How To Care For Your Siberian Husky by Clarence Clark

The idea of a Siberian husky pops in mind whenever one considers adopting a dog which would suit the general needs of the family. Indeed, with its gentle nature and liveliness, Siberian huskies are suitable even for families with small children. When considering whether to get a Siberian husky, it is important for families to carefully evaluate if they have the time and ability to care for the dog in the first place. The fact is, Siberian huskies do require a substantial amount of care in order to ensure their good health and physical well-being.

The first step to caring for your Siberian husky would be to provide adequately for its nutritional needs. Generally, Siberian huskies require ample supplies of fresh food and water for their growth. To meet the dog's nutritional needs, ample supplies of white meat and fish is necessary. Siberian huskies require a great deal of protein and fat in their diet in order to prevent growth of hip dysplasia, which is a common illness found in the Siberian husky breed. High quality fresh food is preferable to commercially available food for the case of the Siberian husky. Also, supplement your Siberian husky's diet with ample amounts of fish oil. Canned sardines provide a relatively cheap source to this and contain high levels of Omega 3 required for the husky to develop healthy coats of fur and nails.

Subsequently, it is important to take your Siberian husky to regular health checkups at the local vet. Checkups are important as they allow the vet to monitor and assess the overall health of your Siberian husky. Vets also provide valuable advice on many issues regarding your Siberian husky. This ranges from nutritional needs to training needs. Regular checkups are also an insurance against various forms of dog-related diseases. In general, such diseases are easily treated if diagnosed at an early stage. Thus, checkups are an essential part of taking care of your Siberian husky.

You would also need to make sure that your Siberian husky's needs for affiliation are met. Siberian huskies are animals that mix around well in packs. A lonely Siberian husky would often resort to mischief such as digging holes in your garden in order to entertain itself. You could either choose to get another Siberian husky or choose another pet altogether, such as a cat as its companion. However, it is important to note that companionship for your Siberian husky should start when your husky is a puppy in order to facilitate ease of interaction with the other husky or pet. In any case, Siberian huskies are relatively well-mannered are should not have much difficulties in getting along with other animals.

At the end of the day, time, commitment and effort are of utmost importance when it comes to caring for your Siberian husky. Would-be dog owners who are unsure of their priorities should not get themselves a Siberian husky as it would often only lead to suffering and perhaps even abandonment for the dog. But for those who are able to make a firm commitment, you would definitely find the time spent with your Siberian husky to be intrinsically satisfying in the long run.

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Raising a Healthy Siberian Husky Puppy by Clarence Clark

Dogs have always been known as man's best friend and one of the many dogs that have been associated with this anagram is the husky. A distant cousin of the wolf due to its features, the husky is one of the best companion dogs that you can own and today this article will talk about raising a healthy Siberian husky puppy.

The breed of dog is known for its dense coat and genetically, it belongs to the Spitz family of dogs. Because its forefathers came from the harsh and wintry conditions of eastern Siberia, these dogs are quite hardy and extremely resilient, which is why most people in the northern regions use these dogs as either sled drivers or as guard dogs to warn them of oncoming trespassers or the advent of other, more dangerous predators.

From this harsh background, the Siberian husky is now more known as a valuable family dog as well as one that is being more frequently entered into dog shows all over the world. The Siberian husky is quite well known for being a dog that is literally just a bottle of excitement.

They are one of the most energetic breed of dogs which require a low of space and a lot of patience because they need a lot of exercise. This is especially true of the puppies, which will be constantly seen running around and chasing dust bunnies all day long. You would be surprised that a dog with such an infamy for having a mean temperament is actually quite gentle and devoted, especially to children. This is why they have gained quite a bit of popularity as a family pet.

One of the things that you need to take of is that obedience training is a good thing to start early in this breed of dogs, as they are naturally quite dominant and stubborn dogs when they grow up. Pet experts recommend a few minutes of obedience a day when they reach a suitable age and this will ensure that they are much more docile and obedient when they grow up to a full adult. They are also quite the showboat and combined with an intelligence that is almost uncanny, means they are able to understand and absorb new tricks and skills quite fast - with always a need to show it off at opportunity.

The health of your puppy is really largely down to genetics, but keeping it healthy and happy, providing the dog with enough pet vitamins, good sources of food and plenty of activity will ensure that it will stay in the pink of health for as long as possible. Like many other breed of dogs, the breed of Siberian husky can fall prey to genetic diseases and this is usually out of control. They come naturally in old age. But don't worry, even as puppies, Siberian Huskies are extremely strong, being known to be used for races in the Northern part of the world.

