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Dog Breeds You'd Get if Nothing Stood in Your Way
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tea cup poodle. I think they are too small from an ethical point of view, but if I knew they'd be healthy for a long time I'd definitely get one. They have everything going for them: small so they don't eat a lot or get in the way, don't shed, barely have any odor, and are smarter than most every other dog breed.
For non dogs:
A raccoon. Apparently they are domesticable and will walk around upright while holding your hand. How bad ass is that?
A fox. They are such beautiful animals and I'd love one of these Russian ones. But I can't afford it.
A hairless cat. I actually like cats a whole lot, but the hair and litter-box get in the way.
For non dogs:
A raccoon. Apparently they are domesticable and will walk around upright while holding your hand. How bad ass is that?
A fox. They are such beautiful animals and I'd love one of these Russian ones. But I can't afford it.
A hairless cat. I actually like cats a whole lot, but the hair and litter-box get in the way.
Shake Appeal
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Shiba Inu/Corgi/Vallhund.
Or an Icelandic Sheepdog.
God, I wanna dog.
Or an Icelandic Sheepdog.
God, I wanna dog.
Looks like a Brazilian Fila.Alpine Mastiff: (Extinct)
Edit: just found out that it's also called Brazilian Mastiff.
ImpalingNarwhal
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I've always liked Chows, but I've heard they are not the smartest dogs. My parents always had English Springer Spaniels, so I'm partial to them.
I feel like with as many dog shows as I've watched I should have known this.
You're killing me! So cute!
Empty Space
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I've always wanted an Australian Shepherd.
a border collie. They seem like the best, but I know they take a lot of work and need a lot of running around time. Maybe one day
I saw these posts and assume that for all of them the issue is largely one of the herding breeds' reputation for needing work.
While it's very true that all these dog are basically the most high energy dog breeds in my experience it's a little overblown how active they truly really are. A lot of it seems to come down the lineage and training of the dogs. If the dogs come from a line of primarily working dogs you're going to have a dog that needs to get those recommended 5 miles a day. However lines that are mostly for confirmation (traditional dog show) are noticeably more laid back. Generally speaking a respectable breeder is going to show their dogs at some kind of competition, so its not too hard to find the right line. Don't get me wrong though it's still a ton of dedication and work, but it's more manageable than people are led to believe. If you want one of these dog breeds because you want a dog that is more engaging then you have the right attitude and you'll be fine. Just never get one simply because of how they look or how smart you've heard they are.
I'm by no means an expert, but that's been my experience after two years of having a Mini Aussie and being exposed to a large variety of different dogs every weekend at a dog park.
Some Poodle mixes and wheaten terriers are hypo allergenic and don't shed. I had a wheaten as a kid and they're legitimately the best dogs
The Albatross
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I love all dogs. I love Boston Terriers because they're a great dog for my lifestyle... Active, fit, small, they don't bark much, are generally good with kids, don't shed. My Boston is just over 4-years-old and he's still super energetic. Even after long runs (well, 2mi) he's really amped up when guests come over for the first half hour, so I'll be glad when he (eventually) chills out over the next couple years.
But I also like large dogs, but I'm not sure if I could handle the short life span of many larger breeds. I absolutely love Boxers (basically Boston Terriers are miniature boxers), but the 8 - 10 year lifespan would bum me out almost every day. Really love Springer Spaniels for that medium size.
Fellow Boston owner. Here he is all geared up for football season:
(his smelly puppy blanket/bed that he carries around the house with him is crumbled up beside him)
We had to dog sit this blind toy poodle a couple weeks ago, and my dog was just like "man... get this guy away from me... I wanna sleep"
But I also like large dogs, but I'm not sure if I could handle the short life span of many larger breeds. I absolutely love Boxers (basically Boston Terriers are miniature boxers), but the 8 - 10 year lifespan would bum me out almost every day. Really love Springer Spaniels for that medium size.
Fellow Boston owner. Here he is all geared up for football season:
(his smelly puppy blanket/bed that he carries around the house with him is crumbled up beside him)
We had to dog sit this blind toy poodle a couple weeks ago, and my dog was just like "man... get this guy away from me... I wanna sleep"
Baron Doggystyle von Woof
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Swedish Vallhund. It's basically a husky/corgi.
