Wednesday, March 11, 2015

Siberian Husky --" Husky"

History: The Siberian Husky has been on Earth for a long period of time; among the Siberian Husky there are two other dogs in which it shares the same decedent. Their common decedent has not been named; however, in 2014 DNA analysis confirmed there shared decedent is the oldest breed of dogs. Siberian Huskies are originally from the northern hemisphere in the area of Siberia, Canada, Alaska, Greenland and the Baffin Island. With living in the Northern Hemisphere, Huskies were commonly used as sled dogs to get to point A to point B. They were also used as Rescue unit dog during WWII for a more efficient search. Consequently, in 1930 the exportation of the dog from Siberia Halted because they were coming close to being extinct. In that same year, the Siberian Husky was recognized by the American Kennel Club. When they were finally Recognized they were known as the “Arctic Husky”until 1991 when the United Kennel Club changed it to Siberian Husky. Since then the Siberian Husky rose from 16th to the 14th popular breed in 2013.

 Why Huskies Make Great Pets:  If you have a family or want to have a family this is dog to go with to be your little ones companion. They are very good natured with people and even other dogs so you don't have to worry about aggression at all. These dogs love the outdoors and the cold so when your child wants to play they have a personal buddy to be with them on their adventures. What's great about with having the dog playing with all the children is that all the exercise they get will be enough. Even if you don't plan on having children this dog is perfect. They are loyal and very athletic. The bestest aspect about owning a Siberian Husky whether you have a family or not is that, they will live about 12-15 years so you have a lot of time to get to know your companion.

 Health Problems: With owning any dog you will experience some health problems they acquire. Owning a Husky can be tricky knowing whats wrong with them because their health issues are genetic. The Consequences of owning a Husky is that they have a lot of health issues; however, they can be prevented with veterinarian visit, exercise and food content. Huskies are prone to experience seizures, defects of the eye and even Cogenial Laryngeal Paralysis(Nerves and muscles cease to function). They are also prone to Gastric Disease, Bronchitis, Ulcerations and a skin condition called Zinc Responsive Dermatitis. Something uncommon for a Husky to get is Hip dysplasia but it is best to look for symptoms because it is a larger size dog.

 

 



 

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