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SIBERIAN HUSKY

The Siberian Husky dog features a thick, beautiful coat in many color markings. The multi-colored or blue eyes and impressive facial masks increase the attractiveness of this breed, which originated from Siberia.

History

The Siberian Husky was brought to Alaska in 1908 and was utilized as sleddogs throughout the gold rush. They were used in the All-Alaska Contest, 408-mile dogsled-race; they were always an active rival in the contests.

Details revealed that the last Siberian Husky had been exported from Siberia in 1930 when the borders had been closed by the Soviet government. The dog breed went on to thrive in The United States. 

Physical Appearance of Siberian Husky

Siberian huskies have a thick, lush coat with ample under-coat—a smaller ruff all-around the neck, however, no long fringes around the tail or legs. The color varies from white to black and anything in-between. Many dogs have white-colored markings, especially on the legs and chest. A male’s average height is about 21 to 23.5 inches; however, the female is approximately 20 – 22 inches tall. The male weighs about 45-60 lbs. The female Siberian Husky has an average weight of 35 to 50 lbs.

The temperament of Siberian Husky

Temperament does not occur in a vacuum. It is influenced by several aspects, such as training, socialization, and heredity. The overall temperament of an individual pet can vary depending on the training that was provided and the environment. When looking for a pet, opt for the middle-of-the-road puppy, not usually the one who’s beating its littermates or the one who’s hiding in corners. Siberian Huskies don’t bark – this is excellent news. Here is also bad news: Husky does enjoy howling, which might be very irritating for the neighbors. Therefore, you must find a well-trained Siberian husky that makes them perfect pet dogs for apartments/homes. 

Susceptible to Diseases

Huskies are usually healthy, but like other dog breeds, Siberian Huskies are susceptible to some health problems such as:

  • Nuclear sclerosis
  • Thiel-Behnke corneal dystrophy
  • Generalized progressive retinal atrophy

Care and Grooming

Probably the most crucial step to look after your husky’s coat is thorough, regular brushing. It is best to aim for at least one time every week. It is suggested to use a wide-toothed comb to break up mats and then follow with a paddle brush to clean and loosen or shed hairs.