OtterKnow Kids EncyclopediaThe husky is a beautiful dog that was born to run in the snow and pull sleds in very cold places. They are full of energy and love to run and play! Huskies are one of the most striking-looking dog breeds.
Huskies have thick fur and bright blue or brown eyes. Some huskies even have one blue eye and one brown eye! They have pointy ears, a curled tail, and a thick double coat of fur that keeps them warm in freezing weather.
Huskies are very friendly and love being part of a pack. They are full of energy and need lots of running and exercise. Huskies can be silly and sometimes howl instead of bark, which sounds a lot like they are trying to talk!
- Huskies were first raised by people in Siberia, one of the coldest places on Earth.
- A team of huskies once raced through a blizzard to deliver medicine to a sick town in Alaska.
- Huskies can run for hours without getting tired!
