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Running with a Husky
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2Criminals:
Hey Guys
lins_saving_grace:
Long walks are great. It gets all that energy out of both dog and person.
Tell you SIL to talk to her vet about the jogging. I get so mad when I see people jogging with their large breeds. i was told it's not good on their joints. I've seen people jogging with GSD's, Labs, etc. and I can just see a train wreck waiting to happen. Vets have told me a few times that it's just not a good idea.
But please check with the vet on that.
ZooCrew:
Since huskies were bred to basically jog at a quick clip, personally I think they should be able to start building endurance by 6 mo old or so. if i remember correctly, Keiko was pretty much full grown by then anyway, just hadn't built up any muscle yet.
Of course I would not recommend putting them behind a sled at that age but jogging should be fine. Huskies are a lighter breed that were bred for just that. I would however have her hips checked previous to make sure they won't be a problem.
For a young puppy, short walks are best. At least until they are properly leash trained. And she should start right away b/c as you know huskies have a propensity for pulling. I figure a couple of blocks at a time should be good until she gets what walks are all about.
By 4 months old, I was taking Keiko on mile long walks or longer......al though not every day. By the time she's 6 mo old she should be able to handle several miles at a time provided her endurance has been increased.
I can't wait to see some pix. I love husky puppies and all their fluffiness!
Newly Newfed:
What a pretty little Husky! I want her!! Huskies hold a special place in my heart, too, since I had so many during my childhood.
I feel a little guilty that I switched my first place love to Newfies... As much as I love Huskies, it's all Newf, all the time for me now.
Tell you SIL we are very jealous of her!!!
kathryn:
Love the husky pup and I also love the new avatar! Who is the 3rd brindle and how did you get them to lay together and look so cute?
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