Husky Health & Diet
How to keep you siberian husky in good health.
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What different commands do you use with your dog? I've taught Kimba the basic sit, stay, down etc but just wondered what other people use??
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It's easy to presume that when you get your dog home for the first time that you will both fall instantly in love and live happily ever after. But making that special connection isn't quite so simple. This is a two way relationship made up of a mix of many things including mutual respect, communication, understanding, tolerance, acceptance, confidence and trust - as well as affection. Forming that close bond takes effort and commitment which means you need to spend time interacting with your pet every day in a variety of ways. While any activities you do together will help create and strengthen the bond between you, it's imprtant to observe your dogs respons…
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Ever mixed gravey with your sibes kibble? My dad mentioned the other week that as a boy he had a dog and they mixed gravy with the kibble and brought out a shiny coat.....so, i have tried this with my boys for a few days now and have noticed a huge difference. Their coat is lovely and so so soft and shiny - it's not affected their toileting either, i mix 2 spoons of Bisto gravy granuels and put half a cup in with their kibble. Just wondered if any one else had done this ??
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what kind of commands do you teach.. seems like im almost out of ideas! Suka can: Sit, Stay, Sit/Stay 5 min w/distraction, Sit/Stay w/treat on nose, Down, Up, Drop, Shake L&R, Bed, Crate, Corner (for kitchen), Come, Outside, No, Ahhh, and relece command Ok which she gets on a dime! working on distraction outside with strangers and other dogs right now seems to be alot more of a hassle then i thought lol im working on teaching turn left and turn right but not too sure how to go about teaching running infront of me so we can get a head start on pulling ( without accualy pulling) i dont like the roll over command as it really has no …
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There is a saying that dogs are a man's best friend; however, this may not be always the case. There are many cases out there of dogs being food possessive by growling at their owner, or dogs that will jump all over and nip for attention. In many cases, dogs with these behavioral problems lack one very simple thing and that is, leadership from their owners. Seven Secrets to a Much More Obedient Dog * Let Him Sit and Stay Let's say it's dinner time. Instead of just placing the food bowl down and letting your dog eat right away, have him sit and stay instead. At this point you are in charge of the food, therefore, you are in a dominant role. He wi…
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When was the last time you took a peek at your dog's teeth? If it has been a while try it now. Flip the upper lip up to reveal your dog's upper and lower molars (back teeth). Do you see white, shiny teeth or are they yellow to brown? If the teeth have a small amount of yellow to brown stain on them, it may be plaque and most likely the pet just has gingivitis. If there is a dark yellow to brown, hard substance on the teeth, it could be calculus which indicates a more advanced condition called Periodontal Disease. Where does Bad Breath Come From? Bacteria harbor in plaque and calculus and release odors from the mouth we affectionately call "doggie breath." …
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Dogs love a good Frisbee throw at the park picnic, a fast game of fetch in the backyard, or a romp on the beach. They seem happy, dashing around with tongue lolling and slobber dripping and many dog owners figure the dog will know when to stop. But that’s not the case. Dogs are so excitable and so playful. They just keep on going and often don’t feel the effects of overheating until it’s too late. Dog owners must take responsibility and know when enough is enough. Allow the dog to rest in a cool area and offer plenty of cool water. Dogs also love to go along on car rides but should never be left inside a parked car. Even in weather that see…
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Ear infections are quite common in dogs. Although any dog can get an ear infection, breeds such as Cocker Spaniels with heavy pendulous ears and Yorkshire Terriers with lots of hair inside the ears are most susceptible. Causes Ear infections are most commonly caused by bacteria, yeast, or mites. Anything that impairs drainage and promotes moisture in the ear such as waxy buildup, dirt, hair mats, growths, or ticks can bring on infection. Sometimes pollen, dust, mold, fleas, and even certain foods can cause irritation within the ear. Symptoms Dogs with an ear infection may scratch at the ear, shake their heads excessively or hold their heads…
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Thought I would put this up, general list of items to have in a first aid kit. I have typed it up from the Your Dog Magazine. I hope you never have to use the kit though! Waterproof pouch If it's raining you won't get your "kit wet" Cohesive bandage Used as a top layer of bandage and sticks to itself no need for safety pins or tying Latex Gloves Use before leaning any wound to prevent from infection Bandage padding Easier to use than cotton wool and less likely to contaminate a wound. It will absorb excess blood is the dressing becomes saturated and is more comfortable. Scissors Preferably …
