Blue eyes are the visiting card of Siberian Husky. Moreover, the shade of the iris can be different: from light blue to saturated bright and gray. Puppies with amber, brown, green eyes also appear. But still, the breeders are very interested in why the husky has blue irises, and whether they change with age.
Where do dogs have heavenly eyes?
Once upon a time, 32 thousand years ago, Eskimos living in the northern regions bred a wonderful breed of dogs: Siberian husky. They resembled modern animals, but were much larger in size. Over the course of many millennia, many legends have arisen related to the amazing origin of these individuals.
Scientists in this matter are more categorical: the celestial eyes are a sign of a genetic abnormality in which duplication of the ALX4 gene arose on a specific DNA site.
Simply put, the color of the iris in dogs is determined by the amount of pigment: melanin. Husky is brown. If it is produced a little, the eyes turn blue, normal or abundant - the irises become amber or brown.
Fancy animals
Among the representatives of this breed there are unusual individuals: husky with a magical multi-colored look. A similar sensation arises from the fact that one iris in an animal is amber or yellow, and the other is blue. This species came up with the name: harlequins. The physical phenomenon is termed heterochromia. Whatever the color of the husky's eyes, this does not indicate that the animal is inferior to its relatives according to physical data.
Another type of beautiful blue-eyed husky is animals with white hair. On the surface of their long and thick coat of wool you will not find a single colored speck. Such dogs are extremely rare, so they are very highly regarded among breeders.
It is believed that a pet with such a color, like harlequins, will bring happiness and good luck to the house, and also has a very friendly and flexible character.
Does the color of the irises change with age?
Puppies open their eyes on the 20th day, and the complete formation of the retina in them occurs by the 21st day. Very beautiful blue-eyed dogs do not necessarily retain the original color of the iris. By 2 years of age, it can completely change. This is not an anomaly, but a feature of the development of this breed. In this case, the color can change only in one eye, or whole sections or dots of a different color appear in the iris (sectoral heterochromia).
An alarming situation arises when already in an adult 2-year-old husky, the shade of the eyes suddenly changes. This may indicate certain diseases in which you should immediately consult a veterinarian. He will advise the breeder if there is a threat to the health of the pet, or if his condition does not inspire concern.
Beautiful animals
Representatives of the breed are very beautiful.
Puppies
No matter what eyes you choose a pet with age, it becomes a beloved and full member of the family. External data touches, and character traits make huskies truly native over time.
- When a puppy looks at the world for the first time, the color of the irises is not defined and may still change over time.
- A cute husky with a red tan and a beautiful “accessory” in the form of chamomile has every chance of success
- The “icy” gaze is beautifully set off by the dark rims around the eyes and the gray shade of the coat.
- The puppy looks very elegant in its black and white coat. But blue eyes look stern and businesslike.
- Very beautiful husky albino.
Adult pets
Pets that have reached maturity exhibit traits inherited from distant ancestors. These are brave and fearless long-distance runners who are not afraid of bad weather and difficult obstacles on the way.
- The sky tilted in the eyes
- Glance is not shining icy blue, but full of determination and courage
- Harlequin - messenger of good luck
- Top ears
- In winter, against the backdrop of the native element
Legends
It is believed that dogs accompanied people all the time of their existence, protected from predator attacks, transported them to new settlements, guarded and warmed their children. Tireless and fearless helpers more than once saved the nomads in difficult situations, and even when all human settlements and almost all huskies were exterminated, 2 women warmed 2 puppies on the chest. And when the animals grew up, they guarded the gates of heaven.
Another legend says that the dog was able to look into eternity itself. Looking at the huge hummocks and the blue icy expanse, staring at the ocean, the husky understood the secret of life and death. His eyes acquired the same shade as the color of the water element.
His other brother was warming himself around the fire, watching the bewitching flames. He was so absorbed in this phenomenon that fire penetrated his eyes and warmed him with warmth from the inside. Therefore, there are huskies in whose eyes a flame burns (amber color). All legends have the same key message: Husky - these are smart, strong and fast friends of a person who helped him survive in critical situations and were faithful to him until the last breath.
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