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So as most of you are caught up, we are planning on picking up fluffy butt #2 (tentatively named Logan) in June when he will be about 5.5 months old. I was just wondering what you all found the need to purchase when going from one dog to two. Obviously there is like collar/harness and another leash, but are there things that I wouldn't think of? We still have Bode's kennel which we don't use for him anymore, so won't need to buy a new one of those. Thoughts?

Our new babies…Zeus and Zena   They will be eight weeks on Tuesday.  They are doing pretty awesome with crate and leash training/in and out of home.  They love to go outside and I practically have to drag them back inside, lol.  They are indoor huskies, but not sure they are pleased with that.  They love running around on the pool deck and have even stuck a paw or two in the water already.  Zena is a crazy howler/talker already…has to always tell me all about it.  Zeus seems to enjoy barking more than howling, but will get going with her.  He’s more chill and she’s a bit on the high-strung spectrum…haha!!  I stay at home with them all day, so they are only crated at night and when I need to run out somewhere.  Zeus is a rockstar when it comes to the potty department and has never had an accident inside.  Zena is more of a diva and does not like to wait longer than two whines at the door.  You better have your sprinting shoes on or you’ll be cleaning up after her…though only #1, has always gone #2 outside.  They both want to drink water like they have been walking in the desert for a week.  At six and a half weeks Zeus weighed 9.6 lbs and Zena weighed 7.3.  Zeus’s dad is a big boy, too!!  They go to the vet on the 21st at 8 weeks and I will have them weighed again.  He looks to be twice the size of her, but she can hold her own!!  They half cousins.  Their dads are half brothers…share the same dad and have different moms.  Both of the litters were born on the same day.  It has been neat to look through their pedigree/bloodlines!!  They are eating Canidae Pure for puppies…seem to be doing pretty good on it so far.  Even after researching for more than a year on this breed, nothing can quite prepare you fully!!!  I have seen MANY Husky traits in the short time I have had them home.  They have me laughing one minute and pulling my hair out the next..hahahaa!!!  Can’t wait to watch them grow 

Zeus’s parents.  Mom is on the left and dad is on the right.


Zeus at 1 week.

Zeus at 2 weeks.

Zeus at 3 weeks.

Zeus at 4 weeks.

Zeus at 5 weeks.

Zeus at 6 weeks.

Zeus at 7 weeks.


Zena’s parents.  Dad is on the left and mom is on the right.  


Zena at 1 week.

Zena at 2 weeks.

Zena at 3 weeks.

Zena at 4 weeks.

Zena at 5 weeks.

Zena at 6 weeks.

Zena at 7 weeks.


Zeus and Zena




I thought Zena’s left eye was going to turn brown, but as the time passes, it is a mix of green with a bluish and hazel color.  This isn’t the best pic, will have to try for another with outside natural light as it is gorgeous!!


Look Mom…we know the water is up there!!



Always sleeping buddies!! Had to use one of my old baby gates to keep them away from the 100+ year-old wooden kitchen table!!!

Great..... #1 - my husky walks off leash with me, however I did extensive training with an e-collar, never trust a husky, they will take off if not trained. My neighbor's husky must be leashed, since he wasn't trained in any capacity. So yes you can walk off leash, but I suggest having a professional help in training with an e-collar so you know how to properly use it. I do not know of anyone on this site that will walk off leash without the use of an e-collar(it is somewhat a controversial issue).

#2 - I did not crate train, however I believe that is a must with a young husky, or like myself the rare occasion, I put my girl in our work shop, I doggy proof and leave her treats, and this is after extensive exercising. She is 2 years old. I recommend crate training and use of a crate for young huskies when left alone, for their safety as well as your house. As they age, some do mellow out and can be trusted. I try to emphasize to new people that crates are not a punishment, most huskies need a "den" that is theirs, a quiet place. My neighbors crate their 3 year old husky. This leads to question 3, since you mentioned doggy door. I rarely leave my girl alone, and typically it's a few times a year for 2-3 hours max.

#3 - I do not have a fence at all, if she's out, one of us is out with her. My neighbors do have a 4 or  5 foot fence in their front yard, because he is out their when they are home he has never tried to go over nor tried to dig under. However, they do have an enormous crate/kennel in the back yard for when they go to work, because he is an escape artist, they had to put a roof on top, and cement the bottom, because he would climb over and dig under.

A lot of this is personality, my girl is well exercised, my neighbors is not, he will try and run every chance he gets. Miya wants to be with her people, I'm outside to ensure she will not take off after a small animal, through our e-collar training I do have 95% (please see this, I am saying I am not 100%) confidence she will not take off, especially if I had to warn her. There are some folks here who are successful with an e-fence. My best suggestion is to use the search function and read some threads on the off leash issue, e-collar, and e-fence. Ask as many questions that come to mind. My life is drastically different for having a husky, she is my best friend, and to me the greatest breed and dog ever. They are not the easiest, but if they have a fulfilling life they will give you a fulfilling life.....I'd be happy to answer any other questions.

