Training & Behaviour
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I'm sure it's a question a lot of you have asked because after all, everyone knows huskies pull! But don' be fooled by people who tell you it's impossible to train a husky to walk on a loose lead because they have been bred to pull - they are incredibly intelligent dogs, I'm sure I don't need to persuade anyone of that, and they are more than capable of learning just like any other dog. It just might take a little bit more effort to get it through to them than other breeds. There are two ways to go about dealing with pulling; using training tools to manage the situation, and behaviour modification. They are not independent of each other and can both b…
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Ok - it's been suggested to set up a thread so we can see the percentage of husky owners here who let their dogs off lead. I've created the poll - please take a moment to vote on it - all votes are anonymous. Edited by Emma: Here is the link to the new poll. http://www.husky-owners.com/forum/topic/69275-on-lead-vs-off-lead/
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I have to say, I'm constantly reading on Facebook about people who let their huskies offlead in woods etc. I used to let my own girl off when she was younger, brought up with 2 collies, excellent recall, then her prey drive kicked in, not now! For anyone contemplating it, against all breed advice, take a read Edited to add, this is NOT about my dog, I found the article & just sharing http://www.siberescue.com/Common/Leash/leashTRUST.html "Trust is a disease: There is a deadly disease stalking your dog, a hideous, stealthy thing just waiting its chance to steal your beloved friend. It is not a new disease, or one for which there are inoculations. The dise…
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Reading and interpreting the body language of dogs is very important; it can help you analyze behavioral problems, prevent a dog fight, or simply help you to understand your dog when it tries to communicate with you. I made this little 'guide' to help you interpret your dog's body language; if anybody would like to add anything or correct me (as I'm not perfect!), please feel free. This is just what I have learned from experience by watching dogs at the dog park interact. First of all, a nice little quote on the problem of using the 'Alpha Roll' to correct your dog's problems: Aggressive Dominance - General posture: Stiff-legged, body leaning slightly towa…
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Hello! So I own a little two year old siberian husky female named Azja and I think she has some sort of mental problem. To understand it I'll have to tell a bit of her story. I adopted her when she was five months old from a breeder who lives far away from my home. On the long drive home we stopped off on the side of the road to let her go to the bathroom. However it turned out the collar I had for her was too big and she slipped out of it. Since she didn't know me or my family she just started running. The terrain of the area was high mountain desert. Me and my brother and my mother spent the next six hours trying to get her to come back but it was no good. Sh…
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Future companions eagerly awaiting to be united with the 8 yr old ,husky we adopted. We’re in the PNW, and our dog is coming from a rescue shelter in Texas later in the month. I have been reading up on husky behavior, needs, etc. And wondering if there is any advice out there for husky adopters? From what I know from the rescue shelter, he has sweet demeanor, loves kisses, and is a couch potato. They’ve said he is friendly, and chill with other dogs large and small. Although I’m unsure of just how much time he gets playing and socializing with others dogs at the rescue shelter. They’ve also said he does well with the male and female workers. And on his adoption page …
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After tons of research and talking with other husky owners we were told that bringing a new cat into the house with an adult husky is a very bad idea. We did it anyway lol. We've had this little tabby since December and at first kept them completely separated. After one month of this we got our husky a muzzle and let him coexist with the cat under supervision. After one month of that starting in late February we removed the muzzle and to our surprise he was not aggressive with the cat at all. In fact, after 2-3 weeks with no muzzle he doesn't even acknowledge the cat exists half the time. That said - we still do not let them roam together unsupervised. I'm posting some pi…
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Zeus is a 3 and a half year husky/malamute mix. I’ve had him since he was 8 weeks ago. He’s on a raw food diet. And extremely trainable! He knows multiple tricks and basic obedience (spin, boop, back, weaving, shake with both paws, slow, stop, run, walk, sit stay, go to bed, go to sleep, etc). He’s great with kids but doesn’t like guys. The only time he’s barked or growled is when he’s in protection mode and the guy or threat is too close for his liking. He doesn’t howl or talk like other husky’s and is very quiet. He’s still got enough sass in his huffs and puffs. And since he was a puppy he was always super chill. Doesn’t like to go on more than a mile walk. If I force …
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Interested in adopting a pet but also considering buying from a breeder. What are the factors to consider in this decision?
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My husky has recently started refusing to go out for a walk from my house - we can get her outside and onto the green area then she just tries to back out of her harness or lays down. She got frightened by the fireworks and then she got over it but now we seem to be back to square one. She will go in the car and go elsewhere but still seems to be scared of loud bangs - people slamming their doors etc. I don't know what to try and was hoping someone might be able to give me some ideas. Thanks Sharon
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Hi I got a husky 4 days ago from another owner he has been ok on non pull harness but going main road (I live in a city) he gets very pully and couris (slightly movey) around cars and sometimes stops I tried giving him treats to reward him but he gets to distracted even at far distance any tips?
