Cross Breeds

Strong dog breeds that are good with other dogs?

Does anyone know any strong dog breeds like a pitbull for example, but that are better with other dogs? Because my boyfriend has a husky I have always thought the pitbull was a beautiful dog and I love it's look, how it seems almost intimidatting yet it is very loveable I would prefer medium size and I have been learning through research pitbulls can get dog aggressive later in life, so I would like a dog like the pitbull but more dog friendly towards our husky

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1. Well trained dogs will get on with other well trained dogs by and large.
2. Is there a reason that you cite the American Pit Bull Terrier as a "strong dog breed?" They can be used in weight pulling, yes, but there are much more powerful breeds out there, so I wouldn't really use them as an example of the strongest dogs around. There are a lot more criteria you may want to consider. What size dog are you looking for? For instance, the APBT is medium. The Siberian Husky is large. Do you have any preferences about coat? Short, coarse, long, silky, curly? How much exercise can you provide on a daily basis? Are you able to handle a domineering, challenging dog, or would you prefer a more deferential, malleable dog? Are you looking for a more independent dog or a Velcro dog that always wants to be with you? Does the dog need to be trustworthy around small animals? Kids? Strangers? The elderly? Do you have any particular hang-ups that have to be considered, like about slobber or something?
3. Huskys and pitbulls can get along together without a problem. I volunteer at the local humane society and we have had many pitbulls come thru and they got along fine with husky's. Also, I have owned one of each breed. My pitt loved my german shepherd mix. But then, he loved every dog he met. He loved people and dogs and everything else was fair game to him. In my opinion, nearly every dog can get grumpy later in life if they aren't raised properly. I don't see the breed as a big issue. Today at the humane society, I walked an old black lab mix of some sort who had a lot of pitbull in him. He is very intimidating to look at but the first thing he does when I go into his cage is put his paws on my chest and lick my face. He does that to everybody I guess. Good luck.
4. Actually in the case of the boyfriend's husky, Id be inclined to say it's the Husky that might pose the problem.. Huskies are a strange breed in that they were developed to work with other dogs closely, but yet, developed in an area where food was scarce and only the top dogs survived.. so they are also very competitive and tend to be dominant by nature If your BFs husky was socialized as a puppy then you should have no problems with a 2nd dog, specifically a "strong" breed, however if the husky isnt socialized, you are probably going to end up with a problem As always, bring the husky to the adoption shelter, or breeder to meet the sire and dam and pups- evaluate the Husky and see how he does, any tail raising, posturing, dominance play, growling should be noted.. As for breeds, medium size includes the German Shepherd and Alaskan Malamutes you know? I have 2 malamutes (well one is breed standard and one is "giant") and I can tell you that Malamutes tend to get along with Huskies quite well- same environmental tolerances (cold and heat), same exercise needs, same breed mentality/mindset) And as far as strong, The Alaskan Malamute is VERY strong! Bred to pull heavy freight they are well muscled, solid and compact with thick bone structure, alot like the Pit! The difference is, they are allowed on your homeowner's insurance policy, unlike the pit! Also, they are not guard dogs at all, so if you are looking for a guardian dog, the Mal is not right for you.
5. The question "Strong dog breeds that are good with other dogs?" I thought, STRONG breed...St. Bernard, as they can pull carts and are great w/other dogs. Basset Hounds are strong dogs, and they are short & they do get along w/dogs, but won't keep up w/ a husky's energy. How 'bout a lab or GSD mix from your local shelter, you can take the husky in and see if it a match. Labs and GSD's have lots of energy and come in a variety of sizes.