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10 Fascinating Facts About Siberian Huskies

• The Siberian Husky Arrived in Alaska During the Nome Gold Rush. ...
• The Siberian Husky Has a Wild, Wolf-Like Appearance. ...
• Huskies Have Very Varied and Interesting Colouring. ...
• The Siberian Husky Is Not a Breed for Casual or First-Time Dog Guardians. ...
• Huskies scan be difficult dogs to train

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The Siberian Husky originated in northeastern Siberia and was bred by the Chukchi Eskimos of northeastern Asia to pull heavy loads long distances across rough terrain in difficult conditions. Huskies were also used to herd reindeer and as watchdogs. After arriving in Alaska during the Nome Gold Rush, Huskies began appearing throughout the U.S. and Canada.

1. The colour of a Husky's nose depends on the colour of her coat. The nose is black in Gray, tan, and black dogs, liver-coloured in copper dogs, and flesh-coloured in pure white dogs. The eyes can also vary in colour from blue, brown, amber, or a combination. Huskies can also have half-blue and half-brown eyes (called part-eyed), or one blue and one brown eye (bi-eyes). 
   
   The Siberian Husky coat comes in all colours ranging from black to pure white, and with or without markings on the head. The face mask and under body are typically white. Common Husky colour combinations are black and white, red and white, Gray and white, sable and white, red-orange with black tips, and piebald (irregular patches of two colours). Solid colour coats can be brown, silver, wolf-Gray, dark Gray, and white. 
   
   Huskies carry their tails over their backs in a curve. They have good-sized feet that function as show shoes, with hair between their toes to help them stay warm.
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Having a Husky in the family means installing a high fence that is buried several inches below the ground, and constantly checking your yard for ways your dog might escape. It's also important to keep your Husky leashed on walks so he can't wander off or chase after small animals.

Huskies Are High-Energy and Easily Bored

If you're a dedicated runner or biker, a Husky can make a great exercise companion as long as the weather isn't too warm. Huskies require plenty of physical and mental stimulation, and when they don't get it, they are known to be destructive. This is also true of Huskies left alone for long periods.

Because Siberian Huskies are loving, gentle, and playful, they do well in families with active children and adults. These dogs tend to be social and relaxed, so they aren't the best watchdogs. They also don't bark much, but do enjoy howling on occasion.

The Siberian Husky Is a Generally Healthy Breed

Like all breeds, this one is prone to certain health conditions. Huskies tend to develop hip dysplasia, ectopy (an abnormality of the urethra), eye disorders (cataracts, corneal dystrophy, and progressive retinal atrophy), and a skin condition known as zinc responsive dermatitis.

Because of their heavy coats, Huskies prefer cool weather. If you live in a warm climate, you'll need to insure your Husky has adequate shade and air conditioning, and take care not to exercise him during the warmest hours of the day.