Have you ever met a husky with green eyes? They’re extremely rare to find, but they exist!
If you’re wondering what’s the secret behind this color and if it has any health meaning, you’ve come to the right place. We’re gonna cover everything about green eyed huskies including where to look for them, so keep reading!
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How Can Huskies Have Green Eyes?
Finding a husky with green eyes is pretty rare, and most of the time, it’s more of a shade of amber than green. But what’s the secret behind the shimmering color?
Genetics plays the biggest role in deciding which eye color your husky will have. For instance, research shows that blue eyes in Siberian Huskies are caused by a mutation on a specific canine chromosome. The same goes for the rest of the colors.
Another factor is the concentration of melanin. Dark colors, like brown, are a result of a high concentration of melanin. Meanwhile, blue means the opposite, as it is the color with the least melanin concentration. Green falls between the two, though it’s much closer to blue than brown.
A combination of genetics and just the right amount of melanin will give your husky spectacular green eyes.
How Rare Are Green Eyed Huskies?
Huskies with green eyes are, next to parti-eyed huskies, the rarest of them all. Only ~5% of the breed are born with green eyes, so if you spot one, you’ll know it’s an unusual husky!
Green eyes are so rare for huskies that the AKC (American Kennel Club) doesn’t include this feature in the breed standard.
Are Green Eyes a Sign of Illness?
Green eyes wouldn’t be a sign of illness if your pet was born with them. Puppy eye color tends to change and stabilize after they’re about 5-8 weeks old. So any alterations that happen until then, whether that includes the color blue, brown, green, or a little bit of everything, is something you shouldn’t worry about.
However, after the husky is half a year or a year old, the eye color doesn’t just change randomly. So, if you see a change in the color of your husky’s eyes, take them to a vet!
Chances are it has an eye condition that needs to be treated. That especially applies if the color turns into hazy blue or gray because this could mean a range of husky eye problems. e.g. cataracts.
Other Possible Husky Eye Color Variations
When it comes to husky eyes, generally, about 40% of huskies have blue eyes, with brown eyed huskies averaging the same number.
Huskies are among the rare breeds that can have bi-eyes, meaning the color of one eye is different from the other, and this occurs only in 10-15% of huskies. This phenomenon is called heterochromia, and happens due to genetic mutations.
Another pretty uncommon feature is parti-eyes, which is when the color of one of the eyes is mixed and can’t be defined as a single shade.
You shouldn’t worry if your husky has bi-eyes or parti-eyes, because both are normal genetic conditions resulting from a relative excess or deficiency of melanin, the pigment giving color to the eyes. Melanin levels don’t affect the dog’s health, but they make each individual’s eyes unique.
Green Eyed Husky For Sale
If you are in the market for a green eyed husky, you may find it challenging to locate one for sale. Huskies with green eyes are considered rare, and breeders may not always have them available. This means that you may need to do some digging to find a breeder that has green eyed huskies for sale.
One way to start your search is by Googling ‘green eyed husky for sale’. You’ll see a list of websites that offer huskies for sale. However, it is important to note that not all of these sites may be legitimate, so be sure to do your research on the breeder before making any purchases.
Online Marketplaces
Another option is to check out reputable websites like the AKC Marketplace or LancasterPuppies.com. These site offers a wide variety of huskies for sale.
Lancaster Puppies actually sell huskies for significantly less because you get to buy directly from the person selling the husky, instead of through a marketplace run by a third party. Although sometimes buying through a third party is better for peace of mind.
If you don’t find any a husky with green eyes listed on the site, you can always contact their support team and ask if they have any available or if they know of any breeders who specialize in green eyed huskies.
Final Thoughts
To sum it up, while most huskies have blue or brown eyes, occasionally, a husky with green eyes pops out as well. It’s unusual but still possible and there’s nothing to worry about.
Green eyed huskies are a result of genetic mutations and relatively low concentrations of melanin. If your dog is more than 8 weeks old and its eyes are still green, then chances are its one special puppy!
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FAQ
Can huskies have green eyes?
Yes, huskies can have green eyes. Green eyes are a combination of genetics and the right amount of melanin.
I have a husky 5 months old white pink nose pink ears an born with green eyes, male . his eyes are amazingly green not dark green like this . he is something special I can feel it.
Thanks for the comment Kathy. Awww, your husky does sound very special! I’d love to see a photo. It’s rare to see a husky with bright green eyes.