Judging by numerous reviews, of all the dog breeds used by Russian hunters, the West Siberian husky is the most beloved and popular. Despite the fact that this breed is considered relatively young, it is universal and unpretentious. Hunting with a husky can be successful both for a furry animal, and for an ungulate animal, and even a bear. This dog is an indispensable helper. Information about the features of hunting in Siberia with likes is contained in the article.
Acquaintance with the breed
According to experts, on huskies, unlike other dog breeds, civilization had the least impact. This breed is not more than fifty years old. Huskies did not depart far from their wild ancestors. This is the only breed of dogs whose appearance the person has not yet been able to change. Instincts remained unchanged: mating and childbirth occur without the participation of people. The homeland of these dogs is Western Siberia and the Urals.
About the features of hunting
With this breed you can hunt for six months. Many dog owners begin fishing from the opening of the season on birds. Hunting with a husky ends simultaneously with the closure of the period in which the production of fur animals is allowed. The high popularity of the breed is due to its exceptional performance characteristics, which gives a person the opportunity to hunt different types of game. Laika is an almost universal hunting dog.
However, according to experts, such a statement is not entirely true. Each representative of this breed has its own specialization, namely, when producing which type of animal, the dog is most effective. The high effectiveness of hunting with a husky will depend on what kind of game the owner drags it to and takes with it most often to fishing. Therefore, a change in game should be accompanied by retraining of the animal. However, according to experts, after hunting with a husky on an elk or any other large animal, the dog will take weakly game and small animals. Conversely, a husky trained on birds and other small game is not recommended for large animals.
Like Bear
The prey of this beast is considered fascinating and at the same time very dangerous. Experienced hunters recommend taking large, gambling and vicious dogs with them. The four-legged companion on such a hunt is in danger. Therefore, the like should be enough nimble. The dog’s task is to delay the predator until the owner arrives. First, huskies take the trail of the beast and silently walk along it. They become aggressive when they overtake a bear.
Dodging paw kicks, huskies push on game. Experienced hunters recommend first removing collars from dogs. Otherwise, the claws of the beast can catch the strap, which will lead to the death of the husky. Often, two or three huskies are taken per bear.
Wild boar hunting
In Russia, several species of this wild beast are being mined: Central Asian, European-Asian, Mongolian and Far Eastern. The mass of the smallest representatives varies between 60-100 kg. A large individual can weigh 3 centners. The shooting of the beast can be carried out by the corral, from the "ambush" and from the tower on the feeding platform. Especially popular is the hunt for wild boars with huskies. Dog owners must first be trained properly. The task of the four-legged assistant is to keep the beast in place, and then drive the hunter. Since the wild boar is quite large and very aggressive, preference should be given to brisk and fast likes. Despite the fact that attacking the beast is not included in the list of tasks of this dog, it should be able to physically resist the wounded and even more dangerous boar. For this type of hunting, huskies who have not yet turned one year old are not recommended.
According to experts, to successfully resist a wild beast, physical efforts alone will not be enough. The dog must be prepared psychologically. Therefore, it is advisable to take mature, fast and strong ones on the boar of huskies.
With a dog on ungulates
The task of the four-legged assistant is to quietly follow the trail, and upon discovering the game, we bark to notify the person. For hunting moose with a husky, dogs with good hearing, sight and smell are chosen. Since the elk can overcome up to 30 km in one hour, the like must be hardy. Previously, the dog must be well trained. Hunting will be effective if a husky knows how to distinguish between tracks of a hooked one, without confusing them with tracks left by other animals.
Finding a moose, the dog begins to bark. A man approaches the beast at a distance shot. Often, hunters betray their presence by this, and the beast escapes. A barking dog distracts an elk. If the hoofed animal tries to leave, the husky runs in circles, trying to grab it by the face. The dog for this type of hunting must be taken nimble. Otherwise, she may get a strong hoof blow.
About using a dog for small game
Judging by numerous reviews, hunting with a like for marten and squirrel has gained great popularity. The four-legged assistant searches for a small animal “on circles.” The task of the dog is to give game the opportunity to prove itself through test hacking or other active actions. For hunting the marten, huskies must have excellent response and hearing. The slightest movement and the smallest rustle of the animal should not go unnoticed.
After the animal has betrayed itself, the four-legged friend makes a bark with a different timbre. This is a conditional sign for the owner that the game is detected. If the animal is not found in the indicated place, the dog will step aside and continue all over again. Having disturbed the animal, the husky with excitement should lead him to the place of retreat, in which the hunter fires a shot.
The dog performs the compression of the trophy in the teeth specifically - often biting it. This method prevents damage to the skin. Then the four-legged assistant carries the shot animal to the hunter. After the command “Give it back!” the dog throws the game at the feet of man. A similar procedure is carried out during the hunt with a husky sable. The dog also takes the track of the animal and continues to track it. A four-legged friend has to work in a large space. Therefore, for sable hunting, a husky is taken that is capable of barking very loudly.
About poultry
This breed is very effective for hunting grouse and capercaillie. Silently silently, the dog determines the place where the game hid. Then makes a rapid leap towards the bird. She breaks away and flies away. The dog’s task is to bark to tell the owner in which direction the game has disappeared, and then the place of its new landing.
A man can only approach the distance of the shot and lower the hook. The trophy is brought to the owner by his four-legged companion.
About the use of dogs in water
Many hunters take huskies on waterfowl. The dog’s task is to detect the game that has settled in the reeds, to sneak up as close to it as possible, and then frighten off.
With these actions, the like brings the bird to the line of fire. After the shot, the dog must find the trophy and bring it to its owner.