I have done a lot of work on recall with Marley on lead, the next sensible step IMO is too try him in an enclosed field, he would have to be tried off lead at some point and that was the safer option. I will continue to work with him but I am convinced even with the best trainer in the world, Marley will only come back if he chooses to. Although the breed have similar traits, huskies have different personalities and I know my dog! Granted, his recall will improve with practise (and it has improved) but I could never rely on it 100%. I have no need to worry about gates being left open etc. It is a private field that only we are allowed to use. I have walked all round the perimeter and blocked all possible exits so I am sure it is safe. I agree with James. Marley and Buddy get time to chase and run and play. As I said, Marley is on a 100ft lead! Buddy isn't because he has good recall. I have accepted that I will never be allowed to let Marley or Buddy off lead. We knew that was a possibility before we got a husky.