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Zinc Defiency in Sled Dogs

Zinc defiency in dogs, also known as ZRD (Zinc Responsive Dermatisis), can affect breeds like Alaskan Malamutes and Siberian Huskies who can…
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Separation Anxiety

Anxiety in dogs is just as it is in us humans. Not at all a nice thing to experience. Although there are…
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Which toys for a husky ?

Because most huskies are known for being destructive, the make of toy they have is very important. Soft or squeaky toys will…
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Walking Harness

Harness – Working not Walking !  One of the most frequently asked questions about huskies is, what type of harness is best…
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Dogs and Heatstroke

Imagine it’s a hot, sunny day and you’ve got a warm coat on. It would be difficult to keep yourself cool and…
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Huskies Digestive System

Huskies are a breed that have a very delicate digestive system and therefore need to be kept on a strict diet. If…
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Blowing the Coat

It can be a shock as a first time sled dog owner when your dog starts blowing its coat, or shedding as…
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How Healthy are Huskies

Like all breeds there may be some health issues, like hip dysplasia and eye disease in Siberian Huskies and Alaskan Malamutes. Some…
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Fat Dogs = Pancreatitis

To understand pancreatitis, it helps to know a few things about this gland whose proper functioning is so essential to life. The…