Need a new home for Siberian Husky

[RYCeT]

Hi guys, a friend of mine is going to go overseas and she needs a new home for a male pure bred Siberian Husky, 2 years old, named Grey. He is a healthy and active dog. As the name suggest, He got a combination of grey and white fur. He got a blue eyes. He has been trained basic obedience skill, he understand most of the command but he's easily distracted, I think it is husky's nature. He has been house broken and crate trained. He's got no history of biting. He's not neutered yet and he is the only dog in her house. He's got all his vaccine and shots updated regularly. He's now located in Philadelphia. It is free and my friend is willing to pay for transport to the new home as long as it's still in USA. She just want to make sure Grey got a good owner. Pic will be posted later. Pls help me to find a good home for this good dog.

 

[john_jcb]

I had a pair of huskies for almost 15 years and they were great dogs. Potential owners should be aware though that they are huskies with their quirks. My 2 were excellent with children and adults alike. Huskies like to dig and run and they really need to be exercised every day to be happy and healthy. I had a harness and I would let them run and tow me on my bike. They also loved the cold and preferred to sleep in the snow. Huskies make great pets if you have the time to devote to them.

 

[mjg]

don't they have an equivlant there to north-shore animal league? That is an animal shelter/adoption place, thats run off charity, where they bring stranded dogs, or dogs people can't have anymore. I'm sorry, don't know anyone personally. It's pretty tough though, to get people on here to, if they can't tell the temperement of the dog, or if they would want it. I'd love a dog personally, my landlord's kid is a allergic, it kinda sucks.


Good luck.

 

[RYCeT]

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Originally Posted by mjg don't they have an equivlant there to north-shore animal league? That is an animal shelter/adoption place, thats run off charity, where they bring stranded dogs, or dogs people can't have anymore.

Yes we have a siberian husky rescue center here, she has told them about her husky there, she consider it as a last choice. Just a consideration, Husky is not a watch dog. He likes to play around.

 

[gsferrari]

I am working on it... My cousin has a nice house by the lake Erie and the wheather should be agreeable. Just give me a day or two...They had a labrador retriever before and he died 5 months back at the ripe old age of 13.


Cheers!

 

[RYCeT]

Thank's gsferrari, we'll be waiting for the good news.

 

[Canman]

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Originally Posted by john_jcb Potential owners should be aware though that they are huskies with their quirks.

Just curious, what are typical Husky quirks?

My family had a chocolate lab for many years when I was growing up, but now that I live alone I don't have enough time to give a dog the attention it needs.

Rycet, I would enjoy taking care of the dog for a day or two though if your friend ever needs it.

 

[RYCeT]

Hi canman, thank's for the offer, I will tell her about it.

For the Grey's photo, Click Here

 

[john_jcb]

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Originally Posted by Canman Just curious, what are typical Husky quirks?

They love to escape and then run just to run. There is actually a short story by Robert Frost about trying to keep huskies tied up.

While mine never growled or tried to bite anyone other animals were a different story. During the almost 15 years they caught and killed possum, skunk, rabbits and birds. The bird were amazing to watch. It was always starlings and while the birds would be stealing their food one would get their attention but never scare them away and the second would pounce from behind. One good thing is that mine never seemed to have trouble with other dogs but I don't know if this is always the case.

The only other thing I really remember is their howling. You would think we had 2 wolves in the back yard at times.

They are beautiful dogs but they do take some time as they love exercise.

I am not trying to be negative at all but I would not want someone to take an animal and then find out it is not what they expected.

 

[RYCeT]

bump, still keep in contact with gsferrari but if anyone or you know someone who is interested to be the new owner of grey, pls pm me

 

[plainsong]

Firstly I have to ask, has the breeder been contacted? Often breeders will want first dibs if a dog from their bloodline needs re-homing. I can't stress this enough. It's even in the contract of our bill of sale.

Secondly, has the current owner tried getting in contact with a Husky rescue group? Those guys area also more than happy to help out. This is what they're here for.

I wish we could volunteer a home, but besides knowing nothing of the breed, we're kind of a long commute from the US. And as we have a small dog, it's crucial we would know that they get on well before he joined the family and not after.

edit - doh! The rescue group is still a consideration for the owner then, that's good. Rescue groups are generally good people. I'll leave what I said unedited for future readers needing to re-home a dog.

 

[dj_mocok]

he looks like a smart, well mannered, friendly dog that needs attention..

must be great for a companion...

have you tried posting an ad on the local newspaper or something ?
im sure some retiree would be interested in keeping him for companion.

 

[gloco]

Have you tried searching for a forum about husky's and the like? If it exists, maybe you'll find someone willing to take the husky in.

 

[JMedeiros]

What a beautiful dog. I grew up with huskies, so I love the breed. He sounds like he won't have trouble being adopted at all. If I didn't have my cat Sassy (who is a "one animal in the house" cat) Grey would be on his way here to Maine.

John

 

[plainsong]

If he's crate trained, why can't he travel overseas? If you travel during the fall or spring, it shouldn't be a huge inconvience to him. If it's the UK, yes they quarrantine, but you can visit daily. Remember that time doesn't have the same meaning to dogs, as long as you keep visiting.

Has it been considered that she could keep him? What's a little inconvience? It passes quickly and then it's time to have fun again.

Hopefully he can find a home like ours! I think the breeder could be a huge help in re-homing him.