What were Alaskan Klee Kais bred for?

Alaskan Klee Kais were bred to be companion dogs who resemble the look of larger northern breeds, especially Alaskan and Siberian Huskies, but in a smaller, more compact size. Their breeders wanted a dog who retained the striking wolf-like appearance, intelligence, and energy of sled dog breeds but with a temperament and size ideal for companionship.