Husky Australian Shepherd Mix: The Complete Breed Guide

The Husky Australian Shepherd mix, also known as the Australian Shepherd Husky, is a designer dog breed that is a cross between the Siberian Husky and the Australian Shepherd dog breed.

And, as expected, this designer dog breed is energetic, which is something they inherited from their parent breeds, and they also inherited some of the most beautiful and best traits from their parents.

This designer dog breed is also a protective and loyal dog breed. These are also traits they inherited from their parents.

The Husky Australian Shepherd mix can also be referred to as the "Aussie Siberian".

You can adopt this designer dog breed and find them in certain breed rescues and shelters.

Generally, the Aussie Shepherd will be a great choice of pet for dog lovers and owners who love hiking and also enjoy being outdoors.

They love to be in large open spaces where they can use up their energy, as they are high-energy dogs since their ancestors were working dogs.

I would strongly recommend this hybrid dog to dog owners and lovers who can deal with dogs with high energy levels, people who are active and energetic, naturists, and hikers.

In this guide, important details and facts about the Australian Shepherd Husky, or Aussie Shepherd, and its characteristics will also be discussed.

Aussie Shepherd’s Parent Breeds

You must learn more about the parents of a mixed dog breed to be able to know more about it.

And since the Aussie Shepherd is a mixed breed, we will be looking at its parents to know what to expect from it, what it needs, and so on.

There is no breed standard for the Australian Shepherd Husky yet, as it is a rather new dog breed, so we will be looking at its parent breeds to know what to expect.

The Siberian Husky

The Siberian Husky originated in Siberia, and this is a place where it was used to move people and goods between tribes—the role of a sled dog.

The Siberian Husky was bred to be able to withstand the harsh Arctic weather. This also made it powerful, energetic, and athletic.

And, to date, it still possesses its immense energy even though it is no longer used as a sled dog. In the canine world, this designer dog breed is one of the most active.

So, you should be sure to get a great amount of exercise per day, around 1 hour and 30 minutes of exercise each day.

According to the American Kennel Club (AKC), the Siberian Husky is now regarded as the 14th most popular dog breed in America, and it is also now a loving and cute family pet.

This dog breed is considered to be adorable, charming, playful, and unreserved, and for active families that are ready to give it quality, required attention, and affection, it is also considered to be the most wonderful pet.

And, when we are talking about the weight and height of a Siberian Husky, it weighs around 35 pounds to 60 pounds, and as for its height, it is between 20 inches and 23 ½ inches, so you will say this dog breed is a medium-sized dog.

Its coat is dense and hairy, which is an advantage in cold weather as it helps keep it warm.

The Australian Shepherd

Also, according to the American Kennel Club, the Australian Shepherd is regarded as the 13th most popular breed, and this is according to the AKC’s 2019 registration statistics.

The Australian Shepherd is also a medium-sized dog, with its height measuring around 18 inches to 23 inches and its weight weighing around 40 pounds to 65 pounds.

This dog breed is considered to be very intelligent, task-oriented, and high-spirited. It was originally bred to herd the cowboy’s cattle.

This dog breed has great working energy; you need to get its energy used up in one way or another, so this is to say that this dog breed will require extreme exercise per day for at least 1 hour.

At first, this dog breed is rather detached from strangers but becomes quite friendly after some proper introductions.

Same with the Siberian Husky, its coat is also extremely hairy, and it possesses very distinguishable qualities, which are its multicolor specks and patches.

And, thanks to the lovely nature of this dog breed, its popularity is increasing rapidly.

Aussie Siberian

Now, here comes the designer dog breed, the Aussie Siberian, a cross between the Siberian Husky and the Australian Shepherd.

This mixed breed is considered to have been first bred in 2004, although its specific origins are yet to be known.

As you know, it is rather a new designer dog breed, and there are higher chances that it was purposely bred to be a great family pet and to also be popular for its distinctive looks and colors, as well as its quirkiness.

Temperament and Intelligence of the Australian Shepherd Husky Mix

The Australian Shepherd Husky mix is best recommended for active families and people who love hiking.

As expected, this designer dog breed is an energetic and loyal companion. They possess immense energy and intelligence.

This designer dog breed is super task-oriented as it comes from a lineage of working parent breeds.

