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re: Siberian Husky.....what should I know before getting a pup?
Posted on 4/21/18 at 7:29 am to S1C EM
Posted on 4/21/18 at 7:29 am to S1C EM
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It's done successfully in many similar climates to mine.
I'm sure. But they're willing to make accommodations for the animal which you have already said that you wither aren't willing to make or would make it more difficult for you to keep the dog. You're trying to squeeze a square peg into a round hole here. This doesn't seem like a good fit. You seem to be at risk of having to keep an animal in conditions that would significantly less than ideal for it. I just don't think that's worth it when there are plenty of other dogs out there.
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Posted on 4/21/18 at 7:29 am to SECdragonmaster
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They love to dig.
This part is a BAD thing.
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They love to run.
This is fine. Back yard is plenty big enough and my two oldest kids would keep her running around a good bit when home.
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It’s not an indoor chill all day type dog.
And this is fine. Did you keep yours as an indoor dog when you were around or primarily outdoors?
Posted on 4/21/18 at 7:33 am to TypoKnig
Huskies do fine in warm climates just like other double coated dogs like a German shepherd for example. That said do not get one if you tplan on it being an outside dog only. It WILL Escape. They are the houdinis of the dog world. They will easily scale a privacy fence and take off. They also have such a strong run instinct that you can't have them off leash unless they are extremely well trained, They are the most independent strong willed dog to man so though extremely intelligent don't expect one to be easy to train.
Posted on 4/21/18 at 7:35 am to S1C EM
They are obstinate. It seems they'll do things just to irritate you. But, they are fun as hell.
Posted on 4/21/18 at 7:36 am to Peazey
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I'm sure. But they're willing to make accommodations for the animal which you have already said that you wither aren't willing to make or would make it more difficult for you to keep the dog. You're trying to squeeze a square peg into a round hole here. This doesn't seem like a good fit. You seem to be at risk of having to keep an animal in conditions that would significantly less than ideal for it. I just don't think that's worth it when there are plenty of other dogs out there.
I hear what you're saying. But what do you think they are doing differently? I've seen many kept exclusively outdoors in less wooded yards than mine. I probably shouldn't have said I little shade. We're not in a wide open, treeless area. We are tucked away in a very private, wooded lot. It's just the back yard that is now treeless. Some do hang over the fence. It's high-noon sun that I would worry about.
Posted on 4/21/18 at 7:37 am to S1C EM
Just get a lab dude
Posted on 4/21/18 at 7:40 am to mouton
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It WILL Escape. They are the houdinis of the dog world.
This! My brother has one. His backyard is a mess because it’s full of giant holes. The dog is always digging holes under the fence and escaping. Sweet dog though. And good with kids. But a pain in the arse.
Posted on 4/21/18 at 7:41 am to S1C EM
Sounds like you want to have dog just to say that you have a dog. If your plan is to just get it and throw it outside to do its own thing then what good is having it? Our dogs are like our kids, in fact they listen better most times, so i never understood people who have to have a dog only to leave it locked up.
Posted on 4/21/18 at 7:42 am to S1C EM
I have a 4 year old. We live in Birmingham. Dog is fine in the weather.
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So what would I be getting myself into?
A very energetic dog that always wants to play and run. Shedding. Shedding. Shedding. When they get bored, they destroy. I learned that fast.
Get the biggest crate you can find and get her trained to to in it. Mine loves hers to sleep in.
I'm fully aware of things like food, vet bills, etc. But how difficult is a husky to train/housebreak?
Not too bad. They are smart.
How will it do on its own in a fenced backyard when we're away?
Never left mine outside while I'm gone. Just make sure she can't escape.
Inow they're good in cold weather, but what about hot, humid Georgia summers? I understand their undercoat regulates body temp in both hot and cold, so will that and plenty of water be sufficient?
The weather is fine. The undercoat actually contains any sweat and acts as a cooling device.
Only real shade would be the house itself and trees on the outer edge of the property. I had all of the ones in the fenced area of the yard removed recently.
You need some shade if it's staying outside.
Posted on 4/21/18 at 7:42 am to S1C EM
Why get a dog at all if you are so against it being inside?
