My Siberian Husky talking back to me and arguing. She’s cute! For pictures of her, here is my website! jessejamesphoto.smugmug.com

Siberian Huskies are an amazingly beautiful dog breed with a rich history. If you are unsure what they look like you can imagine the sled dogs that are in dogsled races. If that is not enough for you then continue reading this article and I will go in depth into the Siberian Huskies characteristics.

The first, and one of the more interesting characteristics of the husky, is their eyes. The Siberian Huskies characteristics stand out most because of this one. They have brown or blue eyes but can also have two different colored eyes or each eye can have two different colors. The eyes are almond shaped and moderately spaced.

Huskies sometimes suffer from a condition called “winter nose” or “snow nose, which is scientifically called hypopigmentation. “Snow nose” is acceptable in the dog show ring. If the husky is gray it will have a black nose, if it is black it will have a tan nose, if it is copper-colored it will have a liver nose, and if it is white it will have a flesh color. These are typically the colors of the noses, but they may be different than listed.

The huskies coat is comprised of a dense undercoat and a longer topcoat of straight hair. During shedding though the topcoat will be the one that sheds and the undercoat will not. The shedding that takes place during the telogen phase has been called exogen, which is the name for the cycle that takes place separate from the resting state. The huskies fur causes it problems during the summer, when it has trouble cooling itself.

These dogs have medium-sized, triangularly erect ears that are known as prick ears. The tails is a fox-like brush and is carried in a curve over the back and trails behind the dog in motion. The majority of these huskies have white tipped tails.

The typical size of the Siberian husky for a male is between 21 to 23 inches and the females are between 20 to 22 inches. The weight of the males is between 45 to 60 pounds and the weight of the females is between 35 to 50 pounds.

Siberian Huskies are beautiful dogs that have a rich history. You may recognize them from dogsled races or you should now be able to identify them using these Siberian Huskies characteristics. However you identify them, it is hard to mix this amazing dog breed.

Siberian husky puppies are usually purchased at a very tender age by families keen to raise this huge, magnificent dog. The gentle temperament of these dogs, as well as their liveliness, makes them popular family pets. This is in addition to the dog’s hardy nature as well as its ability to adapt to both hot and cold conditions. When raising your Siberian husky puppies, there are a number of important things to be noted. In this article, we provide you with 4 things you need to know about Siberian husky puppies.

One of the first things to note when raising a Siberian husky puppy would be a well-balanced diet. A Siberian husky puppy requires sufficient nutrition in order for it to grow into a healthy adult. Consult your breeder for advice on the dog’s dietary needs. In any case, it would be a good idea to feed your puppies freshly prepared food. This should consist of a substantial amount of protein and include chicken, pork, beef or fish. Food should be cut into bite sized pieces to facilitate chewing and digestion. A daily dose of greens is also necessary for the puppies. Mix these well into the meats in order to appeal to the puppies.

It is also important to take your puppy for regular checkups at your local vet. Make regular scheduled appointments with your vet to ensure that your puppy is in good health and growing properly. Your vet would be able to dispense valuable advice to you regarding your Siberian husky puppy’s diet and general well-being. It is necessary to be equipped with knowledge on your puppy’s well-being in order to ensure that it grows healthy into a full grown adult. Also, vets are able to spot tell tale symptoms of illnesses which might occur from time to time on your Siberian husky puppy.

The Siberian husky is a very active dog. As such, house training and social skills as a puppy is essential for its healthy growth. You could either train your puppy yourself or hire a professional dog trainer if you do not have the time. Simple skills such as toilet training, not damaging furniture and social skills with outsiders are a must for your Siberian husky puppy. As with the case of all forms of dog training, make use of the element of conditioning by rewarding your husky puppy when he performs something desirable and discouraging it with a firm “no” when he performs an undesirable action.

Last of all; 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.

Raising a Siberian husky puppy requires time, effort and ultimately commitment. While not an easy task, it would definitely provide you with a great deal of satisfaction as you watch it mature with each year into adulthood.

Im just egging my Husky on, she isn’t in trouble for real

Siberian Huskies are notorious for having a mind of their own. If they think they’re being forced to do something they don’t want to, they’ll scream as if you’re trying to kill them. They will howl in protest if they don’t like even your most gentle commands and will shriek as if being tortured if you sternly rebuke them. They’re not the best pets to take out in public if you don’t like being embarrassed.

Learning how to train a Siberian Husky can be quite a challenge, due to their strong will and independent thinking. To train them properly, you will require a lot of persistence and patience.

