Discover how to raise, train, and enjoy your Siberian Husky with this fantastic resource
The Second Edition of Siberian Huskies For Dummies offers the most up-to-date information about welcoming a Siberian Husky into your home and loving your new family member. Author and Husky owner Diane Morgan walks you through how to care for these beautiful, curious, and engaging dogs, as she:
* Suggests ideal methods for adopting and selecting a Husky right for you
* Examines ways to socialize your new Husky
* Shares details about Siberian Husky grooming and veterinary care
* Provides additional information about behavior correction and training
Siberian Huskies For Dummies is packed full of practical tips about how to raise and have fun with your young or old Siberian Husky. The author shares her advice in plain English for people looking for accessible and approachable information.
Perfect for new and experienced husky owners, Siberian Huskies For Dummies also belongs on the bookshelves of anyone who's ever considered adopting one of these magnificent animals.
Autorentext
Diane Morgan is a Master Instructor of English, Communication, and Modern Languages at Indian River State College in Florida. She's also a writer and longtime owner of many breeds of dog. The Siberian Huskywith its fascinating beauty, personality, and historyis one of her absolute favorites.
Klappentext
- Enjoy activities with your Husky
- Keep your Husky happy and healthy
- Welcome a Husky into your home
Get up and running with your Siberian Husky!
Is a Siberian Husky right for you and your family? The updated edition of this straightforward and friendly guide answers this and all your other questions about getting, caring for, and living with this beautiful, sociable, and ancient breed. Siberian Husky devotee Diane Morgan provides insights into the Husky's intelligent and easy-going temperament, along with fun facts, instructive and amusing anecdotes, and easy-to-follow tips on how to make sure your new pal is happy, healthy, and having lots of fun!
- Decide whether to adopt or buy
- Communicate with your Husky
- Groom your Siberian
- Feed and exercise your dog
- Recognize common health issues
- Break bad habits
Inhalt
Introduction 1
About This Book 1
Foolish Assumptions 2
Icons Used in This Book 2
Where to Go from Here 3
Part 1: Getting to Know Your Siberian Husky 5
Chapter 1: The Lowdown on Siberian Huskies, Just the Basics 7
Knowing What to Look for: A Husky's Breed Standard 7
Understanding Why Huskies Make Great Pets 10
Picking a Husky: Where to Go and Where to Avoid 11
Introducing Your Husky to His New Home 12
Ensuring you have the right supplies 13
Listening to your Husky 13
Helping your Husky make new friends 14
Incorporating some discipline and training 15
Keeping an eye open for behavior issues 16
Caring for Your Husky 17
Making sure your Husky has proper nutrition 17
Giving your Siberian a spa treatment 18
Ensuring your Husky is healthy 18
Noting any changes in your Husky's health 19
Chapter 2: Recognizing What a Siberian Husky Is (and Isn't) 23
Examining the Siberian Husky Breed Standard 23
Size 24
Body 25
Front view 25
Back view 26
Neck 26
Skull 26
Teeth 26
Expression 26
Eyes 26
Ears 28
Feet 28
Tail 28
Coat texture 28
Color 29
Nose 31
Gait 32
Temperament 32
Comparing the Lookalikes and Imposters 32
Alaskan Malamutes 33
Samoyeds 33
Alaskan Huskies 33
Miniature Huskies 34
Alaskan Klee Kai 34
Northern Inuit Dog 34
Wolves and wolf-hybrids 34
Part 2: Looking for Your Soul Mate 37
Chapter 3: Selecting a Siberian Husky 39
Determining Whether a Husky Is Right for You 40
A Husky's heritage 40
Children 41
Financial considerations 42
Your house 42
Climate 43
Time and exercise 43
Legal considerations 44
Commitment 44
Finding Your Dog 44
Your first option: The breeder route 45
Your second option: The shelter/rescue route 50
Avoiding pet stores 51
Choosing the Right Puppy 52
General condition 53
Size 53
Sex 53
Color 54
Eyes 54
Ears 54
Temperament 54
Age 55
Recognizing When Your Husky Puppy Matures 56
Chapter 4: Outfitting Your New Husky 57
Selecting the Right Collars, Leashes, and Harnesses 57
Collars 58
Taking your friend on a walk: A leash 60
Protecting your dog's neck: Harnesses 60
Using ID Tags 61
Choosing Food and Water Dishes 62
Focusing on Grooming Tools 63
Picking a Place for Your Husky to Sleep 64
Finding the Right Crate 65
Understanding when to use a crate 65
Considering your options 66
Getting Chew Toys 67
Considering great toy choices 68
Steering clear of certain toys 68
Considering Pet Doors 69
Considering an Outdoor Kennel 70
Adding a Dog Gate 70
Part 3: Living with a Siberian Husky 71
Chapter 5: Welcoming Home Your Husky 73
Choosing a Veterinary Practice 74
Naming or Renaming Your New Dog 76
Surviving the First Day and Night 76
Feeding your new dog his first meal 77
Helping your dog adapt to his new family 77
Reassuring your dog on his first night 77
Determining Whether Dog Is an Indoor or Outdoor Dog 78
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