Posted on 4/21/18 at 7:44 am to S1C EM
If you own a husky in south Louisiana, you’re an a-hole
Posted on 4/21/18 at 7:49 am to mouton
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That said do not get one if you tplan on it being an outside dog only. It WILL Escape. They are the houdinis of the dog world. They will easily scale a privacy fence and take off. They also have such a strong run instinct that you can't have them off leash unless they are extremely well trained
The leash part isn't a problem, but I'm glad you mention their desire to "run". That part gives me pause. I damn sure don't want to have to worry about that when we're gone.
Do understand, I've been looking at adopting mutts from a number of local shelters, too, specifically looking for retriever, lab, or shepherd mixes, etc. Problem is, the damn shelters post new dogs to Facebook and Instagram at noon on weekdays and by the time I call hoping to make a visit, the dogs I'm interested in are already gone or waiting to be picked up. Happened yesterday with a retriever mix that probably would have been perfect. Posted it at noon. I called at 2pm and it was already scheduled to be picked up this morning at 8am. So the people sitting at home during the week have the advantage. Guess I'm going to have to just show up to shelters repeatedly until I luck up and find the right dog.
Posted on 4/21/18 at 7:53 am to lsunurse
I don't get why someone would get a dog just to keep it outside.
Posted on 4/21/18 at 7:57 am to GOMD78
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Sounds like you want to have dog just to say that you have a dog. If your plan is to just get it and throw it outside to do its own thing then what good is having it? Our dogs are like our kids, in fact they listen better most times, so i never understood people who have to have a dog only to leave it locked up.
Not at all. I grew up with dogs indoors and outdoors. Some were outdoor only. The idea that you should only have a dog if you're willing to have it mainly inside is a little narrow-minded. That might be true for poodles and the like (do not want). Do you think the same thing about people with cats that are outdoor only (something I actually don't like because of outdoor, roaming dogs)? Horses? Do you think we don't go outdoors and spend time with the dog?
I grew up on something just short of a farm, so your concept of having a dog predominantly inside or don't have one at all is odd to me.
Posted on 4/21/18 at 7:57 am to TDcline
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If you own a husky in south Louisiana, you’re an a-hole
And you have no fricking idea what you are talking about but keep running your mouth .
Posted on 4/21/18 at 7:59 am to lsunurse
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Why get a dog at all if you are so against it being inside?
I'm personally not. I think I've said that already. But even if it does come in, it won't be in during the day. If you were a dog, would you rather be free to roam a big back yard at your leisure when your owners are gone, or would you prefer to be confined in some manner in a house? Obviously depends on the dog, but I think most would prefer to have some freedom.
Posted on 4/21/18 at 8:01 am to S1C EM
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I'm personally not. I think I've said that already. But even if it does come in, it won't be in during the day. If you were a dog, would you rather be free to roam a big back yard at your leisure when your owners are gone, or would you prefer to be confined in some manner in a house?
Huskies aren't shy about letting you know what they want to do and they aren't hip to you making those decisions. They like to come and go as they please.
Posted on 4/21/18 at 8:05 am to mouton
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It WILL Escape.
Posted on 4/21/18 at 8:07 am to S1C EM
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But even if it does come in, it won't be in during the day. If you were a dog, would you rather be free to roam a big back yard at your leisure when your owners are gone, or would you prefer to be confined in some manner in a house? Obviously depends on the dog, but I think most would prefer to have some freedom.
That is what doggy doors are for. To allow for both.
Posted on 4/21/18 at 8:12 am to S1C EM
Seems like it would be incredibly cruel to not allow a husky to have access to some a/c or a shaded, fanned area during the day during the hot summer months.
My brother in law had a husky...in AZ. She was kept inside during the day. Of course....neighbors will file complaints if they see you have an outdoors only dog with no adequate shelter in the summer....that is considered harm to animals/animal cruelty where I live because of the extreme heat.
ETA: Sounds like this breed is just not a good fit for you.
My brother in law had a husky...in AZ. She was kept inside during the day. Of course....neighbors will file complaints if they see you have an outdoors only dog with no adequate shelter in the summer....that is considered harm to animals/animal cruelty where I live because of the extreme heat.
ETA: Sounds like this breed is just not a good fit for you.
This post was edited on 4/21/18 at 8:14 am
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