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| German Shepherd Husky Mix |
In
recent years the dog breeding trend has led to creating designer dogs by
combining two recognized breeds that have similar size and characteristics.
The German
Shepherd Husky Mix, for instance, is a combination of the Siberian Husky
and the German Shepherd.
When
two breeds are combined, it is not possible to predict if one will be more dominant
in a particular dog. The offspring will most likely exhibit characteristics and
appearance of each breed. Most people hope
that the puppies will inherit the best of both breeds.
The Siberian Husky
The
Siberian Husky is classed as a working dog and as such has a muscular physique and great stamina. These dogs
are well able to perform jobs such as pulling sleds. The Husky has a long coat
with many layers and thrives in colder climates. The top layer of its coat is long
and robust, and the undercoat has the feel of cashmere. These dogs may actually
prefer sleeping outdoors rather than inside by the fireplace. It is a large dog
that stands approximately 21 inches and easily weighs between 35 - 60 lbs. Because
of their high capacity to run long distances, they
need to have plenty of exercise and room to run every day.
The German Shepherd
The
German Shepherd is classed as a herding
dog. This dog also has a thick pelt that helps it thrive in cold temperatures.
The Shepherd dog is loyal, friendly and easy to train. Because of their
strength and intelligence, they are often used in the military and by police
services. They stand about 24 inches tall and weigh between 65 - 90 lbs. The German Shepherd also needs walks every day
for exercise and a large, fenced-in yard.
The German Shepherd with Husky Mix
The two
breeds that create the German Shepherd Husky Mix results in an active,
friendly, devoted dog with the stamina of both breeds.
It enjoys learning and is easy to train thanks to its intelligence.
However,
if it is not adequately trained it may
become bored and begin to destroy property or try to escape.
It is a
challenging dog that needs a purpose and something to do every day that is in
line with its impressive abilities. If an owner takes
the time and effort to give this dog mental stimulation and daily physical
exercise, the result will be a fiercely loyal, obedient and protective
pet.
Appearance and Diet
The
German Shepherd with Husky mix usually has a thick coat of gray or brown.
Although it has a gentle character, the muscular build makes this dog an
intimidating presence.
When
the season changes, the thick coats tend to shed, and they need daily brushing. The best option to take care of their
lovely coats is a regular visit to the pet groomer for conditioning and
de-shedding.
The
best diet for them is premium dog food for high energy dogs. They can have
vegetables, fruit and peanut butter as an occasional treat. Never feed them grapes, raisins, garlic, onions or
chocolate as these foods are poisonous to all dogs.
Personality and Activity
This
mix is a vocal dog and tends to howl at times but does not tend to bark
excessively. They are devoted, spirited and independent dogs. They need an
owner who will spend time with them and who can handle very active dogs.
They
love to join their owners on outings such as biking, swimming, hiking, and sports. When training, never hit or scold a
puppy for an accident or not understanding a command.
These
dogs try very hard to please an owner. Treating German Shepherd with Husky mix,
or any dog with kindness and respect will result in a beautiful, loving companion for its whole life.
The German Shepherd Handbook
Empower yourself to be able to train your pup
Check it out here
The German Shepherd Handbook
Empower yourself to be able to train your pup
Check it out here
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