where can i get a baby husky?

Question

I really want to have a dog and i want a husky but i want a baby one so it can get used to me and the family, where can I get a baby one?. I was told not adopt from adoption places becasue they are already truamatized and they are not as obedient. is it true? please I want to get a baby husky asap, I really really want a dog hehe , and well my husband made me choose between two gifts and i choose a puppy so please give advise, tips, whatever you know. oh yea and im in NJ/NY please!!!!!!1

Answer 1

Contrary to popular belief -- and especially with Siberians, which are commonly bought as puppies by people who don't know what they're getting into -- young adult rescue dogs are not "already traumatized". Now, whether or not they will be obedient remains to be seen...you are, after all, dealing with a Siberian.

Even if you get a puppy, this puppy will grow up to be a Siberian. What does that mean?

1. It will require consistent obedience training from a dominant owner. This breed will walk all over you if they don't respect you as the leader.

2. It can NEVER be allowed off leash, and MUST have a fenced in yard. This breed is very good at taking off, and not coming when called (despite the fact that it knows very well you're calling it).

3. If bored and unexercised, it will be destructive and noisy. This breed requires plenty of exercise, and actually does best with another "dog pal"...otherwise you'll have angry neighbors and huge holes in your yard.

This is a beautiful breed, but not the breed for everyone. If you get a puppy, go to a responsible breeder. You can find them here:
http://www.shca.org/shcahp4f.htm

If you would still like to consider an adult, there are plenty of rescues in your area. Here's one:
http://www.siberianrescue.com/midatlantic.htm

petfinder.com is another option

Regardless, please do plenty of research and decide whether or not this breed is for you. Siberians end up in rescue because people don't take the time to research the breed, and realize when the dog is a rowdy young adult that they made a mistake.

Good luck!

Answer 2

You have some excellent choices of pets at the your local animal shelter--it may suprise you that sometimes, the kind of animal you are NOT intending for a pet is the one that really clicks with you once you get to know the animals.

Adult dogs make are great, too. I adopted two of my hounds when they were 1 1/2 and 3, respectively (and by the way, still as adorable as they were when they were pups.) Housetraining them was a breeze, and the rehab training that they needed to become socialized went quicker, too, because they were mature. I adopted a large pup, too, and out of the three, he has been the most scarred from the harsh treatment that he had suffered in his short life, and he has been the most trouble of the three (but I still love him.)

Please choose from the shelter--there are beautiful animals in there that will die unless they have homes. Please dont put money into the pockets of unscrupulous breeders!

Answer 3

It is NOT true that shelter dogs are traumatized or not as obedient. Frankly the smartest and most obedient dogs I've ever known were shelter dogs. They may be scared of being abandoned, sure, but they will adapt to the new home just as easily as a new puppy will.

It sounds like you're bent on getting a puppy though, so just be careful who you buy from. If they won't let you see the kennels or parents, don't buy from them. If the place strikes you as filthy, too small or animals are lying around sick/hurt, don't buy from them. If they don't take care of their breeding dogs, you probably won't be getting a good puppy. Just a word of warning.

Answer 4

Hi there, these dogs are work, I've raised them for 30 years, you must have a yard, they need to be walked everyday, if you could rescue one from a shelter or a Siberian Huskie rescue shelter this would be great To get you started go to Husky Rescue.com or Adopt A Husky.com
This will help you all of my huskies have been adopted, you work with them and they will come around, they love to run, and allot of times do not come when called, my stories are endless of huskies running away, I always got them back, I was lucky. If you want email me and we can talk more ok??!!

Answer 5

Adopted dogs rock! True, some can come with a lot of baggage, but there arer millions of wonderful dogs put to sleep because no one wanted them. Please do LOTS of research before you consider getting a dog. Husky's can be very hard headed, just like most of the Northern breeds. They aren't the best dog for kidds either. They have a lot of hair and they shed TONS! You have to be VERY patient with these dogs and VERY consistant. You have to show them who is boss. Puppies can be very difficult. You have to be willing to potty train, go to the vet, get shots, go to at least one obedience class and spend lots of time. If you adopt a dog around a year old, you know their personality and how they will be around your family. It takes a lot of research and time to find a nice, repitable breeder who breeds quality dogs. IMO, a dog around a year old is perfect. You don't have to potty train, go through teething, fear period and having the dog adjust as it grows. Plus, you'll be saving a life! Make sure to spay or nueter your pet!

Answer 6

http://www.petfinder.com/index.html

Put in your zip code. If no younger dogs in your area, Google search "Siberian Husky Rescue + your state."

Shelter dogs are not all traumatized. That's a myth. Many have been neglected and are desperate for love. They train very easily because they want so badly to please you.

Oh, hey, you're in NJ- here you go- I'm in NJ!

http://www.huskyhouse.org/

Please adopt! Thank you!

EDIT: I agree with Yeeha about husky training. They're very intelligent and can be somewhat stubborn. A year old dog that was surrendered for allergies or moving or what have you might be perfect for you and hopefully has been started on training. Check your email- I sent you a message. Also, I'm gonna email my favorite husky person here on YA and ask her to answer you.

EDIT 2: Thank you Loki! : )

Answer 7

if you are looking for a puppy anyways, how traumatized could it be? A rescue is actually a good place to look.. many rescues pull dogs out of the shelter and then foster them in their homes, so the temperment of the dog is better known.

try www.petfinder.com

Answer 8

petfinder.com,

or good breeders

shelters
rescues