Husky – medium sized sled dogs. Photogenic Pets, who are fascinating from the first meeting – it’s hard for friendly dogs do not pay attention. However, fluffy huskies are not big cute toys. The dog needs to be provided with proper care and content. The owners of the puppies monitor the development of the babies each month: provide them with the necessary age, check with standard indicators of height and weight.
Monthly Development
The most active development of any dog is in the first months of life. Then it brakes somewhat, completely ending at one 0-12 month of life.
Puppy at birth
A newborn husky puppy weighs 35 0-4 50 g – the parameters depend on gender of the kitten, characteristics of his parents, the number of babies in litter. Premature puppies are always smaller, weaker than dogs born by timing.
In the first days of life, the kids are completely helpless – they don’t see, they don’t hear. They need only warmth, sleep, mother’s milk. On this the period of development of the owner, the breeder must provide comfortable conditions – temperature, noise, optimal lighting.
Photos and videos of newborn huskies:
2 weeks
On 10-14 days of life, the eyes of the koutut erupt, open the ears. But they see, they hear not yet very well. However seek explore the world – crawl, run, get to know other residents houses.
Puppies still have enough mother’s milk, but the owner is already introduces liquid, and then soft complementary foods. Keeps track of allergic reactions, the response of the gastrointestinal tract of babies to new food. With proper care puppies already weigh 1.7 -2 kg.
In the photo and video – Husky in 2 weeks:
1 month
Little husky dogs turn into funny chubby teddy bears: weight reaches 3.8-4 kg, height at the withers – 22-23 cm. Puppies become more independent, switch to soft and hard foods. They are play with each other, “communicate” with their mother. She teaches them to be dogs: contact with relatives, the value of the bark, the position of the tail, various facial expressions and poses.
At this time, the upbringing by a person begins – the puppy is taught to name, set bans for him. Important not to miss this stage, otherwise the wayward dog can grow stubborn, practically uncontrollable.
Photos, video of one-month-old husky:
2 months
The puppy is almost doubled: up to 7-8 kg. His “figure” starts a bit like an adult husky. Kutenok grows up to 32-33 cm at the withers, his ears stand up.
Puppies at this time are very energetic, eat a lot, with an appetite – the frequency of their feeds reaches 6 times a day. Young animals play with each other in attack, defense, pursuit. They already trust man, see him as an older friend. At this age, dogs are already understand what a bite is, learn to regulate its strength.
Husky puppy 2 months:
3 months
Three-month-old kitten is transferred to 5 meals a day. It or natural balanced diet of fresh, quality premium food or puppy food. Kittens of this age find a new home: it’s important for the owner not only to surround the baby care, but also firmly set “can” and “not.”
Doggie is noticeably gaining weight. It grows to 38-42 cm. It runs fine, “tells” the tail about his mood, in behavior already copies an adult dog.
Husky photo and video at 3 months:
4 months
Depending on gender, individual characteristics, the puppy weighs 11-14 kg. From a “child” turns into a teenager: height at the withers is 44-46 cm. Husky is noticeably extended in length, becomes higher.
From this age, the dog can be attracted to active trainings, continue education. Husky teens are already showing their stubbornness, trying to dominate people. It’s important for the owner suppress the pet’s desire to become a “pack leader” in the bud. Smart Husky perfectly understand emotions, tone of voice, increase intonation. Physical punishment is unacceptable – the dog grows nervous, intimidated, aggressive.
Photo, video of a four-month-old husky:
5 months
Husky development is not as active as in the first months of life: the weight of a five-month-old puppy reaches 13-15 kg, the height at the withers – 48-50 see. The body shape of the dog becomes narrower, elongated.
Training continues. Active walks, running, lessons on the site take at least 2 hours a day. it necessary for the development of the animal. Full physical activity is the key to husky obedience. If the dog “didn’t walk up”, he becomes capricious, nervous, can begin to spoil the master property. Sometimes energetic pets from lack of walks “cry”, fall into apathy.
In the photo and video – Husky in 5 months:
6 months
Half-year-old husky weigh 16-18 kg. They add quite well in growth – up to 50-55 cm. The frequency of meals is reduced: the amount of food should correspond to the activity of the animal. Dog development is somewhat slows down, so the need for “enhanced” feeding gradually disappears.
