The Chusky's parents possess traits that make them fairly hard to handle and potentially very difficult for a first-time dog owner. For example, the Siberian Husky's are well-known for being extremely hard-working and loud, whereas the Chow Chows are known for being stubborn and difficult to handle. Combined, their pups can be fairly problematic! Although these personality traits can be toned down through extensive training, they are more suited to owners experienced dealing with difficult and larger dogs.

A relatively new 'designer' crossbreed, the Chusky is thought to have been developed over the past ten years. They were created as a response to 'hoomans' wanting a dog that was more unique than other breeds, possessing distinctive physical characteristics. The Chusky is a cross between a Chow Chow and a Siberian Husky and it's also claimed, although not proved, that crossbreeds are hypo-allergenic and prone to fewer health issues. However, as a new breed, pups will vary from litter to litter with very different physical and mental traits. For example, some may look more Chow Chow like in physical appearance, whereas others may be more energetic, in likeness to their parent, the Siberian Husky.