FEEDING

Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Siberian Husky requires less food per pound than most other same-size breeds. Their diet must be high in protein and fat. Premium brands of dog food can provide optimal nourishment with smaller amounts of food. Follow a feeding schedule and use a formula that fits your dog's lifestyle. Active working Siberian Husky needs a performance formula. For the average Siberian Huskies that goes for walks or even occasional hikes, a maintenance formula is better. Ask a knowlegible breeder or your veterinarian for feeding advice.

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HEALTH INFORMATION

Health Concern : Average lifespan of a Siberian Husky is 10 to 14 years. They are remarkably healthy dogs with few genetic issues. The breed is at risk for three inherited eye defects that can occur in any eye color. Hereditary, or juvenile cataracts (different from non-hereditary cataracts affecting elderly dogs) are the most common, followed by followed by corneal dystrophy, and progressive retinal atrophy. For more information, see the links below.

Hip dysplasia is an abnormality of the hip joint in which the head of the femur does not fit properly into the pelvic socket. This condition, while not present at birth, develops during the first two years of the dog's life. It is often progressive, causing inflammation, pain, and arthritis in one or both hips. Symptoms may range from mild to severe and can be aggravated by strenuous exercise. Though they are at at risk for hip dysplasia, the Siberian Husky ranks relatively low when compared to other susceptable breeds, due to the efforts of responsble breeders who follow guidelines established by The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) and the Siberian Husky Club of America.

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TEMPERAMENT

The Siberian Husky has a delightful temperament, affectionate but not fawning. This gentle and friendly disposition may be a heritage from the past, since the Chukchi people held their dogs in great esteem, housed them in the family shelters, and encouraged their children to play with them. The Siberian Husky is alert, eager to please, and adaptable. An aggressive dog is not a team dog, and therefore a lousy sled dog.


Siberian Husky are an extremely intelligent and independent breed. They can be very stubborn, owing to their original purpose, and they are easily bored. This independent and stubborn nature may at times challenge your ingenuity. His versatility makes him an agreeable companion to people of all ages and varying interests. However, this is not a breed that is typically recommended for first-time dog owners, as mistakes are easy to make and sometimes difficult to fix with this remarkably intelligent and opportunistic breed.

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GROOMING

Grooming : The Siberian Husky is a double-coated breed. This means that it has a woolly undercoat that serves as the dog's insulation against cold or heat, and a layer of longer, harsher outercoat that grows through the undercoat. Shedding will occur at least once a year in males, and twice a year (generally spring and fall) in females. High humidity or excessive heat often will make the shedding worse.

Bathing : Under normal conditions, the Siberian Husky will not need bathing more than twice a year, usually in the spring and fall, coinciding with the molting of the coat. The husky's coat remains clean year-round and should not take on a "doggy" odor. When bathing is needed, use a very mild shampoo designed especially for dogs shampoos designed for humans is too harsh and drying for a dog's coat.

Nails : Siberian Huskies rarely are sedentary dogs. Quite the contrary, they thrive on time outdoors and activity. Most huskies get enough exposure to rough pavement to keep their nails naturally worn down, but owners still should inspect regularly the nails to be sure they do not need to be trimmed. Overgrown nails can impede the normal placement of the foot, and affect a dog's gait.

COAT AND COLOR

In order to live through those harsh winter months of the North, Siberian Huskies were blessed with a thick coat. Their double coat is medium in length and is very effective in insulating them, keeping them both warm in the cold winter months and cool in the hot summers. The undercoat is soft and dense and of sufficient length to support the outer coat. The guard hairs of the outer coat are straight and somewhat smooth lying on their body. The undercoat typically sheds from the Siberian twice a year, during the change of season. Their coat requires little maintenance; that is, minimal brushing and bathing are needed, except for those Siberians who have what is called a “wooly coat.” The recessive trait of a "wooly" yields a longer coat, which requires frequent brushing to avoid matting.


The Siberian Husky comes in many colors ranging from black to pure white and everything in between—including copper, red, agouti, and sable. Siberian Husky can even have a variety of markings and striking patterns not found in other breeds.

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GENERAL APPEARANCE

General Appearance : The Siberian Husky is a medium-sized working dog. Their height ranges between 21 to 23½ inches at the withers (measured from ground to base of neck) for males and 20 to 22 inches at the withers for females. Typically, Siberian Huskies weigh 45 to 60 pounds for males and 35 to 50 pounds for females. Often people envision these beautiful dogs as much larger than they are, but they were bred to be moderately compact in build.


Despite this, these agile dogs are not only quick and light on their feet, they are also exceptionally strong for their size. In action, these dogs move freely, effortlessly, and gracefully over practically any terrain. In fact, they will happily perform their original function in harness most capably, carrying a light load at a moderate speed over great distances.

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START TO KNOW

The Siberian Husky is a medium-size, dense-coat working dog breed that originated in eastern Siberia. 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.

Huskies are an active, energetic and resilient breed whose ancestors came from the extremely cold and harsh environment of the Siberian Arctic and were bred by the Chukchi of Northeastern Asia, it was imported into Alaska during the Nome Gold Rush and spread from there into the United States and Canada, initially as a sled dog. It rapidly acquired the status of a family pet and a show-dog.

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INTRODUCTION

Welcome to our Siberian Husky dog blog. Here you will learn about Siberian Husky health care, any tips and you can find good experiences from many people who love Siberian Husky.

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