Siberian huskies are popular for their friendly nature and easy care. This dog is also loyal and suitable to be kept in the family. Siberian huskies are also very stubborn and difficult to train. If you're considering buying a cute husky puppy, know what you're getting into. The decisions you make about his care and training as a child will determine his personality later in life.
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Method 1 of 4: Caring for the Health of the Puppy
Step 1. Feed three times a day, then reduce to two times
Adult huskies should eat twice a day. However, puppies should start eating more often. Give your dog three feeding sessions a day until he is three months old, then reduce to just two.
- If your puppy is having a hard time finishing his food or his stomach is so full that you need to cut back on feedings before he is three months old, divide his daily allowance by four.
- At 12 to 16 weeks, you will notice that your puppy eats very little during the day. At this point, you can delete the lunch session.
- Provide high-quality food that does not contain artificial additives. This kind of food is important for dogs of any age, but especially for those who are still growing.
- Regular feeding will help with your dog's toilet routine, as most huskies need to have a bowel movement within 15 to 30 minutes of eating.
- Don't allow your husky to "eat free" at any age. Give the food at the appointed time and remove the plate after he finishes eating to let your husky know that you are in charge.
Step 2. Brush your dog, do not bathe
Husky is basically not easy to get dirty. It will take care of itself and won't stink too much. So, you can bathe it only once a year. However, its thick fur requires you to brush it regularly.
- Brush your dog once a week and take this opportunity to clean and examine his ears and brush his teeth.
- When your husky's coat is shedding, brushing can help reduce the shedding.
Step 3. Take care of the puppy's paws
Since the husky is a working dog, the legs are an important part of the body. You have to trim the long hair and toenails.
Dogs have veins in their nails, so make sure you don't trim them too short. If you are inexperienced in trimming dog's toenails, ask a dog nurse/veterinarian for help. At least, learn from them
Step 4. Have both eyes checked
Since Siberian Huskies are prone to eye problems, you should have them checked out when they are young. Here are some specific diagnoses in this dog:
- Cataract, a membrane over the eye lens.
- Corneal dystrophy, which is a clouding over the cornea, which is especially common in female dogs.
- Progressive retinal atrophy, a condition that causes a dog's eyes to degenerate to the point of blindness.
- These conditions are usually inherited genetically. Find out everything you can about dog parents to learn about the possibilities.
Method 2 of 4: Creating a Good Environment for Puppies
Step 1. Prepare the house and yard to prevent him from escaping
Husky is the best escape expert in the canine world. You have to prepare your home to hold it. Do everything necessary to make it difficult for him to run.
Husky should always be looked after. Prepare a fence that is at least 2 meters high and cannot be dug. You can also use strong wire or cement at the base of the fence
Step 2. Get the puppy to exercise
Due to their active nature, Husky puppies need to exercise FREQUENTLY.
- Husky is bred as a working dog, so it gets bored easily when idle. To keep your husky happy, make sure he gets 30 to 60 minutes of exercise every day.
- Huskies are fun dogs to run with as they get older. He likes to play and chase objects.
- Husky is also very energetic and gets bored quickly. If you don't invite him to exercise, he will be unhappy and will often howl and destroy things in the house.
Step 3. Introduce puppies to other people and animals
Huskies are generally friendly. However, just like any other dog, the Husky also needs to be socialized so that he feels comfortable in the presence of people and other animals. Make sure you take him when he's young and introduce him to lots of people and other dogs.
- If your puppy seems nervous or suspicious of other people or dogs, take him to training and socialization classes. These classes help dogs learn to interact in the right way.
- Socialization in dogs at an early age will have a major impact on their personality later in life. Bad behaviors such as biting, barking, and "keeping possession" are usually the result of poor socialization.
Method 3 of 4: Training Puppies
Step 1. Set proper boundaries
Since your husky is stubborn, you should immediately set boundaries for him. He must know that you are entitled to lead.
- Don't let your puppy sleep in bed as this can confuse him about his role in the family. You may occasionally make exceptions when he is older.
- Ask everyone in the house to give him food. In this way, Husky learns that everyone in the house can control access to his food.
- Be consistent with all the rules you have set. Otherwise, your dog will learn that sometimes he can get what he wants if he tries hard. Make sure everyone in your household follows the same rules.
- Be patient. Dogs can be trained if you are firm and consistent. Husky usually likes training tasks because he is a working dog.
Step 2. Provide the puppy with potty training
Like all new puppies, the Siberian Husky should get used to staying at home. There are three main components to potty training:
- Keep an eye on dogs. Watch your dog closely when in the house – this is important so you can prevent “accidents.” This will be easiest for you if the dog is kept in a less spacious part of the house. If you catch your dog pooping in the house, say "No!" loudly, then take him out.
