In January 1995, my class walked over to the animal shelter to see the Siberian husky that one of the students was going to adopt. But when we went down the aisle looking at the dogs, my eyes locked on the adult dog in the pen beside the Siberian husky. He was an Australian shepherd ...
Considering a dog for your young family? Here is a list of the 5 best dogs for active families. 1. Siberian Husky – The Siberian husky is often overlooked, but it can make for a wonderful addition to any family. They are wonderful with small children and love to play. Not nearly as large as ...
When I was a teenager, I desperately wanted to own pet wolf– and not just one, but a whole pack of howling, hunting canines who I could call my own. As I matured, though, I realized that owning a pet wolf simply isn’t a humane or realistic decision. As the ASPCA notes, it is arguably ...
Doggie daycares are popping up all over the country, and many pet parents are wondering if doggie daycare is a good choice for them. If you are contemplating sending your furry friend to daycare with his or her peers, weigh the benefits before you make a decision. Socialization One of the most important benefits of ...
It has probably happened to all of us at one time or another. Something catches your eye and you immediately think you want one. It could be a car, a house or even just furniture. Generally, before we run right out and buy these items, we stop to think about how practical it will be. ...
Our lives were transformed five years ago when, for Father’s Day, I decided to buy my husband a puppy. Even though we lived in a townhouse, Mark wanted a big dog. Several people in our neighborhood had big dogs, and a few kept two large dogs in tiny wo-bedroom apartments. Since one day Mark hopes ...
The two dog breeds that most resemble wolves are arguably the Siberian husky and the Alaskan malamute. The Siberian husky is the smaller and faster of the two. It’s also the easier to acquire. There are Siberian husky breeder associations in Europe, Asia and North America. However, although it might seem attractive to have a ...
The Siberian Husky is a beautiful dog with some truly awesome talents. They are one of the smartest, strongest, and most determined breeds there are. However, if not properly managed these traits can also make them one of the most destructive breeds. As the owner of six Siberian Huskies, I’ve learned all the chaos they ...
I have owned Siberian Huskies for over 20 years and have bred them for 17. When I went to a show breeder to purchase a Siberian, my favorite breed of dog, I was asked a series of questions that the breeder used to see if I was a good candidate for ownership of this breed. ...
I love watching my dogs when we’re outside. They are always on alert, listening to sounds or sniffing scents floating in the air. It makes me think about how far today’s dogs have come from their ancestor, the wolf. Since domesticating dogs centuries ago, we have been selectively breeding for temperament, characteristics, coat, size, and ...