Caring for your new puppy

  • Whining, pacing, or mild anxiety is normal during the first few nights as your puppy adjusts to their new environment. Please utilize the scented blanket we sent home with your puppy, which carries their mother’s and littermates’ scents, to help provide comfort during these first days.

    If you will be crate training, use the crate for sleeping and downtime—it helps with potty training and provides a sense of security.

    Stick to a consistent routine with the same feeding times, potty breaks, and bedtime each day to help your puppy settle in more quickly.

    • Take your puppy out:

      • First thing in the morning

      • After meals

      • After naps

      • After play

      • Before bedtime

    • Praise immediately after success.

    • Accidents happen—never punish, just clean thoroughly and stay consistent.

    • Brush 2–3 times per week (daily during shedding seasons).

    • Expect heavy shedding (“blowing coat”) 1–2 times per year.

    • Bathe only when needed (every 6–8 weeks or so).

    • Trim nails every 2–4 weeks.

    • Clean ears and brush teeth weekly.

    ❄️ Never shave a husky—their double coat regulates temperature.

  • 🩺 Veterinary Care & Health

    • Follow your veterinarian’s recommended vaccination schedule to ensure your puppy remains protected as they grow.

    • Stay current with deworming, flea, and tick prevention as advised by your veterinarian.

    • Discuss spay/neuter options and timing with your veterinarian, as recommendations may vary based on breed, size, and development.

    • Monitor your puppy closely for signs of illness, including lethargy, vomiting, diarrhea, or loss of appetite, and seek veterinary care promptly if symptoms arise.

    If for any reason you are unable to contact us and require information regarding your puppy’s prior veterinary care, you may reach our veterinarian directly:

    Wheeling Veterinary Associates
    📍 2167 National Rd, Wheeling, WV 26003
    📞 (304) 242-9420

    • Huskies are high-energy but growing joints need protection.

    • Multiple short play sessions daily are best.

    • Avoid long runs or forced exercise until growth plates close (~12–18 months).

    • Mental stimulation matters: puzzle toys, training games, sniffing walks.

    • Start basic commands early: sit, down, come, leash walking.

    • Keep sessions short (5–10 minutes).

    • Use positive reinforcement (treats, praise).

    • Socialize early with:

      • People of all ages

      • Other dogs

      • New sounds and environments

    ⚠️ Huskies are independent thinkers—patience is key.

    • Your puppy has been dewormed at 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8 weeks of age. It’s important to continue deworming at 10 weeks, and we recommend giving Centry Wormex DS per the instructions on the bottle once a month until the bottle is finished. If your veterinarian advises a different schedule based on your puppy’s health or exam findings, please follow their recommendation.

    The dewormer we recommend is Centry Wormex DS — here’s the link for reference:

    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002UZDN98?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1

  • Your puppy has been taught to free feed, meaning we did not feed at strict times. Instead, we kept their bowl filled with the appropriate amount of food for the recommended time periods. Siberian Huskies typically eat only what they need and are, for the most part, a very efficient breed. As your puppy matures, you may choose to continue free feeding or transition to scheduled meals based on what works best for your household.

    Your puppy has been eating Purina Puppy Chow Complete (please see the link below for the exact food).

    Feeding Guidelines:

    • Feed a high-quality puppy food formulated for medium to large breeds

    • 8–12 weeks: 3–4 small meals per day

    • 3–6 months: 3 meals per day

    • 6+ months: 2 meals per day

    Always provide fresh, clean water.

    Avoid feeding: table scraps, cooked bones, grapes, chocolate, onions, and anything containing xylitol, as these can be harmful or toxic to dogs.

    🔗 Food link:
    https://www.chewy.com/puppy-chow-complete-real-chicken-dry/dp/767790

    Treats Used During Training:
    Here are the treats your puppy has been trained on and given consistently during their first 8 weeks while in our care. Continuing with the same treats can help maintain familiarity and support ongoing training:
    🔗 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0114BNXQ6?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1&th=1

    • Huskies are escape artists—secure fencing is critical.

    • Always use a leash outdoors.

    • Puppy-proof your home: cords, shoes, and small objects will be chewed.

    • Never rely on off-leash recall alone

  • Your husky puppy needs:

    • Time

    • Structure

    • Exercise

    • Training

    • Affection

    • Our pups come with lifetime support. For any reason if you have a question or concern please do not hesitate to reach out, We are in the for the long haul with you and it is important to us that your puppy is happy and healthy.

    Put in the work early, and you’ll be rewarded with a loyal, intelligent, and incredible companion for years to come

  • We have microchipped your new puppy and have the microchip number stored in a database in which we will be contacted if your puppy is found. This is a contingency we offer to our puppies’ new homes in the event that you are not reachable. However, this does not replace owner registration.
    You should enter your puppy’s provided microchip number (please see the final sales agreement for the chip number) into one or more databases of your choosing to ensure the fastest possible reunion if your puppy is ever lost.

