the Siberian husky doesn't have a mane like structure around its neck while the americian does.Dont confuse the malamute between a amerian and the Siberian husky.I prefere to have a Siberian husky because it looks more like a wolf than all the other breeds.
There is no such breed as the "American husky." You can visit akc.org (the American Kennel Club's web site) for confirmation of this fact.