So raising a healthy Siberian husky puppy is quite easy - and it will be a welcome addition to any puppy.

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Dogs - Siberian Husky by Chanvit Phupook

The Siberian husky is included in the working group dogs. They are medium sized dogs with a double layer of fur that protects them from extreme weather conditions, the furs acts as insulations for their body against cold and heat. The fur is often pure white, gray and white, copper-red and white, white and black.

The color of the eyes is usually ice blue, blue, brown or a combination of both colors, which is called complete heterochromia. Siberian huskies are medium sized dogs; they have strong chests and backs, a full muscled upper thigh and very athletic, graceful and elegant dog, they are ideal for pulling sleigh's, sleds, herding, companion and rescues. Due to physical attributes and great stamina they are used for racing, carting and sleigh ride competition.

The Siberian husky is a native of Siberia which is brought to Alaska. Since then they are used by the Chucki people for herding, as a means of transportation because are used to pull their sleigh a means of transportation. The Siberian huskies makes poor watchdog because of its gentleness to people and children, these dogs are very friendly even to strangers, playful sociable, docile and loving breed of dogs.

Huskies do not want to live alone they want to live in a pack and hunt this is due to their wolf like lineage. So if you are considering this breed, it is advisable to have it in pairs. A single pet of Siberian husky tends to be lonely and may become very destructive. As pets, the Siberian husky are adorable, they like to go out to roam around, easy to train and house break, they are thrifty eaters unlike other working dogs.

The Siberian husky is an ideal pet for people or families with large yards and living in a cool climate. This is mainly because this breeds likes to roam around and play, they are an energetic, athletic bunch and needs a regular exercise. Their life expectance is 12 to 1 5 years. A common health issues that is encounter with the huskies are juvenile cataracts, corneal dystrophy, and progressive retinal atrophy.

In general Siberian huskies are intelligent, loving pets to have. They are very agile and strong and a great companion. However huskies are not suitable to be a watchdog due to its friendly nature even to strangers, this breed will gladly welcome anyone into the house, he exhibits no fear and aggression towards strangers and would likely greet would be thieves into the house. They are easy to take care of because they are not prone to any diseases and infections, they are by nature a finicky breed of animals that cleans themselves like cats, and therefore they are free from dog odors and parasites. In fact this breeds will instantly clean themselves if they are soiled, this is another one of their trait as being an independent breed.

The Siberian husky sheds its coat twice a year, they shed their undercoats completely and it is a very intense shedding event and should be combed completely, however this phenomenon happens only twice in a year unlike those dogs that have fine hairs that shed hair everyday, which could be nuisance for owners.

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Is Siberian husky Puppy a Right Choice for You? by naveen

Siberian husky is a member of the Working group. The breed belongs to the Spitz genetic family. It is recognizable by its thickly-furred double coat, sickle tail, erect triangular ears and distinctive markings. The ideal Siberian husky is about fifty pounds and twenty-two inches high at the shoulder. The coat is double layered and not too frizzy, silky or too long. All of their body parts in proportion give them a look of a smoothly flowing, athletic little wolf.

They are square dogs, built to efficiently keep in body heat. Their double-layered coats shed out completely once or twice a year. They come in almost all colors of the canine rainbow (Harlequin is about the only color not seen - yet).

They look strong and ready to run. By nature they are gentle and liveliness. Huskies are independent, stubborn, energetic, pack animals that require specific care and training to maintain their happiness and health. Siberian Huskies, like wolves, have a pack mentality and are unhappy and bored without constant interaction with either humans or other dogs.

To train Siberian Husky Puppies is somewhat difficult as you cannot force them to obey you due to their strong will and independent thinking. Also Siberian husky puppies are easily bored with repetitive tasks. They will be happy to obey you as long as there isn't something more interesting to distract them. To train them properly, you will require a lot of persistence and patience. Their ability to think for themselves and for the pack (or team) is a bigger drive than many to wander and explore.They can be persistent at stealing food and should never be left in the kitchen unsupervised. You must be the undisputed pack leader with this breed!

Simple skills such as toilet training, not damaging furniture and social skills with outsiders are a must for your Siberian husky puppy. Siberian husky puppies are very enthusiastic when they meet new people. This lively and mild-tempered dog simply makes a great family pet.

