky. This breed was created in 2011.
They are currently accepted into the ARBA.
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2. Breed Recognition
AKK
Despite common belief, the AKK is not yet fully classed into an AKC Category.
The AKC is considered the gold standard of purebred registries, but the AKK is in the Miscellaneous Category which is the next step toward recognition. Full AKC status can take decades and requires generations of documented pedigrees. They are however very close! 🤩 They are currently UKC though! Once registered they will be into the non-sporting group!
Pomsky
Pomskies have been around for just over a decade. Breeders within the APKC are actively working to track pedigrees, develop consistency, and establish a healthy breed standard—following the same steps the AKK community took. It is also a requirement that ALL breeding dogs are Embark tested - many purebred breeders do not even do this - they only test for 4-5 conditions vs the full 200+ that Pomsky breeders do.
The difference? The AKK has a 50-year head start.
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3. Temperament
AKK
The biggest drawback for many families is the AKK temperament. While beautiful, the sometimes breed:
✅️ May be reserved or aloof
✅️ Can be standoffish with unfamiliar people
✅️ Can have a strong prey drive
✅️ Some are more vocal
However they are also....
✅️ Loyal
✅️ Playful
✅️ Good with other dogs
✅️ More consistent on sizing, coat & eye color.
Pomsky
More often than not Pomskies tend to be the complete opposite in temperament:
✅️Friendly, outgoing, and affectionate
✅️Welcoming toward new people
✅️Generally good with smaller animals (with exceptions in larger generations).
✅️Far less vocal than huskies—often only occasional “woo-woos” or alert barks.
However they are also....
✅️ Harder to predict sizing
✅️ Come in a huge variety of colors & coat types which makes predicting hard again.
✅️ Can be a bit harder to nail down personality traits due to the diversity of the individual dogs.
Both have a very adaptable nature makes them a wonderful fit for for diverse households.
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Final Thoughts
Both are beautiful, intelligent, atheltic and loyal and overall quite similar! There are a few small differences that may sway you one way ot the other. Both choices are GREAT choices! Who doesn't love a minature husky either way! ❤️🙏
Please remember there will be outliers in every breed and they are not a one size fits all. Check out the breed clubs for more information and buy from REPUTABLE breeders only!
**All dogs vary individually and it is important to know not all AKK are not bad and not all Pomskies are good. Individuality, how they are raised and more goes into a good dog becoming a great one.
Links ❤️
https://www.akkcoa.org/
https://www.ukcdogs.com/alaskan-klee-kai
https://pomskyownersassociation.com/
https://americanpomskykennelclub.org/
