Skye

Breed: Alaskan Sled Dog
Sex: Female

Birthday: February 14, 2007
Rescued: August 17, 2008
Passed: August 3, 2021

Blood Donor: Yes

Health Issue(s)

• None

Temperament

• Confident, outgoing and trusting.
• She has received only a little training in skijoring but shows real promise.
• She is comfortable in a harness and stays focused when pulling.
• High food, play and prey drive.
• Not the best with dogs outside her pack; Skye is currently the pack leader.
• Shows no aggression or interest in other dogs when Skye is by herself.
• Very smart and energetic; loves to run, cuddle, play and train.
• Will put up with grooming for a short time but gets squirmy and wants to pursue other interests.

Owner Suitability

• Needs an active family to lavish her with attention.
• Accustomed to living with a pack, she will not be happy in a single dog household unless there was always someone around and Skye is included in all aspects of the human’s life.
• Requires plenty of daily exercise.
• Would benefit from the high energy levels of older children.
• NO CATS.
• A high fenced yard is a must. Keep gates secured. Given the opportunity she will run off to explore.
• Although she does not currently lead an indoor lifestyle, she has been in houses and on sleepovers on numerous occasions.
• She is housetrained and would adapt very well to an indoor/outdoor life.
• Only positive reinforcement should be used to train and interact with this dog.