i want a siberian husky is there anything i should know before i get one?

Question

is there any spiecial care that i would have to give?

Answer 1

My husband and I have two Siberan Huskies. They can at time be very needy, requiring a great deal of attention. They also require a lot of exercise. They need a VERY secure yard - they are known as "escape artists". One of my dogs weighs about 55 lbs. and managed to squeeze herself through an opening (a loose board in our backyard fence) that was only 5 1/4 inches wide. They also require a lot of brushing, and if you plan on having them in the house or your car like we do, be prepared for an enormous amount of dog hair, because it will be everywhere! For this reason, our dogs are not allowed in the kitchen, and have been trained to stay out of this area of the house. They completely shed their coats about once a year, which requires endless brushing. When they shed their coats and if they are in the house, you will be vacuuming on a daily basis, if not twice a day. They can be (our 2 dogs certainly are) extremely family-oriented, and if you have them in the house, they will more than likely want to be right in the middle of whatever family activity is going on at the moment - they are extremely curious and always want to know what is going on. They also do better if they are not left alone for long periods of time. My husband works outside the home and is gone all day, but we also own a home-based business, which I run out of our home, so the dogs are in the house with me most of the day. Also, if you have them in the house with you, they will more than likely follow you around (from room to room) constantly - in our case, we have two huskies following us around all the time, so you have to have patience for that. Also, when our dogs are asleep (napping) in the house, or are awake and just lying around on the floor in the house, they absolutely WILL NOT move out of the way for us, (they just trust that we will step over them or walk around them) so we are constantly stepping over them. In the summer months, when it is hot, our dogs have their own plastic "kiddie pool", which the love to get into to cool off. On the positive side, Siberian's make great family pets and are excellent with children of all ages, including babies (at least ours are). Our two dogs are also excellent with people in wheelchairs - they will approach the wheelchair slowly, sit down next to the wheelchair, and patiently wait to be petted. This is something they just came by naturally, I guess, because we did not have to train them to do this. We have never had either one of our dogs jump up on someone that is in a wheelchair They are not good watch dogs - ours aren't anyway, because they love everbody. They may or may not want to sleep with you in your bed. When we got our first huskey, she slept on the bed with us. With the addition of our second huskey, they now sleep on the floor in our bedroom on their respective blankets, next to our bed. We also have both of our dogs on a health insurance plan through PetSmart, which costs us about $50 per month for both dogs. This insurance plan has saved us, between our two dogs, about $1,300 so far just in routine care - physicals, shots, lab work, etc. NOW, having said all that you can decide if you still want a Siberian Huskey. If you do get one, you must be a true animal lover and be ready for a lot of work!. Please do not get one just because you think they are pretty dogs, because they do require a lot of work - just make sure you are ready for that. Good luck to you.

Answer 2

Are you interested in buying a Siberian Husky? Then, you've already heard how marvelous they are. We think you should also be told that they do have their shortcomings, and may not make the ideal pet for everyone who is attracted to them. Siberians are a gregarious lot and need the company of other dogs or of people at all times. If you work all day, or have room for only one dog . . . don't buy a Siberian. While capable of strong affection for his family, the Siberian Husky is also very friendly with strangers. So, if you want the fierce loyalty of a one-man dog . . . don't buy a Siberian.

The Siberian Husky is not a watch dog, although those ignorant of his true nature may be frightened by his appearance. If you want a dog with aggressive guard-dog instincts . . . don't buy a Siberian.

At least once a year Siberians shed their coats. If you like fur all over the house and in the very air you breathe, then fine. If, however, you value neatness at all times, then . . . don't buy a Siberian.

Siberian Huskies have a natural proclivity for digging holes in backyards. If you take great pride in your landscaping efforts . . . don't buy a Siberian. Of all the shortcomings to be found in Siberians, the most dangerous to the pet owner is their tremendous desire to RUN. The very first dash that a puppy makes across the road could be his last run, anywhere. A Siberian, for his own protection, should be kept confined or under control on a leash at all times. If you are one of those people who think it is cruel to crate a dog . . . don't buy a Siberian. If you have read this far, honestly feel that you qualify on all counts, and are still determined to own a Siberian, then we take great pleasure in welcoming you to the fold. Join the rest of us in the smug complacency of knowing that we own the most beautiful, the smartest, the most nearly ideal dog in the world . . . the SIBERIAN HUSKY!

Answer 3

These are the only things you need to realize, you need to dedicate your self completely to this animal, this dog will become a part of your life and you will treat it like your child, you cannot get "rid" of a dog just because you get mad or frustrated at it. This take s training, maybe even obedience school too. Love and attention, this means walking and playing with the dog even though you are tired. You have to be ready for responsibility, just like for any animal, but dogs need more training. Do you have it in you? Do you have the money for the dog, the training, the food, the vet?? I mean shots and any emergency that arrives? Are you an adult?? If not, forget it. Don't get any animal. If you are responsible person to give it your best, make sure you look at both parents of the one you decide to get. One that is breed from a kennel without any training, will more than likely be just like that, a kennel Mut. Untrainable. So take your time and look and check out the pup's parents. Good Luck to you. They are fine dogs. ( Allot of brushing)

Answer 4

They really are not a good choice for most of the people that want to get one!!!!!!

They need lots of exercise, they RUN, they can have weird behavior issues, the can bark a lot, the shed a TON.....they are working dogs that need a lot of attention and upkeep. MAny people who get them are really unprepared for the amount of care required.

Visit some breeders and get the whole story first. People who have had several of them for many years are your best guide!!!!

Don't make an impluse buy!!!!!!!

Answer 5

I have 13 dogs 7 of them Siberian huskys. And if you ae curious why I have so many dogs its because my uncle is a vet and we have dog shelters. 13 of the dogs are our own. You ned to get special food sometimes. They of couse eat dog food but they can be very picky. Get a big dog house if they sleep outside.

Answer 6

I think regardless of what breeds of dog you getting? Please do read up more information about dogs. For example: Should you own a dog, do you have time for your dog?
Of course dog need special care! Dogs need attention, love and time, it kinda like in a relationship. You need to look after it meal-feed him; it health-fur, claws, whole body, grooming, bathe; train him etc. Taking care of your dog vaccinations and medication bill is much more expensive than Human.
It better to check around 1st , get well prepare before really get one.

Answer 7

They need lots and lots of exercise every day. If you think about it they are bred to run long distances pulling a sled, so thats what your trying to make up for. If you can't do that then they will look for something to do and its usually pretty destructive, like chewing furniture and toys, destroying most household items.

Answer 8

They love to run, run, run, run, run!
They will jump any fence, from chain link to 10ft privacy they will get out.
If it is hot where you live, the husky will be miserable.
They shed, shed, shed.
They tend to have very bad skin.
But they are great great companions. Good with children. Very very pretty dogs. Enjoy your new best friend!

Answer 9

They love running so if you can jog 2 or 3 miles every day it'll be happy

Answer 10

1. They love attention
2. They can grow to be very big
3. Sometimes they may be aggressive. (They jump when they are aggressive.)
you have to give them alot of attention and be very careful where you let them go. They are also very curious about things. Also, temperature in your house matters too.