HUSKY FACTS
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ENDLESS ENERGY
Bred as sled dogs, Huskies aren't the kind of pet that'll be happy snoozing all day on the couch. They have energy to burn, and if they're not given the right outlet, they'll find their own way to get the vigorous exercise and stimulation they need.
A bored Husky with pent-up energy will turn to destructive and troublesome behaviors. If you want to own a high-energy dog, you'll need to commit to daily walks, runs, and social outings. Leaving them to entertain themselves in the yard won't cut it. If you think about it though, the Husky breed may make you into a more active person, benefitting everyone involved.
SKILL LIKE HOUDINI
High-energy paired with an impressive intellect means Huskies are skilled escape artists. They have a natural instinct to roam and explore, and an average fence won't be enough to stop them.
An athletic and determined Husky can easily leap over a six-foot fence, and if they can't go over, they'll look for other ways of escape. Your fenced yard will likely need to be reinforced if you plan on keeping a Husky confined while unsupervised. Many Huskies end up getting lost and hit by cars because they refuse to stay behind even a high fence.
FUR
Nearly all dog owners have to deal with shedding, but Huskies take it to another level. They're built for cold climates, and they have both an undercoat and topcoat. Huskies usually "blow" their coats in the spring and fall. This means the undercoat sheds excessively as the new topcoat grows in. It lasts for about three weeks, and the result is enough dog hair on the floor, furniture, your clothes, and mixed in with your food to make it look like you own an entire sled team.
If you don't want to drown in a fluffy mountain of your dog's fur, you'll need to commit to daily grooming and vacuuming.
