Husky is a fairly popular breed of dog recently. Many dream of cute pets with blue eyes. Let us consider in more detail what are the features of these puppies, whether they can be brought in city apartments, and whether there are black husky dogs.
A bit of history
Husky breed originates in the snowy lands of Siberia. In the 1930s, the Chukchi and Eskimos inhabiting the northern regions were able to domesticate this interesting breed, in which there is a mixture of a wolf and a northern dog. They needed an animal that could transport people and goods over very long distances. The harsh climate served to shape the character and stamina of the animal.
It is difficult to find a similar breed, whose representatives are ready to serve so honestly and sincerely, overcoming difficulties with people.
Today, huskies are divided into three categories - driving, sports and exhibition. By standard it is a sled breed. They are very fond of the Americans, making them a popular treasure of the country. But so that no one would forget their roots and where they came from, the dogs were called Siberian Husky.
Pet choice
Having made the decision to get a home black-haired pet, be prepared that the husky breed is not cheap. Undervalued may indicate some kind of trick. It is important that the seller provides you with documents on the animal. If you are assured that there are no documents, then the dog is considered non-pedigree. Let’s figure out what a thoroughbred puppy should look like.
The dog must be stigmatized. It is usually placed on the ear or stomach.This mark is also placed on the documents, and this means that the dog is registered. There is also the option of pet chipping. The vet introduces the chip. It encrypts information about the dog and its owner.
You can find out information from the chip using special equipment.
It is desirable to purchase a black husky at the age of two months. Before buying, you need to inquire about the information regarding caring for your puppy in order to eventually grow a smart and obedient dog that will become your faithful friend.
According to international standards, puppies of the breed Husky have 15 shades of coat color. But in the Russian Federation, colors such as white, brown and black are most often found. However, dogs of this breed are extremely rare in pure black with a tan. Most often, these are the so-called tricolors, which combine white, black and red color.
By standard, black hair should not completely cover the dog. Enough ¾ husky body surface.
Especially common are huskies of black color with characteristic blue eyes. It is the combination of bright eyes and wolf appearance in their appearance that causes delight from others.
When choosing a new resident in your home, pay attention to the nature of the pet. The dog must be friendly, non-aggressive, strong. It’s better to take a walk with him and see how he behaves before taking the animal home. Acquaintance is very important so that there is no disappointment, and your expectations from the purchase are crowned with joy.
Husky needs authority and a leader nearby who can educate her and achieve obedience. The intelligence of the dog allows you to independently assess the situation, show self-sufficiency and unwillingness to obey other people's orders.
Cost
There are a lot of reasons that affect the cost of a dog. This is the pedigree, and the distinctive abilities of the animal, and the status of the parents. Young show and sports dogs, especially if the parents are the winners, will cost many times more than puppies of ordinary dogs.
The cost of an ordinary black pet without an exhibition or sports pedigree is 25 thousand rubles. But no one will forbid you to train him and make him a winner, if you have this desire.
Puppies with all documents cost from 30 thousand rubles. They have a good pedigree and small flaws that will not stop you from loving your pet.
And the most expensive are the champion dogs, perfect, without a single flaw, with an excellent pedigree and a huge number of awards. The price of such pets is more than 60 thousand.
Features of keeping at home
This breed of dog belongs to sledding. Husky is not accustomed to live in apartment conditions. For them it is uncomfortable, because husky can easily live on their own and without a master.
The dog’s life must be active so that it can develop normally. Husky must have sufficient physical activity. If at home they will not exercise with a pet, then the owners run the risk of raising a defective animal.
But you also need to look after the dog so that it does not run away. This breed is freedom-loving and fast, so such a surprise can happen.
One of the advantages of representatives of this breed is lack of an unpleasant smell of black wool. Of course, this does not mean that the cleanliness of the dog does not need to be monitored. Just the opposite! Pay attention so that your pet does not run through puddles and swamps, comb his hair, do not allow the presence of tangles. After walking, the feet and other soiled areas should be washed with water.
Bathing a dog is often not recommended, at most once a year.
Feeding
Feed the animal must be balanced and correct. It is imperative to give your dog a varied menu with natural products. Beef, poultry, fish, liver, offal such as heart, vegetables - this set must be in the dog’s diet.
Important: products must be thermally processed so that the dog does not have worms.
It is dangerous to feed huskies with pork or lamb. The meat of these animals is too heavy for his stomach.
Oatmeal and buckwheat should be included in daily use. Porridge normalizes the intestines and stomach. This does not apply to semolina and pearl barley. It is better not to give them a dog of the breed described.
Training
Parenting and training from an early age will help to get an adult, smart, reliable pet of black color. If you do not pay attention to this process, you can get an uncontrollable dog.
Northern Husky love freedom and leadership too much - it’s in their blood.
Training can begin from the second month of a puppy’s life. It should be as interesting and exciting as possible. Applying a promotion to a husky is much easier to let you wait for the desired result. Goodies, praise, a positive attitude of the owner will motivate the animal to show excellent results.
Punishment in the learning process can be used only if the dog is aggressive towards the owner and others (including other dogs). The dog is taken at the withers and pressed to the floor so that she could not resist.
It is absolutely impossible to beat a pet!
Beginner Mistakes
Often, out of ignorance, the owners of this wonderful breed make critical mistakes that can be a nuisance in the further development of the dog. The most common ones are:
- prohibition of communication with other dogs;
- carrying an animal in her arms, belly up;
- execution of one command many times in a row;
- excessive training.
And also do not let the dog play with household items and violate the boundaries of the apartment. He can’t bite the wires, drag shoes around the apartment and lie in the master's bed! Enter the rules and make sure that the dog respects them.
Advantages and disadvantages
Of the advantages of this breed is its high intelligence, beautiful appearance, neat black coat, friendly attitude towards people, a desire to be near the owner, activity and ability to work.
Cons - independence and the desire for freedom and a tendency to escape. House security is not their element.
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