I just got a puppy I was told at the time it was an aussie...

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Answer by Tanisha
Submitted on 4/27/2004
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I don't know if it would be but I think it's possible. Huskies love to hunt and tend to beat up on animals smaller than them.(specifically cats) However, I've noticed my Huskies have a different attitude towards larger animals. We have horses and when I let my dogs loose, they try to heard them! One problem, though, is that they are independent and can be tough to train to come while off lease. They would rather run away. They are very sweet to humans so they wouldn't be good to guard sheep from humans but if they saw a wolf or of the like lurking around, they wouldn't even hesitate to tear them apart. I'd say you should try it. I honestly think it would work. The biggest problem I would foresee is the "coming on command" issue. But it is part aussie and that might help. Well, good luck! Tanisha

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Question by Tia
Submitted on 4/20/2004
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I just got a puppy I was told at the time it was an aussie sheppherd. When I pick him up He most diffently has huskie in him. I was getting to be a work dog to help tend and protect our sheep. Is this possible

Answer by Meeka's Mom
Submitted on 5/1/2004
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Huskies have a high prey drive and will "chase" the sheep. The best chance of seeing any herding success with a mixed breed with husky is that if the other breed's traits outweigh the husky traits. They are free thinkers and don't take instruction well. They are also runners and will take any opportunity to take a tour of the neighborhood, possibly not returning home right away. This can be dangerous to any small game or pets, including chicken and other small farm animals and could lead to trouble for you. If you're depending upon this particular dog to provide a herding service to you perhaps you should come up with Plan B. Good luck to you!

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