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A gray and white Siberian Husky with a dirt-smudged muzzle sits beside a freshly dug hole in a yard. 3 / 38

The Husky Has a Muddy Nose and a New Hole in the Lawn

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Soil clings to the Husky's nose and cheeks, and the mound beside him is still fresh. He looks up with pale, ice-blue eyes and a tilt of his head, ears pointed and fur a clean mix of silver gray and white, while behind him a round hole opens in the green lawn.

The backyard is a mix of grass, garden plants, and a wooden fence, with a stone patio in the distance. Tiny crumbs of dirt are scattered on the grass, and the dog sits as tall and still as if he were posing. A light breeze moves the garden plants, and the Husky's thick fur ruffles along with them, as though the whole yard approves of the dig.

Siberian Huskies were bred in cold climates to pull sleds and have a lot of stamina, so they often have energy to burn. Many also love to dig, partly to make a cool resting place and partly for the fun of it. If your dog digs, more exercise, more mental games, and a designated digging spot with loose soil can help. Make sure the yard fence is sturdy, since Huskies are famous for escaping. Wash off muddy paws and check for burrs, and call your vet if your dog eats soil, plants, or garden products.

The Husky wears the face of someone who has done honest work. The lawn may disagree, but he will not be moved.

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