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The Beginning -Siberia

The Siberian Husky was developed over a period of around 3,000 years by the Chukchi and related peoples of Siberia, the breed was developed to fulfill a particular need of the Chukchi life and culture. In one of the most inhospitable climates in the world, with extreme temperatures in winter and with winds up to 100 mph, the Chukchi relied on there dogs for survival, as they were a remarkable tool of ingenuity. In teams as large as twenty or more they could travel out over the ice sometimes covering as much as 100 miles in a single day to allow a single man to ice-fish and return with his catch, by sled dog standards they were small the large size of the teams minimized per-dog pulling power, while smaller frames maximized endurance and low energy consumption. (Even today, in long races, Alaskan Huskies the Siberians cousins require twice the amount of food the Siberians consume)

Siberian Husky Puppy Requirements

Still thinking about getting a Siberian Husky puppy? As promised, we continue today with requirements one should satisfy before acquiring a Siberian Husky puppy. Given a Siberian Husky’s level of energy, try to answer these questions:

The Siberian Husky Puppy Exposed

Sharing your life with a Siberian husky puppy can be a wonderful and rewarding experience. Studies have showed people who own pets seem to cope better with stress and are also happier and healthier. Taking care of pets can provide meaning to one’s life; the love and affection one gets back from one’s dog is priceless.

Owning a Siberian husky puppy can be very fun, however, this is no easy task. Each dog breed was created by humans for a specific purpose. Before you decide you want to acquire a Siberian husky puppy, you should make sure you know:

When planning to get a pet, most people think their Siberian Husky should be a puppy. This is a major misconception that one should get a puppy because this way the dog bonds better with the family. Sometimes, getting an older puppy or an adult dog is a better choice for some households.

The list below compares the two options to help you decide which is best for your family and lifestyle. In either case you will end up with a loving companion for a good number of years. There are a number of options to acquire an adult if you decide this is what you want. Animal shelters are great places to begin your search, and they frequently have purebred dogs looking for homes.

If you decide an adult dog is the best choice for you, and you would also like to save a life by adopting a Siberian Husky, you can visit these rescue websites. They have a lot of information about Siberian Huskies and other Northern breeds, as well as lists with existing rescue organizations throughout the States, and even outside. Hopefully you’ll find a rescue group not far from your home!

1) http://www.siberianrescue.com/

International directory of rescue groups, broken up by region. Information on how to set up a rescue group. Behavior characteristics of the breed are also discussed.

Save a Life! Rescue / Adopt a Siberian Husky

People like to own purebred dogs either because of aesthetic reasons or because they know what sort of temperament/size/looks they can expect from a particular breed once it grows up. Some of us may have the knowledge how to take care of a dog, but might not necessarily have the possibility to get one from a reputable breeder right now. The sad reality is this: there is an endless supply of Siberian Husky dogs out there that have been abandoned by their previous owners, and are eagerly awaiting for new families to open their arms and welcome them as their pets. These Siberian Huskies are there not because they are not good looking or are bad animals. (“irreparable” / dangerous animals are put to sleep at shelters.) They are there because their temperament and care requirements clashed with their owner lives’ schedules and expectations.

Picture the following scenarios…

1) It is Saturday morning you woke up not long ago. You’re sitting in your favorite chair, sipping a cup of fresh coffee, or tea, and you’re reading the local newspaper. As you scan the classifieds pages, your eyes stumble across an ad advertising a purebred Siberian Husky puppy for sale. You know they are these cute furry wolfish-looking creatures with friendly, mischievous beautiful eyes.

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General Appearance

The Siberian Husky is a medium-sized working dog, quick and light on his feet and free and graceful in action. His moderately compact and well furred body, erect ears and brush tail suggest his Northern heritage. His characteristic gait is smooth and seemingly effortless. He performs his original function in harness most capably, carrying a light load at a moderate speed over great distances. His body proportions and form reflect this basic balance of power, speed and endurance. The males of the Siberian Husky breed are masculine but never coarse; the bitches are feminine but without weakness of structure. In proper condition, with muscle firm and well developed, the Siberian Husky does not carry excess weight.

This dog breed has potential to be a very good house pet, however, its owner requires a great deal of patience for this to be possible. Siberian Husky training and exercising entails a generous amount of time, because these dogs do have a mind of their own, and owners have to find creative ways to get their points across. A Siberian Husky will seldom bark, however it is known to be a very vocal creature, in its special way. Sometimes it might sing along a siren, and other times it will howl like there’s no tomorrow just because you’ve asked your Siberian Husky to sit during a training session.

The Home Alone Dog
by Pat Renshaw

“Now, Muffy. Mummy has to go out and leave you, but here’s your toys and water and cookies. Now, you be a gooood girl and Mummy will see you soon. Here, let Mummy give you a big hug and kiss. Now, please, be a good girl.”

Is Muffy consoled? NO. Does Muffy understand any of what Mummy said? NO. Is Muffy confused? YES. Does Muffy feel anxious? YOU BET!