I like the Husky idea due to their working abilities, even though I probably will never put mine to work. I dont need a dog to fight or subdue others, (it would be cool) but I would be happy with just a pet AND a watch dog who barks at strangers. Hell, even my daughter's Chihuahuah/Pekingnese barks at strangers. As long as they dont see him, they are intimidated haha.