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Article #205: Siberian Husky Puppy And Dog Information

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The Siberian Husky is a cool weather dog removes the accumulation of plaque and
that needs plenty of room to exercise in. tartar which can cause cavities (rarely)
A properly fenced in yard would be ideal. and periodontal disease. Dog periodontal
They may run off so keep them under disease can lead to pain, loss of teeth,
control when outside. They also prefer to bad breath and other serious disease.
live with more of their kind as they were Her toenails may need to be examined for
a pack animal. They can get along with growth and clipped regularly. The
other dogs but may not get along with toenails of the rear feet grow slower
other pets. They generally accept older than the toenails of the front feet.
children, especially if well socialized *Life Span. The Siberian Husky can live
with them. As a reminder, never leave a between 10 and 14 years with proper
child unsupervised with a puppy or dog. nutrition, medical care and excellent
*Approximate Adult Size. The approximate living conditions.
adult size (two years old or older) of *History. The Siberian Husky comes from
the male Siberian Husky is 21 to 23.5 Russia where they were used primarily as
inches to the withers (highest point of sled dogs. They were first registered by
the shoulder) and 45 to 60 pounds. The the American Kennel Association in 1930.
female ranges from 20 to 22 inches to the Some Registries:
withers and 35 to 50 pounds. *Siberian Husky Club of America
*Special Health Considerations. Most dog *UKC United Kennel Club
breeds have certain inherited health *NKC National Kennel Club
problems associated with that specific *CKC Continental Kennel Club
breed and the Siberian Husky is no *APRI Americas Pet Registry Inc.
exception. Although considered a very *AKC American Kennel Club
healthy breed, be on the look out for *FCI Federation Cynologique
Laryngeal Disease, eye problems and Internationale
Canine Hip Dysplasia (genetic based *NZKC New Zealand Kennel Club
looseness in the hip joint that can lead *KCGB = Kennel Club of Great Britain
to arthritis pain and lameness). This *ANKC = Australian National Kennel Club
disease list is an informative guideline *ACR = American Canine Registry
only. Other diseases may also be Litter Size: 6 to 8 Siberian Husky
significant threats, please contact your puppies
veterinarian for a complete list. Category: Working
She should visit the veterinarian several Terms To Describe: Great endurance,
times in the first year for shots, graceful, quick, sweet, gentle, strong,
boosters and check up. Then, as an adult, loving, dependable.
she should visit the veterinarian yearly *SPECIAL GOOD POINTS
for shots and check up. As she gets Makes an ok watch dog.
older, six years and on, she should visit A cold weather dog.
the veterinarian twice a year for check Not a barker.
ups and shots. Remember; avoid feeding Very trainable.
your dog sweets. Highly intelligent.
*Grooming. The Siberian Husky has a thick *SPECIAL BAD POINTS
double coat. The inner coat is dense and May take off on an adventure, especially
soft. The outer coat is medium or a bit males.
shorter in length, oily and coarse. She Makes a poor guard dog.
should be brushed regularly. Brushing May suffer in hot weather.
will help her maintain a clean and They like to howl.
healthy coat, help you keep a closer eye *Other Names Known By: Artic Husky
on her health and strengthen your *Every dog is an individual so not
emotional bond with her. everything in this information may be
Her teeth should be brushed at least correct for your dog. This information is
twice a week with toothpaste and meant as a good faith guideline only.
toothbrush designed for dogs. Brushing






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