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Share your insights into decoding your pet's body language and vocal cues. How do you communicate with your pet?
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I have a west siberian laika and I want to get another dog, so I'm in the research phase, looking into different breeds. Would it be possible for a husky to tag along on a hunting trip/learn to hunt (even if badly)? I know they're not bred for hunting, so it's not a dealbreaker if they couldn't, but it seems that they are very vocal and have high prey drive. I only hunt raccoon and squirrel. So, would it be possible for them to figure it out since all they'd have to do is follow my current dog, chase the squirrel/raccoon and bark at the squirrel/raccoon? They wouldn't have to tree it, or otherwise be especially good at the task in general. My current dog does ju…
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Hello. We have a 7 week old purebred Siberian Husky. We have had him for three days now and want to jump on training for everything asap while he's still young. We have a crate that he has slept in at night which hasn't been a problem. We have him in our bedroom close by so we can hear him. Typically, we put him in his crate between 9:30 and 10 every night. He is good in there until sometime between 3 - 4am at which point, he'll whine and needs to be let out. I take him downstairs and let him out on our front lawn. Typically, he quickly pees and poops and I take him upstairs and put him back in his crate. When we do that, he starts to whine and does it incessantl…
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Discover and discuss technological advancements that enhance pet care, from smart feeders to pet tracking apps.
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Ok so just checking I'm doing is right....I've just started with gee and haw training, nicko is facing me and I'm getting him to touch my hands with his nose and giving him a treat when he gets it right. Am I on the right track? Will he get confused when he has to do it facing away from me?...what is the next step I need to take? Thanks!
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Hello everyone, I have 2 husky siblings they turned 1 in August, they both attend training separately and although they both smash it when we are there as soon as we leave the house Storm our male husky is a nightmare! He has MANY distractions and things to keep him occupied which lasts his sister a long time, but he will get through everything quickly. He has learnt in the last week how to open our washing machine, microwave, fridge/freezer and one of our cupboards! Which all need fixing or replacing as the seals have been eaten and can’t close! Our kitchen has been destroyed during 2 outings. But my main concern is that he’s going to get hurt. We have had …
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Hey guys, So my husky Scarlet is about a year and 2 months now, we've had her since she was 3 months and shes come a long way from when we got her but she still seems scared. Initially she was scared of everything but now she is excited to see other dogs, still afraid of cars and wary of people, mostly males albeit a little less. I didnt 'rescue' her from a shelter but i did save her from a irresponsible owner who kept the tiny pup isolated outside which explains most of her issues. Scarlet started off with us living outside in her house but slowly etched herself inside. She spends some of the day inside with us (well me mostly, when im not at uni) but unfortunately mos…
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Share your tried-and-true DIY remedies for common pet issues like minor injuries, skin irritations, and more.
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Share your favorite ways to stay active with your pet, whether it's jogging, hiking, or even doing yoga together.
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Hello, I’m January 2023 we adopted a rescue husky. She was in a really unfortunate situation at a breeding/hoarding home. She never had any affection from humans. Before she was 1 years old she was a mom. We adopted her and have been giving her the best life we can. We got her spayed, got her a great trainer and have seen HUGE improvements. But she has nipped my son 3 times now and I don’t know what to do. This time she broke skin under his eye. He and I were both sitting and petting her when it happened and then with no growl or warning she just whipped her head and got him. Any suggestions? We all love this dog and would be heartbroken if it didn’t work out, especially …
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So we've had a husky in the family for years, she was originally my sisters dog and ended up with my dad due to my sister not being able to look after her. My dad managed well for a while then his health deteriorated and he passed away this year, long story short she's now been with my brother and sister in law since the end of January and generally has been okay (typical rule pushing as she had none towards the end with my dad). We took her to the vets etc and they said she needs spaying and we hoped she'd be calm down. She had a bad experience with a dog as a puppy so hasn't been socialised with them since really due to her unpredictability but she's always be…
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Share activities that have helped you build a deeper bond with your pet.
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I have a husky, whom I love to pieces, got him with 2 months old, he was the cutest furball, he was never aggressive to us nor anyone really, until my mom came to spend a few weeks and he bit her hand. I was quit shocked mostly because I wasn'texpecting obviously, nor could I understand why he did it. Basically he follows her wherever she goes in the house or in the garden (to the point she stopped watering the plants coz he would go straight for her hand). I have 3 cats, a 5 year old and a 2 month old and he never ever showed any aggressive behavior. I do not know what to do.... He is 1y and 7 months old. He is playful, and plays rough but stops when we say, but not…
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Hello everyone,I am a bit concerned about my dog's recent behavior. Lately, I have noticed that he has been pooping meat type poop, and I'm not sure what to do about it. I've been feeding him a raw diet for a while now, but I have never seen anything like this before.Has anyone else experienced this with their dog? Is this normal, or should I be worried? I'm not sure if it's something that will go away on its own.
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