Should we get another dog??

Question

So I need advice from all your dog lovers. My husband and I have a 5 month old baby and a small dog. She's a mix with yorkie. This dog is my dog and naturally my husband wants a big dog. He wants a german Shepard husky mix. He's found a litter and they're very reasonable. My dilemma is that we have a very small yard and a small house. Our house is only 1200 square feet and our neighbors house is literally 8 feet away from ours. So I'm concerned on where this huge dog is going to be able to run off its energy and I know when dogs arent able to get their energy out that they can become destructive. What would u do in our situation???

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My house is 1200 sqft not including the finished basement, and I have 2 Bernese Mountain Dog/Weimaraner mixes. Our yard is decent, they’re able to run around enough out there. BUT I will say, be prepared for all that hair, dirt, dust and dander 😂 I feel like no matter how much I clean there is always dog hair or dust, and I only noticed it more after getting our second one. I love our dogs but it does drive me nuts sometimes.

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I would not get the dog. But if you're going to get the dog set the rules for who will be the main provider for said dog. It will need to be walked and played with every single day. And I'm not talking normal dog play and walks. Huskies are the cutest most chaotic furballs of energy you will ever deal with. They are smart and need constant mental stimulation or they will eat your couch. Maybe YouTube some unique puzzles or tricks and make him work for his food! Good luck!

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Just be sure you commit to taking it for walks. A short run around a small yard is not nearly enough so taking it for walks is a must or getting it used to a dog park would be great too if you aren't big on exercise.

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Also, depending on where you live climate wise, a husky might not be the best choice

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Bigger dogs can cope well in smaller houses provided they get enough exercise. Both breeds need a LOT of exercise, German Shepherds are predisposed to hip and back problems and Huskeys tend to be garden diggers. If you're able to take on that kind of commitment then sure, but otherwise I'd suggest a different breed.

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German Shepards and huskies have both been known to be good with kids. Just make sure kiddo doesn't do things like pull the tail too much or try and stick little fingers in doggo's mouth

Should we get another dog??

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