does anyone own an alaskan malumute or a siberian husky?

Question

siberian huskys and alaskan malumutes are tied for my favvorite breed. I would like to get and alaskan malumute and siberian husky. does anyone own one and are they good dogs?

Answer 1

Both are great dogs, just train them properly and socialize. And remember, just like humans we all have different personalities, and go about everything differently.

And we ALL need proper training and guidance throughout our lives, we never stop learning. You dog should be no different.

Answer 2

Siberians are great dogs for the right owner, but not everyone can own them.

Typically they are difficult to obedience train, but with enough practice you may soon discover that the best way to make them do what you want is to make them think it's their idea.

They cannot be trusted off lead. Ever. In over 10 years and the over 15 Siberians I've dealt with either in the showring or at home, I've had one that I would trust not to run off, and that took daily obedience work from puppyhood until mature adulthood. About the time she turned 6, in other words. Most malamutes are the same way,

They do shed copious amounts of fur twice a year, and if you love the breed, you'll learn to love this furry garnish that will get into EVERYTHING. Your makeup, food, clothes, bathroom and every crevice, corner and couch cushion in your house. Resistance (and vacuuming are futile). In this respect, Siberians and Malamutes differ very little, as they both have the thick double standoff coats required for Northern breeds.

Siberians range from about 20 inches at the shoulder to 24, if they are bred to the standard. Occassionally, poorly bred puppies may be larger (or even smaller, although this is rarer), but don't fall for the breeder touting them as Giant/Large Siberian huskies -- They're just puppies that should never have been bred.
Malamutes are typically between 23 and 26 inches at the shoulder, dependant on sex, with a larger frame and bone structure. So if a larger dog is what you're after, malamutes would be a better bet as people are generally surprised by the small stature and size of my favorite breed.

Another thing some people may find surprising (and this is in rebuttal to a few answers that I see on this thread already), Siberians make awful watchdogs or guarddogs. They are friendly, although aloof, but most don't bark unless they are raised around dogs that bark (my male came from a litter that was raised with 2 field trial Golden Retrievers in the same kennel, he barks), so there goes their watchdog capabilities. And I've never had a Siberian that bit me or anyone I know, nor do I know of any personally who has been, which is why it bothers me so much when shelter workers label Akita or Shepherd crosses as 'husky crosses' and then out bite incidence rate goes up.

Answer 3

They're both great breeds, but they are extremely unique and can be a challenge behaviorally. So many of them are put into rescue because people buy them based on looks and cannot handle their behavior. I would recommend doing some research and talking to people who own these dogs. Do a search for the breeds in yahoo groups and join one or two to get a true feel for the breed. Maybe even consider a rescue dog because then you will know how the dog behaves. These breeds are extremely independent, so beware!

Answer 4

My sister and I have a siberian husky. She is a very good guard dog. However, huskies can be very possessive of their masters sometimes. A family friend's husky bit the whole right side of the face of their newly bought puppy (of a different breed) as soon as it arrived home from the pet shop (in utter jealousy)!

Answer 5

I used to have a husky.
They can be great dogs but they have some big issues.
They are ezcaspe artists. They will dig under , go over , tear through so anything to get out of the fence and run loose. They are extemely active dogs. They were bred to pull a sled all day and sleep in the snow at night. They need tons of exercise and a walk once or twice a day is not going to do it for them. And they shed or rather they "blow coat" twice per year.
The hair comes out in clumps and you have to sort of pluck them. They shed all year long too but twice a year huge ammounts come out.
Other than that they can be great dogs for a very active person who likes to run with their dogs.

Answer 6

I've had three Siberian Huskies over the years. They are great pets. Please do not get one if you live in a hot climate. They were miserable during the summer. Also do not try to keep on a chain. Their necks are incredibly strong and break all chains and collars. They need to live where they can run free.

Answer 7

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Answer 8

i work for a husky breeder and both breeds are great and very loyal. and they get along great too so if you cant decided between the two then get both.