Husky is a very energetic dog breed. To have fun, huskies need a lot of activity. Huskies are loyal, well-behaved, and have a true love of life. Therefore, many people want to keep a husky. However, huskies are also stubborn and difficult to train. If you want to raise a husky, you must first consider whether you have the time, level of patience, energy, and dedication needed to help your husky live a long and happy life.
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Part 1 of 3: Providing Training
Step 1. Take your young husky out to socialize
Socialization teaches your puppy how to properly interact with various aspects of his environment (people, other dogs, etc.) and will help him grow into a confident, well-mannered adult dog. Give your puppy time to be around a variety of people, sounds, and sights.
- A puppy playground class is a great way to teach your little husky how to interact with other dogs. Put your husky in a puppy playground when it's four to five months old.
- In addition to a puppy playground, you can take your husky out to socialize by introducing him to different situations in his environment, such as the sound of cars passing by and the horns of motor vehicles. You can also invite your friends over to your house to help them feel comfortable dealing with new people.
- Taking your puppy for a walk to the park is also a great way to introduce him to different people, sights, and sounds.
- Watch your puppy as he explores his new world. If your puppy seems frightened or worried about a particular thing, don't force him to deal with it all the time.
Step 2. Take your adult husky to obedience class
By nature, huskies are very independent and intelligent dogs. However, huskies can also be stubborn and make them difficult to train. Obedience classes are an ideal vehicle for training your husky.
- Enroll your husky in a junior obedience class when he's four months old. After that, continue with adult training classes at 12 months of age. In order to form a good character, it is very important to start training your husky at an early age.
- Know that your husky can use its intelligence to tell the difference between a training class and a home. Husky can go through perfect training activities in class and then become stubborn again at home. Although this can be overwhelming, continue the class and teach your husky how to apply the training at home.
Step 3. Train your husky to poop in the box
This is especially important if you have a husky. Potty training will help the home training process run more smoothly because your husky won't be pooping in its bed. Plus, potty training will turn the box into a safe place to go if your husky is feeling scared or tired.
Your husky box is not a place of punishment. If you put your husky in his box when he is misbehaving, your husky will develop negative associations with the box
Step 4. Train your husky on a leash
If you let the chain loose, your husky will run away to run or catch up with something very far away. While your husky may love you as its master, when given the opportunity, its love of running and chasing (and perhaps its predatory instincts) will take over. Therefore, training your husky on a leash is an important thing to do.
- Chain training will also prevent your husky from pulling the strings. When your husky begins to pull, you can either stand still and call it back to you or, smoothly and directly, walk in the opposite direction of the pull.
- Don't jerk or pull on the chain-this will encourage your husky to pull harder.
- Don't use a self-lengthening chain, as this will encourage your husky to pull further.
- If your husky is young, let him sniff and identify his chains and necklaces in the house before you ask him out.
- Obedience classes can help you give your husky chain training.
Step 5. Show that you are a leader for your husky
Husky is a herd animal that has a clear group leader. Your husky should see you as its leader. A good way to show this leadership is to have him wait for you to eat.
- By controlling the timing of their meals, your husky will see you as its only food source and leader.
- Another way to show your leadership is to guide him on walks with him. By guiding him, you show him that your husky should follow you instead of the other way around.
- Don't be surprised if your husky tries to be a leader sometimes. If your husky tries to do this, remember to always be firm and consistent in your leadership.
- Do not show your leadership by hurting your dog. Husky will find it difficult to trust and respect you as a leader if you try to exercise leadership through physical intimidation.
Part 2 of 3: Bringing Husky Activities and Play
Step 1. Do activities with your husky every day
Husky is a working dog; in Siberia, where they come from, huskies pull heavy sleds over long distances. Therefore, huskies require intense activity for at least 30 to 60 minutes every day to release excess energy.
- Long walks are a great way to get active with your husky.
- To encourage a husky's working dog (and if you feel like you're in the mood for more activity), tie the leash to a bicycle or stroller and let the husky pull you over. However, don't try to do this if your husky has not been properly trained.
- Playing catch-up and climbing mountains with your husky are also good ways to be active with them.
- If you live near a lake, you can take your husky for a swim.
- Always remember that huskies are very energetic dogs and are almost always ready for play and activity. Make sure you have enough power to match it.
Step 2. Secure your home page to prevent it from escaping
Husky is a dog that is good at running away. If you allow your husky to move around in your yard, you should prevent it from escaping by confining the yard with a two-metre high fence. However, this alone may not be enough. Husky likes to dig in the ground, and because of this, there is a good chance that the husky will try to escape by digging under the fence.
- To prevent them from escaping underground, plant your fence a few inches below the ground. You can also put concrete or strong steel wire under the fence to prevent it from tunneling.
- You can contact a builder to help rearrange the fence so the husky can't escape.
- If your husky has managed to dig a few holes, you can fill them with cement to discourage them from digging again.
