Chinook

The breed is derived from an single male dog born to a Northern Husky 1917 that produced a large, mixed breed dog. Chinook, as the pup was called was unlike either of his parents and therefore was then bred to combine the strength of a large sled dog, with the speed of smaller racing dogs. The versatile Chinook stands at 21 to 27 inches tall and weighs 55 to 70 pounds. The breed requires a small amount of exercise, and slim-to-no amount of care for its coat.