I currently have two cats, about 3-4 years old. Not now, but later my Girlfriend and I want to get two husky's (as graduation gifts to ourselves - from college) We live in Texas now, but plan on moving to Colorado, Utah, or somewhere else cold before getting them. My question is this,
Based on the books we have be reading, mixing Huskys and cats is not nescessarily a good idea. But other sources say raise the Husky puppy (we plan on getting them the day they have been weaned from the Mother) with the cats, and the Husky will see the cat as an "exception" to the Kill all small furry creatures instinct.
Also, will a husky attack a chihauha or something because of its size?
Just curious, trying to figure out if the Husky is the right breed for us!
2007-03-05 14:33:20 · 11 answers · asked by Adam W 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
You bet they can! I have a husky(5mos old) and a cat(4yrs old) and they love eachother! As long as you get the huskies young enough for them to grow up with the cats/small dogs/etc...they will be fine! They need to accept that the cats are part of their pack and they will...the cats might take a little adjustment, but they'll all love eachother...regardless of what others may say about the breed! Check out information about huskies before you purchase one/two...they are a ton of work...but so worth it!
2007-03-06 02:25:22 · answer #1 · answered by designz51 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have a cat and a dog. We introduced my dog to my cat when he was little but he still tries to sit on her and be the dominant one. We had a neighbor how had a husky and she was very aggressive towards my dog (a mutt: chihuahua, rat terrier, Lhasa apso and poodle) although they were friends. It all depends on the dog. If you get a pair of huskies, make sure the cats will be nice to them. If not, the dogs will see them as enemies and try to be more dominant. I would also say defiantly no if your cats are indoor cats because they would have no where to go if the dogs were to become aggressive. My cat now spends most of her time outside to avoid my dog. Hope this helps!
2007-03-05 14:41:35 · answer #2 · answered by untilinfinity_lsmb 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you get your dog as a pup and socialize them, not only around cats, but kids and pple in general you will have a happier more well-behaved dog period. That being said, dogs tolerance to cats varies from dog to dog as each dog has their own individual personality. I shouldn't really for see it being a problem though if the dog was raised around a cat or 2. Socialization is honestly the key to having a well behaved dog. After your pup has been vaccinated, take him/her to pet stores and out for walks where there is alot of pple. Let kids and other pple pet him/her. That way the dog gets the been there done that kind of personality. They have seen it all before, so not alot of things would make them uncomfortable.
2007-03-05 14:45:18 · answer #3 · answered by kristy_dehaven2001 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
sorry I would say to avoid this breed not only becuase of the cats, but because they require ALOT of excercise, you could easily run them 5 miles a day and it still wouldnt be enough.
ok even young pups might have instinct to hunt cats, if you insist on getting a Husky pup -get one from a breeder who has cats so they will have been around them LONG before you get them.
as far as it attacking other dogs, that depends on the socialization it has or hasnt received
Huskies are one dog you shouldnt get unless you have big land and a lot of time.
2007-03-05 14:44:35 · answer #4 · answered by CF_ 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
is this a clean mixture of pets at your residence? Huskies are a breed with very severe prey stress and are not commonly seen threat-free round cats until eventually they have been added up jointly from an particularly youthful age.
2016-12-05 07:33:58 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I say this all the time with the animal questions, but it is still your best bet: Check with a local vet!!!!!! They are the best source to understand the traits that are unique to each breed, and a vet can also dispel certain myths that surround alot of the purebreeds.
You are wise to carefully consider this though....most people just grab what they want, find out later it wasn't a good fit, and then dump the unwanted animal at the local animal shelter (or roadside). I applaud you for looking at all your options beforehand!
2007-03-05 14:40:54 · answer #6 · answered by CassandraM 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I LLLLLLLLLLLLLOVED My sweet Huskies!
I grew up with them.
Talk to local animal trainers about how to best socialize your dog with your cats. Mine got alone with everybody - but we socialized them to all sorts of people and animals.
Take the time to get professional advice. The cats will have to be acclimated to the dog as well...
Good luck! --De
2007-03-05 14:47:35 · answer #7 · answered by Depoetic 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Vets are not animal behaviorists. "Would you ask your pediatrician about discipline your child? It depends on the individual dog. It depends on your behavior around the animals. Start taping all the Dog Whisperer episodes. Believe it or not he really is good and miles ahead of obedience trainers and Vets when it comes to animal behavior issues.
2007-03-05 14:50:05 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
that all depends if cats will fight with the huskeys but preety much noooooo!!!!
2007-03-05 14:42:23 · answer #9 · answered by nick g 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Thats an interesting question.i hav no idea.sry.
2007-03-05 14:48:09 · answer #10 · answered by Madi514 2 · 0⤊ 3⤋