Regular, scheduled checkups are necessary for the healthy development of Siberian husky puppies. Husky puppies also require a healthy, well-balanced diet. Overfeeding and corresponding lack of exercise is often the cause of obesity amongst husky puppies. Instead, choose a well-balanced diet which should ideally consist of fish and white meat. Husky puppies also need fish oil in their diet in order to develop a healthy coat of fur and nails.

Make sure you bring your Siberian husky puppy for regular exercise. Exercise is not only necessary to keep your dog in good shape and preventing obesity, it is also important in familiarizing your husky puppy with its living environment. Health problems often develop in dogs that lack exercise. Introduce your Siberian husky puppy to your neighbors. This allows it to develop greater people skills which are necessary for its growth in time to come. Under ordinary circumstances this is a high energy active dog that can live a long time without problems.

Raising Siberian husky puppies require a great deal of time, effort and commitment. It is important to make the effort to provide your husky puppies with the necessary care. Ability to do so will guarantee healthy growth of your husky puppy in time to come as well as many years of satisfaction in the future.

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Siberian Husky Dog Development & History by Kayye Nynne

The Siberian Husky belongs to the so-called Spitz Group of dogs and has variously been known at one time or another under the following names:

• Artic Husky Dog
• Siberian Chukchi
• Chukchi Sled Dog
• Chukchi or Chuchi

The Siberian Husky developed as a purebred dog breed through its isolated existence with the native people known as the Chukchi that existed in the extreme north-eastern region of Siberia around Yakutsk located north of Stanovoi Mountains. Some legends in fact narrate how the word husky arose as a corruption in the pronunciation of the word "Chukchi" by European migrants to the region.

Some dog authorities are of the opinion that the Siberian Husky had developed as a purebred dog breed as far back as 3000 years ago through its isolated existence with the Chukchi. Unquestionably there is Northern Wolf blood in the Siberian Husky dog breed mix and for centuries from generation through generation it was customary for the Chukchi people to only breed the very best of lead dogs while neutering the rest to eliminate the reproduction of undesired traits. In this manner the Chukchi not only vastly improved the genetic lineage of the Siberian Husky dog breed but also consolidated its genetic purity as a thoroughbred dog breed.Husky Dogs

When the Siberian Husky dogs of the village were not working there were cared for by the women of the tribe which meant that the dogs had to be in close proximity with them and their children. Thus another trait which the Chukchi people bred for in their husky dogs was a sound and balanced temperament, since naturally they would not want aggressive and ill-tempered dogs hanging around their children. Ironically enough it was this pleasant nature and temperament of character that moved many people to dismiss the Siberian Husky as an insignificant sled-racing dog contender; that is until the Siberian Husky "got on the ice and started performing!"

!b>Siberian Husky Dog Racing History

As earlier pointed out the Chukchi people of Siberia had bred the Siberian Husky dog to the pinnacle of work performance on the snow and for excellence of temperament. In essence they bred a superb sled dog perfected to carry light loads such as hunted game for extensive distances at remarkable speeds. The Chukchi's unschooled dog breeding program was so successful that in effect they had bred the ultimate sled-pulling dog.

By the end of the 19th century news of these amazing sled dogs filtered to North America and in 1909 a team of imported Siberian Husky dogs debuted in a major sled race in Alaska. Although the Siberian Husky was dismissed by many as being far too small and docile to match competitively against their bigger and more powerful counterparts (the Alaskan Malamute and the Eskimo Dog both of which average around 100 lbs in weight as compared to the Siberian Husky dog's relative featherweight of 60 pounds), as soon as the Husky started racing it quashed all doubt. Put simply, the Siberian Husky created quite the sensation by outperforming all the other dog breeds in the race.

One racer present was so impressed by the relatively "miniscule" Siberian Husky dogs' performance he imported 70 of them to prepare and ready for the next race in 1910. He wasn't disappointed. In 1910 his three dog teams comprised of Siberian Huskies dogs placed 1st, 2nd and 4th in the All-Alaska Sweepstakes Race, which covered a distance of 408 miles between the towns of Nome and Candle. The stage was set and from then onwards the Siberian Husky was recognized far and wide as the ultimate sled-racing dog.

Siberian Husky Dog: Perfection of Form to Function

Once it made its stunning debut in the All-Alaska Sweepstakes Race, the Siberian Husky dog breed literally became an overnight sensation in sled dog-racing circles. Even so its phenomenal success baffled both spectator and racer alike. How could such a comparatively lightweight and small sled dog drastically outperform and outrace the bigger dog breeds such as the Alaskan Malamute and Eskimo dog; both of which were more powerful and boasted a longer stride.

