I have been thinking about getting a dog for a very long time but I cant decide which breed would be right for me . I have always loved winter type dogs like huskies,samoyeds or alaskan malamutes. They are very beautiful for me. Unfortunately I live in a region where it snows during the winter but the summers are VERY hot so I am afraid that the dog might suffer during the hot weather . Also I was wondering how much exercise do dogs like this need? I probably wont have a big yard when I get one. I will have 1-2 hours of time to take it out and exercise it daily.I am also afraid that the dog might suffer in an apartment. How do they react when they live in smaller apartments?Other types of dog I really like are golden retrievers too. My uncle had one for a long time and it was one of the best dogs I ever played with. Seemed very nice and good natured. Also great with kids it seems to me. Which breed would you recommend for me ?