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Facts about Siberian Husky Puppies
Are you unsure how to care for Siberian Husky puppies or just want to learn more about the breed? Or maybe you are thinking about buying a dog and want to know if this is the right breed for you?
No matter what your situation may be, you will find the answers to your questions right here!
History
Also known as Arctic Husky, the breed originated more than 3,000 years ago in what is now called Siberia.
Originally it was used as a sled dog by Chukchi Indians, who are believed to have developed this breed.
The first Siberian Huskies were brought to Alaska in the early 1900s to be used as sled dogs during the gold rush as well as for racing (eventually, the Alaskan Husky, which is a much faster dog, replaced it as the dog of choice in sled racing competitions).
During a diphtheria epidemic in 1925, many Siberian Husky dog teams relayed medicine to the stricken city of Nome.
Today, most owners keep Siberian Husky puppies for companionship.
Physical Characteristics of Siberian Husky Puppies
The Siberian Husky is a strong, medium sized dog. It has almond-shaped eyes that can be blue (the most common), brown or amber. Sometimes, each eye is of a different color. It also has medium-sized ears and a furry tail.
It has a double coat that allows it to withstand extreme sub-freezing temperatures. The undercoat is dense and soft. The outer coat is medium in length and straight.
| Height | Weight | ||
| Male | 21 to 24 inches | 45 to 60 pounds | |
| Female | 20 to 22 inches | 35 to 50 pounds |
Temperament
The Siberian Husky is a smart, friendly and outgoing dog. It gets along well with humans, including children and strangers, but is not a one-person dog. Because of his friendly and outgoing personality, he is a lousy watchdog.
It can be stubborn and gets bored quickly. Siberian Huskies love to roam and are excellent escape artists.
They rarely bark, though they can produce "interesting" sounds! They can also howl, especially when other huskies are around.
Best Owner
This breed is very active indoors and needs an experienced owner who lives in the suburban environment and has a fenced yard. It will do better in a cool climate.
Some Siberian Husky breeders will even interview prospective owners to make sure they are qualified.
Activity and Exercise
This is a very active breed.
To keep Siberian Husky puppies and adult dogs in top shape, provide them with plenty of exercise.
They love running, so if you need motivation to exercise, this may be it! At a minimum, take your pet for a brisk walk every day. Just be careful not to over exercise them when the weather is warm.
Grooming
Siberian Husky puppies are easy to care for.
They clean themselves just like cats. A Siberian Husky puppy is odor free and rarely has external parasites.
Twice a year, they go through a heavy shedding period that can last up to three weeks. During that time, they completely shed their undercoat. The good news is, for the remainder of the year, they are almost shed free.
During the shedding period, you'll need to brush them daily. For the rest of the year, once or twice a week is enough.
Now, let me give you the bad news... If you live in a warm climate, the shedding may go on for most of the year.
Because this is a very clean dog and because heavy shedding removes most of the dirt, some owners wash their Siberian Husky puppies once or twice a year.
Health Concerns
This is a healthy breed. Some problems common to the breed include eye problems, including cataracts, and hip dysplasia.
To avoid the above and many other problems, buy only from reputable Siberian Husky breeders.
Life Expectancy
The average life expectancy for Siberian Husky puppies is between 12 and 15 years.
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