Half-year-old husky:
7-12 months
Further, the development of the young husky passes through the following stages:
- Seven months. “Teen” outwardly begins to resemble an adult the dog becomes 2-3 kg heavier. Its height is about 52-56 cm.
- 8 months. The girls are already starting their first estrus, however, mating contraindicated – the dog’s body is not yet ready for motherhood. Weight Siberian husky reaches 22-24 kg at a height at the withers 54-57 cm.
- 9 months. Dog growth – 54-58 cm, almost like an adult dogs. Weight ranges from 24-26 kg.
- 10-12 months. The dog grows slightly, slightly adds to weight – up to 28 kg. At this age, the development of the dog is inhibited – he It boasts the parameters of an adult husky.
The animal stops growing, but continues to “swear”: it becomes larger, more muscular. His “figure” is made harmonious: boys look more powerful and girls look graceful. With proper care, balanced nutrition, the weight of the dog can reach 40 kg.
Husky photo and video at 7 months:
Photos and videos of the Siberian Husky at 9 months:
On the photo and video – Siberian husky in 12 months:
Adult animal
Adult huskies are distinguished by a strong, wide skeleton, powerful muscular body. These are “seasoned”, hardy animals, but very elegant, not distinguished by the coarseness of forms. Average parameters adult animal:
- Weight: 15-30 kg.
- Height at the withers: 50-62 cm.
- Body length: 50-60 cm.
Popular colors:
- snow-white;
- Gray;
- the black;
- golden;
- copper;
- ginger.
The color of the nose and eyes depends on the suit. Shade of the iris can be blue, amber, black. The eyes themselves are slightly slanted, friendly and mischievous.
Another feature of the breed is closely spaced triangular ears standing strictly upright. Husky always keep his head proudly raised. Combined with a beautifully curved neck, this forms a noble, graceful posture.
Husky tail is similar to foxes, evenly pubescent. If the dog tense, it bends beautifully into a “sickle.” The coat is soft loose, fluffy. Hairline double: spine and undercoat.
Height and weight table
Average monthly puppies are shown in the table.
| Age (months) | Height (cm) at the withers | Weight, kg) |
| 1 | 20-23 | 3-4 |
| 2 | 23-30 | 4-6 |
| 3 | 30-40 | 6-9 |
| 4 | 40-45 | 10-13 |
| 5 | 45-50 | 13-17 |
| 6 | 50-52 | 17-20 |
| 7 | 50-55 | 20-23 |
| 8-9 | 50-57 | 23-25 |
| 10-12 | 50-60 | 25-30 |
Minor deviations from standard indicators – no reason for concern. These are the individual characteristics of the puppy’s development, due to genetics, health, feeding.
Development schedule for puppies of one litter:
Puppy development features
When choosing a kitten, future owners pay attention to important characteristics:
- floor;
- color;
- eye color;
- size, weight of the baby.
It should be borne in mind that, at the first molt, the color of the animal can change. In dogs, the color of the eyes often darkens with age.
Choosing the largest puppies in the litter is not the best option. The animal can be overfed, have developmental abnormalities. Better total, if the kitten meets the standard indicators for his age.
Photo of white husky:
Further, the full development of the baby largely depends on new the hosts. The most important thing here is good nutrition. Toddlers in several weeks old, they offer special puppy canned food, dry food soaked in liquid kefir.
The main product in the diet of a grown puppy is meat: low-fat veal, beef. The product is scalded, boiled – remove layers fat, cartilage, film is not what. Animals will not give up pink salmon, salmon – boil fish, clear of bones.
25-30% of the dog’s diet – vegetables: cucumbers, carrots, colored cabbage. Many dogs love fresh fruit. Like raw chicken, quail eggs – up to 2-3 pieces per week.
Black Husky:
Already in 3-4 months they begin full-fledged education, training dogs. By this time, all vaccinations have been done – you can walk with a husky on a leash, train on the site. Master every day Spends on lessons with a dog (running, playing, running teams, swimming) at least 2 hours a day. Full Husky Development impossible without appropriate systematic physical load.
