Calling out all Siberian Husky owners!?

These all seem like questions your breeder should have answered for you, or questions you should have asked *before* you bought the puppy.

1. Yes. They take to crates easily. The puppies I keep sleep in crates in my bedroom for the first few months after weaning because they need to be fine with crates, and they do well. A little fussing at first, but they get over it. In the beginning, I may have to get up once in the middle of the night to potty them, but that stops when they hit 3-4 months old.

2. Understand that this breed was bred to work in a team, and live in a pack. Ideally, they should have a companion at all times - it doesn't have to be you, it just has to be something else living and breathing.

People mistake a Siberian's response to being alone for "separation anxiety" - but the fact is, being separated from you isn't the issue. It's being alone and bored that they object to. I don't consider this "separation anxiety".

3. I have 13 year old sled dogs who have never had a bath in their lives. This is a clean breed, and bathing is really unnecessary except for special occasions or if they get into something stinky/gross. The biggest issue when it comes to grooming is brushing. Siberians lose hair year-round, and tend to "blow coat" twice a year. During a coat blow, they shed in huge clumps of fur, and need to be thoroughly brushed.

The two most useful tools you can have are a coat rake and a pin brush. Don't know if they have the "Furminator" where you live, but many Siberian owners swear by them.

Slicker brushes only remove hair from the surface of the coat, and are basically worthless for a shedding Siberian.

4. For me, 2-3. But I've been training them for 23 years, and know the breed. People who are expecting their Siberian to act like a Labrador or Golden Retriever are sorely disappointed. Many people will tell you they are "stubborn" - I don't agree. They just have to see the point in doing what you tell them to do. "Because I said so" is not a compelling reason. A treat, however, is often quite compelling.

They are very smart, and pick up things quite easily once properly motivated. It's learning how to motivate them that some people just can't manage.

This breed was designed to think for itself. They do not live to please you. Firm, consistent obedience training is a must, or they will walk all over you.

5. ABSOLUTELY NOT. Their appearance might deter some thieves, but they were not bred for aggression, and they will not protect you or your home. Siberians are a generally friendly breed, and are as likely to introduce a burglar into your home and leave with them when they go as anything else.

They are not loyal, and they are not interested in "guarding" anything...unless it's a bone, toy, or resource that *they* want.

Good luck.

no.1/ are they easily crate trained?

no husky should ever be kept in a crate, it's like you in a small closet for a day.

no.2/ do they Develop anxiety issues?

in a crate they sure will.

no.3/ how should i groom it?

never, they are a very clean dog

no.4/ on a scale from 1-10 how easy are they to train?

if you are good at it a 5, if there are more than one person giving orders 10

no.5/ are they good guard dogs?

body guards yes,but in a cage no! if some one makes you unhappy, the dog will react, if some one hurts you or pushes you, it will be the last time they visit you. the word is protective, and also against any size animal, he has no fear.

a husky needs lots of walking 1 or two miles a day, even twice a day.

good luck, i hope the seller told you all this.

The Siberian Husky is playful, affectionate, and kind. They form strong relationships with their family. They are clever, even-tempered, and docile, and they are very loving and sociable. They have a lot of energy, especially as puppies, and they have a mischievous streak. While they are very trainable and intelligent, they have a mind of their own and will only obey a command if they understand its purpose. They easily become bored and they may be difficult to housebreak or crate train. Lonely Siberian Huskies can become destructive and develop anxiety. This breed is generally good with other pets and animals. Siberians have a very high prey drive and may kill small animals, including cats and small dogs.

They aren't really protective. They are more sneaky and might hide if an intruder were to break in. Shaving during the summer is ok. With lots of brushing during their shedding seasons.

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Since it is obvious that you do not have a clue about obedience training, your services should be for free. You cannot train even an adult dog for 8 hours a day. About the most that can be done at any one time is 10 - 20 minutes and that is with an adult dog and not a puppy. The attention span on this baby is extremely short and training session should be no more than 10 minutes and twice a day. Additionally, there isn't going to be much learned if you will only be training for 5 days. Obedience training is cumulative and is done over a much longer period of at least several weeks to several months.

