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Discover how to raise, train, and enjoy your Siberian Husky with this fantastic resource
The Second Edition of Siberian Huskies For Dummies offers the most up-to-date information about welcoming a Siberian Husky into your home and loving your new family member. Author and Husky owner Diane Morgan walks you through how to care for these beautiful, curious, and engaging dogs, as she:
* Suggests ideal methods for adopting and selecting a Husky right for you
* Examines ways to socialize your new Husky
* Shares details about Siberian Husky grooming and veterinary care
* Provides additional information about behavior correction and training
Siberian Huskies For Dummies is packed full of practical tips about how to raise and have fun with your young or old Siberian Husky. The author shares her advice in plain English for people looking for accessible and approachable information.
Perfect for new and experienced husky owners, Siberian Huskies For Dummies also belongs on the bookshelves of anyone who's ever considered adopting one of these magnificent animals.
List of contents
Introduction 1
Part 1: Getting to Know Your Siberian Husky 5
Chapter 1: The Lowdown on Siberian Huskies, Just the Basics 7
Chapter 2: Recognizing What a Siberian Husky Is (and Isn't) 23
Part 2: Looking for Your Soul Mate 37
Chapter 3: Selecting a Siberian Husky 39
Chapter 4: Outfitting Your New Husky 57
Part 3: Living with a Siberian Husky 71
Chapter 5: Welcoming Home Your Husky 73
Chapter 6: Figuring Out What Your Husky Is Telling You 91
Chapter 7: Socializing Your Siberian 105
Chapter 8: Training Your Husky 113
Chapter 9: Solving Bad Behavior 127
Chapter 10: Dealing with Aggression 143
Part 4: Keeping Your Husky Healthy 155
Chapter 11: Feeding Your Husky 157
Chapter 12: Grooming Your Siberian 169
Chapter 13: Focusing on Your Husky's Health and Wellbeing 181
Chapter 14: Responding to Emergencies 211
Part 5: Bringing Out the Sled Dog in Your Siberian 225
Chapter 15: Sledding with Your Siberian 227
Chapter 16: The Last Great Race: The Iditarod 235
Part 6: The Part of Tens 243
Chapter 17: Ten (or So) Tips for Traveling with (or without) Your Husky 245
Chapter 18: Ten Hazards for a Husky (and How to Avoid Them) 255
Chapter 19: Ten Great Dog Activities for Your Husky (besides Sledding) 263
Chapter 20: Ten Reasons to Have a Siberian Husky 275
Appendix A: Glossary 281
Appendix B: Siberian Husky Resources 287
Index 291
About the author
Diane Morgan is a Master Instructor of English, Communication, and Modern Languages at Indian River State College in Florida. She's also a writer and longtime owner of many breeds of dog. The Siberian Husky?with its fascinating beauty, personality, and history?is one of her absolute favorites.
Summary
Discover how to raise, train, and enjoy your Siberian Husky with this fantastic resource
The Second Edition of Siberian Huskies For Dummies offers the most up-to-date information about welcoming a Siberian Husky into your home and loving your new family member. Author and Husky owner Diane Morgan walks you through how to care for these beautiful, curious, and engaging dogs, as she:
* Suggests ideal methods for adopting and selecting a Husky right for you
* Examines ways to socialize your new Husky
* Shares details about Siberian Husky grooming and veterinary care
* Provides additional information about behavior correction and training
Siberian Huskies For Dummies is packed full of practical tips about how to raise and have fun with your young or old Siberian Husky. The author shares her advice in plain English for people looking for accessible and approachable information.
Perfect for new and experienced husky owners, Siberian Huskies For Dummies also belongs on the bookshelves of anyone who's ever considered adopting one of these magnificent animals.
