A woman from Utah got a Siberian husky thinking he would be the best running companion, but it didn't exactly go as expected.
In a viral video shared on Instagram on Wednesday under the username @lifewithsnowdogs, the poster can be seen running in the park with her husky, Leo, who initially manages to keep up with her, but soon gets tired.
"POV [point of view]: you get a husky so you have the perfect running buddy. But you end up with the non-athletic kind," she writes in the clip.
"Slowly trying to work up his endurance, but how did I get the non-sled dog version," the caption adds.
The poster, Samery Moras, told Newsweek: "I got a husky to match my active lifestyle and one of the activities we do is trail running—except he is not a long-distance athlete and often gets tired after the first mile—quite un-husky like! And yes, this is no matter the weather!
"I'm passionate about sharing the joys and chaos of life with huskies and love documenting our adventures on social media."
While some dog breeds are naturally more energetic than others, their activity levels ultimately depend on their unique personality.
According to Vet Help Direct, the breeds that are generally considered to be among the most active in the canine world include the Hungarian Vizsla, a sleek and energetic breed originally used for hunting; and the Doberman Pinscher, a loyal and intelligent dog with a strong working background.
Weimaraners are another high-energy option, requiring both mental and physical stimulation. For those looking for a smaller dog, working cocker spaniels and Jack Russell terriers offer plenty of stamina in more compact bodies.
Larger breeds like Rhodesian Ridgebacks, Labrador retrievers, and flat-coated retrievers also make great companions for active owners, with Labradors particularly suited to family life.
Border collies, known for their intelligence, excel in training and dog sports like agility and fly-ball, but require significant time and engagement.
The posted delighted users across the platform. One user, Lee_verschuren, commented: "The showroom model, you can take it for a spin, just not anything about a faster walk."
Kimberlywirfs said: "SAME!!! One of my two will pull off her collar and run home so she doesn't have to continue the walk. We literally only get down the street."
Richardsonshawna wrote: "Mine do that when they get sick of running the same trail. Sometimes I have to drive to a random neighborhood and run from there lol."
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