What you can charge is determined by your experience, reputation, and accomplishments and in a case like this, should also include guaranteed expectations. Just working with dogs over several years, is not the experience that is necessary to be a dog trainer. There are too many people who are putting that title to their name and fleecing the public. Don't be one of them.

1) Yes. Start early and make the crate a great place to be! Never punishing.

2) Any dog can develop anxiety issues. Start dog-friendly training early and build their confidence (http://www.siriuspup.com/beforebook.html).

3) a slicker brush is a great tool!

4) All dogs are trainable. Huskies aren't very receptive to forceful techniques, so I highly recommend clicker training (http://www.clickertraining.com)/ -- try the book Clicking With Your Dog by Peggy Tillman, or http://clickertraining.com/store/?item=clickerkits

5) They are not good guard dogs; that's not what they're intended for. That said, they are very vocal and can easily be trained to bark at strangers outside. Be sure you teach both "bark" and "quiet" cues! and socialize your puppy well. See http://www.siriuspup.com/beforebook.html for more socialization and puppy training.

Be sure to get training EARLY! Your local animal shelter probably offers low-cost puppy training. This is a wonderful breed of dog but they're independent and strong willed with a strong prey drive (everything, cats, bunnies) so you've got to have control.

Enjoy your wonderful and beautiful dog!

Having a trained dog isn’t the same as having a balanced dog, but if your dog knows a few basic commands, it can be helpful when tackling problem behaviors — existing ones or those that may develop in the future. Learn here https://tr.im/q7CMV

So where do you start with dog obedience training? You could take a class, but it’s not necessary; you can do it yourself. In fact, with the right attitude, it can be fun for both you and your dog!

Step 1 : Sit

This is one of the easiest dog obedience commands to teach, so it’s a good one to start with.

• Hold a treat close to your dog’s nose.

• Move your hand up, allowing his head to follow the treat and causing his bottom to lower.

• Once he’s in sitting position, say “Sit,” give him the treat, and share affection.

Repeat this sequence a few times every day until your dog has it mastered. Then ask your dog to sit before mealtime, when leaving for walks, and during other situations where you’d like him calm and seated.

Step 2 : Come

This command can help keep a dog out of trouble, bringing him back to you if you lose grip on the leash or accidentally leave the front door open.

• Put a leash and collar on your dog.

• Go down to his level and say, “Come,” while gently pulling on the leash.

• When he gets to you, reward him with affection and a treat.

Once he’s mastered it with the leash, remove it — and practice the command in a safe, enclosed area.

Step 3 : Down

This can be one of the more difficult commands in dog obedience training. Why? Because the position is a submissive posture. You can help by keeping training positive and relaxed, particularly with fearful or anxious dogs.

• Find a particularly good smelling treat, and hold it in your closed fist.

• Hold your hand up to your dog’s snout. When he sniffs it, move your hand to the floor, so he follows.

• Then slide your hand along the ground in front of him to encourage his body to follow his head.

• Once he’s in the down position, say “Down,” give him the treat, and share affection.

Repeat it every day. If your dog tries to sit up or lunges toward your hand, say “No” and take your hand away. Don’t push him into a down position, and encourage every step your dog takes toward the right position. After all, he’s working hard to figure it out!

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Siberian Huskies

Need at least 6ft + fence and chicken wire or cinder blocks buried under to avoid digging out. They WILL climb chain link.

They were bred to RUN and WILL not come back despite the area of land.

Electric fences and Shock collars DO NOT work. They have a triple coat that most dogs do not have and have an incredible amount of pain tolerance. The rescue I volunteer for WILL NOT adopt to people with these.

Great with kids, need to be supervised with children under 13. There was a case in Ohio last September of a Siberian who killed a 3 day old infant thinking it was a squeeky toy.

They WILL kill cats, small dogs or anything smaller then them that moves. The rescue get's calls all the time from people who want to surrender their siberian b/c it killed the family cat. Some go years before an incident.

Siberians NEED to be crated while away in seperate crates. They have horrible seperation anxiety and will Destroy anything that smells like you.

