Pros

In this section we would like to take a look at the pros of owning a Siberian husky.

 

1. An honest dog. There body language and voice can be taken at face value.

2. They have no guarding instinct and will greet and kiss an intruder the same as 
any other visitor.

3. They like company.

4. Youthful in outlook, they often reaches 14 years of age, sometimes 16 or more.

5. Robust athletic constitution.

6. Good travelers, new sights and sounds do not upset them.

7. Intelligent and mischievous.

8. Easygoing and forgiving.

9. Clean, little or no doggy smell. Some people allergic to dogs can tolerate 
Siberian Husky fur.

10. Straightforward to groom.

12. Quiet. They do not often bark, but they do howl like a wolf- often just for the 
joy of it. This may be a disadvantage in some neighborhoods.

13. They do not require as much food for their size as many other breeds.

14. Not fussy eaters.

15. Get on well with other well adjusted canines. However they will take up a 
challenge if offered.
 

 

 

Cons

 

In this section I would like to take the time out to look at the cons of owning a Siberian Husky.

 

1. Not a one-man dog. Any human will do. This may be seen as a lack of loyalty.

2. They will not guard your home or property.

3. Strong desire to run. If they get free they will run so far they will be lost, if not 
hit by a car  or shot by a farmer.

4. Cannot be relied on to return to you on command. Husky will decide whether or 
not to return for them self, knowing that you cannot catch them.

5. A very independent dog, although stubborn to train.                                           
                                                             
6. Keen and efficient hunter and killer. Cannot be trusted with non-canine pets or 
livestock of any sort. Please note-huskies have been known to kill cats, that they 
have lived happily with for many years, for no obvious reason.

7. Like any dog-must be exercised to keep him fit and contented, but this must be 
done ON lead. Daily exercise is a MUST for a Siberian Husky.

8. Can be very destructive, especially when young and/or if left alone for a long 
time if not properly contained to an area.

9. Needs company, either human or canine, and is miserable without it. This 
means, you can not just tie a Siberian Husky up outside. It will be horrified.

10. Needs a safely enclosed exercise area. Your garden must be fully fenced and 
secure. Six foot high fencing USUALLY enough. Check neighbors will not object to 
high fences make sure they cannot dig there way out beneath it, and do not leave 
trash can  etc. Near the fence or they  may use it  to get over the top. Keep the 
garden gate locked, otherwise there is a risk that visitors may leave them open.

11. Your garden is unlikely to remain neat and tidy with a Siberian, rampaging 
happily within.

12. They needs correct feeding- breeders will be able to tell you which foods suit 
Siberian husky and which can cause problems.

13. Sheds heavily twice a year. The quantity of fur shed can surprise you, 
especially in spring when the winter coat is replaced by a shorter, thinner summer 
coat.

14. You need an understanding and experienced veterinary surgeon. Siberian 
husky are sensitive to some drugs, particularly anesthetics, sedatives and 
tranquilizers. This is due to their relatively low metabolic rate and lack of body fat. 
Also the bulk of their fur can lead vets to overestimate their weight and so 
overdose them. Siberian husky should always be weighed accurately beforehand 
to avoid this.