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Post by rpgreligion on Jan 29, 2008 23:38:48 GMT -5
I've been without a dog since August or so, and I've really missed having one. So I finally decided to buy the dog I've always wanted, a Siberian Husky.
I named her Divinity and she's almost two months old. I'll put up some better pics if I can get my real camera working tomorrow (rather than my cell :/ )
Anyone have any random advice on caring for Huskies?
I want a puppy, but cannot afford one now. They are quite expensive, with all the shots and treatments you gotta get at the start. But I think I want a Rhodesian Ridgeback. Anyone have a Ridgeback or know anyone with one? I get a lot of mixed reactions from people when I tell them that's what kinda dog I want.
I have friends who have a Rhodesian. You really have to be prepared to spend a lot of time exercising the dog and keeping it busy. After all, this is an animal used to hunting lions in Africa. I have two working breed dogs (not Rhodesians), no children and I don't work...and it's hard for me to keep up with them. Not trying to be discouraging, but do a lot of research on whatever breed you're considering, especially a working dog.
Their loyalty. Also, I mean I want a dog that is gonna get me somewhat active, cause I'm not so much at the moment. I don't want something that is gonna run me to the ground though. They also have very short hair, and won't leave hair everywhere.
You know, I erroneously said they are a working breed when I meant a working dog...their breed classification is actually hound. But they are still a very active dog. Comparatively speaking, I've seen very active labradors that are not nearly as active as my friend's Rhodesian. Of course, that could vary from dog to dog, but I'd be prepared to spend several hours a day exercising a Rhodesian Ridgeback.
but I'd be prepared to spend several hours a day exercising a Rhodesian Ridgeback.
That's kinda what I was afraid of. I'd love to exercise with my future dog, but I simply don't have the time to spend a few hours a day doing it. I could do like an hour a day though no problem.
Post by peacelover on Jan 30, 2008 10:03:40 GMT -5
congrats on the new puppy - we have a samoyed and they are very similar to huskies in personality and temperment - they love to play and they love to "talk" - listen for aroos. we got kalo when he was 6 weeks old and a handfull - found this book "The Art of Raising a Puppy" by the monks of Skete to be invaluable. These Nordic dogs make wonderful pets but they need guidance and lots of exercise - if they get bored they get into trouble
but I'd be prepared to spend several hours a day exercising a Rhodesian Ridgeback.
That's kinda what I was afraid of. I'd love to exercise with my future dog, but I simply don't have the time to spend a few hours a day doing it. I could do like an hour a day though no problem.
I bicycle with my dogs. I have an Aussie and an Aussie mix. I could walk for miles and they'd still have energy to burn. With a good 3 mile run next to my bicycle they actually get tired, it's amazing. I just invested in this little do-hicky www.walkydogusa.com/ and it's totally worth it. It's a great little invention for it's purpose. We cruise now, one dog on each side... The main thing you have to watch is their paw pads. They'll toughen up eventually, but they'll get really raw and sore if you don't start slow and allow time for them to heal between runs. Bag balm is good for sore paw pads if it happens.
My dogs get so excited when they see the bicycle come out.
Post by kaleidoscope kristen on Jan 31, 2008 4:07:54 GMT -5
aw, Divinity is devine rpgreligion! So precious. I have a husky mix named Georgia. She's not a full bred, but she's got the piercing blue eyes! I also recently found Maggie, a beautiful shepherd mix.. she has one blue eye and one brown eye! I love my girls!
But I know huskies become VERY distracted, so training them can sometimes be a handful. They're active dogs and enjoy stimulation too... you can pick up books at Petsmart or Pet co on the breed to learn all of their ins and outs. Good luck!
I know that Malamutes like to be up high; maybe Huskies are similar? I've always been curious about that.
My good friend has a mammoth Malamute, and they built a special little enclosure for him with a ramp so he can go sit on top of it and sun himself up high during the day. He loves it. You should see if your Husky is the same way.
By the way, she's adorable. I've always wanted one.
Post by rpgreligion on Mar 24, 2008 22:45:34 GMT -5
Well, in another effort of becoming less of a lurker, here are some newer pictures of the pup.
Still using a cell phone camera.
Most of what you've heard about huskies are true...they love to chew and love high places. I hide my shoes every time I take them off, and every time I take her walking in the forest she climbs on top of every rock and tree she possibly can. ;D
