How much does a purebred Husky roughly cost?

The Husky, scientifically known as the Siberian Husky, is increasingly popular among dog lovers because of its friendly, lively and active personality and its handsome, eye-catching appearance. But it is precisely because of the popularity of this breed that the market is a mix of good and bad, and those who do not know much about Huskies are easily misled by sellers and get cheated. Let us take a look below at how much a purebred Husky costs!

How much does a purebred Husky cost?

The price of a purebred Husky is not cheap. Taking puppies under 8 months old as an example, the price of a pet-grade Husky is around 3000 to 5000 yuan, while the price of a show-grade Husky is above 8000 yuan. Of course, there are many factors that determine the price of a Husky, such as the consumption level of each city, and generally a female Husky is slightly more expensive than a male. If you want to buy a female Husky, it is best to do so when it is around 3 months old, because many kennels will no longer sell female dogs after three months.

How to choose a purebred Husky

1. The eye color of a purebred Husky is generally rather dark, with dark brown being the best.

2. The ears of a purebred Husky are thick and medium-sized, set fairly close together, with slightly rounded tips, standing straight up.

3. The head of a purebred Husky is in harmony with the body in proportion, with a slightly rounded top.

4. The lips of a purebred Husky have clear boundaries and distinct outlines.

5. The teeth of a purebred Husky meet in a scissors bite.

6. The coat of a purebred Husky is dense, thick and glossy.

What characteristics does a purebred Husky have?

1. The Husky is a medium-sized working dog. Generally, a male dog stands 21 to 23 inches at the shoulder and weighs 45 to 60 pounds, while a female Husky stands 20 to 22 inches at the shoulder and weighs 35 to 50 pounds.

2. The gait of a purebred Husky is smooth and effortless, with graceful movement, a compact body, a very thick coat and erect ears.

3. The typical temperament of a purebred Husky is friendly, gentle, alert and sociable, so it is very suitable for households with elderly people or children.

4. The eyes of a purebred Husky are almond-shaped, set at a moderate distance apart and slightly oblique. The eyes can be brown or blue, and different colors in the two eyes are also acceptable if they meet the standard.

5. The ears of a purebred Husky are very thick, covered with thick hair. The neck joins the head with a slight arch, is strongly erect, and the tips are slightly rounded, pointing straight up.

6. The muzzle of a purebred Husky is of moderate width, tapering gradually, with an end that is neither pointed nor square.

7. The tail of a purebred Husky is richly furred, like a fox's tail, set just below the topline. When raised, the tail does not curl to either side of the body, nor does it lie flat on the back.

8. The undercoat of a purebred Husky is soft and dense, long enough to support the outer coat. The guard hairs of the outer coat are straight and smooth-lying, not rough, and must not stand straight up.

9. The colors of a purebred Husky are acceptable in all colors from black to pure white. Some other markings on the head are common, including patterns not found in many other breeds.