Siberian Husky

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Siberian Husky

Origin of Breed

Siberia (Russia)

Breed Nick Names

Husky Siberian

[edit] Introduction

The Siberian Husky is a Spitz Type Dog which belongs in the Working Dog Group with other similar dogs such as the Alaskan Malamute and the Canadian Eskimo Dog.

[edit] Origin and History

The Siberian Husky is a medium sized dog which origins date back many thousands of years and is considered one of the oldest breeds of dog ever, and of the Chukchi tribes of the east-Siberian peninsula. There is also evidence, however, that Siberian dogs were also imported from the Koryak and Kamchadal tribes.

[edit] Appearance

The Appearance of the Siberian Husky is striking, and that of a wolf having a dramatic resemblance to its ancestor in particular the Grey or now known Timber wolf. This resemblance however, is only that a resemblance and it is considered no closer related to the wolf than any other breed. In fact it has been suggested that the Border Collie is genetically closer than the Siberian Husky.

The Height of the Siberian Husky as measured from the withers for Breed standard is

Male Height: 21 to 23.5 inches (53.5 to 60 cm) Weight: 45 to 60 lb (20.5 to 28 kg) Female Height: 20 to 22 in. (50.5 to 56 cm) Weight: 35 to 50 lb (15.5 to 23 kg)

[edit] Temperament

Friendly and curious, though some reservation expected in older dog. Stubborn and strong willed, Siberian huskies require a strong willed handler. Does not possess guard dog traits.

[edit] Health

Breeding dogs/bitches should be hip scored and eye tested

[edit] External Links

http://www.husky-owners.com

http://www.huskywelfare.org.uk

http://www.siberianhuskyclub.com

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