Info on Husky puppies? People if u no ur stuff answer plz!?

Question

Hey, im 14 and my family are thinking of getting me a husky pup for christmas.
I cant find any in my area and have searched in pet shops and looked on the net and theres nothing!
I am very good with dogs and understand them well, i have a cat but hes very dosile and doesnt seem to bother with other animals.

I want to know as much info on huskies before i get one and i want to know the different types and colours.
Theres been some ads ive seen (but not in my area) that are selling the pups at £350 to £550 and some in between.

Also i live in north wales im looking for any near chester,llandidno places like that?

If you can help with info thanks


xxx

Answer 1

Here is a page with a lot of info on them. :)

http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/siberianhusky.htm

http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/alaskankleekai.htm

Answer 2

Huskies usually don't do well with cats. If you raise the husky as a pup with the cat, and the cat is defiant enough to hold its own and give the husky a good bat on the nose when he's playing too rough, it may work out. But huskies generally have extremely high prey instincts, so I would watch out for that if I were you.



Huskies also LOVE to exercise and will need at least two hours of exercise daily. Insufficient exercise will lead to frustration and possibly destructiveness or aggression. They are also VERY independent thinkers and although they are usually smart enough to pick up on tricks quickly, they often practise "selective hearing" once a treat is not present! As said before, they also shed a lot.



This dog MUST be kept indoors with the family, not outdoors in a kennel. This breed is also not the type of dog that can be left alone for 8 hours a day while the family is at work or school.



I know, that's a lot of bad stuff about the breed... But they are beautiful and very lovable dogs. They will accompany you on any outdoor activity you want to go on - hiking, jogging, just a walk in the park, swimming, you name it. However, please be aware that they are not the breed for everyone, particularly not first-time dog owners.

Answer 3

As others have said, Siberian Huskies are not breed for everyone. They can be "hyper", if you don't exercise them properly. They can be destructive and noisy if they are bored and under-exercised. They can NEVER, EVER be allowed off-lead or loose in an unfenced yard. They will run, and they will ignore you when you call them.



They will kill smaller animals, including cats, especially if not raised with them. If your cat isn't willing to give your Siberian puppy a good smacking while it's still young and impressionable, it could grow up thinking your cat is a chew toy.



The Siberians in the UK tend to be racier, leggier, with less coat. Coat and eye color are unimportant to a Siberian's job, and you should avoid any "breeder" who breeds only for color, or "specializes" in a color.



They can adjust to heat, if allowed to snooze in the shade during the hottest parts of the day.



Not sure about pricing or locations of good breeders, as I'm in the USA. Hopefully someone from the UK can steer you in the right direction. Your best bet is to talk to a responsible breeder about the pros and cons of the breed before committing to getting a Siberian.



Here's a link to some more info on the breed, which might help:

http://www.kaylenbergsiberians.com/Ready.htm



Good luck in your decision!



ADDED: Siberians are incredibly intelligent dogs who learn quickly, but can be considered "hard to train" by people who are used to more "people-oriented" breeds. Siberians are independent thinkers, and have to have a reason to do what you ask. A treat is usually a good enough reason. :) "Because I said so" is not.



Not sure where the idea came from about Siberians going to the vet a lot. A well-bred Siberian is a very healthy dog. Be sure to buy only from a breeder who does genetic testing.

Answer 4

You have to be absolutely certain that you're ready for a Husky before you bring one into your home. These dogs are definitely not for the meek or mild. They require firm training and handling throughout their lives. Huskies, as well as many other nordic breeds, typically challenge their owners to "passive" battles for dominance. You'll have to keep this in check from the get go. They have almost infinite energy and require regular, intense exercise. If they don't receive enough, they can become destructive and anxious. They're definitely not for the person who has a problem with dog hair all over the house. They shed almost constantly and will shed heavily once or twice a year for a few weeks.