Siberian Huskies 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. If you’re looking for your typical adoring “man’s best friend” do-anything-for-you type dog, you’ve got the wrong breed here! Despite this, they do bond easily and loyally to their human owners, but in their own way.

Siberian Huskies also have some bad habits. They like to wander off and steal food after digging a hole under the fence. The digging instinct is strong and that, together with a need for exercise and a natural curiosity, often leads them into mischief. You will need a strong, well sunk fence if you want to keep your Siberian Husky at home. They have a strong desire to run, so should never be left to run free without a leash, for their own safety. They can forget where home is and just run forever.

How to train a Siberian Husky is therefore a more subtle art. You cannot force them. You must manipulate them so they see you as their leader, their inspiration. The trick is teach them to perceive you as more important than them, without them knowing. The following is a sample of some everyday things you can do to achieve this.

To start with, teach the puppy his name. All instructions should begin with your dog’s name, followed by the command. We all pay attention when we hear our name called.

Eat first, then feed your dog. When you play with your Siberian Husky, make sure you end up with possession of the object. Go through doors and passageways before your dog. Rite of passage is important to dogs. Don’t allow your husky to sleep on the bed with you, at least not until you have trained him. You don’t want him to perceive that he is your equal. If your dog is blocking your path, don’t go around him – make him move out of your way instead.

You need to get your husky used to having your hands around his food bowl. Start by adding tasty treats while he is eating, then get to the point where you can remove the bowl while he is eating to add the treats.

You want to get your dog used to seeing you as dominant, but under conditions of trust. Gently put him down on his side or back and touch his ears, paws and so forth and give him a massage to make it enjoyable for him.

It is better to use a harness instead of a collar and chain for your husky. Animals attack at the throat and jugular, so if you are trying to train a Siberian Husky by tugging on his neck, he will be too preoccupied with a sense of alarm and danger, to obey you.

There are many more ways how to train a Siberian Husky, but the above are good starting points for becoming your dog’s friend. Remember that security and trust are important to a dog, so good training involves these two elements.

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!”

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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Meet Tashi and Polar–two Siberian Huskies who never, ever stop raising hell. If you think you would like to own one of these gorgeous, captivating dogs, think carefully about whether you’re ready to live with what you see in this video, 24/7! What you don’t see in this movie is that if they don’t get a LOT of exercise, they’ll get bored, and when they get bored, they get destructive. Tashi ate not one but TWO couches before she was a year old. Stuff like this is why far too many huskies end up in shelters, or worse. Please research the breed characteristics of any dog before you adopt. There’s more to a Siberian Husky than the pretty!

German Shepherd vs Siberian Husky Puppy name Zia and Toby very cute very funny Tug of war

Getting home from a hard days work to be greeted by a Siberian husky is a great stress reliever. With their joyous attitudes and great energy huskies are very kind and loving animals. You will often find them full of excitement and howling like a wolf upon your arrival.

Huskies eyes are often blue or brown in color. Often times they may have one eye blue and another brown. Originating from extremely cold weather Huskies do very well in hot climate areas. Typical lifespan for huskies range from 12 to 14 years all though with good care they can last many more.

With a history of being guard dogs Huskies will often run and hide and not guard at all. Huskies do very well around children and will protect them if necessary. With their dominant stance and intimidating presence they often howl and hide during thunderstorms. I highly recommend Huskies as house pets but a play yard is highly recommended. If a yard is not available walk them frequently and see their excitement when you reach for the leash.

Always verify the history of the breeder. Huskies could be very sensitive pets and lots of attention is required. Be patient with them and discipline will come with time. Never leave them alone for a long period of time or destruction will be inevitable. Huskies will destroy furniture and any other items they can get their teeth around. If leaving them home for long periods of time is inevitable I would recommend finding them a companion.

Bonjuk,the well known siberian husky, performing in his latest video. Leaps over leg, leaps through the arms, leaps in the arms and not a piece of cake, carrying the bag and other objects.

Dog picture taken by jasenzai.

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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Dog picture taken by Jeffrey Beall.

Momma panther suffered great distress during the bombing of 1999. and since then she kills her cubs. Therefore, employees of Belgrade Zoo had to find surrogate mother. That was our husky female Blacky.

Dated back to earlier times, the Chukchi tribes from northeastern Asia were the first to breed Siberian Husky dogs. It was during 1909 when these sleigh dogs were brought to Alaska for the first time in history to compete in the All-Alaska Sweepstakes race, where they drew the attention of the Alaskan dog breeders for their great running abilities. The American Kennel Club (AKC) offered recognition to these dogs in 1930. Eight years after this recognition, the Siberian Club of America was instituted.

