We haven't had a puppy here in almost six years. Earle was the last puppy and if I have my way, there will never be another puppy here again! All the other dogs have arrived as adults. I find it so much easier. Housetraining an older dog is a breeze. Do it just like you would with a puppy, but it usually takes about a third as long. Most of my adults housetrained themselves without every having an accident in the house.

What kind of purebred are you thinking of? I have lots of contacts with husky & malamute rescues if you decide to go with another Northern breed.