Huskys are physically strong dogs who also have strong personalities. Your dog needs more exercise. A hearty, athletic dog such as this requires more physically challenging exercise than many breeds. Finding an activity that matches what your dog was bred to do is always the most helpful, and if you can find a small sled or a mule cart you could attach a light load to it for help. Another tip is the doggy backpack. You fill up the sides with water bottles or anything slightly weighted and the daily walks will have a dramatic effect. Doggy backpacks not only help eliminate extra energy, but they force the dog to focus more, aiding in mental exercise. Just do your research first so you can find that will fit correctly.
To train a husky, you need some skills. It's best to practice on a beginner dog, such as a lab or golden retriever, before you try working with a dog who's more willful. With all dogs, you have to have some sensitivity to their mistakes, but with the husky, you must be confident. It's the difference of asking them to do something and hoping they will and plainly telling them to do it and knowing they will. Be direct with your hand signals and speak loud and clear. Remain calm the whole time and hold yourself assertively.
There are other areas in your and your dogs life where you will also need to assert yourself. Meals are one; always eat first and serve him second. Another is property. Don't allow him to jump onto the couch or bed without and invitation. To teach this, ask him to come when he's up there and have him sit and stay while you sit where he was. Wait a few seconds, then pat the area and say "come". Praise and treat him and repeat as much as necessary. The last major rule is to never let him lead in walks. Continually turn around and retreat 10 feet back towards home each time he pulls. If you need further insurance, ask him to sit and stay before continuing.
With enough exercise, this breed will be more receptive to your lessons. If he isn't a little worn out after a walk, he needs more. Dogs should be walked for one hour every day. If you go the doggy backpack route, you can decrease this to 45 minutes.