- Always supervise your husky when in the yard. Although your husky likes the outdoors, if left alone in the yard, your husky will feel lonely and bored, and will make him want to dig and destroy the ground.
Step 3. Find a playmate for your husky
Husky is a social animal. Husky will feel happy if they can move and play with other dogs. The ideal playmate for a husky is a dog that is the same size as him and can follow his activities.
Take your husky to meet other dogs to help him choose a playmate
Step 4. Don't take your husky out in hot weather
Husky has a double coat coat which makes it suitable for cold climates. This doesn't mean you can't keep a husky in warm climates; You just have to be more careful when taking it to play and move in the hot months.
- If you live in a hot climate, take your husky out only in the early hours and early mornings when the weather isn't that hot.
- Huskies will scorch if they are left outside for too long in the height of summer. Therefore, keep your husky indoors on hot days.
Step 5. Entertain your husky
Husky is a very intelligent dog and needs mental stimulation to keep him busy and entertained. An example of a great toy for a husky is a Kong toy. This is because the material is quite strong and the shape challenges the husky to think about how to remove the food contained in it.
- Fill Kong toys with your husky's favorite treats.
- Husky has great power. Therefore, choose a chew toy that will keep your dog busy and not easily damaged.
- In addition to providing toys, teaching your husky tricks such as playing dead or throwing and catching will give him a lot of mental stimulation.
Part 3 of 3: Feeding and Care
Step 1. Feed your husky a high-quality dog food
At first, huskies were bred to survive on small amounts of food. Therefore, huskies don't need to consume too many calories to stay healthy and have the energy they need for play and activity.
- Feed your husky between once or twice a day and avoid activity for at least 90 minutes after eating.
- The amount of food your husky needs will depend on several factors such as body size, age, and health condition.
- If you have a husky puppy, start by feeding him three times a day-morning, afternoon, and evening. By the time they are three to four months old, your dog will reduce the amount of food they eat to two meals a day.
- Human and canned foods will make your husky a picky eater and/or cause diarrhea.
- If you bought your husky from a breeder, ask for dog food recommendations. You can also ask vets and other husky owners for recommendations.
Step 2. Comb your husky's fur
By nature, huskies are very clean dogs. Huskies have almost no body odor and brush their own hair regularly, so you won't have to brush them too much again. However, huskies also shed their coats, especially in the spring and fall (complete shedding of the inner coat).
- Hair shedding lasts for at least three weeks.
- Trim your husky with a smoothing comb at least once per week throughout the year to remove dead hair and keep its coat fresh and shiny. Smoothing combs can be purchased at pet stores.
- Do not shave husky fur in summer. Instead of helping him cool off, shaving can deprive him of protection from ultraviolet rays.
Step 3. Bathe your husky
Since your husky is able to maintain its own hygiene, you will rarely have to bathe it. Most likely, you will only need to bathe your husky once per year. If you can't bathe him yourself, take him to a pet care facility.
Step 4. Trim your husky's nails
Husky nails should be shaved once every one or two weeks. If your husky's size and strength allow him to trim his nails yourself, schedule an appointment with your vet to help him trim his husky's nails. Don't forget that, naturally, through activity and play, your husky's nails will naturally be clipped.
Step 5. Brush your husky's teeth
If you can, brush your husky's teeth at least two to three times per week. You can buy the right toothbrush for your husky from your vet.
- In addition to keeping your dog's breath fresh, brushing your teeth will also prevent the build-up of plaque and tartar that can lead to serious dental and systemic diseases.
- Talk to your vet about the proper way to brush your husky's teeth.
- If you can't do the brushing alone, you can schedule a brushing session with your vet. However, usually, these sessions will require anesthesia and cost a lot of money.
Tips
- On average, a husky's lifespan is between 12 and 15 years.
- Due to their strong nature, huskies are more suitable for experienced dog owners who can demonstrate a consistent and convincing leadership attitude.
- You will need a lot of patience and endurance to train a husky.
- Schedule regular vet visits to ensure that your husky remains in good health and has the most up-to-date vaccinations.
- Give injections for prevention of heartworms and lice.
- Provide plenty of fresh water for your husky.
Warning
- Husky is a predatory dog. A husky may think of your cat as its prey. If you have a cat, you should keep a dog that doesn't have a strong predator instinct.
- Husky is not a guard dog. On the other hand, a husky may greet strangers or intruders enthusiastically. If you want a guard dog to protect your home, yourself and your family from intruders, try another breed such as the German Shepherd or the Doberman Pinscher.
- Huskies can be destructive if left alone with nothing to keep them busy or mentally stimulated. Give your husky lots of toys when you're not at home, and keep a close eye on him.
- Huskies are prone to diseases such as hip dysplasia and eye disorders such as progressive retinal atrophy (ARP) and cataracts. These diseases may not be detected at a young age. Try to buy husky puppies only from breeders who check the health of their pets. Take your husky to the vet if you notice it has difficulty walking or seeing.
