Is dog sledding hard?

About breeding with Siberian husky mixes Dog sledding!!?

  • Well my dog is a mix great for dog sledding. I would like to breed him so that he's kids would have a chance at sledding. He so determine in what he does. He's willing to listen but gets stubborn well the breed Siberian husky get stubborn and he's not that bad like some I have seen before. He has hound in him his vocals. He's part New Found land the ears and webbed feet. He has black lab in him too the fur. He has top speed. He can out run many dogs I know that for a fact he loves to run lucky I have open space in my yard right! He has strength of all breeds. Meaning he is very strong if he wanted to he could pull someone that weights is over 200 pounds by his strength That is fact known as proven. I think he should be breed so his kids could have the advantages. What do you think is that a dog for sledding with his determination, speed, loyalism, and strength? What breed should I breed him with meaning Siberian husky what should I keep to only Siberian that have only Black Lab, Hound, and New found land? He's the size of a Siberian husky and very playful but he can be very serious. He loves his harness too. Also he is black with two white spots that are very small. Where is a website where I could breed him. I would only want one pick of the pups. He's not to old either only 2 years will be turning 3 soon not in a rush going to wait till he's a little older. First time. I'm going to the Vet to make sure he's healthy. But last check he was perfect no problems. I don't want anything wrong with the pups. Thank you. This is for The NJ, NY, PA or anywhere around there. In the USA. Please no bad comments I want to breed him to improve the breed and I will no matter what you say. So don't say neuter him cause I'm not I might after one or two litters with the female. I want to improve the breed he is not to disappear at a chance like this. Thank you again.

  • Answer:

    Here's the bottom line: IS HE A GREAT SLED DOG? What? You don't know? You've never run sled dogs and can only guess based on what you think might be? What you see in your yard? Then don't breed him. Until the rubber meets the road, you have him in harness on a team, and he's proving himself, there really is no point. By the by, Newfoundlands and Labs are too heavy-bodied for racing dogs. You never see either of these dogs in mixes bred for racing. Webbed feet are unnecessary for a sled dog. It's the toughness of the foot that matters. Not trying to burst your bubble, just telling you that breeding an unproven animal that you "think" might be a good sled dog is not "improving the breed"...or in this case, the mix. I get the distinct sense that the musher you spoke to was merely trying to be polite. Otherwise, why wouldn't she have asked to use him at stud?

Sleepy lol at Yahoo! Answers Visit the source

Was this solution helpful to you?

Other answers

Well the first thing I will say, is that you will not be improving any breed as he is no specific breed. I don't 'necessarily' have a problem with breeding mixes for a working purpose if your dog has truly been evaluated as a superior sled dog. I have friends who do sled dog racing and I know how important the drive to pull is in the dogs they breed. There is more to ensuring healthy puppies than just getting him checked out by the vet. You need to get his hips checked, his eyes checked and any other possible genetic conditions that he could have and pass down to his puppies. The b*tch you look for should have all of these things done as well, and should also have proven herself as a superior sled dog. A website should be the last place you look to breed him. You should contact someone involved in your sled dog program who is experienced with breeding and let them know your intentions. See what they have to say and if they have any recommendations. If you're not willing to do this then you shouldn't breed him. ETA: Really? Then you must know that most HEALTH CLEARANCES cannot be done at your regular vet! I brought my dog to the vet yesterday and the vet said he's the healthiest dog she's seen in awhile. Does that say anything about any possible ticking time bomb genetic conditions he could have going on? NO. Please do not jump down my throat when I'm being completely polite and trying to offer you the best possible information. I am NOT being judgemental in any way nor did I say anything bad.

Poodles NOT Doodles!

Well, technically he is not a 'breed.' He is a mutt, and even though I severely disagree with creating more mutts when so many are sitting in shelters waiting for a home, if this dog truly is a terrifically hard worker and you're willing to have him fully genetic-health tested, and if you can find an equally hardworking female (preferably of pure blood) that is fully genetic-health tested and whose traits complement his, then I guess I'd say go for it. I do have to mention that your addition of "I want to breed him to improve the breed and I will no matter what you say" sounds terribly childish. After all, good animal husbandry is not really about what "we" want; it is about what is in the best interest of the animals in our care. With that in mind, be sure to get him screened for everything - eye clearance, hip and elbow clearance, clear of canine STDs, and if you know his dam and sire and the grandparents, what diseases they showed after maturity, such as glaucoma, heart defects, etc. This isn't a simple trip to the vet - most veterinarians are rather like a general practioner - they don't specialize and don't run the appropriate test necessary for fully clearing a dog for breeding. Also, you don't visit some random website to find a b*****. You need to find people who work their dogs and meet with them in person. Most owners of purebreds would never mate their b**** to a mixed breed male anyways, but it doesn't hurt to ask. It is best if you work him and can get some kind of titles for him - but under what registry, I've no idea. EDIT: We're opening ourselves up to what?? You seem awfully defensive, and we're simply making sure that you are doing this properly. Unless someone shows and/or works their dogs, they generally don't know a thing about breeding. Instead of asking strangers over the internet, why not get involved with breed clubs in your area and get a mentor?

♥ Cioccolata ♥

Just Added Q & A:

Find solution

For every problem there is a solution! Proved by Solucija.

  • Got an issue and looking for advice?

  • Ask Solucija to search every corner of the Web for help.

  • Get workable solutions and helpful tips in a moment.

Just ask Solucija about an issue you face and immediately get a list of ready solutions, answers and tips from other Internet users. We always provide the most suitable and complete answer to your question at the top, along with a few good alternatives below.