All the picture proof and info you need is on this site on left under sections:

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I'm hoping that large back yard of yours is fenced in with 6 ft+ fencing and cinder blocks or chicken wire buried underneath?

Can not be trusted off leash, will run and not return. Have been known to kill small dogs, cats, anything that runs and even small children.

The fence can NOT be chain link b/c siberians climb it and there needs to be something buried underneath to prevent digging out which can happen in less than 5 minutes.

Do you have time to devote to 2-4 mile walks Daily?

Do you have 30 minutes a day to devote to brushing?

Are you willing to give up wearing dark colored clothes?

Do you mind having hair in your food?

Do you mind waking up with hair in your mouth?

Do you have a good pet hair vacuum?

Do you have money to take the puppy to training classes b/c it's going to be needed to teach them how to walk properly on a leash?

Do you have $700-over $1,000 to spend on a well bred siberian, who's parents are PennHip or OFA and CERF certified and champions?

Or do you have a couple grand to spend on hip and eye surgerys in later years from purchasing from a bad breeder?

This is NOT a breed to be taken lightly. I'd say the only good thing about this dog is their looks. I also like the amount of energy but it can get annoying.

Read ALL info on this site under Sections: on left.

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1. Sib are stubburn OX's so NO they are not easily trainned to a crate.

2. Any dog regardless of breed can develop seperation aniexty. Human companionship is essential for a Siberian

3. Lots of brushing, the Siberian Shed like your house will be covered in Snow.

4. I premume you mean 1 being the easiest to 10 being difficult. 9 1/2.

5. No siberian are not good guard dogs as they hardly bark, they howl up a storm instead. They are far too friendly to be any use of a guard dog. So if you wanted a guard dog, wrong breed.

Next time before you purchase a dog, make sure it suits your lifestyle, because you say you know alot, yet the question your asking, show me you don't now as much as your saying. I hope you didn't simple purchase a sib because your family has one. There not the sort of dogs that will adapt to owners lifestyle.

Who Should Not Own A Siberian Husky Dog?

People with cats or small dogs - Siberian husky dogs have a strong prey drive, and can thus be aggressive to small dogs, cats, children, and other small animals. Older children are not a problem, but people with infants or toddlers would be wise not to trust a Siberian Husky near them.

Inexperienced dog owners - Siberian huskies are very intelligent dogs, and can be somewhat stubborn. Because they were bred to perform tasks with less human control, they are very in dependant. They can be hard to train, especially with the "Come" command.

Siberian Husky dogs are always looking for signs of weakness, so owners need to maintain the dominant position, without being overbearing. They can become very difficult to own if you don't do this. Siberian husky dogs should be trained from a puppy.

People living in apartments, houses with no fenced yards, or houses with small yards - Siberian huskies love to be outdoors. They were bred to pull heavily laden sleds over long, frozen distances. So they have a strong capacity for endurance, and a lot of energy. They love to run and roam. Apartment living does not give them enough scope to exercise, and in winter, when we warm ourselves up with heaters and fires, they may find it too hot if they have to stay indoors.

Because Siberian huskies love to roam, they need a good, fenced yard. Otherwise they will go for miles. Fencing needs to be very secure, as they are intelligent enough to find a way out. Small yards, whilst at least providing huskies with a chance to go outdoors, will not enable them to get enough exercise. That restless energy could then be expressed in somewhat disruptive and mischievous ways.

The elderly and disabled - Although this is not intrinsically a problem, Siberian Husky dogs are very active and energetic. They need owners who can both keep up with them, and take them for long walks - or runs. Siberian Huskies love to run, and make great jogging partners, as long as the weather is not too warm. They find warmer weather tougher because their coats are so thick.

People looking for a watchdog - Although Siberian huskies are a large breed dog, they don't make good watchdogs. They tend to exit stage left at the first sign of trouble.

Someone who wants a quiet dog - Beautiful as they are, Siberian husky dogs are not quiet. Whilst they don't bark much, they howl and yelp similar to a wolf. Unless you have a large property, or don't mind this chattering, another dog breed may be more appropriate.

