Russian-European Laika
A medium Russian laika for forest hunting—balanced, biddable, and enduring.
Overview. The Russian-European Laika is a medium spitz developed in European Russia for hunting fur and game in the forest.
History & Origin
Standardized from the laikas of the European north; a calmer, more companionable Laika type.
Appearance & Coat
Compact and sturdy, with a dense coat in black, gray, or red with white and a curled tail.
Temperament
Even-tempered, trainable, and friendly, it bridges working dog and family pet.
Care & Exercise
Needs exercise and grooming; moderate prey drive.
FCI Recognition
Recognized by the FCI in Group 5 (Spitz and Primitive types).
