Alaskan Klee Kai Dog Breed

The Alaskan Klee Kai is a captivating and relatively rare breed that originated in the United States, specifically in Alaska in the 1970s. These small to medium-sized dogs closely resemble their larger cousin, the Siberian Husky, but they are pint-sized, making them a perfect choice for those who love the Husky look in a more manageable package. They are known for their striking appearance, with expressive almond-shaped eyes and distinct facial markings. Despite their Husky-like appearance, they are not sled dogs but rather make exceptional family companions. Klee Kais are intelligent, alert, and agile, often excelling in obedience and agility training. They are known for their loving and loyal nature towards their families, although they can be reserved around strangers. Their captivating appearance and charming personality make them an ideal choice for individuals and families seeking a unique and devoted canine companion.

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Dan Sayers

Dan Sayers is the Editor-in-Chief of SHOWSIGHT digital and print publications. He received a B.S. from Drexel University where he studied interior architectural design. His professional career has allowed him to develop his planning, problem-solving, and project management skills, which were employed in the office, educational, and financial sectors. While working as a project manager, he earned a Graphic Design Certificate from the University of the Arts and began creating ads for many of America’s top-winning show dogs. Through this work, Dan became Editor-in-Chief of the nation’s first online-only dog show publication. His current role expands on this experience and broadly extends to cover the sport of dogs in Companion and Performance events as well as all aspects of Conformation.

Dan is a long-time member of the Irish Water Spaniel Club of America and is the organization’s current AKC Delegate and Archivist/Historian, as well as a club-approved Breed Mentor. From 2000-2010, he was the club’s AKC Gazette Columnist. He breeds Irish Water Spaniels under the Quiet Storm prefix and has judged the IWSCA National Specialty Sweepstakes twice. Dan is a member of the Morris and Essex Kennel Club as well as the Dog Writers Association of America, which recognized his illustrations in the award-winning canine compendium, the Encyclopedia of K-9 Terminology.