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amyann · 12-26-2005, 04:11 PM

Well, you can keep one in the bathroom and the other in the kitchen or living room or a puppy playpan when you can't keep an eye on them.

lilbumbleybees · 12-26-2005, 04:16 PM

I've noticed a lot of people leaving feedback with how they're known for attacking things. Did you know the NUMBER ONE DOG liable to bite someone is a COCKER SPANIEL? That just goes to show, just b/c they're small and cute means nothing. My point is, research the breeder he's planning to get one from, the line of dog, how their personalities are. I've met huskies who are love bugs in my groom shop, and I have ONE who we have to muzzle. It's all about the dog itself and the upbringing, not it's breed.

yorkieusa · 12-26-2005, 04:16 PM

An apartment really isn't fair to a dog that size.

This article speaks to the reality of a husky in an apartment:

Siberian Huskies do have their short falls.
Like shedding (or blowing their coat) twice a year,
so you need to have a love for hair and fuzz or a really good vacuum cleaner....
Siberians also need room to exercise, so a one room apartment is out.
Companionship; Siberians need it! If you leave to go to work for 8 hours and there is no one else at home, there maybe no home left when you get back! Everything you own maybe in little pieces when you return. So it is wise to have a kennel at home where they can exercise and do their thing or just have someone around them.
They do like to dig! Well, at least some of them do. So if your backyard happens to be their kennel too, be ready to replant everything.
The Siberian Husky is a known escape artist and are extremely proficient at getting out! You may end up cementing under fences, or wiring above fences. If there is a way out, THEY WILL FIND IT!
Cats and Siberians, if raised together, will generally get along, as long as the cat never crosses the Siberian, like trying to eat out of the Siberians empty food dish, may cause the cat to become deceased. A stray cat crossing the Siberian's territory, or even close, is toast!
Mice, gerbils, hamsters, and alike are simply food to a Siberian, so don't even think about it.
Running: Siberians LOVE TO RUN!!! If you open your front door and have no fence or leash on the Siberian the chances are good that the Siberian may become the following: roadkill (he ran across the road so fast that I...), shot (your dog was eating my chickens....) so don't let them run unless in a enclosed area!!
There are more considerations to be made if you or even your neighbor have other pets, or animals and how much time you spend on training and raising the Siberian Husky.

http://homesteadsibe.com/rightforme.htm

wendybee · 12-26-2005, 04:18 PM

But huskies do have a high prey instinct and can be very rough.

the man my husband does a lot of work for has a huskey his lovely, but he advised me not to bring rosie round as bruce plays rough and may hurt rose.
so id think before you mix the two together it would be a terrible shame if anything happened to the yorkie.

AmandaG · 12-26-2005, 04:25 PM

Hmm, nice info. That isn't too much of a concern for us, and our circumstances though. We will be moving into a pretty spacey three room apartment. The landlord owns a Golden Retriever, and there is a fenced in yard easily accessed through a sliding screen door in the kitchen. Also, my roomie is pretty big on fitness! He is an avid hiker/biker, and would love to have a buddy for the trails!
You definitely meant well with your post, thank you. I am just explaining that the concerns you may have don’t really apply here.

amyann · 12-26-2005, 04:28 PM

Good point!

Siberians do need a lot exercise and they love to run. I don't know how active your roommate are so I can't tell you whether this is going to work for the Huskie. What I can tell you is, it can be done. Remember the friend of mine with two Goldens and a Yorkie? They got their first Golden while they were still living in an apartment. He jog every morning with his Golden and it works out fine. At first, I thought people should not get a Golden in an apartment as they need too much exercise. Now, I am not so sure. I guess your friend would have to think about how he is going to meet a Huskie's needs in exercising.

yorkieusa · 12-26-2005, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by AmandaG

Doors.

Doors are wonderful, but I hope the manager, who you say loves animals is understanding when the husky decides he doesn't like being shut behind a door. He's going to scratch mightily. But I do wish you all of the luck in the world. They are beautiful dogs. I have a friend who has one, but they live out where he can run and isn't shut inside.

cheryl000 · 12-26-2005, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by lilbumbleybees

I've noticed a lot of people leaving feedback with how they're known for attacking things. Did you know the NUMBER ONE DOG liable to bite someone is a COCKER SPANIEL? That just goes to show, just b/c they're small and cute means nothing. My point is, research the breeder he's planning to get one from, the line of dog, how their personalities are. I've met huskies who are love bugs in my groom shop, and I have ONE who we have to muzzle. It's all about the dog itself and the upbringing, not it's breed.

I have heard that brought up before. What you're talking about is biting. Yorkies and alot of other dogs bite too. When it comes to the ability for a dog to kill a human or another dog or from prey instincts then you would talk about a husky, pitbull, or bull dogs. I believe that is moreso is the theme of this thread. you are correct that is about it's raising and what it has been around.

amyann · 12-26-2005, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by AmandaG

Hmm, nice info. That isn't too much of a concern for us, and our circumstances though. We will be moving into a pretty spacey three room apartment. The landlord owns a Golden Retriever, and there is a fenced in yard easily accessed through a sliding screen door in the kitchen. Also, my roomie is pretty big on fitness! He is an avid hiker/biker, and would love to have a buddy for the trails!
You definitely meant well with your post, thank you. I am just explaining that the concerns you may have don’t really apply here.

