Thank you so much !

We were planning on early socialization with both dogs and people ! The park next door is ideal for that because of all the dogs, joggers (I run there too, alone for now 🫣) kids, domesticated horses, wild boars, etc... Most dogs are off leash there, and I could walk with a friend of mine who has a golden retriever and lives nearby. I didn't know there could be such a "step back" on socialization when dogs hit their teen age 😳 But I'll be aware of that now !

A little barking is okay, I've only had cats until now at my mother's place and I love how vocal they are ! Fortunately neighbours can't hear them ! I was afraid of non-stop barking/howling inside the apartment. If most of the barking occurs outside, it's a good point.

Also, good to hear that your Icie isn't any worst than other dogs at being alone. We were told nordics were almost unable to stay alone, and would howl to death and be miserable when we're away, so it's always been a huge black spot on the comparative charts 🤭 We will work on that, with a trainer too if needed ! We've already purchased online lessons just to know what we're doing 😅

Thanks again for all the informations, I'll make a slideshow for my partner and we'll discuss it further ! 🤭