You should make sure you always engage your pooch, and this should be both mentally and physically, as they need to have their immense energy used up through both physical and mental exercise.

Requirements for Food and Diet

When you are preparing the diet of your Husky Australian Shepherd mix, you should remember that it’s a medium-sized dog breed with a high energy level.

Some factors determine how much you feed your pooch, and they include its size, activity level, and age.

But there’s a general recommendation on how much you can feed your pooch, and that is, in the morning, you can feed it a cup of dry kibble, while in the evening, just one cup.

And, to avoid obesity, you can also include fish oil in your pooch's diet.

You should also know that your pooch’s diet will change with age and that this is the same with all other dog breeds.

To get the proper quantities of nutrients and vitamins for your pooch, you should seek the advice of your veterinarian for recommendations for your pooch’s diet.

Health Issues

The fact is that the Husky Australian Shepherd mix will likely suffer from some of the same health issues that its parents, the Siberian Husky and the Australian Shepherd, were prone to.

Although most of these designer dog breeds are quite healthy, some of them will still suffer from some health issues, so it will be wise and important to take good care of your pooch and also go for regular checkups with your veterinarian.

Below are some of the health issues an Australian Shepherd/Husky mix can be prone to:

Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Blood Disease
Elbow Dysplasia
Heat Stroke
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataract

Size and Appearance

In terms of their shape, the Siberian Husky and the Australian Shepherd, which are both the parents of this designer dog breed, look alike.

So, the estimated height of the Australian Husky will be around 19 inches to 23 inches, and as for its weight, it is likely to weigh around 40 pounds to 60 pounds.

You won’t be able to see the muscles of this designer dog breed under its coat, even though it is an athletic dog.

The Australian Husky will also possess medium-sized triangle ears, which will either stand straight or flop down, or probably a combination of both.

Both its parents, the Siberian Husky and the Australian Shepherd, possess bright blue, amber, or brown-colored eyes, so you should expect their eye colors to vary.

The looks of this designer dog breed are very diverse, and this also goes for puppies from the same litter.

Although this is a unique trait, some people find it very captivating.

So, what can you expect? You should expect varied eye colors, the spotted Australian coat, or even the combination of the Husky markings and the Australian Shepherd coat, which is the most desirable appearance and influences its high price.

Training

The Husky Australian Shepherd mix is quite easy to train and also quite zealous about learning new things.

This is thanks to the extreme intelligence and smarts it inherited from its parents.

Learning and mastering basic things won’t be difficult for them.

Even after long walks, you should still train your Australian Shepherd Husky mix, as it is a high-energy dog.

Doing this and keeping it busy both mentally and physically will help keep it obedient and less hyper, which is good for everyone.

Coat Color and Grooming

The Aussie Shepherd will mostly come in the combination of its parents’ coats and colors, the Siberian Husky and Australian Shepherd.

Although they have main coat colors, which are white, black, brown, cream, and tan.

They also come in an attractive combination or mixture of any of the following colors:

The Aussie Shepherd often possesses short or medium-length coats, and in general, I would not recommend this designer dog breed for people who suffer from allergies.

This designer dog breed is very likely to shed a lot. And they will need some good brushes for their coats each week.

Using a mild shampoo to not wash off the natural oils from its coat, you should bathe this hybrid dog only when needed.

You can also spread the natural oils all over its coat by brushing it.

The Aussie Shepherd breed is bred to be able to withstand any weather conditions, both favorable and unfavorable.

Exercise

The Australian Shepherd Husky mix can be very stubborn and troublesome if you don’t provide it with the necessary avenues to help it use up its high energy.

They love being outside. They are also very active and will enjoy various intense activities like hiking up a mountain or hopping through meadows.

But you should know that your pooch requires mental exercise as much as it needs physical exercise. Both are very important.

Puppy Costs

The average estimate for the cost of Husky Australian Shepherd mix puppies is around $500 to $1,400.

And it is much less expensive than other Siberian Husky or Australian Shepherd crossbreeds.

The above-estimated cost does not include its other expenses, like its medical and non-medical expenses, supplies, vaccines, and training costs, which can be estimated to be around $4,000 during its first year.

The Verdict

The Husky Australian Shepherd mix breed is fairly healthy, and with the right amount of care and maintenance, this designer dog breed can live up to 10 to 14 years.