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My 12-week-old Siberian husky puppy is naughty!
My new puppy is just being terrible. We've had her for about 6 weeks now. She thinks she is the "alpha", she bites and growls and me and my parents, and my parents want to get rid of her. She's our first dog so we are a little inexperienced. But, today she ran off because she was biting me and I was trying to get her inside. She wouldn't even come in when we called her and brought treats. She made me cry later that day. I always thought my dog would end up being faithful, loyal, and loving. I know she's just a puppy but I don't think she even cares or feels guilty for leaving scars on my skin that will last years. I am just really depressed.
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I've had several huskys and husky crosses in my life, and I've got to agree more or less with DN. This is not the right dog for you.
Huskys are nutriously difficult to train and require a lot of effort and skill. The often have dominance issues, they are horribly stubborn, and they generally aren't very food motivated, which makes training difficult and uncomfortable for first time pet owners.
They bond deeply with their owners, but if you want a stereotypical 'loyal' dog, then a husky is not for you.
My dog Magz and I love each other dearly and have been together for 10 years. Despite very strict training (think, an hour or two a day for a year, and a bit more as she aged) she is still not 100% reliable with some of her commands. She is stubborn, and a character, she can even be spiteful, and I love her for it, but I didn't want a dumb dog who would worship me. I prefer a dog with attitude.
But that doesn't sound like what your family wants. So contact the breeder, or an animal rescue, and do you best to find your little husky puppy a good home that can handle her. And do a lot more research on your next breed.
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I've had several huskys and husky crosses in my life, and I've got to agree more or less with DN. This is not the right dog for you.
Huskys are nutriously difficult to train and require a lot of effort and skill. The often have dominance issues, they are horribly stubborn, and they generally aren't very food motivated, which makes training difficult and uncomfortable for first time pet owners.
They bond deeply with their owners, but if you want a stereotypical 'loyal' dog, then a husky is not for you.
My dog Magz and I love each other dearly and have been together for 10 years. Despite very strict training (think, an hour or two a day for a year, and a bit more as she aged) she is still not 100% reliable with some of her commands. She is stubborn, and a character, she can even be spiteful, and I love her for it, but I didn't want a dumb dog who would worship me. I prefer a dog with attitude.
But that doesn't sound like what your family wants. So contact the breeder, or an animal rescue, and do you best to find your little husky puppy a good home that can handle her. And do a lot more research on your next breed.
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I disagree with DN on the whole dog may not be right...
Dogs can make great pets but that comes with time and patience. Your dog is a puppy, It thinks and acts just like a child. You cannot raise a child without teaching it right from wrong. It can takes up too 6 months for a pet to adjust to a new home, At 6 weeks she is still semi new to her environment.
First, You train your dog.
If she bites you sternly tell her no and walk away. The more you tell the puppy not to bite the more she will begin to understand. As far as getting the dog to come, Don't use treats to bribe them. That will only get the dog to come too you because it thinks they will get something. Treats should only be given to a pet when they have done a good deed. Not every dog is going to be the perfect dog, Sometimes it takes quiet a bit to find the right one. This dog could end up being a fantastic dog but you are expecting too much from her at such a young age in a very short time. Puppies are like babies, They require time and patience. If you need more information on Husky, You can always google up information. However, I wouldn't give her away until you try different techniques, I think you could really improve her behavior by simply spending time with her. As time goes on and she gets a little older she may be faithful, loyal and loving. I think it would be unfair to let her go without really giving her a chance. I have had many dogs in my lifetime and at this time my mother has 3, Although I do not live with my mother.
Let me explain something...
One of the dogs my mother owns is a blue hound ( Max) When we first got Max he would pee around the house, bark and constantly beg for food, wouldn't go near anyone. It took Max about a year to fully adjust to the home. Every animal adapts at their own pace. However, Max did eventually come around and he is a great dog who loves to sit with you on the couch.
Nevaeh is my Mothers female dog...When we first got her she was hyper, she would bite, growl etc. Nevaeh was a little difficult to work with but we trained her and worked with her and now she is 2 years old. Loving, Loyal and follows my mother around the house.
Time my friend.....Time
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Not all breeds of dogs are for everyone.
Read this to understand exactly how NOT the right dog choice a husky was:
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If you want a hardcore arctic sled-pulling champion of a dog, then you have the right puppy. If you don't than you have the wrong puppy.
It isn't that you can't train a husky to be easy to get along with, it is just that you would need more experience than you have, in order for there to be a happy outcome here.
I would say that you should take the puppy back. Not because there is no hope for the dog, but rather that it is the wrong dog for you, and if you keep the dog, you will end up ruining its life and it will be a miserable experience for you too.
As for the husky running off... that is what they are famous for. They LOVE to run. If you ever let them off a leash for a moment when they aren't in a contained area, you might never see them again.
Of all the dogs I have ever seen, this breed is the least likely to come when called.
Different breeds have things they are famous for. Talk to someone you know that knows something about dogs, or better yet go to your local shelter, and talk to them about family friendly dogs they might have available.
If you want a NICE dog, it is hard to beat a Labrador, or golden retriever.
Here is a list if the top 10 kid-friendly dog breeds:
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... Notice the top two?
Don't lose hope, you just bought the wrong dog for your skill level and needs.
There is a dog out there that is right for you, this just isn't the one.
When you do find another dog, learn about crate training. That is your friend, and your life and the life of your dog will be better if you know how it works.
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