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RESOURCES - HUSKIES 101

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Click the underlined links below for helpful resources.

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Adoption: OK, you've done your research. You've talked with friends and professionals. You've heard all the horror stories. But you want a Husky anyway....

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Behavior:  The very same qualities that make Siberian Huskies great sled dogs also make them difficult pets....

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The Breed: Before even thinking about adopting a Siberian, you need to research and understand the breed....

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Healthcare:  For issues concerning your pet's health, your first line of defense is your own common sense. As a responsible pet owner, you need to educate yourself in all aspects of your pet's well-being.....

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Leadership:  Huskies are pack animals, always have been, always will be. In the wild the leader of the pack is another dog known as the alpha. In the home, the leader must be a human. Without a strong human leader, a Husky will become confused about his role in the family. And a confused dog means trouble....

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Socialization:  By nature, Huskies are high-energy dogs, and it takes the influence of a calm-assertive leader to produce a calm-receptive follower. Ongoing exposure to pack members, outsiders, and new situations are needed to balance a Husky's disposition....

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Temperament: Sometimes, despite your best efforts, behavior problems persist. Their cause seems inexplicable, and correcting them seems impossible....

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Training:  Training is mostly about teaching your Husky to do things by repetition and positive reinforcement. Obedience Training is strongly recommended as a way of promoting bonding between owner and Husky and helping to ensure your husky's safety.....

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What's the real cost of dog ownership?

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Dealing with ticks - a fact of life in New England

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