I agree that it is a long time for such a young pup to be in a crate. Husky's especially crave that interaction with their humans when they have no one else. As suggested look into a dog walker and/or daycare. Of course a lot of people have full time jobs and get puppies but if it's not done right many of these dogs have behavioral problems from missing out on such critical socialization and training time.
As far as the gym you could always work out a schedule with your husband where you go one day and he goes another or you both go the same day but different times that way the pup has time to spend individually with both of you.
Just keep in mind that Husky's (most dogs for that matter) are very destructive when bored. Not to mention will have pent up energy from being in the crate all day so be prepared to play, train, play! Good luck.
As far as the gym you could always work out a schedule with your husband where you go one day and he goes another or you both go the same day but different times that way the pup has time to spend individually with both of you.
Just keep in mind that Husky's (most dogs for that matter) are very destructive when bored. Not to mention will have pent up energy from being in the crate all day so be prepared to play, train, play! Good luck.
