Spitz · Siberia
Siberian Husky
Beautiful, friendly and built to run all day. A Husky rarely does what you want just because you asked.
- They usually live
- 12–15 years
- Roughly, per year
- €1200–2000
What people love about them
- Sociable with people and dogs
- Made for cold weather and long distances
- Rarely barks
- Clean, with little doggy smell
A few things worth thinking about
- Escapes gardens and doesn't come back
- Recall is a lifelong project
- Blows coat twice a year, everywhere
- Suffers in warm climates
What they're like
Size
Energy
Exercise needs
Mental stimulation
Trainability
Sociability
Affection
Independence
Good with children
Good with other dogs
Apartment suitability
Tolerance of being alone
Shedding
Grooming
Barking
First-time owner suitability
Some breeds shed less than others, which people with allergies sometimes find easier to live with. But no dog is completely allergy-free, and reactions vary from person to person.