 The Siberian Husky is a medium-sized working dog. His moderately compact and well-furred body, erect ears and brush tail suggest his Northern heritage. His characteristic gait is smooth and seemingly effortless.
The hearty dogs pulled sleds and herded reindeer in a challenging, frigid environment of Siberia. Despite having developed in cold climates, Siberian Huskies adapt well to a variety of living conditions.
These dogs are gentle and playful, but willful and mischievous. Adult and child alike are captivated by the Siberian's childlike eagerness, stately beauty, and million dollar smile.
It is recognizable by its thickly-furred double coat, sickle tail, erect triangular ears and distinctive markings. Few breeds are endowed with as much variety of coat and eye color as the Siberian. Match coats with eyes of rich chocolate brown, icy blue, or bewitching bi-color. and you will find every combination a visual delight.
As a rule, the Siberian will not alert his owner when a stranger approaches. The Siberian Husky rarely barks, preferring to whine or moan, and when the mood is right, with head held high. While this sound may be music to the ears of a Siberian lover, neighbors have been known to feel otherwise.
The Siberian Husky is still the most popular breed for modern "mushers" or owners who want to try him with a sled, since the breed happily ignores frigid temperatures and deep snows.
The normal height is height is 20-24 inches and weight is 35-60 pounds.
A little trip down memory lane for many of us!
"On, King! On, you Huskies!" The sonorous voice of Sergeant Preston of the Yukon wafted from radio speakers 50 years ago as the Canadian Mountie and his faithful dog King tracked the bad guys and rescued accident victims in Canada's rugged Yukon Territory.
In the finest Lassie tradition, King did it all -- his strength, intelligence, speed, intuition, and courage saved the day and his master over and over again. Do you remember Sgt Preston? |
