Grooming: Occasional brushing and combing, especially when coat is moulting is sufficient for Huskies. The coat tends to look better when dog is kept outdoors in a kennel.

Exercise: Substantial exercise is essential for these dogs and they are an ideal breed for anyone wishing to be involved in sport of dog-sledging. Huskies are well known for their speed and owners usually exercise them in front of a sledge at least twice a week. An alternative activity is having these dogs run alongside a cycle to burn energy. Siberian Huskys are known to wander and need to be kept in a fenced off backyard.

History: Much of this breed's history is unknown, but it is fairly certain that these dogs remained pure with no outcrosses for centuries. One theory suggests that Chukchis Eskimos had to develop a sledge dog capable of travelling great distances, for their ongoing search for food. Siberian Husky's were greatly admired by early explorers and were used to carry life saving anti-toxins during a diphtheria epidemic in 1925, to Alaskan city of Nome.

Additional Comments:

For anyone who is considering a Siberian Husky as a pet, it is advisable to contact a specialist in Arctic dogs and/or breed society, to help make an informed decision. Because Siberian Huskys do not like to be left alone, it is usually a good idea to get two of these dogs for companionship.

Exercise: Schnauzers need an average amount of exercise, but they like to be busy and kept occupied. Suitable activities for these dogs include, swimming, running alongside a cycle (once fully grown), agility skills, fly-ball, playing in garden and running in woods. If their exercise needs are met, then they should be quite peaceful and calm.

History: It is believed that Schnauzers evolved from German Wirehaired pinschers, black poodles and a spitz-like grey dog. They date back to 15th and 16th centuries when they were used for herding, ratting and guarding. These dogs were once known as Schnauzer-Pinscher.

Additional Comments:

Schnauzers need firm training and early socialization with a variety of people and animals to help prevent them becoming overly protective and dominant.