Dog Whispering: Origins Of A Phrase And A Philosophy
By Martin Olliver
What Is Dog Whispering? Dog whispering is more than a matter of talking nicely to your dog.It's about understanding your dog by reading and interpreting its body language. In turn, Read more...
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How To Win The War Against Your Dogs Fleas
By BJones
All dogs pick up fleas, ticks, and chiggers at one time or another, usually during the warm weather months. Even a pampered city pet can pick up a stray flea from a potted plant. Hunting dogs often Read more...
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Show Your Dog Just How Much You Really Love Him
By Jeremiah OConnell
Have you at least one framed photo of your dog somewhere in your house... or perhaps in your wallet? Is your dog pretty darn close to being the very center of your universe? Do you love to spoil him Read more...
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Alaskan Husky - The Facts Every Owner Of This Dog Breed Should Know
By Robert W. Benjamin
The Alaskan Husky is not truly a 'breed' of in the traditional sense. The name is actually a classification for this working and sled dog. There is no written breed standard for Alaskan Huskies and it is not a registered breed or show dog. Alaskan Huskies are the descendants of several dogs: Siberian Husky, Alaskan Malamute, Border Collie, German Shepard and possibly a few others.
Most Alaskan Huskies have brown eyes, but can also have blue or blue-brown combinations. They are about 20 to 24 inches high and average about 35 to 65 pounds, giving them a slim build. Since this is used primarily for work, colors and markings are unimportant in breeding and vary widely from to dog. Alaskan Huskies can be pure black, totally white and everything in between. Tails can be long and curly or barely there. The ears are often times prick ears, but some Alaskan Huskies have ears that droop.
They do not need a lot of maintenance, as their coats tend to be short to mid-length, but do require extra brushing twice a year during shedding season (particularly in the spring when shedding is the heaviest). The coats are wooly and thick (a protective measure when in their native environment) so they are better suited to cooler climates. Living on average about 10 to 15 years, the Alaskan Husky is good with children, but not other household pets as they have a strong hunting instinct and may turn on them. Though playful, loving and generally docile, the Alaskan Husky is not a good indoor pet. They can be difficult to housebreak, and get bored easily, especially if left alone. Alaskan Huskies will become destructive, tearing things or running around in circles. They also need a lot of room to run as they have a lot of energy and need to exercise frequently.
If outside, Alaskan Huskies do need to be watched closely as they will dig under fences in order to hunt or run. They also do not make good watchdogs, as they will greet everyone with friendly barking and have been known to
Buying A Dog Collar
By David Ward
A dog is certainly man’s best friend. This is why you need to take extra care while choosing a dog collar. Today, the market is filled with various varieties of collars for different dogs. It is no Read more...
Mixing Of The Breeds: Is It A Good Idea?
By Steve Allison
They are by no means a new idea. People have been creating their own bettered versions of dogs for many years. There is a sudden increase the newer versions of these so-called designer mutts. Read more...
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