As the subject reads, I am curious as to how common it is for a Sibe to have a black tipped tail? Does it fall within breed standards, or does it hint at a possible mix?







Can't say I have ever seen one in person, so I just looking for a bit of education.

Thanks!

Siberians have no coat color fault or eye color fault as many other breeds do. Siberians come in any color ranging from black to white with as many if not more variations of possible markings.

This is from the standard for their tail:

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Tail

The well-furred tail of fox-brush shape is set on just below the level of the topline, and is usually carried over the back in a graceful sickle curve when the dog is at attention. When carried up, the tail does not curl to either side of the body, nor does it snap flat against the back. A trailing tail is normal for the dog when in repose. Hair on the tail is of medium length and approximately the same length on top, sides and bottom, giving the appearance of a round brush. Faults: A snapped or tightly curled tail; highly plumed tail; tail set too low or too high.

No fault for color on tail either.
(as a note: Agouti Siberians often have black tipped tails)

I'm going to say, not very common. Most of the ones you see have white tipped tails, but I did see one with a black tipped tail at a dog show once! But yeah, doesn't mean it's a mix! Siberians can be any color! Just not all color patterns like merle.

Whoever's dog that is looks almost exactly like my male. His tail is black all the way to the tip on the top and underneath it's tan all the way t the tip.

TNHuskyMom wrote:

Whoever's dog that is looks almost exactly like my male. His tail is black all the way to the tip on the top and underneath it's tan all the way t the tip.

His name is Fallon and he is up for adoption through MUSHR:
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/23099703