thinking of buying a dog.

[Gbb]

ok so now i have a good job and things are alot more stable than last year financially, im thinking of getting a dog. namely a huskey. 2 buddies of mine both have one, one bitch, one mut and i have pick of the litter when they are born...

do any of y'all have one? experience with them, problems etc?

[scrillakeith]

My roomate has a boxer puppy. He's now about 16 weeks old. I love him to death and the girls do too, but there are some things to consider. Having a puppy is a lot like having a little kid.

Are you or someone else going to be home to watch it/train it?
Are you going to have money for vet bills, shots, spaying/neutering, obedience training or puppy kindergarten?
Do you have any experience with puppies or training a dog?

Puppies require a LOT of attention and a lot of people get one without realizing how much time you need to spend with it. A crate is pretty much mandatory if youre not home for long times during the day and it's important to train it to like the crate right away. (trust me it's MUCH harder to do it later if it hates it.) If you do get one make sure to pick up a book specific to training huskies right away, so you don't have to correct mistakes later on and do it right the first time.

Just some things to consider from my own experiences. It can be a great experience or it can end up bad where you realize you dont have the time and patience and end up having to give up your best friend . So just think about those things before you make your decision. Good luck bro.

[Mindfcuk]

From Puppy dog web:
Siberian Husky
The Siberian Husky has a sweet nature and is a breed that is suited for the whole family, but does not make a good guard dog. Gentle in character with a determined look they are very people oriented dogs. Males have a tendency to roam and need to be kept in a fenced in area. If they get out it may be impossible to catch them on foot. A member of the Spitz family, the Siberian Husky is strong and has the ability to haul heavy loads over long distances and rough terrain. Siberian Huskys will happily pull a young child in a wagon or sled.

Other Names: Arctic Husky

Height: 20 - 23.5 inches.
Weight: 35 - 60 lbs.

Colors: All colors; markings on the head are common.
Coat: Medium, well-furred; outer coat straight and smooth against body; undercoat soft and dense.

Temperament: Siberian Huskys are dependable, energetic, friendly.
With Children: Yes
With Pets: Enjoys other dogs, and may do better if there is more than one Husky. Does not get along well with cats or other small animals.
Special Skills: Sled dog

Watch-dog: Medium
Guard-dog: Low

Care and Brush their coat twice a week, paying special attention during shedding. Bathe the Siberian Husky only when necessary. Clip nails regularly. Needs a lot exercise and they should not be exercised hard in warm weather. Daily walks and a large fenced yard will help keep the Siberian Husky in shape and prevent boredom and destructive behavior. Makes a great cross-country skiing partner.
Training: A sled dog at heart they need consistency and patience when training. They will obey if they see the point.
Learning Rate: High, Obedience - Low, Problem Solving - Very High

Activity: Very High
Living Environment: Siberian Huskys have a thick insulated coat and are not suited to live in hot climates. Will do well in a kennel or outside in a fenced yard. An owner of a Siberian Husky will need to spend considerable time exercising them and should not mind a dog who is a playful, challenging, independent breed.

Health Issues: Hip dysplasia and some heritable eye problems.

Life Span: 10 -14 years
Litter Size: 6 - 8

Country of Origin: Russia
History: The Siberian Husky was developed by the Chukchi tribe of northeastern Asia about 3,000 years ago. Used to pull sleds and herd reindeer for this nomadic tribe, it wasn't until the early 1900's when the Siberian Husky was introduced into Alaska where they became renowned for sled racing and search and rescue work.


As for personal experiences they are good dogs and easy to be around. Not really mean, and can be around people with no problems they are very curious. My second dog was a Mutt: husky and labrador retriver. Shed like a mofo, so think about that also. Not as bad as my collie, but enuf to have to vacuum every other day.

Also with muts you have to take into consideration the temprament of the parents, as its a little easier to guage temprament when both parents are pure bred. SO watch the parents, and see if they are obedient, etc.

One dog that I must have is the Cane Corso. I wanted the Fila Mastiff, but they get a tad big, and Its hard enough feeding myself let alone another
200+ beast

[scrillakeith]

Originally Posted by Mindfcuk

One dog that I must have is the Cane Corso. I wanted the Fila Mastiff, but they get a tad big, and Its hard enough feeding myself let alone another
200+ beast

LOL. I hear that bro, I used to have a Great Dane that was bigger than me.

Here's a pic of me @ 196) and him @ 203 (RIP)

[krzna]

whatz up dawgs! ... rottie+dob mix ...

2 yrs old ... 70lbs ... one strong fakka ... when I walk up the hills on a hike i am the proudest m'fker on the planet!

[bjbowden]

Originally Posted by krzna

whatz up dawgs! ... rottie+dob mix ...

2 yrs old ... 70lbs ... one strong fakka ... when I walk up the hills on a hike i am the proudest m'fker on the planet!

which one is the dog? lmao. yeah thats a nice dog man , i have a rhodian ridgeback she is about 135 she like 5 mg dbols i had a husky it did not like ohther animals or small children but that was just that dog so.. you never know its all in how you raise them cesar malon of national geographic is pretty cool if your a boring couch potatoe like me

[Gbb]

thanks for the info fella's. much appreciated.

ive had experience with training dogs etc, but never a huskey. i had 2 labradors growing up and recently my parents bought a weimaraner, she a little tempremental so i helped them out training her.

interms of my living situ, i have a big back, fenced yard so there is no probs there. the only thing that concerns me is work. i work during the day and the dog would be left alone.

like i said my 2 buddies both have pure breeds (the parents of the pupp id get) and they are fine all day while my buddies work. and of course when im home, the dog will pretty much be comng everywhere with me. minus the gym of course.


thanks again fella's

[ajdos]

Just got our third- Boxer/Dobie mix- and she is one big powerful bitch 85 lbs of hyperactivity- I wonder who runs our house- us or them.
I had a malamute huskie when I was a kid- they are great dogs.

[ItalianMuscle]

I have 2 weimaraners..i love em to pieces. My house would be so quiet without them.. Mine dont stay in crates, but i keep them locked in the kitchen with a baby gate when Im not at home.. They are both out of their chewing stages, so things dont get tore up like they used too. Completely housebroken, super easy to train.. I might get a vizala next or another weim from a rescue..

[airagee23]

Originally Posted by scrillakeith

LOL. I hear that bro, I used to have a Great Dane that was bigger than me.

Here's a pic of me @ 196) and him @ 203 (RIP)

I have 2 Danes. One is 4 and the other is 5wks. My 4yr old male weighs 160lbs and my 5wk female weighs 65lbs. I love these dogs.