Origins of the Husky

The Siberian Husky (or Siberian Husky) appeared 2000 years before Jesus Christ. As its name suggests, These dogs are originally from Eastern Siberia . It is the Chukchi people , of Paleosiberian origin, who wanted to produce sled dogs above all . But which would also be guardians of property and good companions for children.

They achieved their goal through continuous improvement of the breed. A legend originating from this tribe suggests that the Husky was born from the love between the wolf and the moon. This is why on full moon nights, the Husky and the wolf howl at the moon so that it comes back down to earth.

A 1909, A Russian fur trader brought nine dogs to Alaska for the 400-mile (653 km) All Alaska Sweepstakes . They finished third. A Scotsman, impressed by their performance, decided to bring back 61 more to form three teams. His dogs won the 1910 race, finishing first, second, and fourth.

Heroic dogs

An animated film, released in 1995, tells the true story of Balto. With the help of Togo, another sled dog, he relays the sled from Nome, Alaska. Let us recall that a diphtheria epidemic struck this small village in the winter of 1925.

Their act of bravery delivered the serum and saved lives, earning them and their masters national notoriety.

Nature and behavior

Nowadays, The husky is a pack dog who will consider you as an integral part of this pack.

If you are considering adopting this type of dog, it is recommended to find him a companion of the same breed. Otherwise, he could become destructive if he is not sufficiently mentally stimulated. Also consider offering him toys to distract him.

Trusting by nature, even showing blind trust, he makes a mediocre watchdog. He has a cheerful, gentle, friendly and loving temperament with children.

On the other hand, it is preferable not to let him live with small animals with which he has not been raised. Indeed, he will consider ferrets, rabbits, birds as well as cats that are foreign to him as prey.

With his wandering spirit, he would need a large, fenced yard that is high enough. This is because he is not possessive and could therefore easily escape. To control this behavior, He must be trained firmly but gently from a young age .

Characteristics of the Siberian Husky

The Siberian Husky is a medium-sized animal with firm muscles . It stands out for its specific qualities such as the power , the speed and endurance .

Males measure on average from 53 to 60 cm , for a weight varying from 20 to 30 kg. As for them, Females measure between 50 and 56 cm and weigh between 16 and 23 kg . 

It is recognized by its particular features. It presents a well-furnished brush tail , slightly rounded pointed ears And a triangular face highlighting his Nordic heritage .

They usually have the brown or blue eyes . On the other hand, it is not uncommon to see heterochromic ones – which have two eyes of different colors .

Its coat is double and of medium length with a thick but soft undercoat . Shedding occurs twice a year and can last three weeks or more. This causes the Husky to completely change its coat.

Maintenance and feeding

Outside of shedding periods, these dogs shed relatively little hair, which is why brushing their thick coat is essential.

Please note that it is not necessary to groom this breed of dog. Except to give him a good bath, to even out his tail, his whiskers and the hair between his cushions under his paws. You can call on our grooming service to pamper it with care.

As this animal is designed to survive in harsh conditions, it could gain weight quickly. Its diet must therefore be monitored, paying particular attention to the choice of food and the portions you serve him.

Furthermore, since this is a very energetic dog, it will need to be able to exercise and run regularly. This will be beneficial both for its weight and its overall well-being. If you are a sedentary type and live in a condo, you should look for less active dogs, such as the French bulldog. For example.

Health and life expectancy

The Siberian Husky is a sturdy dog whose life expectancy is around 12 to 14 years . Particularly well adapted to withstand extreme cold, we will avoid as much as possible exposing it to extreme heat, which it tolerates less well.

Even though he is strong, intelligent and vigorous, he is not immune to health problems. Among others, the Husky can be affected by eye diseases , digestive disorders and of hip dysplasia .

In short, it is the perfect pet for the family or an active and unifying type owner!