Collie cross husky General Chat

What dog suits really depends on your lifestyle, saying breed a is a good first dog is a little short sighted.

Basically the x will have high energy and high drive, so will need a lot of exercise and stimulation.
If this is ok with you, and I mean really ok everyday not just when you feel up to it lol. The x should be fine. If you have a less energetic lifestyle or want a dog that could adapt to one go for something more chilled.

Adam

Btw I don't really by into this whole first dog suitablity thing tbh.

If you hvae had dog experience for 20 yrs it just means you have 20 yrs more experience of doing it a certain way with certain dogs than someone else.

Experience means nothing if its not good experience.

Adam

BS, Adam.

Its the same as me buying a Bugatti Veyron as my first car, or a highly strung race horse for my child. Exact reason so many dogs end up dumped.

I agree with you, but no experience is still no experience. I wouldn't recommend a Collie cross Husky to someone who's had 20 years dog experience but this experience was solely growing up with already trained, docile family pets. I certainly would be wary of adopting a puppy of this cross despite a lifetime of dog experience, because I have no real hands-on experience of these breeds - so if I, with years of general dog experience, am wary, I don't see what's wrong with telling someone with a lot less experience to be careful.

I know someone who has a collie x husky x springer! Lots of energy, headstrong and independent but lovely natured (when he feels like paying attention). Has husky 'fluff' and was very 'husky' as a pup, but is looking more like a large fluffy collie as he gets older (with spaniel ears though)

Will needs lots of training while young as it'll likely be a big, strong (very bright) dog. Sounds like you have the time and space to burn up the inevitable energy. Can you let dogs off on your beach, How would you feel if it turned out your pup couldn't be let offlead?

JOEDEE made a really good point - if this was an 'accidental' mating, presumably that means no health testing was done on the parents?


A cross between two breeds means you can possibly end up with a puppy that inherits the weak points of both breeds, in terms of health.


You will probably adore the puppies but I would advise against letting your heart rule your head. Remember that all puppies are gorgeous and they don't stay puppies for very long...


I would advise visiting or contacting a Rescue and looking at some slightly older dogs. Because a Husky X Collie is going to be one hell of a handfull


For rescue dogs and rescue groups in your area:
http://www.dogsblog.com

thanks again for all the info/advice it has really helped! as the puppies are only 3 weeks old right now i have the time to really resarch and consider the pro's and con's of this life changing desission!! this site has been fantastic! will be sure to keep everyone updated!!! xx

id be worried bout eyes..both breeds should be eye tested.

the ones ive seen, (four, different ages) were easyish, watered down versions of both breeds

Probably a not too great an idea.
As you haven't got any dog experience, I would presume your cat isn't going to be dog savvy either.
Both collies and huskies have a HUGE prey instinct (herding & hunting) and this would probably end fatally with your pet cat.

Training from a pup can help, but it just depends how strong the instinct is.. If it's got a lot of husky in for that trait, even if they are buddies if the cat suddenly runs without meaning to the instinct can kick in and the cat end up dead.

Of course, doesn't always happen and some can live happily together..

But they could just as easily have inherited the more 'challenging' qualities of both breeds..... As could the puppies mentioned in this thread