Siberian Husky dogs are a gentle breed with pleasing temperament. The Chukchis raised their dogs with high admiration, considered them as an integral part of the family and inspired their children to play with the dogs. This probably facilitated the development of a warm, gentle, social and human-like attitude in these dogs. With their alert and intelligent nature, the Siberian Husky can become a warm companion for people of any age with diversified interest levels.

If you are looking for a one master dog, the Siberian Husky dog is not a good choice for you, although they maintain their loyalty and affection for the family. Not being afraid of strangers, these dogs are not considered as a good watchdog. However, they may turn out to be violent sometimes. Most commonly, they show their interest of making friendship with new guests. They can socialize nicely with dogs from other breeds, while maintaining their dignified, friendly attitude and magnificent decorum. But the dog is proven to be defensive if attacked.

If you own small animals like squirrels, birds, cats, rabbits, hamsters or guinea pigs, owning a Siberian Husky may turn out to be risky for those small animals, since the dog has a strong predatory nature. These dogs show their strong hunting ability and are possessed by speed, craftiness and endurance. However, these dogs usually do not reveal any aggressive attitude towards other dog breeds.

If you own a Siberian Husky at home, you can be rest assured that you need to spend a very little time on grooming care for the dog. The shedding frequency of this dog is usually once in a year, although it is covered with a dense coat all over the body. Digging holes is a favorite pastime for Siberian Husky dogs. These dogs are economical since they need a very small amount of food to maintain good health. The Chukchi people raised them with smallest possible food intake in order to keep to fit and flexible.

Their intense craving to run sets Siberian Husky dogs apart from other breeds concerning safety. Since earlier times, these dogs had a strong instinct to run and they enjoy it overwhelmingly, but this practice may turn out to be life threatening in the context of modern city life. You can easily assume what can happen if the dog runs through the busy roads. So the owner must keep their dog in confinement at all times in order to ascertain its safety. If someone is not very comfortable with the idea of confinement, the Siberian Husky is not a good choice for them.

Dog picture taken by Jeffrey Beall.

As the name suggests the Siberian Husky is native to Siberia. It was there that they were trained for hundreds of years to pull sleds by the Chukchi people. The Chukchi were a semi-nomadic tribe that used the Siberian Huskies to pull sleds with light loads for long distances, which made them an excellent companion for the tribe. DNA testing has recently found that the Siberian Husky is one of the oldest breeds of dogs. It wasn’t until 1909 that the Siberian Husky was brought to the United States where it took part in the All Alaska Sweepstakes Race. A number of Siberian Huskies were imported to Alaska after this initial appearance and the breed won the same race on the following year. The Siberian Husky breed not only went on to win many different races in the following years but it also gained fame for their great speed and endurance as well.
The American Kennel Club did not recognize the Siberian Husky as a breed until 1930. Today the breed is still widely used in various sledding, carting and racing events. If fact this breed is responsible for the popularity of these activities. Although in many events it is less common to see the Siberian Husky since they are being replaced by the Alaskan Husky which is bred specially for speed. Therefore, people have started a movement that holds races specifically designed for the Siberian Husky.

The Siberian Husky has new modern roles as a hiking companion, therapy dog or devoted house pet. The Siberian Husky is often confused with the Alaskan Malamute. However, since the Alaskan Malamute was bred for draft work, and not speed, they are identified by their heavy build. The Siberian Husky on the other hand has a very unique appearance. One part of this is their double coat, which insulates them from hot and cold weather. They also have long tails that curl over their back in order to protect their noses when they sleep.

Overall the full-grown male Siberian Husky will stand twenty-one to twenty-three and one half inches at their withers with the females being slightly smaller. For females their ideal weight ranges between thirty-five to fifty pounds depending on their size and the males can be up to ten pounds more in weight. The bone density and build of a Siberian Husky should be moderate and never slight or dense. In overall appearance the Siberian Husky is slightly longer than they are in height. The ideal Siberian Husky according to breed standards displays a picture of balance, grace and athletic ability. The eyes can be brown or blue and sometimes even one of each color or speckled. A white mask around their face often enhances their eye color. The overall facial expression of the Siberian Husky is one of friendliness, alertness and even a rogue appearance. The Siberian Husky color can range from white to black but most are black or red with white markings or shaded gray. Rather than focus on color, the importance of a Siberian Husky is their ability to perform with speed, ease and stamina.

My Siberian Husky at around a year old. Check out my other 2 recent videos of Rocky.

Dog picture taken by xoclate.