Huskies?

[CountryWolf07]

My Anna, she was about 12 or 13 years old when she passed away. We had to put her to sleep due to her body giving up. It was old age. She did live a long life. Knock on wood, she never had health issues, she was the perfect Sibe. She never caused troubles, she never dug, it was just uncharacteristic. ONE thing she did love to do was to RUN! She always came back home, always. Like I said, she was just a different dog. She was the first Sibe I have owned, possible not the last.

This was her:

[Husky_mom]

well.. really nothing much to add.. all basics have been covered already.. hehe..

but one thing that can´t be said enough is NEVER trust a husky offleash...

they are awesome dogs.. if you don´t mind the hair.. lol... I actually found out that my first Pom was by far more high maintenance than my husky girls.. by far.. who would´ve thought such a tiny dog could be much of a hairful than a husky.. lol

[Vette]

Lori Jordan: Its sounding like a lot is passed on by way of genes in both animals an people... =/ but with what you described with her losing back end control sounds like something Dachshunds are prone to. a compact discs or nerve?

were you able to get your dog Shyann back okay?

CountryWolf07: sounds like she was a great dog an lived a happy life. my brothers Pug mix,, other then losing his hearing had no health problems either. he also died of old age. just went to sleep one night an that was it.

Husky_mom: LOL really? guess size is very deceiving

[Lori Jordan]

were you able to get your dog Shyann back okay?

Her story is sad,The farmer thought she was a wolf and shot her,Until he walked up to her in the field and seen her tags..That is why i cant stress enough that you need them inclosed behind a high enough fence.I don't want anyone to go through what i did.Very Heartbreaking,I still have not recoverd from that.Alot of "What If's" I go over about Shyann.

It has been along time nearly 10 years ago.I still see the family in stores,And it brings the hole thing back.

I don't think every Sibe goes through that.But in every breed its still the unknown,Animals these days get all the same things we do,Its very sad but Unlike us Our Pets do not have to suffer.

[Roxyluvsme13]

I adore huskies, but don't think I could ever own one, so much hair hehe. But they are really gorgeous doggies

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they are awesome dogs.. if you don´t mind the hair.. lol... I actually found out that my first Pom was by far more high maintenance than my husky girls.. by far.. who would´ve thought such a tiny dog could be much of a hairful than a husky.. lol

LMAO!!! There's little black poofballs of Lily hair all around the house... I don't think she sheds that bad; however, when it's a certain time of year she indeed sheds and Lily hair goes everywhere

[Vette]

Lori Jordan: Oh my goodness. thats horrible i hope that doesnt happen to anyone else either. =/

an thats true. as long as they let us know. some animals can hide their pain well.

[cyber-sibes]

I was just stopping by PT too post about our newest Sibe addition - Moo. she's our 5th Siberian. As everyone said, Sibes are great dogs for the right owner, but an unbearable string of aggrevations for the wrong owner. Of course each one has its individual traits, but ours have taught me:

If you do get a puppy, you have GOT to train it. Siberians are thinkers who may choose to do what you ask, and may choose to totally ignore you. (nothing personal- it's a Sibe thing.)

Some can be very strong-willed & you have got to establish yourself as the pack leader. Our neighbors adopted one because they thought ours was sooo nice, but their Sibe had them terrorized!!! She ended up being given away, & then running off from that home.

They hunt. They also kill & eat what they hunt. A great trait if you're out in the wilderness, but sometimes city folk find it distasteful to go out & gather up the guts & pieces so you don't step in them.

They dig. Lots and lots and lots of pits in the yard. Not for the prim landscape-minded homeowner.

Some can be unbelievably loud, others rarely make a sound. A husky's howl can be heard up to 10 miles away.

They escape. They dig under, climb over, and some even learn to untwine metal fencing. You'd better plan on 6' minimum fencing height, and may need to sink fencing under ground or line the bottom with rocks & cement blocks.

They need to be leashed at all times. They've been bred to run for miles & miles & miles, and they will, if they get a chance. Running away from YOU is a game. Even my husky who was nearly blind with cataracts loved to play "catch me if you can!" Note* Sibes are prone to juvenile cataracts & retina detachment. Be sure to ask to see the CERF (eye) & OFA (hip) certifications if you purchase one.

They shed. Lots. Then lots more.

They're not good watch dogs. They're also not good as single dogs. Huskies need a pack. So unless you can be with them 24-7, plan on getting two. Now the real fun begins!!!

They can be very destructive when they get bored. I can always tell when mine needs more exercise by how destructive they get. Fortunately, mine have all been well behaved inside, but that's just mine. However I do know people whose Sibes eat furniture, bedding, car interiors, nick-nacs & jewelry. Mine ate the check I left for the dogsitter once.

They are a very intelligent breed with a playful, mischievious nature. They have to be smart to do their job well. Even if they are a city dog, they need things to do to challenge & engage them. Plus, a good dose of exercise, but you don't have to run marathons, I walk mine a couple miles a day and play fetch in the yard.

Please do your research, this is not a breed that is recommended for first time dog owners. I've had other breeds, and these guys are pretty unique. I love mine to pieces, but it is a breed that often gets dumped once they aren't cute little puppies anymore because many people just can't handle their special needs. That's why you'll find purebreds at shelters.

Good luck!