Husky dogs (normally Siberian huskies, though Alaskan huskies are also available) are popular as pets in the UK. They are large dogs and so they need lots of space and exercise, and they also need plenty of food. Husky dogs are fantastic pets to own, though, because they are very friendly and loving dogs who want nothing more than to be with their best friends (their family). Therefore, despite their rather intimidating size and wolf-like appearance that might normally put a parent off buying or rehoming one, husky dogs make good pets in households where there are children.
Their high energy levels and desire to have fun at any given opportunity make them a good match for playing with energetic, fun-loving children. They have very predictable natures, so you don’t need to worry about whether they might suddenly change their mind about whether they want to play or not (though of course, as with any dog, you should not allow your children to play unsupervised with them). They are not territorial and so are safe for visitors (including friends your children may bring home).
Husky dogs love running around, but this means that you need to be careful not to let them out of your house if you live on a main road unless you have a secure garden. Children are usually not strong enough to contain a husky on a lead, so if you’re walking with the dog on a lead anywhere a capable adult should hold it.
If you see any adverts for husky puppies for sale, think carefully before buying because you’ll want to make sure that they have been bred with care. If they are being sold by professional breeders the husky puppies will be sold with pedigree paperwork and you should be able to meet the parents (or at least the bitch) to check for yourself what sort of temperament she has. The temperament of the parents is usually passed down to the puppies.
If they’re being sold by a casual breeder, or the owner of the bitch that has had an unwanted or unplanned pregnancy there won’t be pedigree paperwork available but you should at least be able to meet the mother.
You might choose to rehome husky puppies or adult huskies from an animal charity or rescue home, since this breed like any other often finds itself in need of a home. Indeed, they are perhaps less likely than other breeds to be rehomed from a shelter because many people want pedigree status with their husky dog, or else they are looking for a smaller breed. If you want a husky dog from a rescue centre you can ask whether your local centre has any and you can put your name down to be contacted if one becomes available for rehoming.
Their high energy levels and desire to have fun at any given opportunity make them a good match for playing with energetic, fun-loving children. They have very predictable natures, so you don’t need to worry about whether they might suddenly change their mind about whether they want to play or not (though of course, as with any dog, you should not allow your children to play unsupervised with them). They are not territorial and so are safe for visitors (including friends your children may bring home).
Husky dogs love running around, but this means that you need to be careful not to let them out of your house if you live on a main road unless you have a secure garden. Children are usually not strong enough to contain a husky on a lead, so if you’re walking with the dog on a lead anywhere a capable adult should hold it.
If you see any adverts for husky puppies for sale, think carefully before buying because you’ll want to make sure that they have been bred with care. If they are being sold by professional breeders the husky puppies will be sold with pedigree paperwork and you should be able to meet the parents (or at least the bitch) to check for yourself what sort of temperament she has. The temperament of the parents is usually passed down to the puppies.
If they’re being sold by a casual breeder, or the owner of the bitch that has had an unwanted or unplanned pregnancy there won’t be pedigree paperwork available but you should at least be able to meet the mother.
You might choose to rehome husky puppies or adult huskies from an animal charity or rescue home, since this breed like any other often finds itself in need of a home. Indeed, they are perhaps less likely than other breeds to be rehomed from a shelter because many people want pedigree status with their husky dog, or else they are looking for a smaller breed. If you want a husky dog from a rescue centre you can ask whether your local centre has any and you can put your name down to be contacted if one becomes available for rehoming.
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