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Pomsky

The internet's favorite Husky-Pom mashup.

Weight: 20–30 lbs
Height: 10–15 in
Lifespan: 12–15 yrs

In short

The Pomsky is a designer cross of the Pomeranian and Siberian Husky, developed in the USA in the 2010s as a companion, weighing 20–30 lbs and living 12–15 years. Size and temperament vary a lot between puppies, and most inherit the Husky's energy, vocal streak and escape skills.

Is it right for you?

A great match if you…

want a Husky look in a smaller package
can give it real daily exercise
don't mind lots of hair and talking

Think twice if you…

live in a hot climate
need a quiet dog for an apartment
want a predictable adult size and temperament

The daily plan

Exercise: 90–120 min
Training: 3–5 × 5–10 min
Treat limit: 60–80 kcal

At a glance

TrainabilityWilling learner7.5/10

EnergyAthlete8.5/10

Calm at homeSettles well6.0/10

SheddingHeavy shedder8.0/10

What sets it apart

01
Husky-style markings
Many have a Husky mask and blue or bicolor eyes, but looks vary a lot, even in one litter.
02
Thick double coat
Sheds heavily, especially in seasonal coat blows; never shave it.
03
Escape-artist streak
Husky genes bring digging, climbing and running off, so secure the yard.

Size & coat

Specification	Male	Female
Weight	22–30 lbs	20–27 lbs
Height	11–15 in	10–14 in
Lifespan	12–15 yrs
Coat	Thick, plush double coat

Side profile 10–15 in at the shoulder

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Personality

Pomskies are playful, curious and bold, and they talk back with yips and howls. Expect a mix of Pom attachment and Husky independence, and expect it to vary from dog to dog.

With kids

Can do well with older, respectful kids. Some are nippy or impatient with toddlers.

With other pets

Usually good with other dogs; Husky prey drive can make cats and small pets a risk.

With strangers

Often wary or vocal with strangers until introduced.

Alone time

Prone to boredom barking and destruction when left too long. Plan exercise before alone time.

Training

Pomskies are smart but stubborn, with Husky independence and a short attention span. Short, upbeat, varied sessions work best; repetition doesn't.

How often

3–5 sessions a day of 5–10 minutes each, spread through the day.
Socialize early (8–16 weeks)

Between 8–16 weeks, prioritize calm exposure to visitors, kids and small animals, plus handling for heavy grooming.
Self-control

Recall and a 'quiet' cue matter most. Practice recall on a long line and reward calm after one or two barks.
What it works for

Most work for food and play. Use small, high-value pieces within 10% of daily calories, and switch rewards often to hold their interest.

Exercise

Pomskies need vigorous daily exercise plus mental work. The Husky side wants to run and explore, and boredom turns into noise and digging.

Exercise a day 90–120 min

CouchModerateAthlete

Good outlets

Brisk walks or jogs on a harness
Off-leash play in a securely fenced area
Hiking in cool weather

Brain work

Food puzzles and snuffle mats
Trick training
Scent games and treat hunts

Best home

Better in a house with a secure, dig-proof fence; apartments only with lots of exercise. Cold-tolerant, heat-sensitive.

Watch for The thick coat makes heat a risk, and Husky genes make off-leash running a gamble.

Feeding

Adult maintenance for a typical Pomsky (20–30 lbs) lands around 575–800 kcal a day. Feed to body condition, not the bag's chart alone, and keep treats inside the 10% rule.

Puppy (to 12 mo)

Daily calories: 725–1,000 kcal
Protein: 26–30%
Fat: 16–20%
Treat limit, all treats: 75–100 kcal
Saylor's liver, suggested: 4–5 pieces a day

Adult Maintenance

Daily calories: 575–800 kcal
Protein: 24–28%
Fat: 14–18%
Treat limit, all treats: 60–80 kcal
Saylor's liver, suggested: 3–4 pieces a day

Active / Working

Daily calories: 800–1,100 kcal
Protein: 26–30%
Fat: 18–22%
Treat limit, all treats: 80–110 kcal
Saylor's liver, suggested: 4–6 pieces a day

Senior

Daily calories: 500–700 kcal
Protein: 24–28%
Fat: 12–16%
Treat limit, all treats: 50–70 kcal
Saylor's liver, suggested: 3–4 pieces a day

