Should I Get Another Dog? The Great Fur-Filled Debate

 

Every once in a while, I start thinking... should I get another dog?

Then my brain immediately reminds me of my old husky.

Huskies are beautiful dogs. They're smart, energetic, loyal, and have enough hair to knit an entire winter wardrobe for a small village.

I swear I could vacuum the house and five minutes later it looked like someone exploded a giant fur pillow in every room.

And let's talk about their energy.

You don't own a husky. A husky owns you.

You aren't taking the husky for a walk. The husky has decided you're going for a run whether you wanted to or not.

A husky wakes up every morning with one mission:

"How can I make this human exercise against his will today?"

At this point in my life, I don't know if I have the patience to train another one.

I don't need a dog that can jump fences, escape the yard, and look back at me with a smile that says, "Catch me if you can."

So what kind of dog should I get?

I know a few things.

I don't want a tiny dog that's going to bark at every leaf that falls from a tree.

I don't want a giant dog that thinks it's a horse and takes up the entire back seat.

I want a medium-sized buddy I can take everywhere.

One that says, "Hey, let's go for a ride."

Not one that says, "Let's run 18 miles through the woods before breakfast."

After doing some serious imaginary research while sitting comfortably in my chair, here are my top choices.

1. Pomsky

It's basically a husky that hit the shrink button.

You still get some of the husky looks without needing to prepare for an Olympic training program every day.

Plus, they are small enough to take just about anywhere.

2. Mini Goldendoodle

Friendly.

Smart.

Easygoing.

Everybody likes them.

They're the type of dog that acts like they've known every stranger for twenty years.

3. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Great companion dog.

Happy to ride in the truck, sit next to you, and simply enjoy life.

They don't demand a cross-country expedition every afternoon.

4. Cocker Spaniel

Good size.

Friendly personality.

Enjoys being around people without acting like a furry tornado.

5. Mini Australian Shepherd

This one is on thin ice.

They're beautiful and smart, but they still have a lot of energy.

Better than a husky for me, but I'd have to be ready to keep them busy.

Honestly, I think I've reached that age where I appreciate a dog that matches my personality.

I don't need chaos anymore.

I don't need a dog that can outsmart me.

I don't need a dog that can run faster than my truck.

I just want a best friend.

One that's happy to jump in the passenger seat, go to the hardware store, watch me work around the house, and maybe supervise while I pretend I know exactly what I'm doing.

Because let's be honest...

Every dog eventually becomes the supervisor anyway.

And no matter what breed I choose, I already know one thing for certain.

Within a week, I'll be talking to the dog like it's another person.

"Come on, buddy."

"Want to go for a ride?"

"Don't tell your mother I gave you an extra treat."

The dog won't answer.

But somehow, I'll still think we had a complete conversation.

Maybe that's why dogs are so great.

They're the only friends that never interrupt your stories, never judge your mistakes, and somehow make every day a little better.

Now the only problem left is this...

Who's going to stop me from bringing home another husky because they have those blue eyes and know exactly how to trick people?

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