Information For Siberian Husky Breeders

The Siberian Husky is considered to be one the of the fourteen most ancient dog breeds in the world. This breed, which is part of the larger "Spitz" dog family, has ancestry that dates back five thousand years. These dogs, along with the Alaskan Malamute and Samoyed are directly descended from the Eskimo dog and were used throughout history as sled dogs. Like other members of the Spitz group, Siberian Huskies have physical characteristics adapted to living in a harsh climate. They have two coats of fur a soft, dense undercoat that is waterproof and provides insulation and a longer, coarser topcoat that provides additional production from the elements. Siberian Huskies also have the triangular, erect ears, curled, furry tail and distinctive markings common to the Spitz family.

Siberian Husky breeders follow the breed standard set by the American Kennel Club. Siberian Huskies used for competition must meet these criteria. Some of the required characteristics include brown or blue eyes (or one of each color), distinctive facial markings including masks or spectacle patterns not seen in other breeds, and a well-furred tail carried in a "sickle" curve over the back when alert and trailing when at rest.
The behavioral traits common to Siberian Huskies can be problematic for the wrong owner. Like wolves, Siberian Huskies howl. This excessive howling can come as a surprise to an unsuspecting owner. Huskies are independent, stubborn, energetic, pack animals that require specific care and training to maintain their happiness and health. Siberian Husky breeders will not sell puppies to owners who are not educated about the breed. This is because there are a disproportionate number of huskies sitting in shelters and rescue centers because their uneducated owners wanted a beautiful dog but failed to research the behavioral characteristics of the breed. Siberian Huskies are considered one of the top elevem dogs that increase homeowner's insurance due to their tendency to escape and run. Other "bad" dogs on this list include Rottweilers and Pit Bulls.

Siberian Huskies, like wolves, have a pack mentality and are unhappy and bored without constant interaction with either humans or other dogs. They require adequate room to run and will become destructive if tied up or cooped up in a pen. They have a lot of fur and, thus, a lot of fur to shed. Potential owners must know how to care for their husky before buying.
Siberian Husky breeders will not sell purebred huskies to just anyone. In fact, breeders may have more questions for potential buyers than buyers have for the breeders. Because of the high incidence of abandonment of this breed, breeders will want to ensure potential owners are a good match for a Siberian Husky.

To find reputable Siberian Husky breeders, it is important to make sure they live in a cool climate as huskies are made for cold weather and can suffer heatstroke in high temperatures. Other traits to look for in a good breeder include the following: the breeder maintains their own kennels, their huskies have received appropriate medical screening and immunizations, the breeder does not breed huskies with known medical conditions or behavioral problems, they do not sell to pet stores or pet brokers, the kennels are clean and meet huskies' training and social needs, they are experts on the breed and affiliated with purebred rescue centers, they have good references such as the AKC (American Kennel Club), they interview buyers to ensure they are a good match and they are willing and able to provide Siberian Husky information.


Andrew Preston is a dog owner and researcher of dog breeds and breeders such as Siberian Husky breeders. Siberian Husky breeders only sell these beautiful, hard-working dogs to appropriate owners educated about the breed. This article provides general Siberian Husky information and information about locating reputable Siberian Husky breeders.