The secret to the husky dog's superior sled-racing skills lay in its inherent form that was beautifully adapted for speed sled pulling. At a maximum weight of sixty pounds, the Siberian Husky dog had attained the ideal pull- weight ratio for sled racing. An excess of 60 pounds in weight would result in a proportionally decreased surface area for heat loss or conversely a disproportionate increase in heat storage. Dogs are notoriously inefficient at losing heat, most especially big dogs, and such an issue would constitute a very big problem in long distance races such as those like the four-day 25 mile marathon race that sled dogs have to endure.

In short, selective centuries of breeding by the Chukchi people of particular dogs with their most desired traits for loaded-sled pulling on slippery surfaces at high speed resulted in a dog breed perfectly formed and designed for just such a pursuit. The Siberian Husky was that dog, the perfect balance of weight to optimal sled-pulling ratio at high and sustained speed.

Siberian Husky Makes Its Mark In History

In the winter of 1925 a very serious diphtheria endemic struck the city of Nome in Alaska. Being deep winter the only routes accessible at the time were dog trails that spanned across hundreds of miles of snowy plains. In an unprecedented feat of speed and endurance a number of teams of Siberian Husky dogs led by legendary Norwegian Champion Dog driver Leonhard Seppala streaked across 340 miles of unforgiving snow and harsh winter in a race against time to save the city. In what came to be known in history as the fabled " Serum Run" Seppala and his team of Siberian Husky dogs saved the city of Nome!

Following their amazing rescue mission Leonhard Seppala and a team of huskies went on a tour across the United States forever cementing this dog breed in the hearts and minds of the American public. In Commemoration of the "Serum Run" to this day a statue of one of those heroic Siberian Husky dogs resides in New York's Central Park. Later thanks to the significant role that the Siberian Husky dog played in military search & rescue operations in the Artic during World war II as well as Seppala's State-wide tour people's admiration for this dog breed was further consolidated. The Siberian Husky was officially recognized by the AKC in 1930.

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Origins of Siberian Huskies by Kevin D

Siberian huskies are a type of working dog that originated form eastern Siberia. They are very unique in that they bear great resemblance to a wolf. Other identifiable features of a Siberian huskies are thickly furred double coat, upright triangular ears, various distinctive markings on their fur as well as a sickle shaped tail.

They are known to be very energetic and can withstand extreme cold. Their ability to live in both cold and hot weather by adjusting their body temperature has ensured the survival of the Siberian husky up to date.

Siberian huskies originated in eastern Siberia (as the name would suggest) and made their way around the word from this point. Their predecessors lived in the Siberian Arctic, one of the harshest places on earth.

It is these origins that accumulated in a strong and resilient species. They were originally bread by the Chukchi in Northern Asia. They used the Siberian huskies as working dogs, which pulled heavy loads through rough and snowy terrain. They were favored for their ability to withstand extremely cold weather as well as their high energy that got work done fast.

The dogs caught the attention of fur traders who worked in the area and exported them to other parts of the world. The dogs were then taken to Alaska, and later spread into the United States and Canada. The dogs were purposely used as sled dogs in both Canada and Alaska, a trend that still continues today. In the United States, Siberian huskies are mainly kept as pets.

The Siberian huskies are direct descendants of what are called the original sled dogs, and have not changed much in appearance or otherwise since the beginning of their existence. The name "husky" originated from the nickname "Esky" which is short for Eskimo. The word husky was originally used to describe Eskimos but with the popularity of the Siberian husky among these peoples, the word was used to describe their dogs.

These dogs ensured the survival of an entire people by providing them with reliable transport to look for food. The dogs also facilitated for the migration of Eskimos and other people. The migrating nature of humans also meant that the dogs spread around the world.
The Siberian huskies proved their worth in 1925 during an outbreak of diphtheria epidemic in Nome Alaska.

The dogs proved invaluable during this time as they were reliable in transporting medicine and personnel through otherwise inaccessible terrain. Doctors were able to give medicine to those most in need, a task that they accomplished successfully thanks to the Serbian huskies. It is after this event that the world really took notice of these dogs.

In the early 1900, Siberian huskies were used by Admiral Byrd during his famous expeditions in to the Antarctic. The dogs were also used by the army during the Second World War for rescue and retrieval purposes in the Arctic.

It is therefore clear why Siberian huskies are so well talked about and loved. They have proved to be invaluable through out history and up to date. These particular dogs have played a role as pets and work dogs. Siberian huskies continue to be admired for their beauty, intelligence and free spirit.

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