Are you planning to leave your husky out at night? Giving your husky a place out to call its own is a great idea, but you should keep in mind some factors before making it a permanent arrangement. Though huskies like to be the leader and independent, you need to be careful when leaving them alone. If you’re worried about leaving your husky alone outside without a proper shelter, you can take the following steps to make sure it will be comfortable while you’re away.
But first, you need to identify if your husky is suitable for the outside environment or just inside your home.
Is Your Husky An Indoor Or Outdoor Dog?
You must first answer whether you have an indoor husky or an outdoor one. This is because these two types have different needs and will help you determine if it’s appropriate for your husky to stay inside or outside.
Indoor husky
Indoor huskyIf you have an indoor husky, it’s all right to leave it alone in the house for a few hours if it is used to it and has access to potty breaks and water. But If your husky has separation anxiety, then there may be some issues. If so, then a quick trip to doggy daycare or a walker is in order.
Outdoor husky
If you have an outdoor husky, leaving it out at night is fine as long as your husky is comfortable and safe wherever it stays at night. Just remember that outdoor huskies need shelter from the elements and freshwater when left outside overnight.
Checking The Temperature Outside
The next factor to think about is the temperature. Remember that the colder it gets, the more chance you will need to provide some form of protection from the elements. If your husky has long hair, you can offer a simple dog house, a heavy blanket, or even a sweater.
Other huskies have very short hair and will not tolerate any time outside in cold weather. That’s why you need to make sure that they have a warm place to sleep inside your home if they don’t want to stay outside at night.
Preparing The Shelter For Your Husky
You can’t just let your husky out at night without proper shelter. As mentioned above, shelter is the primary protection of your husky against hazardous environmental elements. So, build him an outdoor shelter that will keep your husky safe, healthy and happy.
Structure
To prepare for its shelter, make sure it is big enough for your husky to stand up, stretch out completely and turn around comfortably. Also, the entrance should be at least two-thirds of your husky’s height but no taller than it is so that it won’t feel intimidated entering the structure. Another thing to consider is that in hot weather, provide ample ventilation in the form of open windows or doors with screens that allow airflow while keeping bugs out.
Talking about openings, it’s also essential to make sure there aren’t any holes where cold air can blow in during the winter months. There are several different types of dog houses, so make sure yours provides plenty of room for your husky as well as protection from elements like wind and rain. Don’t also forget the inside of the shelter. The interior should also be easy to clean and maintain by wiping it down after every use if possible.
Alternative shelter
A dog house is an ideal option for your husky, but any kind of shelter will do. If you can’t get a dog house, even a plastic bin or cardboard box will work as a temporary solution for your husky to curl up in. Just make sure it’s big enough that your husky can turn around comfortably while you leave your husky out at night.
But, if you don’t have anything like those mentioned above, a blanket or towel is better than nothing at all. Your husky can burrow into the towel to stay warm and protect itself from the elements.
Is Your Backyard Ready For Your Husky?
After putting a doghouse for your husky, it’s now time to check if your backyard is safe for your pup.
Fenced yard
Almost all dogs, especially husky, need to get exercise and have time outside. But if you don’t have a fence around your yard and you’re going to leave your husky out at night, you should make sure it can’t escape from your property. You must ensure that your husky can’t find a way, such as by digging under the fence or hopping over it. Remember that a fenced-in yard is preferable to no yard at all.
Backyard space
If you think that having a house with a large backyard is better so that your husky can roam free, let me explain something. Keep in mind that having a larger yard doesn’t necessarily mean that your husky will be any happier than if it lived in a small apartment. Huskies are contented with just enough room to run around in circles on their leash. So if you have a small backyard or no backyard at all, don’t be devastated!
Husky’s Safety From Neighbor Dogs
Next, you’ll want to consider if there are other dogs in your neighborhood. Is there a dog that lives nearby that is particularly friendly? If so, this could be good news for your husky, since they’d have someone to play with when they’re outside. However, if there’s another dog in the neighborhood that’s territorial or aggressive, then it might not be wise to leave your husky unattended outside at night.
Remember that huskies are very social and like a company by nature. But, there’s a possibility for a husky restless at night. So if other dogs are around while they’re outside, they’re bound to bark as a way of declaring their presence and communicating with each other. Because of this, there may be times that a husky won’t sleep at night. Consider also the breeds of your neighbors’ pets so that you’ll know if your husky is safe while playing with them, especially during the night.
Food And Water Supply While Staying Outside At Night
While it’s essential to make sure your husky has access to food and water during the day (and always), you can leave their bowls outside at night. Please don’t feel obligated to put them out before bed and bring them in in the morning. Huskies don’t have a problem with sleeping on an empty stomach; just don’t let them get used to this setup.
We can’t monitor our pets overnight, that is why it’s better to leave some treats and water beside them in case of hunger and thirst. You also have to prepare them when the hot season comes because they might get dehydrated because of the dry air.
Are Huskies Advised To Stay Outside At Night?
There is no simple answer to this question, but you can provide your furry friends with their needs with some planning and preparation. There are a variety of factors that go into determining whether you should leave your husky outside overnight. Since it can be challenging to assess all of them, there are some helpful tips you can follow in order to make the best decision for your husky:
If possible, bring your husky inside when it is cold or raining outside for the night. Make sure that if your husky does need to stay out at night, it has proper shelter and bedding. There are seasons in which a doghouse doesn’t have enough protection from external elements, so consider placing a heated pad during cold seasons in the doghouse so that your husky stays warm while he sleeps.
Lastly, don’t leave food and water out on a cold night because they’re going to freeze! That is why it’s essential to keep them stay inside so that they stay hydrated on those especially chilly nights.
Bottom Line
We can’t avoid letting our pets stay outside for various reasons. Such reasons are they had destroyed something in your house, or you still haven’t taught it where to dump. But, regardless of your reason, you still need to prepare if you leave your husky out at night. There are various threats that can trigger your husky’s senses, and these can make your pet howl uncontrollably. And when your husky has this behavior, especially at night, you may have problems with your neighbors due to disturbance. So, if you want to sleep at peace, make sure you follow the tips mentioned above!
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