The Siberian Husky
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In 1909, a large number of these dogs were imported to Alaska. In 1925, the city of Nome, Alaska was stricken by a diphtheria epidemic and supplies of antitoxin were urgently needed. Many sled dog drivers were called upon to relay the serum to Nome by dog teams. This heroic "serum run" focused the attention on the Siberian Husky, and the dogs were then brought on a personal appearance tour.
The Siberian Husky is naturally friendly and gentle, and love to be with their owners. They do tend to have a desire to roam and are very independent dogs. Males should be 21 to 23 and a half inches tall and weigh 45 to 60 pounds. Females 20 to 22 inches tall and weigh 35 to 50 pounds. All colors from black to pure white are accepted colors. Their coat is a double coat with medium length. They do tend to shed a great deal, and require regular brushing to keep this under control.
Siberian Huskies are strong, compact, working dogs. The Siberian Husky comes in all colors from black to pure white are allowed. A variety of markings on the head is common, including many striking patterns not found in other breeds. Color choices include Black and White, which ranges from light (dilute) to dark (jet), Red and White, which ranges from light (peach or orange) to dark (chocolate or brown), Gray and White, which ranges from light (silver) to dark (wolf-gray), Sable and White (which is red-orange with black tips), Agouti and White (which is sometimes referred to as the coyote color and contains a lot of dark gray coat), and White (not to be confused with a Samoyed). Different coat markings are all accepted, the most notable being a pie-bald. These coat markings are similar to that of a pinto horse. The face mask and underbody are usually white, and the remaining coat any color. The eyes are almond shaped, moderately spaced and set a trifle obliquely. It is a common misconception that all Siberians have blue eyes. They can have eyes that are blue, brown, amber, or any combination thereof including eyes which are half blue and half brown, which is referred to as being parti-eyed. Having one blue eye and one brown eye is referred to as being bi-eyed. The large "snow shoe" feet have hair between the toes for gripping on ice. Its ears are set high and erect, with a sickle shaped tail. The Siberian Husky has a thick, wooly undercoat and a soft outer coat. It is able to withstand temperatures as low as -58 degrees to -76 degrees F ( -50 degrees to -60 degrees C).
Siberian Huskys have a thick insulated coat and are not suited to live in hot climates. Will do well in a kennel or outside in a fenced yard. An owner of a Siberian Husky will need to spend considerable time exercising them and should not mind a dog who is a playful, challenging, independent breed.They are not usually recommended for apartments, however they can live in apartments if well trained and properly exercised. Siberian Huskies are very active indoors and do best with a fenced-in large yard. Because of their heavy coats, these dogs prefer cool climates. One has to use common sense with respect to maintaining them in the heat by providing adequate shade and air conditioning. This breed prefers to live in packs.
The main health concerns in Siberian Huskies consists of hip dysplasia, Progressive Retinal Atrophy and skin conditions.
