Dju Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 A couple of excellent references from Ian Dunbar. They set a pretty high standard but will give you something to aim for. Before You Get Your Puppy After you Get Your Puppy Just been reading through the second link - is he serious? I can't believe anyone can do all the things he suggests You mean the socializing the puppy with 100 different people before 3 months? Nah, easy to achieve. *sarcasm* We did that We just hung out in front of Bunnings. In fifteen minutes, more than a hundred people passed us by and a lot stopped for cuddles. We did that a few times a week and he loves his people now! I'd definitely do that, but I'd have to wait until he's had all of his main vaccinations Although, standing infront of Bunnings is pure genius! You don't need to wait if you carry him! I would be carrying him in your arms and taking him for walks as often as you can, it's important to get him socialised. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArchieTheHusky Posted August 2, 2011 Author Share Posted August 2, 2011 You don't need to wait if you carry him! I would be carrying him in your arms and taking him for walks as often as you can, it's important to get him socialised. You sure that's safe? If it is, then off to Bunnings tomorrow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dju Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 You don't need to wait if you carry him! I would be carrying him in your arms and taking him for walks as often as you can, it's important to get him socialised. You sure that's safe? If it is, then off to Bunnings tomorrow It's what everyone in the Spitz thread constantly told me when I got Hugo 9 months ago Parvo is transferred through dog poop, so long as he doesn't tread through it, I'm pretty sure he's safe from all sorts of poop when he's up in your arms. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nekhbet Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 I never recommend Ian Dunbar. Maybe if you buy the most sedate laidback CKCS go for it, working or herding breeds .... nope ... never Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nekhbet Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 It's not hard to socialise a pup with 100 different people in that time. The trick is to realise that socialisation does not necessarily need to be shoved under their noses and have them cuddle it to death. Socialisation is about teaching the dog how to react in a situation. What that is depends on the dogs and your long term goals. And never let a pup bite you at all. Ever. It's not cute. And I prefer black or white when training dogs, particularly dogs that can be pushier or less biddable down the road Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 And never let a pup bite you at all. Ever. It's not cute. And I prefer black or white when training dogs, particularly dogs that can be pushier or less biddable down the road Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArchieTheHusky Posted August 6, 2011 Author Share Posted August 6, 2011 What would you guys say the best method for teaching the dog to stop biting is? A simple "NO!"? walking away? or something else? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 (edited) What would you guys say the best method for teaching the dog to stop biting is?A simple "NO!"? walking away? or something else? It depends on the pup, and the owner ..and the type of biting You may get some ideas from THIS THREAD ..... Edited August 6, 2011 by persephone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArchieTheHusky Posted August 6, 2011 Author Share Posted August 6, 2011 We went to the vet today... The vet says that he is a little heavy, but he isn't overweight. However, he's 7 weeks old and he's at 6.8kg now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esky the husky Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 Our first husky Didge we got at a similar age to your pup. It wasn't intentional, but unfortunately her breeder was a backyarder. Once I saw the vaccination cert which I realized she couldn't have been more than 7 weeks old. It was a mistake but it had been done. We were quite firm with her, not allowing her to bite us at all. We had a few issues though with eating and an unstable temperament. (Which is why I'll only buy from reg breeders) Unfortunately we lost our girl way too young I hope you've done a lot of research into huskies. They are a breed that has the power of reducing you to tears if you're not prepared. The Sibe club of NSW also has some training manuals to look our for. I'm having trouble finding the links but PM me if you want. Please stick around DOL there will be people to help you out if you need it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BJean Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 (edited) Yeah, I think you have a big boy on your hands there!! I don't think he looks overweight either. Did you get to view his parents? Were they big? We got to view his mother. She seemed more like a male-sized husky compared to other huskies I've seen. However we didn't get to see the father. Probably your puppy is older than 6 weeks. If you cant trust the breeder that your pup is pure bred then you cant trust