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A Siberian Husky With Muddy Whiskers Sits Beside a Brand-New Hole

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Mud streaks the Husky's muzzle and dots the fur beside her nose, and a freshly dug hole sits just behind her in the garden. Aspen has pale blue eyes and red-and-white fur, and she gazes sideways with the sheepish look of a digger who has been discovered. Overturned flower pots, a blue bucket and a trowel lie scattered among green plants, and a wooden fence stands in the background. She sits proudly beside the hole as though it were a fine piece of engineering.

Siberian Huskies were bred to pull sleds across icy terrain, and they are strong, energetic and independent. Digging comes naturally to them, both for cooling off in a hole on warm days and for the sheer fun of it. They are friendly, mischievous and famous for escaping, so secure fencing is important, and the fence should extend below ground if your dog digs. Their thick double coat sheds heavily, and Huskies are prone to overheating, so provide shade, fresh water and exercise during cooler parts of the day. A dedicated digging pit with loose soil can satisfy the urge and protect your flower beds. Plenty of running, hiking or other activity helps burn off energy. Talk to your vet about safe garden products and plants, since some fertilizers and bulbs are harmful to dogs.

Aspen will be hosed off and fed a good dinner. The hole will be filled in, but she may have other plans for tomorrow.

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