Originating from North-Eastern Siberia around 3,000 years ago, is the Siberian Husky. They were bred from the Chukchi people whose nomadic culture relied on them to pull sleds. In 1908 they were brought to Nome-Alaska for Sled-dog racing.
The Siberian husky is a medium-large breed dog, that has triangular shaped ears that prick up, a long muzzle and have eyes the colour of blue, brown or one of each. Their coat is most commonly seen in black and white, then following is copper-red and white, pure white and even sable. Their coat has a thick double layer which is medium to long in length and allows them to withstand temperatures as low as -50 to -60 degrees.
Today most Siberian Huskies are family pets that thrive off companionship, are known to be gentle with children and good with other dogs. They do however have a high activity level which requires 1-2 hours of exercise daily and are not suited to an apartment or home without a large backyard. They must have high secure fencing as they are prone to find a way out if left to become bored and lonely.
Siberian huskies require grooming at least 1-2 times weekly because of their thick soft outer coat and dense undercoat. This also means they can struggle in the heat as they were bred to stand cold weather conditions. During the warmer months access to cool shaded areas indoors or out and water is always needed.
The Siberian husky is a medium-large breed dog, that has triangular shaped ears that prick up, a long muzzle and have eyes the colour of blue, brown or one of each. Their coat is most commonly seen in black and white, then following is copper-red and white, pure white and even sable. Their coat has a thick double layer which is medium to long in length and allows them to withstand temperatures as low as -50 to -60 degrees.
Today most Siberian Huskies are family pets that thrive off companionship, are known to be gentle with children and good with other dogs. They do however have a high activity level which requires 1-2 hours of exercise daily and are not suited to an apartment or home without a large backyard. They must have high secure fencing as they are prone to find a way out if left to become bored and lonely.
Siberian huskies require grooming at least 1-2 times weekly because of their thick soft outer coat and dense undercoat. This also means they can struggle in the heat as they were bred to stand cold weather conditions. During the warmer months access to cool shaded areas indoors or out and water is always needed.
Interesting facts about the Siberian Husky
- While they are not known to excessively bark, they like to throw their head back and let out a big howl along with vocal sounds.
- Look very similar to a wolf
- They are fantastic diggers- They will dig out a whole in the snow to create shelter from harsh conditions.
- Are able to change their metabolism
- They are pack orientated
- During World War II, Siberian Huskies help the army by being search and rescue assistants.
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