Alaskan Malamute tops our list with impressive strength. Majestic, affectionate giants, weighing over 85 pounds and 25 inches tall. Ideal for pulling heavy loads, loyal to their human families.
Siberian Husky, close rival to Malamute. Striking looks with captivating blue eyes and mask-like pattern. Endurance and agility famed in polar expeditions and dog sled racing.
Samoyed, top sled dog choice. Affectionate and friendly. Distinctive "smile" and charm. Ideal for families. Bred for herding and pulling sleds in cold climates.
Canadian Eskimo Dog, ancient Arctic breed, 4,000-year history. Incredibly strong for hauling freight across long distances. Now rare, conservation efforts in place to preserve this remarkable sled dog.
Greenland Dogs: Resemble Arctic Wolves, robust sled dogs from Greenland. Thrive in harshest Arctic conditions with water-resistant coat. Vital for Inuit hunters and sled-pulling, strong teamwork.
Rare sled dog breed, Chinook, developed in New Hampshire. Strong, fast, and intelligent, ideal for polar expeditions. Friendly temperament, great companions for families and mushers.
Eurohounds: Sleek sled dog racers, Nordic-Greyhound crosses. Exceptional speed and endurance, dominant competitors. Thrive on high-energy activities, need active lifestyle for physical
Sakhalin Husky, or Karafuto Ken, from Japan's Sakhalin Island. Once sled dogs, now critically endangered. Preservation efforts ongoing to protect this unique breed from extinction.