The truth behind husky's

I have been hearing, reading, and seeing many things about certain breeds of dogs that are shinning a negative light on these great animals. One of my favorite dogs is the Husky. There is something captivating to me about how they look and act that I cannot get away from. With few people (especially in the south - for some good reasoning) not knowing about Husky's there is some false advertising about them that hopefully I can clear up.

Traits

Some common traits about Husky's is that they are naturally very gentle creatures that are extremely outgoing and intelligent. They can be independent pets when an owner is not around, so they won't lull or experience separation anxiety like others. They are extremely friendly an eager to bond with their family when they are around. However, these dogs are somewhat difficult to train and do require a special person who is willing to be patient and persistent. But as anyone who has trained a dog will know, this really could apply to any dog and varies greatly with each individual pet. Husky's are excellent with children and families of all sizes. They are not prone to lash out or exhibit aggressive behaviors.

Barking

Now when it comes to barking, this truly is where Husky's make a reputation. They do not actually "bark" often which is good. But they do love to let others hear their "Siberian music" or howling. Since this is a natural trait for Husky's be ready if you are planning on owning one any time soon. This can be a very difficult behavior to train but can be done...just not as quickly as training dogs to not bark. Also if you are more comfortable with quiet time in your home...Husky's love to talk...all the time. You can tell them about your day and they will surely respond in detail.

Shedding

The biggest aspect of Husky's that make people hesitant is their shedding. This is where the love has to come in on the owners part. When a husky sheds in the summer, their hair flares and you can grab it by the clump. As breeding becomes more advanced, Husky's are being breed to retain a very short coat in the winter and summer. So if you feel like you could love a Husky but not deal with the shedding it is smart to find a breeder that can get short-haired Husky's. Harder to find but worth every penny.

Day-to-day living

Husky are outdoor pets, although they love to snuggle up in bed at night. These dogs are inherently active dogs, so exercise is a passion for them. I found that I actually had a great time getting into shape with mine after work when it was time to go out. This is not a dog you want to keep inside all the time or confine to a small area by keeping them leashed...like any dog. They are a blast to take out, play with and watch. They are not attack dogs, so Husky's get along great with other pets and love to show affection and receive it!

Owners

These wonderful creatures live on average 14 years. They are a joy even into their old age, so if you think you are ready to become an owner...it is a marriage. Well not exactly but you will have yours for a long time. Interaction and bonding time are a must. Training them should start around 5 months and make sure you know what behaviors you want to prevent early on. Digging in the yard, howling, and affection are the three most characteristics I have found myself to focus on with mine. These dogs couldn't get any better but like with any they do require some correction, even though it might take a little longer.

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