Answer 5

Contact the Kennel club, they will be able to give you details of registered breeders. Please do not go to a puppy farm, pet shop etc., you are more likely to get a 'runt' than a good dog. Think hard before taking on a Husky too. They are primarily bred to work and often do not make the best pet dog, becoming bored, sometimes aggressive (more the male than female) and depressed. They need stimulation to keep their minds occupied and require long walks with space to run. Having said all that, I agree they are beautiful dogs. Good luck in your search.

Answer 6

Please read up on this breed before you buy one. Owning a husky as a first dog is quite a challenge, they are hard work.



I have found this website for you to look at but do your own research and look for others aswell.

http://www.siberianhuskyclub.com/abouthuskies



Phone a husky breeder and discuss with them if they would be a suitable dog for you.



If you buy a dog of any breed please DO NOT buy one from a pet shop. These pups often come from puppy farms and are kept and bred in appalling conditions (even if the pups look ok the mums are in a prison).



I wonder if you would consider a rescue pup, if you would like to look at this website http://www.freewebs.com/manytearsrescue/



They do fantastic work and are in Wales.



Good luck with whatever pup you get.

Answer 7

I won't claim to know everything, but I have lived with a few huskies. They are a dominant dog, which means you NEED to be able to be the "alpha dog" or they will be, which you don't want because they will do whatever they want. You should get a book on huskies and take a obedience class as soon as you can after getting him/her.

You need to know they have a lot of energy because they were bred to be working dogs. If you need to leave them alone you need to provide them with something to do or they will destroy the house, best to put them outside in a large pen (NOT chained, they can injure themselves, but an invisible fence/collar works well) with something to play with or if inside you can put a dog backpack on them with some weight to it (Like a few bottles of water). They need to feel like they are doing a job for you or they find mischief, especially as pups. They shed a LOT of hair come spring time and you will need to brush him out a few times a day. They can leave patches of fur on your carpet (or wherever else they think they are allowed). They are messy drinkers, so you'll want as big a bucket type water dish as suitable for his size and be prepared to wipe up a few drips around the dish!

If you can handle all that they are wonderfully gentle and intelligent animals who love to play. They are friendly and not a guard type dog. He will live to make you happy if you train him properly and treat him well!! You need to make sure they don't get fat and you can't feed him table scraps. There are a few genetic disorders that huskies are predisposed to so do your research and find a breeder who can trace their ancestors, prove none of these flaws are likely in the pup you want to buy and they are registered with your country's Kennel Club. The Kennel Club can tell you about reputable breeders in your area (theres a link below to do a search for puppies/breeders and I linked to a breeder you might want to talk to). I linked to a few other breeds which are similar, and a great cross breed is a Husky/German Shepherd cross and they are not as expensive.

I suggest reading the info in the links and explore the site thoroughly and you will enjoy your dog fully! They are so much fun to train and play with!

One of my huskies knew how to play tag, barked at the door to tell me my school bus was coming up the street, was waiting for me when I got home from school and even got on the bus one day when it stopped at my house and woke me up since I had fallen asleep. She could also "say" 'aye wuv ooo' and slept by my bed every night when I went to sleep. There were too many other tricks we taught her to mention them all here! Sorry I wrote sooo much! I love huskies!

Answer 8

they dont like the heat,so keep them cool,no good if you have heating on.they shed fur by the handfull,i like the ones which have 2 diffrant colour eyes,round here they go for about 500 pound.i would recommend pet insurance as they tend to go vets a lot.if you look in your dog mag which comes out 15th each month tells you were to buy from good breaders,as some sell and not full huskies,

Answer 9

I have a dog and she is in the husky family. if you don't want a very active dog I wouldn't get this breed. they also do alot of chewing on everything. they are very very hard to train.

Answer 10

I have one and it's hyper. It hit me in the face with its nose and broke my front left maxillary central incisor.

Answer 11

huskey pups are so cute.your luck. you should name him or her peyton. i think that is a cute name for a boy or girl.they are really hiper though. good luck