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husky poop 1 2 3
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hi sorry with this seems a bit crude, but evry time my little boy goes for a poop its always quite runny is this normal for the breed or is this a sign of a problem or help greatly appreciated
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Here's a great link to help you sort out information about pet food recalls. It includes an up to date listing of recalled foods and treats, what to do if you suspect you've feed tainted food, and more. http://www.hsus.org/pets/pet_food_safety_center/help_protect_your_pet_from_recalled_food.html
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The old saying "the dog days of summer" wasn't coined for nothing. The phrase actually stems from the stars, as Sirius, the "Dog Star," rises in conjunction with the sun between July and August. Some of our ancestors believed that the brightness of the sun and star combined to cause summer's extreme heat. Over the years, however, we've come to use the expression for sweltering days that aren't fit for any dog. The truth is that dogs are more susceptible to the summer heat than we are. They have to wear a fur coat all year round. Whereas we can sweat to cool ourselves down, our pups sweat only through glands on the nose and paws and try to release hea…
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looking to get suka a nice treat from her normal kibble just wondering what is best for a younger pup from what i have seen lamb is the best or chicken necks. just wondering what bones are the best for a good change And what i should be asking for. thanks
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i recieved this in a email today about a recall you can teach your husky in an emergency don't know if it will work or not but thought i would share anyway. What do you think I`m going to say is the #1 thing you must teach your husky? It's Recall! Yes, training your husky to come when you call is a must. Recall is a very serious issue for huskies because they were bred for running. Most people are turned off from getting huskies because they are scared that they'd run away. A while ago I heard about a guy losing his Sibe because she ran away and got hit by a car. Very Traggic! So I`m going to te…
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Here is some more info I made up last night. This bit is about your sibe/s vocal and body language which can also help you understand them and help training. There is more information on the way about this subject (i.e. facial and tail expressions) which I will try and make up tonight and post on here tomorrow Anything to add or explain please do so What is your Sibe actually telling you? Dogs communicate through various different behaviours. These different behaviour can be simplified into 2 groups, these are: • Vocalisation • Body Language However, both are much more complex than the words say. Each behaviour…
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Anyone have tips on how to choose/evaluate a dog trainer or dog training class. I think I'd like to get a little help with sneakers. A couple of the pet stores here offer fairly inexpensive classes, but I'm not sure how good they are. I know several people who say they liked them but have pretty ill-mannered dogs, so I'm not too sure I would like them. I've seen a couple of other options, though. One teaches you how to train your dog to behave off-leash, though I'd like him to be on a leash, that level of obedience sounds great and I like their video - the dogs in it stay right withthe owner going back and forth, stop and start, etc. Another offers…
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When people talk about puppy socialization they are generally referring to the first 16 weeks of a dog's life. This is the window of time in our puppy's lives that determines who they will become as adult dogs. The temperament, character and behavior habits of your puppy are developed during this socialization period - and will last a lifetime. It affects how your puppy will relate to his family, strangers, animals and the environment in which he lives. Puppy socialization stimulates the five senses of your young dog. It is the introduction, exposure and desensitization to the sights, sounds, smells, tastes and touch of everyday life. The socialization period c…
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After having some tips from Smeagle about my boys pulling I decided to give it a go and though you all may like to know how its going, so I thought I would use the idea Richard had when his giving up smoking and keep a diary type thing to keep you all updated. Name: Gizmo Age: nearly 13 months Positive word using: Good Gizmo Started: Monday 9th February 2009 Method: Staying in a calm, positive, dominant state of mind. Changing direction as soon as Gizmo pulls the lead tight and when he walks on a loose leash I give him his positive word "Good Gizmo" with fuss and treat. Date: Monday 9th February As I h…
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Tonight went really well! Kaiser learnt DOWN whoop was so proud of him! They put us all on long lines tonight to help teach recall - would have been great if my mummy's boy would have strayed far enough away for me to be able to call him back lol Got there eventually though, he decided to have a sniff of Blizzard (Malamute's well, Mal on here ) until he turned round then he shot off back to me - scaredy cat! lol Going to work on the DOWN and STAY this week and at the same time work on him snatching food from me, fingers crossed!!
