mumzer

Live in NY. Had one many years ago. The best with children and one of the best guard dog. Summer heat never bothered her. Don't remember any extra clean up from dog hair. People would comment about how beautiful she was and how she looked like a wolf. Her name was Shadow she was honey color.

janjj

I love love love huskies. Raised some years ago really to teach our children responsibility. Before we sold a puppy we house socialized them so if someone wanted to have them inside they were already on their way. It really depends on how you raise a dog. (any dog) My best friend said this " never let a puppy do anything you do not want them to do as an adult dog". That is sooo true. You do not teach the dog you teach the owner how to handle a dog. Obedience class is a great thing. Huskies are very intelligent but - due to what their real job is (pulling - if a musher wants to go a certain way the dog can detect danger and will not do as owner wants !) So they do have a mind of their own! They just need training. They are very good with kids. We had one man that told us his dog would snap at him when he was feeding him and trying to play with him as he was eating. All I asked was "Do you play with your young children when they are eating?" The dog was only protecting his food.
the shedding - yes there is some BUT perhaps a short time a few days a week will conquer that. and Spring is the worst time as they are shedding their insulation! They are also a hardy dog.
Another tip for animals and humans - Calcium Bentonite Clay (some every day, internal and external) helps wonders.
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Have fun looking for the right dog for you.
Janice

Mariposa

I had a mini husky/wolf mix. She was an awesome pet! Very smart, and sweet. She was great with my kids, and visitors. Loved it when she would "sing", as she was usually quiet. In the back yard (fenced) she loved to pick her own berries, and dig her carrot treats as well. She did protect her food too. But I would have another one in a minute!!

Butterfli19

Thank you everyone, for your responses. It sounds like they are truly a good breed and will mix well with the family. I'll let you know what happens...

Butterfli19

So I've been talking with you all and with coworkers who have dogs and some have mentioned that when you work all day, it's better to have two pups to keep each other company. I'm sure there's truth in that, but TWO?

The two pups would be a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Siberian Husky. I have a small New Englander style house but about 1/4 acre that could be electric fenced, with a treed area and open area where they could run free. I also live in New Hampshire so the husky would love these winters. It's me, my 27 yod, her 3 yos, and my 21 yos who live here.

Those of you who have done this, or who have a menagerie of pets, please tell me your stories.

Tartan

​I have heard you should always get 2 beagles but I don't know about other breeds.

LindaR

I pondered this too...DH was against 2...our yoyo goes on the golf cart with us and loves her cat playmate but I was really hitting for a #2 dog but glad he talked me out of it...

quiltsRfun

We rescued a beagle and she was so lonely we rescued a companion for her. Worked out great, they're inseparable. We love to see them playing together. But it's double the expense for vet fees, vaccinations, boarding, etc. The expense wasn't an issue until now that we're approaching retirement and less income.

jrhboxers

There is a huge benefit with having two dogs instead of one. Dogs are pack animals, so always enjoy the company. When they have energy, they help wear each other out. A bored dog is a destructive dog. They always have someone to play with when you are busy. Not a lot more work, not a lot more time, but it does make for an easier household.

Sandygirl

I think you have plenty of humans to deal with, IMHO. If the dogs are left alone all day long five days a week, perhaps...but not sure what your household would be like with toddlers, etc. in the home. Which dog do you currently have? Quite a size difference between the ones mentioned. "Who" really is pitching the 2 dog household? I am suspecting other agendas here. Think this through and since it sounds like YOU are the head of the household, your vote counts more. Sorry.

1/4 acre is not a lot of space for a husky. They are bred to RUN. Not fair to a sled dog to be confined. Electric fences are not foolproof either. I suspect that the Husky is not the dog of the house nor is it living there already if you are considering accommodating a request. Hmmmm.

Btw, it is just me and my DH, two dogs of similar size, large fenced in yard with a dog door. Works for us. But we are not sharing our home with adult children (who come and go as they please...likely) and small children who need to be watched around pets for safety reasons. You have a lot of human dynamics in your home.

sandy