Compare every life stage

Life stage	Daily calories	Protein	Fat	Treat limit (all treats)	Saylor's liver, suggested / day
Puppy (to 12 mo)	725–1,000 kcal	26–30%	16–20%	75–100 kcal	4–5 pieces
Adult Maintenance	575–800 kcal	24–28%	14–18%	60–80 kcal	3–4 pieces
Active / Working	800–1,100 kcal	26–30%	18–22%	80–110 kcal	4–6 pieces
Senior	500–700 kcal	24–28%	12–16%	50–70 kcal	3–4 pieces

The treat limit is the 10% rule for every treat combined. Saylor's liver is suggested at about 2% of daily calories, as a small topper: liver is very rich in vitamin A, so it should not become a staple. Check with your vet if your dog has a health condition or a special diet.

Health & grooming

Pomskies can inherit hip dysplasia and eye disease from the Husky and knee, trachea and dental issues from the Pomeranian. A breeder who screens both parents matters most.

Watch for	Ask the breeder or vet for	When
Hip dysplasia	OFA or PennHIP hip evaluation	Once, in breeding dogs (ask the breeder)
Juvenile cataracts and other eye disease	Eye exam by a veterinary ophthalmologist (CAER)	Yearly in breeding dogs
Patellar luxation	OFA patella exam	Once, in breeding dogs (ask the breeder)
Heart disease	Cardiac exam by a veterinarian	In breeding dogs
Siberian Husky Polyneuropathy (SHPN1)	DNA test (results registered with the OFA)	Once (a DNA result does not change)
Siberian Husky Shaking Puppy Syndrome (SPS1)	DNA test (results registered with the OFA)	Once (a DNA result does not change)

Health tests to ask for

The Pomsky has no CHIC program of its own, so ask for the tests the OFA requires for each parent breed.

Pomeranian parent

Heart exam
Kneecap (patella) check
One elective test from the breed club list

Full Pomeranian list on OFA.org

Siberian Husky parent

Eye exam (ophthalmologist)
Hip evaluation
Siberian Husky Polyneuropathy (SHPN1)
Siberian Husky Shaking Puppy Syndrome (SPS1)

Full Siberian Husky list on OFA.org

Grooming Heavy, with twice-yearly coat blows

Brush 2–3 times a week with a slicker and undercoat rake, daily during coat blows. Never shave. Trim nails every 2–3 weeks, check ears weekly and brush teeth daily.

History

1900s

Siberian Husky

The Siberian Husky came to Alaska as a sled dog in the early 1900s.
1800s

Pomeranian

The Pomeranian was bred down from larger spitz dogs, helped by Queen Victoria's interest.
2010s

Pomsky emerges

Online interest in Husky-Pomeranian crosses led US breeders to develop the Pomsky. Major kennel clubs don't recognize it.

Questions owners ask

Are Pomskies easy to train?

Not especially. They are smart but stubborn, with a short attention span, so keep sessions short and varied. Recall and barking take ongoing work.

Are Pomskies good with kids and other pets?

Sometimes. They can do well with older, respectful kids and other dogs, but some are nippy with toddlers and chase small pets.

How much exercise does a Pomsky need?

About 90–120 minutes a day, including brisk walks and play. They need mental work too, or they get noisy and destructive.

Do Pomskies shed?

Yes, a lot. Brush 2–3 times a week and daily during coat blows, and never shave the double coat.

What health problems do Pomskies have, and how long do they live?

They typically live 12–15 years. Watch for hip dysplasia, eye disease, patellar luxation, collapsing trachea and dental disease, and ask for hip, eye and knee results on both parents.

Is a Pomsky good for apartments or first-time owners?

Usually not. Their energy, barking and stubbornness challenge first-timers, and adult size and temperament are hard to predict.

Freeze Dried Beef Liver Dog Treats

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We're restocking. When it's back, a Pomsky needs only 3–4 pieces a day, well inside the 60–80 kcal treat limit.

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Where the Pomsky ranks

Health tests follow the OFA's CHIC program. The treat limit is 10% of daily calories for all treats combined. Every dog is different, so use this as a starting point and ask your vet about yours.