I have to agree with Harka. Accidents happen and any large breed dog is more likely to cause damage than a smaller breed. That being the case you have to be aware of the dog and child anytime they are together. Some dogs will see the child as an invader on it's position in the pack, that spells trouble. When you get a puppy though the dog just sees itself as part of the pack and the child will be too, as long as they are given appropriate attention and get plenty of play time. (the puppy I mean) Puppies don't know their limits or bounds though, their teeth and nails are sharp, they jump and bite. This is not to hurt your kid, but they are going to do it. A 20 month old is not that much bigger than a few month old husky. I would suggest waiting for a larger breed, until your child is bigger than the dog is for the first months of it's life. Give it another year or so then the dog and the child can grow up together. Both learning the value of discipline, responsibility and friendship.
