ATT: Siberian Husky Owners

[wolf_Q]

Sorry if I'm saying something that's already been said....I didn't read all the posts.

I work at a grooming salon and I have a siberian husky. DO NOT get your dogs shaved! It is not good for double coated breeds, such as huskies. The undercoat helps insulate them against heat and cold. I would suggest that you get a grooming rake. A pretty big one that will go down in deep. I know where you can order the kind we use, and it really works nicely to get that undercoat out! A slicker brush works good to brush them with that first, and then the rake...because the slicker won't get it all out by any means. That shed blade will not do much for a thick coat, it works better on a short haired dog.

Actually, if possible, take the dog to the groomer and ask if they can help you get the undercoat out. I had to do this with a collie that had a real problem. If they brush before, after, and during the bath...and also use those high powered dryers, they can blow the coat out pretty good.

[harleychicken]

Hi everyone.....I said this before on another post but you should never, ever shave a husky or any dog that has the double coat!!!!

Their coat is made to keep them warm in the winter and protect them from the heat in the summer. Any husky book you find will tell you this. I would be afraid of a vet who didn't know this! They will burn easily, too. Normally, they will blow their coats twice a year.....in the fall when their winter fur comes in and in the spring when they get rid of it. The best thing you can do is brush, brush, brush....gets the dead fur out and stimulates the skin. By the way, I live in Florida and although I wouldn't dream of keeping my dogs outside, they are fine with all their fur and their daily walks in the heat.