Siberian huskies
By Sammuurai 7:23 AM sliderSiberian huskies are tasked with travelling long distances in some pretty harsh conditions. It's a good thing that they have some traits that seems to make them perfect for this.
Perhaps the most interesting trait of theirs is the fact that, much to the envy of us humans, they can actually control their own metabolism! This let's them run for hours while burning energy but preserving their fat stores, preventing them from getting fatigued.
These dogs were built for the Arctic. They have a double-layered coat which keeps them warm in even the harshest of weather. They are thought to be able to survive temperatures as low as -50 Fahrenheit. Their toes are also very well furred, keeping them warm as they trot through the snow.
Siberian huskies also have very strong claws, granting them better traction on the slippery surfaces they often run on. One more cool thing about these beautiful animals? Their howl can be heard up to 10 miles away!