- Take it outside on a regular basis. Puppies need to urinate more often than adult dogs. To reduce the risk of "accidents" in the room, take him out as often as possible on a regular basis.
- Rewards for correct behavior. When your dog goes outside, praise him and give him a treat in the form of a snack. This will help them understand that they need to go outside, making it easier for you to teach them proper behavior. Clickers can help dogs learn faster (see section below).
Step 3. Train the dog to stay in the crate
Another important part of potty training is cage training. Dogs will learn to live in cages. He will not want to pollute his personal space.
- It's also a good way to minimize damage to your home when you have to leave your husky.
- When you can't keep an eye on him, put the dog in the crate and leave treats or chew toys. After a while, he will begin to enjoy being in the cage, perhaps even making it a place to escape when he is stressed.
- Cage training will be very easy if you start by offering treats to your dog. Place the treats in the cage and do not close the door. After this has been repeated for about a day, you can try closing the cage door (for a moment). Then, add the time period.
- Puppies under ten weeks of age should not be kept in a kennel for more than an hour. From week 11 to 14, puppies can stay in the crate for up to three hours. At week 15 and 16, he can stay in the cage for up to four hours. Once he's past 17 weeks, you can lock him up for up to five hours.
- Never use a cage as a punishment if you want to train it to stay in the cage successfully.
Step 4. Perform the restraint exercise
Restraint training is also important for Husky. Since he tends to want to run away, you should teach him to be cooperative when walking on a leash.
- Huskies can easily run away and get lost if they are not restrained.
- Familiarize your dog with the collar by wearing it when he eats. The dog will get used to it and associate the collar with positive experiences.
- Then, start by showing him around the house and giving him treats whenever he walks by your side without pulling the reins. Once he gets used to it, try it outside!
Step 5. Train the dog using the clicker
Just like other puppies, clicker training is useful for teaching Husky commands and obedience.
- In clicker practice, whenever your dog does something on command, you click the clicker and give him a treat. This combination of sound and reward helps him learn what you want more quickly.
- Start by teaching your dog to associate clicking sounds with treats. Sound the clicker at random times, then immediately give the treats.
- Once your dog can connect, use a combination of clicks and treats to teach good behavior.
Method 4 of 4: Preparing for the Future
Step 1. Learn the Husky's physical characteristics
Just like any other dog, you need to know the important physical characteristics of a breed. Husky is a working dog breed that can tolerate cold climates.
- Male huskies will reach an average height of 53-60 cm. Its weight ranges from 20-27 kg.
- Female huskies can grow to an average height of 50-55 cm. Its weight ranges from 15-22 kg.
- Huskies rarely have eye problems. However, there are some conditions that you should pay attention to. Husky can get hip and elbow dysplasia. Dysplasia occurs when Husky's joints are deformed, causing him pain and difficulty walking.
- Husky fur often sheds, especially when the weather gets warmer. Get ready to clean this fluff.
- Without the accident factor, Husky can live an average of 12 to 15 years. You must be prepared to care for him throughout his life.
- Husky is not suitable for living in very hot or humid places. Don't move to a place like this.
Step 2. Understand the Husky's temperament
There are several personality characteristics and traits of Husky that are useful to learn, so that you can train and socialize your puppy.
- Husky is very passionate and energetic. He is very active, energetic, and easily bored. This is why it may damage your house/yard and belongings if left alone for long periods of time. This trait also makes it unsuitable for living in a small apartment.
- Husky has a strong will and is smart. They can make great friends and are more difficult to train than other dogs.
- Husky is friendly and loyal. Huskies are herd animals and are better suited to living with families than sole owners. He is also friendly to foreigners.
Step 3. Prepare for the howl
Huskies rarely bark, but tend to howl quite loudly.
Proper exercise and exercise can help suppress this behavior. However, be prepared to hear a loud howl, especially in the early stages of his life
Tips
- A thicker brush will be effective for treating Husky puppies.
- The Siberian Husky is a good runaway, so make sure you always wear a bridle when you take him out for walks. Double check the fence for any weak spots or holes before allowing the Husky to roam the grounds.
- You can buy a clicker at any time at the pet store. This tool is useful for training dogs, especially when used in conjunction with treats.
- If your husky overheats, use a cold pool and cover him in the shade. Turn on a fan nearby while he sleeps.
Warning
- Don't buy a Husky if you live in a hot and humid climate. Husky couldn't fit in in a place like this. Husky was bred to work in the Arctic region. He will suffer in hot climates.
- In addition to training dogs to interact with young children, you should also teach children how to interact with dogs. Never leave small children alone with any dog.
