[sunnygirl16]

I already have a golden retriever and love her with all my heart, I play with her everyday and I walk her a lot but I always feel so bad when I have to leave for school and my mom goes to work (parents are divorced) and she's left by herself. I really want another puppy my mom doesn't think I'm serous about it ( but it took me 4 years for me to get my mom to get me my first dog) and just says no. I know I could take of this dog but my mom says I won't but I was only 7 when I got my first dog so it makes sense I couldn't take care of her completely the first time but now I pretty much do everything for my dog. Please help me get my puppy. I really want a Husky or another golden.

[Wondergirl]

So you want two dogs to be left alone most of the day? You "pretty much" do everything for your dog? What don't you do? I don't get why you want a second dog.

[Silverfoxkit]

Why is it that you want a husky? Because they are pretty or because you know about the breed itself?

As a husky owner I can assure you that they are NOT good impulse dogs, or dogs to get just because "they are so pretty" or because "they look like wolves.", or any other superficial reason.

Honestly, I don't think you are ready to own a husky.

Huskies are highly energetic dogs, working dogs that need to be kept busy most of the time, time which you do not yet have to dedicate yet. A bored, lonely husky can be a destructive husky. Boredom and pent up energy is a recipe for trouble, both for you and the dog.

Huskies shed an inevitable mountain of hair about bi-annually. Will you or your mom, who does not want a dog to begin with, be able to handle when the dog "blows its coat?" And when I say mountain, I mean fists full at a time, not your typical breed loose hairs here and there.

Huskies are diggers by nature. It's in their blood. You may be able to curb it by giving them a designated digging zone, but its doubtful you will break it. If you or your mom values a hole free lawn, then this breed is off your list.

Huskies require a lot of training and have a deep set desire to run. The most well trained huskies can never, ever be trusted off leash. Their legs and need to run can quickly get them lost or into serious danger.

Knowing this breed and hearing how reluctant your mother is, I would highly suggest against this breed. If your mother isn't prepared for another dog I can only see getting this breed as turning into a disaster for you and the dog. Do your research on any breed before considering or actually getting it, and either adopt or always get from a reputable breeder to ensure sound health and temperament.

[Alty]

Are you paying for this dog? Are you going to pay for it's food, supplies, vet bills, shots, nuetering or spaying? A dog is a huge expense, it requires more then just walking and playing with it.

Bottom line, it's your mothers house, your mothers money, and your mothers decision. Be happy with the dog you have, do your best to care for her. When you have your own house you can get as many dogs as you want.

Good luck.