Husky - Definition and Overview

Husky is a general term for several breeds of dogs used as sled dogs. Because of their strength and stamina, the name "Husky" is popular for products and for sports mascots. For additional information, see

• Sled dog for information about, and lists of, husky breeds
• Operation Husky for military operations using that name
• Various schools or teams that use "Husky" as their mascot, including
  • Michigan Technological University
  • Northeastern University
  • Saint Mary's University, Halifax
  • University of Connecticut (a play on "UConn" (Yukon))
  • University of Saskatchewan
  • University of Washington
  • Bloomsburg University
• The Husky Energy company
• HMCS Husky, a ship in the Canadian Navy
• Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington
• A defunct National Basketball Association team, the Toronto Huskies
• Ferlin Husky, a country-western singer