Siberian husky dogs are playful, energetic, spirited, and intelligent dogs. They are not for the faint hearted, or those that want a lap dog. They suit experienced owners who can deal with their quirks in a loving but firm manner.

Siberian Need 6feet+ fence, 2km twice daily or 2hours twice daily, plus 3-4hours mental stimulation, note this will NOT tire a Sibierian husky out.

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Who should own this breed?

This fun loving, affectionate, outgoing, breed requires an experienced, committed, stable owner that has educated themselves well on this breed's needs. Siberian owners should be aware of this dog's amazing natural abilities and desires. They should also know that those abilities and desires, if not channeled and use will become a problem. The Siberian Husky attracts a lot of people because of it's beauty. They are also adorable puppies and win people's hearts in an instant. Many uneducated, puppy smitten owners soon find out this is not the breed for everyone. This is a fantastic, but very specialized breed that requires a special owner to be successful.

Siberian Huskies are high energy. Always look to a dogs historical roots and modern jobs for insight. These dogs were originally bred to run in sub zero temperatures for long distances and still do. Their endurance and desire to go is not the correct match for the average pet owner. But for many Siberian owners, this breed becomes a lifelong passion of the heart and they would own no other.

They need the company of other dogs or of people at all times. If you work all day, or have room for only one dog, don't get a Siberian. Loneliness for this breed equals TROUBLE. A lonely Siberian Husky will display a full spectrum of undesirable behaviors.

Siberian Huskies have a pretty common trait for digging holes in backyards. If you take great pride in your landscaping efforts, a Siberian is not for you.

While capable of strong affection for his family, the Siberian Husky is also very friendly with strangers and make poor watch dogs. A Siberian will not alert his owner to strangers. They are usually pretty happy to see just about everyone. Which I see as a positive for the Siberian. An owner is not bothered with irritating barking every time someone enters or passes by his property.

The breed in general is not good with: Cats or any small animals, rodents, birds or fowl, because of their prey drive instinct. There are of course exceptions, but don't count on it. If you desire to have or currently own such pets do not get a Siberian Husky.

Siberian Huskies are vocal. They rarely bark, but will whine, or moan, and also chirp and howl. Head held high, they will produce one of the most haunting song like sounds. Now this Siberian song fest may be music to the ears of a Siberian and the Siberian Husky fancier, but the neighborhood may not agree.

Siberian Huskies shed a lot. When they blow coat in the spring it is a lot like a doggie hair storm. Brushing helps and you can speed the shedding up with a warm bath. But if you don't like fur all over the house, the car, the furniture and if you don't want to match you wardrobe to you dogs coat color, you don't want to get a Siberian.

Siberian Huskies need a lot of exercise. They have a high endurance level and need a owner that wants to keep up with them. Huskies love to do what they were bred for, so being involved in Siberian Husky sledding, carting and other events or breed clubs is a plus for the dog and the owner. Obedience and agility are also good outlets and activities for the Siberian Husky and owner. They can make good walking/running partners, if the weather is not to warm.

Siberian Huskies have a tremendous desire to RUN. But the very first dash that a puppy makes could be it's last. These dogs should never be allowed to run at large. They face too many hazards in today's world: Cars, other dogs, guns, poison, antifreeze. In addition, they can come in contact with diseases: Parvo, distemper, corona, parasites. The clever Siberian Husky can surely add to that list, easily. They also have a strong prey drive. A gentle family Siberian Husky, at large can inflict, death or injury to livestock, fowl, cats, and wildlife. These mis-adventures could cost you some time in court , large sums of money and ultimately cost your dog, it's life. A Siberian, for their own protection, should be kept confined or under control at all times.

Siberians are escape artists. Some can be contained in 6 foot fencing. Others can clear an 8 foot fence like they have wings. Most Siberian Huskies require completely enclosed kennels to keep them where they are safe when they are not being supervised. Each Siberian Husky varies, but in general this breed is a lot of work to contain. The Siberian is the "Houdini escape artist" of the dog world.