LOL! my, my! Reading this makes siberians sound like the Dogs of Hell! Yup, they do come with their own challenges, but on the plus side, they're quiet & clean. Dirt falls off their fur because of an oil in it They have little odor (except when they catch skunks), and aside from when they blow coat, their coat is easy to care for. They are fun-loving, a little mischevious, and are good people dogs, they like to be with you. You just have to do your homework & prepare yourself and their enviornment properly. As mentioned, go to a good breeder who certifies hips & eyes. Juvenile cataracts, retinal detachment, and hip dysplasia can be inherited and show up in this breed. I didn't know anything about them when we got our first, but we learned quickly, and I just love these sibes. It does sound like you have several things to carefully consider.