I have a husky, which is a general name for a sled-type of dog
Huskies are beautiful. Does it shed a lot?
Mine is an Alaskan husky and does not shed much.  However, it is not considered a pure-breed, so I cannot say for sure
So their are different breeds of Husky?
Oh yes.  For instance there is the siberian husky, which is known for its very thick coat, and stiff triangle ears
Are they good show dogs?
the extremely cold and harsh environment of the Siberian Arctic. William Goosak, a Russian fur trader, introduced them to Nome, Alaska during the Nome Gold Rush, initially as sled dogs.
Lineage.
The first dogs arrived in the Americas 12,000 years ago around the commencement of the Holocene period, however people and their dogs did not settle in the Arctic until the Paleo-Eskimo people 4,500 years ago and then the Thule people 1,000 years ago, with both emigrating from Siberia. The Siberian Husky was originally developed by
Alaskan husky
The Alaskan husky is not considered a pure breed. It is defined only by its purpose, which is that of a highly efficient sled dog. The husky is a blend of various Northern breeds, chosen particularly for skills such as pulling. Specializations in type exist within the category, such as freighting dogs (Mackenzie River husky, Malamute), sprint Alaskans (Eurohound), and distance Alaskans.
The Alaskan husky is the sled dog of choice for world-class dog sled racing. None of the