the real age of your puppy either. Some byb breeders will tell people the pup is younger than it is to get out of the requirement of vaccinating and m/chipping the pup. very cute pup though, whatever his age! Edited August 6, 2011 by lilli Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pretty Miss Emma Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 A couple of excellent references from Ian Dunbar. They set a pretty high standard but will give you something to aim for. Before You Get Your Puppy After you Get Your Puppy Just been reading through the second link - is he serious? I can't believe anyone can do all the things he suggests You mean the socializing the puppy with 100 different people before 3 months? Nah, easy to achieve. *sarcasm* Beyond easy. I got my pup to meet 125 people and 17 dogs within 2 months,it's just about making it a priority ans catching up with every person you know in a short period of time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HollyE Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 Ever considered going to puppy pre school? (through your local vet, only need first vacc through your vet) Get for socialisation, training etc. I think he looks good, My husky when he came home was 3.8kg could feel ribs, hips etc and he was 9 weeks of age, My girl was 6.4kg at 13 weeks of age.. the boy wasn't a small dog the girl is though, was disgusting how small they where. I think he's really cute! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly_Louise Posted August 8, 2011 Share Posted August 8, 2011 No real advice, other than your pup is gorgeous - and you've come to the right place for advice But I really wanted to say the Esky the Husky is just STUNNING!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tumbleweed Posted August 8, 2011 Share Posted August 8, 2011 I hope you've done a lot of research into huskies. They are a breed that has the power of reducing you to tears if you're not prepared. The Sibe club of NSW also has some training manuals to look our for. I'm having trouble finding the links but PM me if you want. Please stick around DOL there will be people to help you out if you need it. As a fellow husky owner I whole heartedly agree with Esky's comments. Sibes are beautiful dogs - for the right people and the right situation. Make sure you do your research and get onto training ASAP (as for any breed). Don't believe people when they say Sibes can't be trained...but find a good trainer to help. Sibes do wonderfully at training - they train humans to do what they want very well! :-) Just remember that Sibes generally won't do things 'because they love you' or 'because you want'. You need to work hard at making it worth while to them by making it super fun or using food. They are great problem solvers, so can do well with shaping (read anything by Susan Garrett if you aren't familar with this). Gorgeous pup - good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArchieTheHusky Posted August 8, 2011 Author Share Posted August 8, 2011 (edited) Thanks, he already learnt some simple commands like sit, down and stand. He became house-trained quite fast too. I'll be sure to keep researching ;) Biting is something I'll have to work really hard on with him though Edited August 8, 2011 by ArchieTheHusky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArchieTheHusky Posted August 14, 2011 Author Share Posted August 14, 2011 If anyone has experienced Kintala Puppy School in Heidelberg, could they please reply to my thread linked below. http://www.dolforums.com.au/topic/225095-kintala-puppy-school-anyone-been-there/ Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Everythings Shiny Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 My 3 week old BC x Kelpie pups weigh almost 2kg so IMO it depends on the pups upbringing and their health. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whiskedaway Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 I hope you've done a lot of research into huskies. They are a breed that has the power of reducing you to tears if you're not prepared. The Sibe club of NSW also has some training manuals to look our for. I'm having trouble finding the links but PM me if you want. Please stick around DOL there will be people to help you out if you need it. As a fellow husky owner I whole heartedly agree with Esky's comments. Sibes are beautiful dogs - for the right people and the right situation. Make sure you do your research and get onto training ASAP (as for any breed). Don't believe people when they say Sibes can't be trained...but find a good trainer to help. Sibes do wonderfully at training - they train humans to do what they want very well! :-) Just remember that Sibes generally won't do things 'because they love you' or 'because you want'. You need to work hard at making it worth while to them by making it super fun or using food. They are great problem solvers, so can do well with shaping (read anything by Susan Garrett if you aren't familar with this). Gorgeous pup - good luck! And a x3 from me. Sounds like you're going well. Make sure you're the pack leader and there's rules in place and a Husky will respect you more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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