Guess I was a little late on submitting my last reply. Timing

. I am certain any Huskie would be lucky to have your roomie as his human with all the hiking and biking. There is gonna be a lucky pup.

AmandaG · 12-26-2005, 04:40 PM

I just want to make sure everyone knows that this is NOT a done deal.. AT ALL. We are simply looking into this, and I love everyone's input! My main concern is STILL the interactions between the Yorkie and Husky. I just called my roomie and told him what everyone is saying, and he appreciates all the advice, as well. I know it is hard not to make assumptions about people who you have never met, but I am assuring you that we are not irresponsible young people, and I would not be considering bringing such an active dog into an apartment environment if I wasn't sure that it was something that we could handle, and that would be healthy for the dog.

AmandaG · 12-26-2005, 04:55 PM

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Originally Posted by lilbumbleybees

Did you know the NUMBER ONE DOG liable to bite someone is a COCKER SPANIEL?

Wow, no I didn't. Very interesting.

amyann · 12-26-2005, 04:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AmandaG

I just want to make sure everyone knows that this is NOT a done deal.. AT ALL. We are simply looking into this, and I love everyone's input! My main concern is STILL the interactions between the Yorkie and Husky. I just called my roomie and told him what everyone is saying, and he appreciates all the advice, as well. I know it is hard not to make assumptions about people who you have never met, but I am assuring you that we are not irresponsible young people, and I would not be considering bringing such an active dog into an apartment environment if I wasn't sure that it was something that we could handle, and that would be healthy for the dog.

I know you are still weighting it out. And I think your puppy is very lucky to have you. You wouldn't be searching for information if you are some "irresponsible young people". I also have a feeling that your roommate would have a Huskie at some point in his life. I mean it is his dream dog, isn't it? I know how that feels. And the Huskie he would eventually have is going to have a great life with him. One lucky puppy. After all, you both seem to have your dog’s best interest in mind. So cheer up. I wish you the best.

AmandaG · 12-26-2005, 07:06 PM

Just in case someone reads this thread and wonders if a Husky is the right dog for them, I found this and decided to share.

If you want a dog who...

Is medium-sized and furry, with a wolfish appearance
Is free-spirited and playful
Is athletic and agile and loves the great outdoors, especially in cold weather
Thinks that running full-speed, pulling carts and sleds, and/or carrying a backpack on a mountain hike is his purpose in life
Is usually good-natured with strangers and sociable with other dogs
A Siberian Husky may be right for you.

If you don't want to deal with...

Vigorous exercise requirements
Rowdiness and exuberant jumping, especially when young
Massive destructiveness and howling when bored, left alone too much, or not exercised enough
Strong instincts to chase and grab anything that runs
Escaping from your yard in search of adventure
Strong-willed mind of his own, requiring a confident owner who can take charge
Heavy shedding
A Siberian Husky may not be right for you.

livingdustmops · 12-26-2005, 07:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AmandaG

If you don't want to deal with...

Rowdiness and exuberant jumping, especially when young

Strong instincts to chase and grab anything that runs
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Amanda,

IMO you do not want these two dogs together for the above reasons. A young Husky could jump up and then down on a little Yorkie and break its back and who knows what he thinks a Yorkie is.

Many dogs will breed true to the breed and I don't know what the website is that you got this information off of but I am sure this is more the norm for a Husky than out of the ordinary.

You will just have to decide if you want to take the chance with your little one's life.

AmandaG · 12-26-2005, 07:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by livingdustmops

Many dogs will breed true to the breed and I don't know what the website is that you got this information off of but I am sure this is more the norm for a Husky than out of the ordinary.

I'm trying to understand what you mean... I didn't say these characteristics were listed as out of the ordinary.

12-26-2005, 04:16 PM	#17
lilbumbleybees YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Chattanooga, TN Posts: 1,339	I've noticed a lot of people leaving feedback with how they're known for attacking things. Did you know the NUMBER ONE DOG liable to bite someone is a COCKER SPANIEL? That just goes to show, just b/c they're small and cute means nothing. My point is, research the breeder he's planning to get one from, the line of dog, how their personalities are. I've met huskies who are love bugs in my groom shop, and I have ONE who we have to muzzle. It's all about the dog itself and the upbringing, not it's breed. __________________ Liz Little Lotte , Bouncer, Lilli , Yodi

