Siberian Husky
Breed Profile
The Siberian Husky , Samoyed, and Alaskan Malamute are all breeds which descended directly from the original sled dog. The Husky was used by the Chukchi tribe of Siberia for pulling sleds, herding reindeer, and as watchdogs. These dogs were created for the far north. With their inherent pack mentality, coupled with strength, stamina, endurance for brutal work in frigid temperatures, they served an important purpose.
Temperament
The Husky is even-tempered, keen to work, and is known to be friendly. This dog should not be used for guarding. Although it doesn’t bark much it will howl, and when bored out of its wits, its whining will be a nuisance to the neighbourhood. Siberian Huskies are pack dogs, and they expect the owner to be the leader of the pack.
Color & Coat
Coat: The Siberian Husky thickly furred double coat is thicker than most other dog breeds, consisting of two layers: a dense undercoat and a longer topcoat of short, straight guard hairs. It confers protection to the breed against severe Arctic winters.
Color: The most common coats are black and white, then less common copper-red and white, grey and white, pure white, and the rare “agouti” coat, though many individuals have blondish or piebald spotting.
Health
Health issues in the breed are primarily genetic, such as seizures and defects of the eye (juvenile cataracts, corneal dystrophy, canine glaucoma and progressive retinal atrophy) and congenital laryngeal paralysis. Hip dysplasia is not common in this breed.