Huskador
Canis lupus familiaris
Also called Siberian Retriever, Husky Lab, Husky Labrador mix
From Designer cross of recent decades with no single recorded origin; the Husky parent comes from eastern Siberia and the Labrador from Newfoundland, developed further in Britain.1234
A friendly guide, not veterinary advice. For anything about your pet's health, ask your vet.
At a glance the quick version
K9 of Mine gives 40-60 lb (about 18-27 kg) and Canine Journal 40-75 lb (about 18-34 kg), with no split by sex. Each dog's size depends on what it inherits from the two parents.
Coat and looks how to spot one
short to medium dense double coat
An athletic, long-legged dog with a thick double coat that is usually short to medium in length. Some look more like a Lab, others more like a Husky, and eyes can be brown, blue or one of each.125
Personality what they are like
A cheerful, curious and affectionate dog that pairs the Lab's eagerness to please with the Husky's independent spirit. It is clever and enjoys having something to do, though it can be a bit headstrong at times. Which parent shows through more varies from dog to dog.125
Daily activity how busy a day looks
Very high. At least two good walks of 30 minutes or more each day, plus chances to run off-lead in safe areas and games like fetch, frisbee or swimming.21
Grooming and care the hands-on bits
Brush weekly most of the year and daily when the coat is moulting, as these dogs shed a lot, especially in spring. Check and clean ears weekly.21
Home where they are happiest
Best with active owners and a moderate to large secure garden where the dog can stretch its legs.1
Food basics what goes in the bowl
A complete, good-quality diet with balanced protein, fats and carbohydrates, portioned to keep the dog lean. Smaller meals spread through the day are suggested.12
Company who they like around
Loves company and usually gets on well with children and other dogs when socialised. Does best in a home where it is not left alone for long periods.21
The story where it all began
The Huskador has been bred on purpose only in the last couple of decades. Its Husky side was developed by the Chukchi people of Siberia as sled dogs, while the Labrador descends from St. John's water dogs of Newfoundland and was refined by British breeders in the 1880s.134
Fun facts for the dinner table
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Huskadors often have one brown and one blue eye, a look inherited from the Husky side.1
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The Husky parent breed is famous for the 1925 serum run to Nome, Alaska, where sled dogs like Togo and Balto carried medicine across hundreds of miles.3
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The Labrador parent is named after the Labrador region of Newfoundland, where its water-dog ancestors came from.4
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Huskadors have been used in search and rescue, tracking and therapy work.1
Recognised by the official bits
- The Royal Kennel Club
- Crossbreeds are not recognised as pedigree breeds, but they can be registered on the Activity Register and take part in agility, obedience and similar events.5
- Designer Breed Registry (DBR)
- Listed by the Designer Breed Registry, according to K9 of Mine.1
The care rhythm Furry Diary remembers it for you
A typical home-care rhythm for a Huskador. It is our own starting plan, not a vet's advice, and you can change every line in the app.
- Brushingevery week
- Bathevery 8 weeks
- Nail trimSooner if you hear clicking on the floorevery month
- Ear checkevery 2 weeks
- Teeth brushingDaily brushing is idealevery 2 days
- ExerciseDaily walks and playevery day
- Flea, tick and worm protectionSchedule as your vet recommendsas your vet recommends
- Vet check-upevery year
Parents and lookalikes
Siberian Husky
Labrador Retriever
Shepsky
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Where this comes from
Every breed page shows where each fact comes from. If we got something wrong, sorry, we are pet people, not a science magazine. Tell us at [email protected] and we will fix it.
- Huskador 101 - K9 of Mine k9ofmine.comused for names, origin, size, lifespan, coat, eyes, temperament, care, fun facts
- Husky Labrador Mix - Canine Journal caninejournal.comused for size, lifespan, coat, colours, exercise, grooming, diet, social
- Siberian Husky - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.orgused for parent history, fun fact
- Labrador Retriever - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.orgused for parent history, fun fact
- What is a crossbreed dog? - The Royal Kennel Club royalkennelclub.comused for recognition, trait variability
Checked 2026-10-01. Text is written in our own words from these sources.