Siberian Husky Dog Breed​
Aliases: Siberian husky, Sibe
Description: The Siberian Husky is a beautiful gracious animal, a dog that sees through you and knows your disposition even before he has met you. He seems arrogant and princelike, not deeming every man worthing of his attention. He seems somewhat like a gentle giant, in the meaning he looks kind but still requires respect. Once accepted by a Siberian first then may you experience the loving and awesome disposition of this beautiful creature. The Siberian loves to run and play, being very insightful to the body language of other dogs he almost always becomes a quick friend with most of them. A Siberian seldom argues and will much rather flee then fight, but a dog that offends the huskies honor will see the husky is definitely willing to defend it. Breeders have been very keen on breeding well tempered dogs as it is a must that the dogs can work together and with a human leader. He is a strong, compact working dog with fantastic colors and patterns. They can have different eye coloration as well from clear blue to dark brown, in fact even partial coloration is usual such as bi-color ( one blue and one brown eye) and parti-eyed (two different colors in one eye). The siberian husky has a thick undercoat which makes it possible for the Sibe to withstand temperatures as low as -58 degrees to -76 degrees F (-50 to -60 C ).

The coat of a Siberian Husky ranges in color from Jet Black to Pure White. The colors include black and white, Jet black, silver (dilute) black and redish black.

Grey- The basic color is grey and the undercoat is usually a mixture of beige and silver.
Wolf Grey- A warm shade of grey with casts of beige, tan, yellow or red behind the ears and saddle area, the undercoat is beige (a wolf like face is not part of this coloration, thoe they often have it, they may also have open white faces).
Silver- There is no red or yellow hair intermixed.
Sable- This is a beautiful color that reminds of wolf grey though wolf grey has a beige undercoat, sable dogs have red, chocolate or orange undercoats.
Copper- They are often termed "red" Copper or Chocolate Copper.
Coat DescriptionPatterns very from Agouti, (a very rare coloring which often has a brindle look to it.) to Piebald ( white with irregular patches of any color). The traditional colored pattern of the Siberian Husky is called the Irish Coat pattern. 

Have you heard that "time changes everything" This can certainly be said about the Siberians coat, as puppies Sibes usually have beautiful colored masks but the effects of time change the mask pattern and with some the mask completely disapears, leaving a open white face. 

TrueTemperament

The temperament of a Siberian Husky is cautious and alert - you have to be worthy of their attention. They are not overly suspicious of strangers or aggressive with other dogs.

He is a quick and athletic dog with a moderately compact build and a smooth, effortless gait. This intelligent breed is friendly and gentle and usually bonds more deeply with one person in the family. The Siberian is an independent thinker and can be a bit stubborn at a time. Still, if properly trained then he makes a great companion for the whole family and has a natural affinity for children. Some measure of reserve and dignity may be expected in the mature dog. His intelligence, tractability, and eager disposition make him an agreeable companion and willing worker. The Siberian Husky is not a protective nor possessive dog, it will often share it's treasures and treats with friends. 
Although he is often affectionate to his entire family, the Siberian is really a one-man dog. With the fact that he is not naturally suspicious towards strangers, this breed does not make a very good watch dog. The free spirit of the Siberian Husky gives him a very real wolf like feel he digs, he hunts and he must run! He is by nature meticulously clean and can often remind of a cats temperament.

One very positive trait of the husky is that it is a quiet dog, he seldom barks. Still many are very talkative and will howl with soft "boo" to tell you that he is happy to see you or is glad for other reasons. He will often show his affection towards the ones that have earned it, lay his head in your lap or give a kiss when he walks by. The Siberian Husky is a grateful and thankful breed.

Health Problems
Common health issues are, eye problems and hip dysplasia ( From January 1994 through December 1998, a total of 12,087 Siberian Huskies have been evaluated by OFA for hip dysplasia. Out of this total, 30.5% of the dogs have received "excellent" hip ratings, and only 2.2% have been dysplastic.)

Grooming: The Siberian Husky is a comparatively easy dog to care for. He is by nature fastidiously clean and is typically free from body odor and parasites. Siberians clean themselves like cats. In fact, a Siberian that becomes soiled with mud will clean himself up. Therefore, bathing requirements are minimal. In fact, most owners bathe their dogs once per year or less. 

Twice a year, Siberians blow their undercoats, that is, they shed their undercoats completely. It is a very intense shedding period that can last three weeks or more from start to finish. The good news is that this only happens twice a year. The remainder of the time, Siberians are relatively shed free. The bad news is that the shedding period can be rather messy. The hair comes out in large and small clumps. It should be noted, however, that this shedding schedule is climate dependent. Some owners that live in very warm climates, ones that lack clearly defined seasonal changes, report some shedding year round in the breed. 

Other than during coat-blowing season, the Siberian needs very little grooming. No trimming or shaving of hair is required or recommended. Just occasional brushing to remove dead hair and keep the coat fresh and shiny is required. Their nails should be checked and clipped periodically, and their feet should be checked regularly to ensure good health, particularly in actively working dogs.TrainingThe Siberian Husky breed is highly intellectual and can be trained to do almost anything as seen in movies where these dogs are used. With patiance and good training you will have the ultimate life partner.

It is a challenge though, They are extremely intelligent, energetic and stubborn. One must expect the unexpected. Since the dog is pack-oriented, it is important to establish yourself as the head of the pack, or alpha very early. It is very important to understand the distinction between establishing yourself as alpha and bullying the dog into submission - It is NOT the same thing! The former is simply a communication that the dog needs and expects, while the latter is very negative and detrimental to the dog's well-being. By establishing yourself as the leader of the pack early, your dog will learn to respect you and look to you for guidance and will know where the boundaries for acceptable behavior lie. Obedience training this breed can be very interesting and extremely challenging. Many owners will complain that their dogs act perfectly in class, but will not obey at home. This breed is intelligent enough to differentiate situations very well, and will apply different rules of behavior for different situations. You must stay on top of the dog and maintain control, which is easier to do while the dog is of manageable size than with a stubborn, energetic adult that has been allowed to get away with undesirable behavior for a long time. The Siberian Husky is recommended to stay on a leash if not in well fenced areas, Thoe there are known cases of well trained Sibes that can be let of the lead at any time, it is still not recommended.

Socialization is one of the necessary requirements to successful dog ownership. This breed thrives in dog and human activities. They need company like they need food and water. Socialization and social activity for these dogs is mandatory to maintain a happy, well balanced and almost well behaved Siberian Husky.ExerciseThis breed is is highly in need of lots of exersize as it is a dog that loves to run. Siberians make great hiking companions. Given a dog backpack, a Siberian can carry food and water.

Mushing is also a very effective way of burning the Siberian Huskys energy. Mushing is the practice of harnessing dogs to a sled for the purpose of recreation or transport. It may also be practiced as a competitive sport. Naturally, mushing is only practiced in areas with significant snowfall, although a form of dryland mushing, called carting, also exists.
This allows the dog to run of his engery and satisfies his working needs as well, giving him both physical and mental stimulation.