{"id":1509,"date":"2019-01-11T20:25:04","date_gmt":"2019-01-11T20:25:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/puppy4homes.com\/?p=1509"},"modified":"2019-01-12T19:50:23","modified_gmt":"2019-01-12T19:50:23","slug":"6-things-to-know-before-getting-a-siberian-husky","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/puppy4homes.com\/6-things-to-know-before-getting-a-siberian-husky\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Things to Know Before Getting a Siberian Husky"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Anyone who loves dogs would instantly recognize a Husky due to the breed\u2019s unique wolf-like features.This breed is a great addition to anyone\u2019s family who knows how to meet the dog\u2019s needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They\u2019re well-natured and have a lifespan of almost 10-15 years. Hence, they can stay with you fora long time, given that they\u2019re properly taken care of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Huskies are sociable creatures who find it easy to adapt to\nany environment. Their high energy levels and willingness to carry out\nactivities make them playful companions. However, there are a few things you\nneed to be aware of before getting a Siberian Husky.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Independence<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The first thing you should be aware of is that Huskies can\u2019t be bound to a leash. They love to run around and explore their environments. Hence, if you\u2019re out on a walk and your Husky escapes, it does not mean it dislikes you or is running away. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It just wants to be free and look around on its own without being controlled. You would need heavy fencing if you have a yard to prevent your dog from escaping. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Presence of Other Pets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you have other pets in your house or live in a neighborhood that has small animals, a Husky may not be a good fit for you. This breed loves to prey on smaller animals like cats, birds, and squirrels. It rarely lives peacefully in a house with cats. Thus, if you have a cat, you may want to hold back the thought of having a Husky.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Shedding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Huskies have thick fur coats that shed a lot. It\u2019s not until\nyou own a Husky that you realize how much it sheds, especially during the\nsummers in the warm weather. It spends a week or two shedding very heavily at\nleast twice a year. If you intend to bring a Husky home, you should expect to vacuum\nregularlyand still have tolive with a lot of fur around. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4. Leadership<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Siberian Huskies demand strong leadership. They\u2019re not too\nkeen on obedience training either, so you need to become persistent at training\nthem to show them who the boss is before they take over entirely. Even though\nthey like to take charge, their friendly nature prevents them from making good\nguards. If that\u2019s the reason you\u2019re getting a Husky, you\u2019re not making the\nright choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Exercise<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Huskies are very active dogs and need regular exercise to\nkeep themselves busy and be happy. If you live in an apartment, you\u2019d need to\ntake your dog for long walks or jogs in order to take care of its physical\nneeds. It can prove to be a great company during workouts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Climate<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You might have guessed by the amount they shed during the summer that Huskies are not suited for warm climate. They are prone to fall seriously ill in such weather. They\u2019re more suited for cooler climates with their heavy furcoat to keep them warm and comfortable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thus, if you\u2019re planning on getting a Siberian Husky and live in a warm region, you\u2019d need to make your home environment cold through air-conditioning for your pet to live with you happily.Also, make their exercise sessions smaller during the summers to avoid discomfort and health issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

This is the basic information you need to have regarding Huskies. They\u2019re good-natured dogs that love to dig, so only get one if you don\u2019t care about your yard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They\u2019re usually very happy and playful, but if left alone with nothing to do for long periods of time, Huskies can get overly hyper and destructive and tend to throw intense fits. Hence, if you stay out for most of the day and leave your pet alone at home, a Husky isn\u2019t a good fit for you. Keeping them busy is the key to their happiness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Siberian Huskies take a lot of hard work and care, but at\nthe end of the day, they are pets worth having if you want a\ngood companion.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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