Siberian Husky
The Siberian Husky is a sled dog with blue eyes and endless energy. Beautiful and friendly, but one of the hardest breeds for a first-time owner.
Breed at a glance
- Weight
- 16–27 kg
- Height at withers
- 50–60 cm
- Lifespan
- 12–14 years
- Origin
- Siberia, USA
- Energy
- Shedding
- With kids
- Apartment-friendly
- Trainability
Temperament
Huskies love people and other dogs and rarely bark — instead they ‘talk’ and howl. They're no guard dogs. They're independent: they know the commands but obey when they see the point. The prey drive is strong — cats and chickens in the yard are at risk, and off the lead a husky can run for miles.
Care and exercise
It needs two hours of vigorous exercise a day: running, cycling, canicross. Without it a husky wrecks the flat and digs holes in the yard. Fences must be high and dug in. The thick coat blows out heavily twice a year. In a Moldovan summer walk early in the morning and in the evening: huskies handle heat poorly, and they must not be shaved.
Health
The breed is generally hardy. Eye diseases (cataracts, retinal atrophy), hip dysplasia and zinc-responsive skin problems occur. Have the eyes checked by a vet once a year.
This is a general description: an individual pet's temperament and health depend on its parents, upbringing and care. Ask your vet about your own pet's health.
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