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Skyler = girl = 26kg is 5 years 9 months = Owner = fazz_1982 Rocky = boy = 29kg is 5 years 9 months = Owner = fazz_1982

Ubnfortunately Rocky picked up a paralysis tick (despite been treated for it using Advantix - we now use Frontline), consequently the vet had to shave off his entire coat to make sure there was not anymore before administering the paralysis tick serum. Because we have 2 huskies, they wanted to check the girl and shaved her too as a precaution. 2/3 months later, Rocky's coat has grown back as normal, however Skylers coat it still patchy and not growing evenly. Has anyone else shaved their husky before and if so how did their coat grow back. If I had the choice I would not have shaved either coat, but I guess as a precautionary measure at the time it made sense. Those paralysis ticks are deadly. Info on paralysis ticks - http://www.virbac.com.au/p-virbacaupuben/display.aspx?srv=p-virbacau&typ=pub&lang=en&cmd=view&style=styles/page2.xsl&select=PAGE%5B@ID$eq$PAGE_122%5D&generic1=ARTICLE_978&

Diesel sounds like my Skyler a bit Yeah I thought that it maybe a combination of the sound of the wave and the under current on the sand that they didn't like. They are fine walking along the beach and enjoy it very much, its just as you said, when they get near, they freak out and want to run back to dry sand. Skyler is worse that Rocky as Rocky will sometimes venture in until the water touches his under belly. I will keep at it and keep you posted

Does anyone have huskies that just simply refuse to go swimming in the ocean or a creek. We just can't seem to get our two used coming in for a paddle. The girl in particular is such a "scaredy cat" Does anyone have any helpful tips or recommendations to ease them into it? I have tried them in a pool whilst holding them in there, briefly paddled in the shallow surf but as soon as a slight wave comes, they are out of there!

Hi guys, I thought i'd update everyone on the developments of this post (wow over a year now.) We initially took the girl to a vet for an examination and the vet said she was perfectly healthy. They did a physical examination of her limbs and hips but she was pretty non-responsive (she is so placid by nature). So we decided to leave it a few more months. ITs was probably March / April 2013 that we noticed a substantial downturn to her gait and she was continually limping, particularly after exercise. So we took her for a third examination and this time she even had a scan which still gave no indication that anything was wrong. Anyway, we ended up taking her to a specialist clinic (super expensive) who diagnosed that she had a torn cruciate ligament. Positively, no permanent damage had occurred and we had caught it at an early stage in order for her to increase her chances of full recovery. We were given 3 options for her rehabilitation: 1.) Ongoing physio 2.) Surgery 3.) Specialist biomechanical surgery where they insert a metal joint on her knee joint, followed by an exercise and physio treatment The third option was obviously super expensive but higher chances of a full recovery, so we went with the third option. 6 Months later, she is now fully recovered and can fully sprint, jump into the Ute back and she is super playful again with her brother. It has been a long drawn out and expensive process, but we are happy she is back to full health again. We are now planning to take them both on a 12-18 month trip around Australia. I will try and dig out the documentation again and post the official diagnosis of what was wrong. I can't remember exactly what it was called.

Cheers I will get a few pictures uploaded later on this week Ive also pinned myself on the map - its a pretty cool concept!

Cheers guys. Ive done a bit of reading and the worse case scenario it could be hip dysplacia (but not likely as her gait and running is absolutely fine), it could be arthritis or it literally just could be how she lies down. Any way, Ive booked her in for later this week so will keep you posted Cheers

Could be, I did think perhaps it could be something to do with their hips or something as I heard they are renouned for hip issues? I will have to get her checked out this week at the vet and see what they say Cheers

Hi all, Does anyone's sibe ever limp when they wake up or get up? its almost as though she has been lying in one spot for too long and her leg goes "dead" so she basically limps for 15 seconds or so. Do uyou think it may be a symptom of something more serious? Its only recently started to happen (4 years old)

Hi all, I used to reside in the UK but relocated to Australia 2 years ago along with Rocky and Skyler. Interested in networking with husky owners in NSW - share camping spots, dog friendly beaches and good walks across the state. Cheers

Brilliant clips!! I also let my girl off the lead and keep the male on the lead - she is completely fine. Sometimes she will bolt off but i just walk the opposite way with rocky and she comes straight back. She also reesponds well to a whistle.

Hi Collette, that sounds brilliant! Will oyu be repeating that walk? I will look it up on the map. Where abouts are you staying? Yes would be great to meet up!! I will message my contact info shortly

I bought an OS map today so i will look at the different options this evening, feel free to post your recommended route. Is striding edge ok for my dogs? I have 2 and 2 owners

hi all, Im planning a short trip to the Lake district from the 6th - 9th February. Im planning to camp in Grizedale Forest with a goal to trek over Helvellyn on one of the days. I just wondered: a) are there any locals out there that are husky owner? if there was anyone else planning to be in the Lakes during these dates? Also if you have been in this area - do you have any recommended walks over the fells? As i usually go to the western part (Scafell region) and its my 1st time in the eastern region!! I will be taking my two - Rocky & Skyler and hoping to see wome fellow husky owners out and about Cheers

Maybe rocky and skyler also i just need to confirm the dates with work