Editing Sled dog (section)

==== Yakutian Laika ====

[[File:Yakutian Laika010.jpg|thumb|Yakutian Laika]]
The [[Yakutian Laika]] is an ancient working dog breed that originated in the Arctic seashore of the [[Sakha Republic|Sakha (Yakutia) Republic]]. In terms of functionality, Yakutian Laikas are a [[Laika (dog breed)|sled laika]], being able to herd, hunt, and as well as haul freight. The Yakutian Laika is recognized by the [[Fédération Cynologique Internationale]] (FCI)<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.fci.be/en/nomenclature/YAKUTIAN-LAIKA-365.html|title=Yakutskaya Laika}}</ref> and the AKC's [[American Kennel Club#Foundation Stock Service|Foundation Stock Service]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/foundation-stock-service-program/program-home/|title = Foundation Stock Service® Program Home}}</ref> The Yakutian Laika is a medium size, strong and compact dog, with powerful muscles and thick double coat to handle bitter Arctic temperatures.<ref>{{Cite web | url=http://yakutian-laika.com/sites/default/files/docs/yakutskaya_layka_standart_na_russkom_dlya_publikacii_na_sayte_rkf_26.09.2019.pdf | title=Yakutian Laika | access-date=2024-06-11}}</ref> They were the preferred dog of Russian polar explorer [[Georgy Ushakov]], who prized them for their hardiness and versatility, being able to hunt seals and polar bears as well as haul sleds for thousands of miles.<ref name=":0"/>