Are siberian husky's okay in Texas weather or would it be to hot for them??

Question

I live in the Dallas area and i'm thinking about gettin siberian husky, i just need to know since it's normally hot here and sib's are use to the cold, if it would still be okay..

Answer 1

I have two Siberian Huskies and we have lived all over with them so I can tell you that the heat does take its toll. We lived in New Orleans for 2 years and the poor dogs stayed indoors in the ac all the time and could only endure very short walks. Prior to that we lived in DC and now we live in RI and they are like different dogs. They have so much more energy and behave like typical huskies. I never want to discourage people from getting huskies, because I think they are great dogs and there are so many out there that need homes (search for husky rescue online), but I don't think it's good for them to live in the South where it is hot and humid.

Answer 2

There are coyotes, a few species of fox, and the Mexican wolf are all endemic to the Southwest and they all have a decent coat. They are actually better suited to the heat than pugs, Boston terriers, and other short snouted breeds as their longer nose gives them greater interior surface area for cooling. However, do NOT shave them. They can get sunburnt and can actually get hotter. Just make sure to keep them indoors in the air conditioning during the hot part of the day, exercise them in the cooler parts of the day in the summer, and make sure they always have access to water. My husky/Rott mix always is a bit slower in the summer, but loves the winter. They do needs lots of exercise and are not a good breed for novice dog owners. See the link below for more:

Answer 3

They can survive in somewhat hot weather, but will not be generally comfortable with it. I don't suggest a Siberian Husky for you guys.

Answer 4

Siberian Husky's are used to the cold and their thick coats would make it rough in summertime, especially with hot texas weather

Answer 5

I think it would be too hot for them. I have an 8 year old huskey and I live in Massachusetts and he LOVES it here. In the summer he stays inside in the air conditioning and only goes out to pee. In the winter he stays outside ALL DAY. He loves the snow. On cold fall nights he even wants to sleep outside. My parents are retiring to the Caribbean and they have asked me to take him when they move because it is too warm for him there. They have two layers of fur and I really think that Texas heat would be too much for them as they need A LOT of exercise and could overheat easily. They are very cute though, so I could see why you would want one. I can't recommend it though. Sorry. : (

Answer 6

I think it's too hot. What a friend of mine does is leaves a huge chunk of ice in the water bowl with regular water. Keeps the dogs happier.

Answer 7

I wouldnt recommend it unless you keep it constantly shaved and inside- of couse all dogs should be inside dogs. But I think, overall, it is not a good idea for a husky or any long haired dog. Hope this helps!

Answer 8

If it were kept in an air conditioned house and kept his caot very short i wouldnt see why not-but i would consider a different breed if possible first!

Answer 9

Yeah it should be okay if you have an air conditioner in your house. My grandma has a samoyed/Alaskan Malamute/Wolf mix and he has super long hair and she lives in florida. She usually has her central air on for him and he seems fine and really happy!

Answer 10

The husky may have problems with its fur and skin so you might want to keep your house a very cold temperature!!!!

Siberians are normally rather healthy dogs, typically living from eleven to fifteen years of age. Health issues in the breed are eye troubles (cataracts, glaucoma, and corneal dystrophy among others), allergies, and cancer in older animals. Hip dysplasia occurs but is not a major concern in the breed. This breed needs a high-quality diet with high levels of protein and fat, particularly when used for dogsledding. That said, Siberian Huskies are fuel-efficient dogs, consuming less food than other dogs of similar size and activity level. The diet must be adjusted to their level of work and exercise; obesity can be a problem for underexercised, overfed pets. Due to their origins, Huskies do require some amount of fish oil in their diet, primarily for their coat and nails, which can become brittle without the fish oil. Most trainers/hobbyists recommend feeding Siberians sardines as a means to introduce fish oil into their diet.Despite their sometimes intimidating wolf-like appearance, Siberian Huskies generally have a gentle temperament. Being a working breed, Siberians are very energetic and enjoy the ability to explore and run. That, combined with their striking appearance, has made them popular as both family pets and as show dogs. Siberians can be extremely affectionate, curious (like all dogs), and welcoming to people; characteristics that usually render them as poor guard dogs. Properly socialized Siberians are most often quite gentle with children (although no dog, including Siberians, should be left unsupervised with small children).There is a large variation in size among huskies, and breed standards state that height at the withers and weight should always be proportional to each other. The approximate measurements:

* Males
o Height: 21 to 23.5 inches (53.5 to 60 cm)
o Weight: 45 to 60 lb (20.5 to 28 kg)
* Females
o Height: 20 to 22 in. (50.5 to 56 cm)
o Weight: 35 to 50 lb (15.5 to 23 kg)
Like all dogs, the Husky's nose is normally cool and moist. In some instances, Siberians can exhibit what is called 'snow nose' or 'winter nose'. Technically called "hypopigmentation", it results from loss of sunlight, and causes the nose (or parts of it) to fade to brown or pink in winter. The normal color returns as summer approaches. Snow nose also occurs in other light-coated breeds; the color change can become permanent in older dogs, especially white, red & white and cream colored Siberians, though it is not associated with disease.The Siberian Husky's coat consists of two layers, a dense, cashmere-like undercoat and a longer coarser topcoat consisting of short, straight guard hairs. This top coat can actually be two different colors, and it's not unusual to find it growing white then black then white on the same piece of fur. Siberians only shed their undercoat once a year; the process is commonly referred to as blowing their coat. Dogs that live primarily indoors often will not shed year round, so the shedding is less profuse. Owners who live in warmer climates will find that the Husky will shed pretty much all year round, with a larger amount just before summer. Otherwise, grooming is minimal; bathing is normally unnecessary as the coat sheds dirt. When grooming, most of the work needs to be done on the rear legs, as this is an area which does not naturally lose as much fur as the rest of the animal. When the fur starts to clump - it's time for a brush! Well and healthy Siberians have little odor. Their ears are soft and they have very good hearing.Siberians' eyes are brown, or blue. Light blue eye color is characteristic but not completely dominant. The breed may have one eye brown or hazel and the other blue (called "bi-eyed") or may have blue and another color mixed in the iris of one or both eyes; this latter trait, heterochromia, is called "parti-eyed" by Siberian enthusiasts. This is one of the few breeds for which different-colored eyes are allowed in the show ring. The Siberian Husky is one of the few dog breeds where blue eyes are common. No preference to eye color is given in the breed show ring, as it does not influence the dog's ability to pull a sled.Siberian Huskies share many outward similarities with the Alaskan Malamute breed as well as many other spitz breeds such as the Samoyed, which has a comparable history to the Huskies. Siberians have a thicker coat than most other breeds of dog. It comes in a variety of colors and patterns, usually with white paws and legs, facial markings, and tail tip. The most common colors are black and white, grey and white, copper-red and white, and pure white, though many individuals have brown, reddish, or biscuit shadings and some are piebald spotted. Striking masks, spectacles, and other facial markings occur in wide variety. They tend to have a wolf-like appearance. Though the breed is not related to the wolf any closer than any other breed of dog, it is thought they maintained this appearance through isolated breeding of Siberia.Huskies need cool temperatures!!! or else the skin will rot and fur with change color.