We have a 7 year old who, other than when he was a sick puppy, has never gone bathroom in the house. Just recently (3 times) he went #2 in one of the guest bedrooms. The 1st time we found it there were two surprises and we did know exactly when it happened. The latest was when he was home alone for about 2 hours. We have a toddler in the house who just started walking about 6 weeks ago and he seems a little jealous of her. My gut is telling me he's being spiteful when we leave with her and don't take him. The only other thing Is that we do live in the NE and the ground is snow covered. I did make him some clear spots, but they are not in his usual areas...
Any input would be helpful.
Thanks

MiyasMomma wrote:

Abby and Megan, for the record I know Cloud belongs to Megan, lol. I just find it awesome, that you two share the love of huskies, and when I think of Abby's pack I instantly put Megan's pack together...With your two pack's you could make an excellent team!!  It's not every day that you see 2 people with the same breed dogs and have so many and, yada yada......what I'm trying to say is that I love the passion that both of you have for the husky. I look up to the both of you, it's hard enough raising one(and I'm hoping for #2 soon, lol), let alone four..I tip my hat to the both of you!!

HuskyLear wrote:

Renee from experience I can say it is great to see the passion in person these two girls are great and live for their packs!!!

Awww! Thanks guys!

Abby and Megan, for the record I know Cloud belongs to Megan, lol. I just find it awesome, that you two share the love of huskies, and when I think of Abby's pack I instantly put Megan's pack together...With your two pack's you could make an excellent team!! It's not every day that you see 2 people with the same breed dogs and have so many and, yada yada......what I'm trying to say is that I love the passion that both of you have for the husky. I look up to the both of you, it's hard enough raising one(and I'm hoping for #2 soon, lol), let alone four..I tip my hat to the both of you!!

Hello, thanks for your question.  Welcome to the forum.

Problem #1: Destruction and tearing stuff up.  

There is a bomb proof, 100% way to prevent this and it is a crate.  Crate your dog and none of this will ever happen, ever.  It is that simple.  If you're dog is in a crate your dog and your house are safe.  Being alone for 6 hours is nothing for an adult dog.  That may be challenging for a puppy, though.

Problem #2: Shedding

There is absolutely nothing you can do about this.  If you get a Husky, dog hair is a way of life, especially late summer and late winter when they blow their entire undercoat all over your house and everything you own.  There is no preventing it or way around it.

Huskies can enjoy swimming in water like any other dog. Mine loves to swim, especially if I am in with him.

A lot of the problem is building respect. I encounter 3 different scenarios in any given day. So here's my    

Scenario #1 - I like having my breakfast at the computer, me sitting on the couch. Miya will automatically lay and stay, no problems, same with my lunch, although at this point thug #2 is involved, my 14 year old Siamese cat, so now there's a problem, because they both think one will get something and the other won't. I get the same respect, lay and stay from both of them and they will get a treat.

Scenario #2 - husband comes home for a quick lunch, likes to surf while eating. He has both thugs on either side of him waiting for a morsel to drop from his lips. Why such a difference? Lack of respect for him, he gives in to them and slides them food. I will not tolerate it, he will to a point. He doesn't understand why? It's because he has given in to them and he is not firm.

Scenario #3 - same as #2 but I'm there, simple nudge(body block, if you will) for either one and a uh-uh, is often all that is needed, a quick Miya lay down and stay if it's extra yummy (chicken lol). They both know they will get a treat if they mind their manners, if not no treat. So like the others it's not giving in, be consistent, be firm.

Things to help you: feed them at the same time you eat, I make 3 dinners every night, and both dog and cat know to wait for their food, they will hover over their bowls until I release them to eat(yes even the cat), they get done before us, and I will say lay down and wait, typically this works, if not it's my husband they bug, still he has no clue why, lol, that is now his issue, I can eat in peace.

Also remember that it takes more muscles and time for a dog to go from a laying position than it does with sit, and with sit more than a stand. So keeping a lay and stay takes longer for the thief to come and get your food, hence when you see him start to get up a simple uh-uh lay down and stay should be enough.

As he matures, and you are repetitive and never give in, he will have respect for you and your space. You have to be consistent in how you handle things, never give in. They don't like you being in their face when they eat, they need to give you the same respect.

Btw, they wouldn't bother my husband if he followed my rules and not give in to them, he doesn't get the notion that he has to be consistent. When he has had enough of them bothering him, he will tell Miya to go lay down and stay, and then she leaves him alone.

aljones wrote:

cosmothunder wrote:

Ahhh I thought having a dog would be easy. It's so confusing sometimes ha

I'm laughing because to those of us who've grown up with our furry friends there's so much that's a natural part of the dialogue - but I sometimes see people who have "married someone who doesn't speak English!"

Oh so true I've come to be able to anticipate Ami's moves over the past year, to stop behavior before it begins. Son #2, Archer's dad, has not even had children of his own yet so has not developed this ability. He is constantly confounded by Archer - but then, Archer is definitely a trouble maker:P