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East Siberian Laika

Country of Origin	Russia
Weight	40 - 53 lbs. (18 - 24 kg)
Height (at withers)	Males: 21.5 - 25 in. (55 - 63 cm) Females: 21 - 24 in. (53 - 61 cm)
Coat	The coat is a medium long double coat with straight coarse guard hair and a soft thick undercoat.
Colour	Black and tan, with light patches (called karamis), grizzle, patched, ticked, white, grey, black, red and brown of all shades.
Litter Size	4 - 6 puppies
Life Span	9 - 12 years
Origin & History	The breed designation was established at the All-Union Cynological Congress in 1947, along with that of the other three Laika breeds. The breed originated with dogs from the Lake Baikal region, Irkutsk Province, Evenki National Territory, the Amur River basin and Maritime Territory. The first breed standard was set by wildlife biologist K. G. Abramov. Systematic breeding began in the 1970s in government kennels at Irkutsk and in Leningrad.
Personality	Highly aggressive towards large predators, they are calm and well-tempered with people, although they can be good watchdogs and if encouraged will be protective against human intruders. Generally they seem to be good companion dogs. they can also be trained in obedience.

Health	Breed health concerns may include; allergies, hip dysplasia and epilepsy.
Grooming	This dog does not require a large amount of grooming.
Exercise	The ESL is a natural hunting dog used for a wide variety of small and large game, ranging from squirrels, marten, sable, and grouse to moose, bear, wild boar and mountain lions. They can also be used as sled dogs. This is a hunting dog that needs extensive amounts of exercise. Without it, the dog could become problematic for its owners. It should be taken on walks daily, and this dog is great for healthy people who love to jog and hike.
Other Considerations	While it can live in an apartment, it may perform better in a small yard. It is important for owners to make sure this dog is never unleashed in an unsecured area, as it may run off in the direction of the first interesting scent it picks up. It is important for owners to make sure these dogs are given lots of space to move around in.