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I have had 4 huskies in the past and they all walked on a leash from 10 weeks on. Bit I have a 5 month old husky that bought fro a breeder 2 months ago that won't walk on a leash at all. I have tried letting him drag the leash to get used to it and he walks with it draging. But as soon as I pick up the leash he drops all his weight in a laying posistion and won't budge. I tried baiting him with treats and calling him to try to get him to walk on the leash and that won't work. I also tried using his favorite toys to try to walk a few steps or at least stand up on the leash and still he stays in the laying position. I have several different leashes I tried this with …
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I found out last night that Rudy (Lee's dog, aka Jamies sister's partner) has fox mite !!!!!!!!! Looking it up I assume its basically Sarcoptic Mange. Lee thinks that Rudy picked it up when in the forest which would mean my 3 may have caught it as Rudy only goes to the forest when they take my 3 there so now going have to get my 3 down the vet asap to check if they have it or not (God, I hope not). We use frontline, so Im not sure if this prevents the fox mite or not so will have to check that now. With this in mind I thought I would pop this on about Sarcoptic Mange: Sarcoptic mange, commonly known as canine scabies, is caused by the parasite …
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As some of you may have read, i've just ordered a walking belt for when I go to the Wales race in a few weeks. Do i literally just attach him up to it and off i go? How do i stop him from pulling me over and dragging me through the mud?? Any hints or tips would be appreciated!!!!! :ran_biggrin:
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Got up this morning ready to walk my boys only to find poor baby Bandit is sick :ran_frown:!!! He didnt want to eat this morning and wasnt keen on eating last night either! In the space of about an hour he threw up about 9-10 times :eek:! He doesnt seem to be drinking any more than usual and we haven't tried to feed him since either. He wasnt even interested in going out in the garden. Due to how he was I didnt manage to take Gizmo or Marley out for a walk either! My poor baby!!!!!!!! At first it was just undigested food, eeeeeeewwwwwww and since it just seems to be yellow coloured liquid! I havent seen him eat anything he shouldnt have done and if t…
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Anyone who has a pet, knows someone who has a pet, or lives in a neighborhood where there are pets should pay heed. Please pass this on to those who will either be putting down mulch this season or who have 4 legged kids. Please tell every dog or cat owner you know. Even if you don't have a pet,please pass this to those who do.. Overthe weekend the doting owner of two young lab mixes purchased Cocoa Mulch from Target to use in their garden. They loved the way it smelled and it was advertised to keep cats away from their garden. Their dog Calypso decided that the mulch smelled good enough to eat and dev…
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Has anyone ever shaved or clipped their husky? The reason I ask is because Bear is a really thick coated wooly. The group we rescued him from said not to shave or clip him because the double coat actually acts as insulation against cold and heat. I think I saw something posted in another thread about this. The groomer I take him to asked if I wanted him shaved or clipped for summer. I mentioned what I had been told and the response was that it is okay to clip them or shave them. I know that would definitely make my life easier....but I don't want to do anything that could hurt my Bear.... Advice?
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