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ZeusFamily Newborn
Join date : 2013-03-25 Location : Binghamton, New York
| Subject: Recently added a new family member - a few questions. Mon Mar 25, 2013 10:30 pm | |
| Hello, first a little about myself - and my family. My name is Chris. I am 22 years old, I have a very steady job where I am currently on track for advancement. I have owned 2 dogs in the past - one a child hood friend, and another was an older small mix breed dog that I inherited when a family friend passed away. My first dog unfortunately passed away due to cancer when I was 14, and my second dog passed away after a long and loving life (I only had him for 8 months after his original owner passed away, the dog was 15 years old when it passed). Needless to say, I still don't believe I have a whole lot of experience with training dogs, despite being around them my whole life.
I have a two year old daughter, and a wonderful girlfriend. We recently wished to add a new family member when we came across an older couple with Husky pups. Not only are huskies extremely cute, but we were also aware that with the right training they are the most loyal dogs you could come across. So, to shorten this up, we ended up bringing home a 7 week old Husky pup - I was hesitant on bringing him home so early because I know they really should stay with their mother and litter until 8 weeks of age. However, what's done is done and quite frankly, I am happy that I was able to get the puppy out of where he was - in other words, I wasn't impressed with the conditions. We named our puppy Zeus.
I've been on these forums about 2 weeks now, just joined though tonight. A few things that you folks may be able to help me with on here though that I couldn't really find - and I've done so much reading online the past few days.
I've come to notice that Zeus is more often interested in just being left alone. He likes going under the bed, or into a corner and just going to sleep. The sleep part I am totally aware is normal, but is it normal for Husky pups to want to be off on their own instead of sticking right to your side? I'm just worried that he isn't fond of us in general. If this is something normal, is there any way of knowing when he will show his true personality?
Zeus also had some mild aggression with the food dish. I actually found a great thread on here about how to fix this by making him earn his food as opposed to just giving it to him. Been doing this for two days, so far, there has been a LOT of improvement.
One thing I've been having trouble with is the leash. He hates the leash. How long is a normal time frame for the puppy to get used to the leash? He's been on it every time he goes outside for 5 days now. He doesn't like it at all. He fusses and tries to bite at it. Or he pulls on the leash and basically tries to choke himself with the collar. He squeals loud when that happens and it makes us feel pretty terrible. I don't want to hurt the little guy, but at the same time, I know I can't let him get his way when he does that. Any suggestions? |
| | | KibaHope Teenager
Join date : 2012-11-05
| Subject: Re: Recently added a new family member - a few questions. Mon Mar 25, 2013 11:36 pm | |
| I think some huskies are just more aloof and independent. My friends female really doesn't seek out attention much at all but is a wonderful dog. She just doesn't fawn over people the ay a golden retreiver might and I don't think it's abnormal for huskies. On the flip side there are plenty that love attention too. Sounds like yours is just a bit more independent right now. Also I'd focus on positive reinforcement with the leash. Just letting him get used to it while having play time and giving treats. Maybe try redirecting puppy's attention when he bites at it by making noises or trading the leash for a toy he can chew on. Five days isn't abnormal. IDE give it some more time |
| | | counter Teenager
Join date : 2013-03-24
| Subject: Re: Recently added a new family member - a few questions. Mon Mar 25, 2013 11:43 pm | |
| If the dog is choking itself with the leash/collar combo, maybe try a harness that connects to the leash at the chest instead of the throat. Granted, each harness might only last a few months as he grows, but you gotta do what you gotta do sometimes. |
| | | Sheba&Kennedy Senior
Join date : 2012-08-13 Location : Nebraska
| Subject: Re: Recently added a new family member - a few questions. Tue Mar 26, 2013 3:06 am | |
| Huskies, in general, are not really "loyal" dogs.. They are loyal to anyone and everyone, but not normally one specific person. Huskies love all people..doesn't matter who you are. They are not a "one man" dog if that is the kind of loyal you are going for. They are intelligent and normally like to do their own thing, not follow their owner around day and night. Some huskies are like that, but as a general thing.....no not really. Lots of owners have felt at one time or another that their puppies don't like them (me included), but it's just what they do. They will go off and do their own thing, come in and check on you and maybe give you a kiss, and then go off and do their own thing again. It's just what they do! . Don't worry about it. Have you started leash training at all? Or have you just been taking him out?? I suggest getting him a cheap harness until you have him trained to not pull himself silly on the leash. Google is your BEST friend. While this site is an AMAZING resource for any and all things Siberian, make sure you do lots of other research. Books, magazines, other internet sources.. Siberians are a breed like no other, and it is helpful to feel like you aren't in over your head all the time. . |
| | | ZeusFamily Newborn
Join date : 2013-03-25 Location : Binghamton, New York
| Subject: Re: Recently added a new family member - a few questions. Tue Mar 26, 2013 7:19 pm | |
| I may very well consider getting a harness. I just hate that he chokes himself up like that. He's such a loveable dog though, other than the nipping which is normal, my daughterand girlfriend love him! |
| | | ZeusFamily Newborn
Join date : 2013-03-25 Location : Binghamton, New York
| Subject: Re: Recently added a new family member - a few questions. Fri Mar 29, 2013 3:19 pm | |
| I can't believe how quickly he has already improved. He's starting to come around and warm up to us a lot more in just the matter of two days. I brought him to play with my friends new puppy and he loved it. After that, he's wanted to spend a lot more time around me, my girlfriend and my daughter.
Even walking him on the leash is getting easier, I just stuck to it. I haven't invested to the harness, he still pulls back once in a while, but he's starting to get it now. |
| | | rachm408 Newborn
Join date : 2012-09-13 Location : Colorado
| Subject: Re: Recently added a new family member - a few questions. Sat Mar 30, 2013 2:43 am | |
| Gahh he's so cute! I love the way they look after baths. |
| | | ZeusFamily Newborn
Join date : 2013-03-25 Location : Binghamton, New York
| Subject: Re: Recently added a new family member - a few questions. Sat Mar 30, 2013 9:47 am | |
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