    Your pet’s microchip only works effectively if your current contact information is registered and kept up to date. Below are reputable free services where you can register your pet’s microchip number or look it up if they go missing:

    🔹 Free Pet Chip Registry – A truly free registry (no fees to register, update, or maintain) for any brand of microchip.
    🔗 https://www.freepetchipregistry.com/

    🔹 24Petwatch – Free registration with a large national database designed to help reunite lost pets with their owners.
    🔗 https://www.24pet.com/products/registry

    🔹 National Pet Microchip Registry – Register or look up your pet’s microchip number in a secure database.
    🔗 https://nmr.pet/

    🔹 American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) Universal Microchip Lookup Tool – Enter a microchip number to find which registry holds the record and where updates should be made.
    🔗 https://www.aaha.org/for-veterinary-professionals/microchip-registry-lookup-tool-aaha-find-your-pets-microchip-registry/

    🔹 PetLink – Trusted registry allowing free lifetime registration and contact updates.
    🔗 https://www.petlink.net/account/register-pet/

    🔹 Findpet – Free microchip registration with additional lost-pet reporting tools.
    🔗 https://findpet.com/

    📌 Tips for Keeping Your Microchip Information Effective

    • Register your contact information immediately after receiving your puppy

    • Keep phone numbers, addresses, and emergency contacts up to date

    • If you move or change phone numbers, update the registry right away

    • A microchip is a backup to collars and ID tags, not a replacement

  • Owning a Siberian Husky is a long-term commitment (12–15 years). They require time, patience, training, and daily engagement. This breed is not suitable for impulse buyers or those seeking a low-maintenance dog.

  • Please consider a GPS tracking collar for your new puppy.
    Siberian Huskies are intelligent, athletic, and well known for their ability to escape if given the opportunity.

    Apple AirTags and Samsung SmartTags can be helpful in highly populated areas, as they rely on nearby phones or towers to update location. However, if there is no nearby device or cell signal for the tag to ping off of, the location data may be delayed, outdated, or unavailable.

    If you want to know exactly where your puppy is in real time should they ever get out, we strongly recommend a dedicated GPS tracking collar. Below are some reliable options to consider:

    ✅ Recommended GPS Tracking Collars

    • Fi Series 3 Smart Dog Collar
      Real-time GPS tracking, long battery life, escape alerts, and activity monitoring. Very popular with Husky owners.

    • Tractive GPS Dog Tracker
      Lightweight tracker with live tracking, virtual fences, and worldwide coverage using cellular networks.

    • Halo Collar (Halo Collar 4)
      Combines GPS tracking with virtual fence capabilities and training features through a mobile app.

    • Dogtra Pathfinder 2 / Pathfinder Mini
      Professional-grade GPS tracking system often used by working and sporting dog owners. No monthly subscription required.

    📌 Important Notes

    • GPS collars do not replace microchips—they are an added layer of protection.

    • Always ensure collars fit properly and are checked regularly as your puppy grows.

    • Real-time GPS collars typically require a subscription for cellular service. description

  • Your puppy’s parents have been genetically matched using Embark Vet DNA testing. This allows us to verify parentage and make informed, responsible breeding decisions.

    If you have you puppy tested, your puppy’s results will trace back to the parents in our kennel, confirming lineage and authenticity.

    As technology evolves, so does the way we do things. We believe DNA verification is the most honest, transparent, and reliable system available to ensure:

    • You are receiving a full-blooded Siberian Husky

    • The parents are exactly who we represent them to be

    • Our breeding program meets modern ethical and genetic standards

    This commitment to genetic verification provides peace of mind and reflects our dedication to integrity, accountability, and the long-term health of the Siberian Husky breed.

  • From day one of birth, your puppy has been gently exposed to calming music and visual effects via YouTube. This early sensory enrichment is part of our approach to helping puppies develop confidence and emotional stability in new environments.

    When you welcome your puppy home, continuing this exposure can be a simple and effective tool to help them:

    • Adjust calmly to their new surroundings

    • Reduce anxiety during transitions or alone time

    • Relax during crate training or rest periods

    • Settle in more quickly during the first week

    If you go to YouTube and search “Dog TV”, you’ll find many calming options you can play throughout the day. Below are some of the most used videos we rely on in our kennel:

    🔗 Recommended Calming Music & Visual Videos for Dogs

    These videos are great background stimulation and help create a soothing environment for your puppy — especially during the first week at home or any time they need comfort and calm.

    📌 Tip: Keep volume low to moderate. These are intended to support relaxation, not overstimulate.tion