General Description: Strong, compact body with a thick coat Height: 51 - 58cm Weight: 16 - 27kg Colour: White under-body and face with remaining coat any colour mix Working group Temperament The Siberian Husky is a friendly, gentle and affectionate breed. They are naturally well-balanced and make an excellent companion. This breed is very devoted and they tend to favour one person, but will love everyone within the family. The Siberian Husky will gladly be friendly to all, including strangers and even intruders. They are too friendly to be of much use as a watchdog, although its wolf-like appearance will help to deter intruders. The breed is highly intelligent, but only seems to respond to firm, patient training, which should be started when puppies. This breed likes to howl and gets bored easily. They do not like to be left alone for long periods of time and can be very destructive. Siberian Huskies make wonderful companions for those who are aware of what to expect from them. The docile Siberian Husky gets along with other dogs and are great with children. Exercise The Siberian Husky will need a reasonable amount of exercise to stimulate both body and mind. Be careful not to over exercise this breed during the summer months. Huskies are surprisingly small eaters and will require less food than you may think. Grooming Regular grooming with a firm brush is sufficient. Bathing is unnecessary because the coat will naturally shed dirt. Health The Siberian Husky is generally a healthy breed, although they can be prone to hip dysplasia and eye trouble. This breed is not suited to life in very hot climates due to the thick woolly coat. Life Expectancy 12 – 15 years History As the name suggests the Siberian Husky originated in Siberia. The Asian Chukchi people of the extreme north eastern part of Siberia once depended on Siberian Huskies to survive. This hardy breed pulled sleds, herded reindeer and guarded property in a challenging, frigid environment. Their amazing stamina captured the attention of passing fur traders, who eventually brought the dogs to other parts of the world. Huskies gained worldwide recognition when they rushed needed medicine to ill Alaskans. They still compete in sled races, but also delight pet owners with alert, gentle and independent spirits. Despite having developed in cold climates, Siberian Huskies adapt well to a variety of living conditions.