12-26-2005, 04:16 PM	#18
yorkieusa Crazy about Kacee! Donating Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kansas Posts: 21,173	An apartment really isn't fair to a dog that size. This article speaks to the reality of a husky in an apartment: Siberian Huskies do have their short falls. Like shedding (or blowing their coat) twice a year, so you need to have a love for hair and fuzz or a really good vacuum cleaner.... Siberians also need room to exercise, so a one room apartment is out. Companionship; Siberians need it! If you leave to go to work for 8 hours and there is no one else at home, there maybe no home left when you get back! Everything you own maybe in little pieces when you return. So it is wise to have a kennel at home where they can exercise and do their thing or just have someone around them. They do like to dig! Well, at least some of them do. So if your backyard happens to be their kennel too, be ready to replant everything. The Siberian Husky is a known escape artist and are extremely proficient at getting out! You may end up cementing under fences, or wiring above fences. If there is a way out, THEY WILL FIND IT! Cats and Siberians, if raised together, will generally get along, as long as the cat never crosses the Siberian, like trying to eat out of the Siberians empty food dish, may cause the cat to become deceased. A stray cat crossing the Siberian's territory, or even close, is toast! Mice, gerbils, hamsters, and alike are simply food to a Siberian, so don't even think about it. Running: Siberians LOVE TO RUN!!! If you open your front door and have no fence or leash on the Siberian the chances are good that the Siberian may become the following: roadkill (he ran across the road so fast that I...), shot (your dog was eating my chickens....) so don't let them run unless in a enclosed area!! There are more considerations to be made if you or even your neighbor have other pets, or animals and how much time you spend on training and raising the Siberian Husky. http://homesteadsibe.com/rightforme.htm __________________ Karen Kacee Muffin 1991-2005 Rest in Peace My Little Angel

12-26-2005, 04:25 PM	#20
AmandaG Delilah's Momma Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 1,406	Hmm, nice info. That isn't too much of a concern for us, and our circumstances though. We will be moving into a pretty spacey three room apartment. The landlord owns a Golden Retriever, and there is a fenced in yard easily accessed through a sliding screen door in the kitchen. Also, my roomie is pretty big on fitness! He is an avid hiker/biker, and would love to have a buddy for the trails! You definitely meant well with your post, thank you. I am just explaining that the concerns you may have don’t really apply here. __________________ Delilah loves Boss! Macey 12/18/04-12/05/05

12-26-2005, 04:40 PM	#25
AmandaG Delilah's Momma Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 1,406	I just want to make sure everyone knows that this is NOT a done deal.. AT ALL. We are simply looking into this, and I love everyone's input! My main concern is STILL the interactions between the Yorkie and Husky. I just called my roomie and told him what everyone is saying, and he appreciates all the advice, as well. I know it is hard not to make assumptions about people who you have never met, but I am assuring you that we are not irresponsible young people, and I would not be considering bringing such an active dog into an apartment environment if I wasn't sure that it was something that we could handle, and that would be healthy for the dog. __________________ Delilah loves Boss! Macey 12/18/04-12/05/05

12-26-2005, 07:06 PM	#28
AmandaG Delilah's Momma Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 1,406	Just in case someone reads this thread and wonders if a Husky is the right dog for them, I found this and decided to share. If you want a dog who... Is medium-sized and furry, with a wolfish appearance Is free-spirited and playful Is athletic and agile and loves the great outdoors, especially in cold weather Thinks that running full-speed, pulling carts and sleds, and/or carrying a backpack on a mountain hike is his purpose in life Is usually good-natured with strangers and sociable with other dogs A Siberian Husky may be right for you. If you don't want to deal with... Vigorous exercise requirements Rowdiness and exuberant jumping, especially when young Massive destructiveness and howling when bored, left alone too much, or not exercised enough Strong instincts to chase and grab anything that runs Escaping from your yard in search of adventure Strong-willed mind of his own, requiring a confident owner who can take charge Heavy shedding A Siberian Husky may not be right for you. __________________ Delilah loves Boss! Macey 12/18/04-12/05/05 Last edited by AmandaG; 12-26-2005 at 07:11 PM.

12-26-2005, 04:11 PM	#16
amyann YT Addict Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: CO Posts: 272	Well, you can keep one in the bathroom and the other in the kitchen or living room or a puppy playpan when you can't keep an eye on them.

12-26-2005, 04:18 PM	#19
wendybee BANNED! Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 966	But huskies do have a high prey instinct and can be very rough. the man my husband does a lot of work for has a huskey his lovely, but he advised me not to bring rosie round as bruce plays rough and may hurt rose. so id think before you mix the two together it would be a terrible shame if anything happened to the yorkie.

12-26-2005, 04:28 PM	#21
amyann YT Addict Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: CO Posts: 272	Good point! Siberians do need a lot exercise and they love to run. I don't know how active your roommate are so I can't tell you whether this is going to work for the Huskie. What I can tell you is, it can be done. Remember the friend of mine with two Goldens and a Yorkie? They got their first Golden while they were still living in an apartment. He jog every morning with his Golden and it works out fine. At first, I thought people should not get a Golden in an apartment as they need too much exercise. Now, I am not so sure. I guess your friend would have to think about how he is going to meet a Huskie's needs in exercising.