The
Houdinis of the dog world—they have the ability to squeeze
through the smallest of holes, break or chew their way out of a
tie-out, run through electric fences. Some will actually devise
a plan for their escape route that you may have never even thought
of.
We've witnessed
this actual escape plan: one Siberian waits patiently around the
corner for the prime opportunity when you open that front door,
then bolts over the coffee table, over the chair, and one last
leap over your shoulder...then begins the game of catch-me-if-you-can.
Think it can't happen? Think again. Sibe owners learn to anticipate
escape routes so they're always one step ahead of their quick
or devious Siberian Husky.
These intelligent
dogs are always learning new things; if you live with a husky
they will certainly teach you that you have never seen it all.
A husky home must learn the tricks of the trade, before their
Siberian does a magic act for them.
Some human tricks
of the trade:
- There is a proper
way to leave and enter your home—always be aware of where
your husky is when you are coming and going.
- Avoid doors with
an intentional delay, set to close behind you. These doors offer
precious seconds that any red-blooded Siberian will certainly
take advantage of.
- It is a good idea
to place door latches up high. Better yet, lock doors to the
world outside. You’d be surprised what a husky can do when motivated.
The
Many Personae of the Siberian Husky
