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Tucker the Mucker.

The Housebreaking Blues

I've heard about huskys being thick-headed, reading that obedience classes are almost a must, but never did I think it would be like this! I never knew of a dog to be this dominant, this hard-headed...

Rachel? Meet the world of a pack dog.

By the way, I'm Rachel and I'm Tucker's parent. Nice to meet you.

I've never had a real pack dog like a husky. My life was always filled with toy poodles and everything that came with them, like frilly bows and grooming like you wouldn't believe. What made me step into the husky world? My husband.
My husband, Chris, has always been in love with huskys, but I don't think he even realized how much work this is. He is active duty in the Air Force and I stay at home, making me the one having to deal with all the training. With two little kids, this is tough work, but is getting done.
Tucker is doing well with puppy pads, but he almost refuses to go outside. He would prefer to run and play. The wind shakes him, thunder is an all out fear, and rain is despised. Our weather is not helping this situation.
We plan on getting Tucker enrolled into some doggy obedience school, which my husband will be taking him to. Before that, I'm trying the sit/stay with him to no avail. All I really want is the housebreaking. That's all I ask for.

Please, Tuck. I know you understand the concept. You just choose not to do it.