Wolf_Q is Nebo a Siberian Husky?

[Blink]

Does he/she shed a lot?

[DoggiesAreTheBest]

I am not Amy, but I know Nebo is a Siberian Husky. From what I heard, Sibes blow their coat and it is alot of hair. The ones that I have encountered do shed alot. But I think the type of food you give them and baths can help. Anna may be able to give you more information. She owns a Siberian Husky, Roxey.

[sammi]

We got new neighbor's this past week and they have a pure breed Siberian Husky! Oh, he is pretty but I have not got a chance to pet him yet. Buddy, Abby and this new doggie all kissed through the fence so I hope that is a good sign!

[anna_66]

Originally posted by DoggiesAreTheBest
. Anna may be able to give you more information. She owns a Siberian Husky, Roxey.

Sourya, I didn't want to post since it was addressed to Amy (didn't want to upset anyone ), so I sent Blink a pm about it, but thanks for thinking of me!

[wolf_Q]

Sourya, I didn't want to post since it was addressed to Amy (didn't want to upset anyone ), so I sent Blink a pm about it, but thanks for thinking of me!

It's not going to bother me any! Sorry I wasn't hear when you posted that. Yes, Nebo is a siberian husky. And yes, they do shed a lot. But since he's still a pup, I haven't experienced it first-hand yet. So Anna can probably answer your questions better! I can tell you what I've read about them if you want lol.

[Blink]

So is it a 24/7 thing? Or is it only once a year when they, "blow" their coats? If it is 24/7 is it REALLY bad? Like so bad that it would make me not want one?

[wolf_Q]

Well, Nebo is 3 months old so I know his shedding is not at it's full potential at all. But even at this age, I can brush him every day and get a pretty good sized gob of fur out of the brush. I haven't really seen any fur around the house or on my clothes, so I think if you brush them every day, it will help reduce the shedding. From what I *thought* they blow their coats 1-2 times a year, which is where they lose their undercoats. I think the majority of the shed hair is just their soft undercoats. I've also heard that the amount they shed depends on the climate. Sorry, I have several husky books but I can't exactly remember what it all says, and I haven't experienced the real shedding first-hand.

What is your dog situation? There are other factors that come into hand as far as wanting one. I've had dogs all my life, and I can tell you that a husky is not your average dog. I personally believe they are extremely intelligent, but can be quite stubborn also. And having a place to run is pretty important--I think Nebo would be stir crazy if he didn't have a yard to run in!

I'm new to the shedding thing myself! My other dogs are a schnauzer and poodle, which really don't shed at all! To me their coats vs. Nebo's coat is their coats grow really fast, need to be shaved ALL the time, get tangled easily, and tend to hold in odors real bad--huskies fur stays pretty nice, and it doesn't stink, so I guess it depends on which type of grooming you'd rather do.

[anna_66]

Yep, your right Amy! It just all depends. I hear that having them in the house makes them shed more too. And like you said, I can brush Roxey everyday and always get lots of hair.....it's neverending!
And yes, they "blow coat" twice a year. and they don't stink

[Blink]

Yea, well I was thinking about getting a husky. Right now I have a Cairn Terrier, and before I had a Boarded Collie.

[primabella]

-welcome to pet talk- :P

[wolf_Q]

Bearded Collie or Border Collie?

Well, let use know what you decide about getting another pup, and don't hesitate to ask any questions!

P.S. welcome to Pet Talk, I'd love to see some doggy pics!

[Aspen and Misty]

I met someone today who has 3 huskie's and she said they shed a whole lot! She said they are woth it though. Just thought I would let you know

[Blink]

Bearded Collie. Thanks for all the help guys.

[*LabLoverKEB*]

Isn't he just adorable? I just love him!

Amy, Anna, do you know of any Siberian Husky websites?? Thanks!

[anna_66]

Originally posted by *LabLoverKEB*
Amy, Anna, do you know of any Siberian Husky websites?? Thanks!

Yep
I think this one is pretty cool Colors of the Siberian Husky
Siberian Huskies

These are two really good ones, at least I think!