West Siberian Laika, Husky history, breed information, description, personality and, common diseases.

West Siberian Laika, Husky

history

West Siberian huskies are the most numerous of the 4 species of barks that exist today. The other three are:

West Siberian huskies are considered native dogs, long living in the northern regions of Russia, mainly in Siberia. They lived and roamed with the peoples of the north thousands of years ago, moreover, even today many tribes still keep these dogs as universal companions.

Although, Western Siberian huskies and are used as sled dogs, however, in its original form it is universal human assistants, performing a variety of functions. It is believed that these breeds are very close to their ancestors — wolves. Despite the fact that we mention four varieties of barks, in fact, these varieties were much more.

When in the early 20th century the tide of commodity farming, the development of the northern regions, industrialization, began to displace nomadic tribes, and reduce the population of barks, breeders began to seriously worry about the preservation of these beautiful animals. After the Second World War, it was decided to divide all existing varieties into four main ones, with the aim of further targeted breeding in nurseries. Thus, a variety of individuals were selected and transported to large dog farms in the country.

Characteristics of the breed

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Breed information

description

These are large dogs, with a muscular, athletic physique. The outlines of the body are almost square, the muzzle is a little elongated, the ears are standing. The limbs are of medium length, the tail is draped over top and twisted into the ring. There are three most common colors: gray, white, pale red.

personality

Since the West Siberian husky is an aboriginal breed that has been growing for thousands of years in almost half-wild conditions, with people who also led a fairly primitive lifestyle, even today these dogs retain many primitive features.

First, it is hunting instincts, which are and do not go anywhere even if the dog lives in the house. Of course, they will not be expressed so much, but on the street, your pet will definitely try to catch a squirrel, a bird, and all yard cats for him will be prey. Although he can be taught to live under the same roof as the cat, they will make friends and behave decently.

Aggressive attitude towards strangers is not peculiar, only if the dog does not live in a private house and does not realize its watchdog functions. If you have a private house, and the dog is often in the yard, performing the role of a watchdog, on strangers it will bark, it is undeniable. However, the dog also always looks at the owner’s attitude and changes its behavior accordingly.

These are very intelligent animals, to say the least. They understand a person perfectly well, recognize his emotional state, and understand the relationship between people, well perceive speech. It is extremely difficult to endure a long separation from their family and owner, and for a very long time get used to the new family. They are extremely affectionate, kind, and devoted to their people.

They have strong territorial instincts, and if other animals infiltrate the territory of huskies, war can not be avoided, with all the ensuing consequences. Especially if it’s a dog of the same sex. Children are well received, but the child should be taught the correct treatment of the pet. They know how to distinguish between pets and wild animals. If you want to keep another dog with a husky, you need to raise them together from an early age, as a mature husky on their territory another dog will not allow it.

If you suppress the animal, forcing it to accept another dog, it will be perceived as humiliation and personal insult. From such character will simply break. Only the likes grown together can organize a pack. Also consider that the West Siberian husky has a high level of energy, needs walks, training, mental stimulation, and games that simulate hunting. This is in the case if you are by nature not a hunter, and the dog is deprived of such activity in the natural environment.

Also, The West Siberian husky can make digs under the fence, poorly perceive darkness and cramped spaces (requires training and addiction), and sometimes can nibble a hole in the fence just to go for a walk. Including — and the nearest trash can, paradoxically. By the way, some northern peoples, such as Mansi, allow their huskies from time to time to go to the forest, so to speak, on their own business.

Common diseases

These are very healthy dogs and rarely get sick.

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