Siberian Husky Facts Q and A about Siberian Huskies
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- To describe the Siberian the words noble, strong and eye catching come to mind. The Siberian can have any coat coloration and pattern of markings from white, red, black, grey, piebald to name a few. The eye color in the Siberian and combination thereof would have to be described as unique. There is no combination of coat or eye color discriminated against in the conformation of the dog.
{ the same as humans, all shapes and sizes}
- In general the Siberian is particular about their own cleanliness. As a breed they have a freedom from the usual doggy odors.
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The Siberian Husky is a medium sized working
dog. He should be gentle, reliable and friendly, making him a good family
companion to all ages. Inherent in the characteristics of the breed is
also an alert outgoing clownish personality. A desire to please and the
inclination to be stubborn and strong willed with unrivalled independence,
perhaps a hang over of their heritage.
Huskies are not born attack dogs nor predatory:
The natural predatory instincts,bigger vs smaller is in all of us
With Huskies it is merely usually just the play or the chase that is fun
{ That is what the original designer had in mind? }
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The only species that attacks and mutilates its own kind for no reason is Man
Therefore teaching of tolerance and acceptance is needed for all of us.
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Each Siberian has a nature and identity of his
own.
They have a kind temperament and disposition, any foregoing is not desirable in a Siberian.
They can be wary of strangers before deciding to grace you with their attention - you must be worthy of them. One starkly obvious thing in the Siberian is his unswerving loyalty to those he loves. Siberians are not guard dogs, or fighters and will love his friend through any storm.
He is affectionate to one and all, is very energetic and has a great desire to run.
An understanding of their heritage and use should give you an indication of the exercise they need
{As so it is with all things, understanding and common sense is the key }
- Siberian huskies do well in sledding activities which provide a much needed outlet for their energies, they enjoy the cold weather romps, they are agile and adventurous and they are very fast runners.
{ Thank God for transportation }
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Without regular exercise the Siberian will become
a nuisance, doing anything to alleviate his boredom. (so will humans)
The Siberian will himself regulate his food intake. The dogs have a natural slow metabolism
they need the exercise to stimulate their appetite.
{as with humans also}
- With most dogs comes the season for moulting; in the Siberian husky is it not a simple case. The term is "blowing" the coat. This means the entire under coat of the dog comes our in clumps much like sheep’s wool. This generally occurs twice a year and if diligent can be combed out in one week. Indication of blowing is seen by small clumps falling out, it is then time to move outside and start combing.
{happens to men, they go bald-women too!}
- Husky Colors: red/white, black/white, cream, silver,sable, there is no such thing as a " original white husky" not a genetic color in a true Arctic Siberian Husky, the white huskies you are seeing everywhere are a genetic modifed husky color, engineered by humans for their own indulgence, huskies bred years ago with white german shepards. Is how it is suppose to have started .
{ Humans seem to think they can improve on Nature}
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The honest breeder will tell you all the short
comings and good/bad things associated with owning a Siberian.
With the Siberians there are a few things to bear in mind: Understanding the Nature of this breed
- Blowing the coat { We all have to change our clothes once in a while or we stink}
- General independence at times {All animals including Humans }
- They are trainable {Yes that is why they use so many in films and movies and commercials }
Superb temperament {Yes full of love love love and more love,unconditional }Rather a wonder now adays!
- Don't bark - their song of joy {we should all sing praises to the universe more }
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Siberians love to run:
They are great talkers also:
To get them to return try Howling or Call like A howl
They seem to respond to a sing song sound
{Yes but they do not run away. We all need a reason to come home??}
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All puppies can be naughty.Dogs
are a reflection of their environment and their owners.
Caring breeders will hand you a puppy with all the potential that good breeding and love
of the Siberian offers and you the purchaser must play your part in their development.
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Puppies and Chewing
Puppies will always chew and bite when they are teething. It is important not to let this behavior get out of hand.
{We all have to go thru growing and learning states. Boundaries need to be set
- TIPS: STOP roll up fingers and Play Statue!<
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STOP : Fold arms and LOOK UP FOR RAIN, stand still.
Puppy will become dis-interested and walk away. Keep this up till puppy learns
NO ATTENTION will be given or reward for this behavior. - Only Reward and Treats when all Four paws on the ground: eg: sitting still.
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First Training Commands: Teach your puppy his
name. Call your dog by his NAME first. Command second. EG. Sunny ! Come
here!.
NOT Come here Sunny.
{ we all respond when someone calls our name and we hear it we turn to pay attention. }
Digging: 
Normal for all dogs to store things. They do not have home and cupboards to put things in
It helps to keep bales of straw untied around the yard to sit on
Spread extra straw over filled holes
as they do not like to dig through straw.
All animals dig in earth cats,all breed of dogs. It is just natural to explore below. - Huskies are very loving and kind with children, as they exhibit the purest for of love and energy.
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A picture is worth a thousand words, so I have
linked to this site with PICTURES for those of you who ask!
Picture Permission given by Northern Wilderness -
Cats and Dogs Myth
There are kinder alternatives to training: How about a puppy gate.
Huskies and Children-
{But of course you would never leave your baby or small child un attended in any circumstances in life.}
{Raise them together,teach respect and consideration as you would with all things in life .}
Fluff was an old diabetic rescue friend who is respected here.
Husky puppies introduced young get along with all animals
MYTH= RARE FLUFY SIBERIAN HUSKIES RARE COLORS
