Getting a second GSD

Question
Hi there, we are thinking of getting a second GSD as a companion to our first.  
We have a 6yr spayed female and love the breed so much a second would be
double the fun.  My question is would a male or female be the better
companion.  We are looking at puppies and don't know which way to go.

Answer
Although many times 2 females work out just fine, it is the combination most likely to create problems even the most experienced can't solve.  Getting a male is the lowest risk step.  A 6 year old is unlikely to be interested a puppy, its sharp little teeth, and biting games.  There are plenty of slightly older dogs needing a home.  

One of the best sources for dogs with a predictable personality is the rescue dogs. These are dogs that lost their home, but were taken into a foster home to be retrained as necessary and placed in the right home for them. You may find a rescue near you starting at http://www.akc.org/breeds/rescue.cfm The rescues charge a fee to help cover their expenses, but is much less than the price of a puppy plus all its medical expenses the first year.  Also check www.petfinders.org