As previously mentioned, the Siberian Husky is known to be an intelligent dog, but they are high maintenance and can be challenging to train. They are a good choice for people who are familiar with this type of dog but not for the novice owner. Husky puppies have to be well socialised from a young age which involves introducing them to as many new situations, people and other dogs as possible once they are fully vaccinated. However, it would be a mistake to trust a Husky 100% no matter how well trained and socialised they happen to be because their prey drive is so very strong.
Their training and education has to start early and these dogs have to be handled firmly, but always fairly to achieve the best results. Huskies do not respond well to harsh correction or training methods, but they do answer well to positive reinforcement. With this said, a Siberian Husky has to know their place in the "pack" and who is alpha dog in a household to prevent them from displaying the more dominant side of the natures which would result in them becoming wilful, unruly and hard to handle.
