This is what you do.
1.) Bring home a Norwegian Elkhound puppy. Wife will fall in love immediately. You can tell her it's a baby bear if she claims she doesn't want another dog.
2.) It will grow up to be a very smart, intelligent pet that bonds closely to its family. They are a little independent, but as long as you are the clearly the alpha, no dog is more loyal and loving.
3.) Ride around in your truck and enjoy! If you drive in a rough area, get several and potential vandals or "homies" will swear you have a pack of timber wolves and run.