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.