East Siberian Laika Physical Appearance

Considering to adopt an East Siberian Laika Dog and want to know what is the general appearance of East Siberian Laika or what are the common colours of an East Siberian Laika?

Learn more details about the colors, weight and height of East Siberian Laika Dogs from this page.


East Siberian Laika Appearance

East Siberian Laika Size, Height and Weight

    Consider the personality traits and appearance of the East Siberian Laika, as this breed is not for everyone. Use this information below to see if an East Siberian Laika would suit your lifestyle and household.

    Size of East Siberian Laika: The East Siberian Laika Dog is a large sized dog.

    Height of East Siberian Laika:
  • Male: 22–26 inches (55–66 cm)
  • Female: 20–24 inches (51–60 cm)

  • Weight of East Siberian Laika:
  • 45-55 pounds (20-24 kg)

    The Popular Colours of East Siberian Laika Dogs

  • Black
  • Brown
  • Grey
  • White


East Siberian Laika Appearance

East Siberian Laika Information

Males are 55 to 66 centimetres (22 to 26 in), while females are on the smaller side at 51 to 60 centimetres (20 to 24 in). Black and tan, with light patches (called karamis), grizzle, patched, ticked, white, grey, black, red and brown of all shades. There are two major types, the Evenki and the Irkutsk; other less important types are the Yakutia, Amur and Tofolar. These types vary in color and physique, as the ESL is still more of a diverse conglomerate breed than the other three Russian Laika breeds. Physically the ESL is somewhat rangy, nearly square in proportion, slightly higher at the withers than at the croup, robust in bone; head shape varies with the regional varieties. Ears are erect and triangular, the tail carried in a curve over the back. The coat is a medium long double coat with straight coarse guard hair and a soft thick undercoat.

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 and can also be trained in obedience.

What to do if you lose your East Siberian Laika

If your East Siberian Laika Dog or any other pet has gone missing and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. Register your missing pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. Register the lost pet on the Local Facebook Lost Pets Groups Here.

3. Telephone the local vets to see if someone has handed in your missing pet.

4. Telephone the RSPCA or Visit the RSPCA Lost Pets website and complete a Lost Pet Report.

5. Visit Lost Pets Pages of Animal Pounds.

What to do if you find a lost East Siberian Laika

If you find a East Siberian Laika Dog or any other pet and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. Report the found pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. Register the missing pet on the Local Facebook Lost Pets Groups.

3. Phone the Local Council to collect the lost animal.

4. Take the pet to the local Animal Shelter assigned to your area.

5. Take the animal to the local Vet who can scan the animal’s microchip and locate the registered pet owner.

Laws Regarding Missing Pets

1. It is against the law to keep any animal that you find.

2. Pets are generally considered property and it is illegal to take and keep someone else’s property.

3. You must contact your local animal control unit and file a FOUND AN ANIMAL report for any dog or cat you find.

4. To reclaim your lost dog, cat or other pet from the animal shelter you must pay a release fee.

5. If your dog or cat is unregistered, you will have to register your pet before you can take it home.