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Yesterday we shared the origins and history of the Black and Tan Coonhound, and today we move on to Siberian Husky, who is ranked 74th in IQ.
(Two huskies in the snow)
The husky, whose full name is Siberian Husky, is the lightest and fastest of the sled dogs. Originating in northeastern Siberia, it is known as the Chukotka Sled Dog because the Eskimo tribe used it to pull long distances to sled. Extreme and remote geography means that a team of husky sled dogs is castrated except for the best "lead dogs". in order to ensure the stability of its temperament. Because these dogs live with their families, their breeding has not been affected for centuries. They are selectively bred according to their ability to work and temperament.
(Early Husky Sleigh Teams)
In 1910. A team of huskies, piloted by Johnson the IronMan, won the grueling 400-mile all-Alaskan raffle and won over the next decade. This breed (especially those bred and raced by Leonhard Seppalla) won most of alaska's races.
(A team of sled dogs on a short break in the snow)
By the beginning of the 20th century, Siberian huskies had established themselves as supreme in the world of bobsleigh racing, and they had become part of many famous expeditions. In 1925, when the city of Nome, Alaska, was hit by a diphtheria epidemic, a Siberian husky team brought anti-venom serum to the isolated town to rescue.
(Huskies form a team to pull the sled)
In 1930, the husky was recognized and registered as the 87th thoroughbred dog by the American Kennel Club (AKC). During World War II, the Siberian Husky heroically served in the Arctic Search and Rescue Force of the Air Force Transport Command and the Bird Antarctic Expedition.
On September 8, 1966, the World Federation of Livestock Dogs (FCI) recognized the Husky as an independent dog breed.
(Siberian husky at the Dog Show)
In the 1990s. The founding club of Siberian huskies considered changing the breed's name to Chukchi Indian Dog.
The characteristic temperament of the Siberian husky is friendly and gentle, but also alert and outgoing. It does not exhibit the possessiveness of a watchdog, nor is it overly suspicious of strangers or aggressive towards other dogs.
(Close-up of Husky's face)
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