Itahni Kennels is the proud founder and breeder of the Australian Laika – a breed mix comprised of Alaskan Malamute, Samoyed (also a type of Laika) and Siberian Husky genetics. The Russian term Laika refers to a versatile, primitive dog type that has a high prey drive for hunting and ability to pull sleds. The dogs we breed enjoy working within their innate skillset, competing in sports such as sledding, lure coursing and scent work.

Aside from this, they are incredible, family-oriented members of our home whose appearance is not unlike that of the Yakutian Laika. Our Australian Laikas, formerly referred to as Malamoyeds, are bred to a breed standard, undergo rigorous health testing and are proven through gaining titles within their sporting disciplines. Itahni Kennels are the only breeders of the Australian Laika and take pride in producing quality canine companions who are unique and an asset to our small Perth based team.