My choice also. First I wanted a Corgi, but then I saw this breed.
Josh with a J
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Well since I keep seeing a lot of people say Shiba I guess it's a good time as any to post pics of mine
He was seriously the best wing-man you could ever ask for
He was seriously the best wing-man you could ever ask for
CapitalismSucks DonkeyBalls
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Thank you for the information. For me, though, I typically adopt through a shelter instead of a breeder and my local shelter carries multiple ACDs throughout the year (either full breed or mix) so determining their level of activity is harder I'd imagine. Plus, I have 3 cats and finding a dog that isn't predatory is difficult. After an ACD, I'd love a pug.
BertramCooper
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Just beware: Pretty much all of those gigantic dog breeds have tragically short life spans.
Empty Space
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Yeah the abandonment is a serious problem with ACDs, Border Collies, and Aussies because want a smart dog and have no idea what they are getting in to. There is a dedicated Aussie shelter in my area that is absolutely heart breaking. I don't even live close to a big city, but the place usually has about 30 dogs at a time.
Dice
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omg it's so adorableSwedish Vallhund. It's basically a husky/corgi.
Rabid-Coot
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and afghan hound:
Looks like a person in a fursuit almost.
Lionheart1827
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English Bulldog-lots of health problems but if I had tons of time and space and money to take care of it, I'd go there definitely.
Same issue with Huskies.
People buy them for their looks and their fluffiness as a puppy and they end up with super smart, independent house/yard destroying escape artists.
A bored Husky is a destroyed house/yard.
English Bulldog-lots of health problems but if I had tons of time and space and money to take care of it, I'd go there definitely.
You don't need much space for a Bulldog. They are lazy shits and lie around all day. :3
GifGafIsTheBestGaf
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Mobile Suit Gooch
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The Border Collie.
Lionheart1827
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True, my brother had one and she was such a moosh. I just dont have any time for any dog unfortunately
Long long work day (12+ hours).
30yearsofhurt
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Can't believe no-ones mentioned D Dog yet
bennywhatever
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I'm surprised no one has said Greyhound. I have one and they rule.
If I had to pick, it'd be the Dalmatian. We can't have one because we're not home enough to properly train it and let it out... they're pretty high maintenance.
If I had to pick, it'd be the Dalmatian. We can't have one because we're not home enough to properly train it and let it out... they're pretty high maintenance.
You are not kidding. My dad's at the point where he wants to borrow ours to take him to the park, just so he can chat-up women.
Staffs, staffs are awesome. I have one and he's brilliant. My sister has two dog de bordeux (the dog from turner and hooch). They are just brilliant fun. Utter loveable big lugs. One of them is enourmous though, he weighs about 170 pounds (not fat either). Gentle dogs though and surprisingly okay to walk as well.
The ultimate dog though, and banned in Britain, is the Argentinian dogo
These things are absolute beasts.
The ultimate dog though, and banned in Britain, is the Argentinian dogo
These things are absolute beasts.
Probably a Great Danebull. Mix of a pit and Great Dane with the Dane personality.
I've met a few and they are amazing.
Also, my dog is pretty fucking awesome. English Shepherd named Ronin. About 45 pounds. Early warning for people around the house and super affectionate. Incredible personality and always wants to play with other dogs. He is 7 now.
Here is is with Abita, out other dog, a 45 lb pit.
I'm not sure if I would get another pit again, not because she isn't amazing. She is. She is the most affectionate and gentle dog I have ever met. But the restrictions about where we can take her, the image of having her, and other things make life more difficult.
I've met a few and they are amazing.
Also, my dog is pretty fucking awesome. English Shepherd named Ronin. About 45 pounds. Early warning for people around the house and super affectionate. Incredible personality and always wants to play with other dogs. He is 7 now.
Here is is with Abita, out other dog, a 45 lb pit.
I'm not sure if I would get another pit again, not because she isn't amazing. She is. She is the most affectionate and gentle dog I have ever met. But the restrictions about where we can take her, the image of having her, and other things make life more difficult.
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These are cool.
True Savior
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Two labs
Megalosaro
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Newfoundland.
I'd be like penning a friendly bear
I'd be like penning a friendly bear
demosthenes
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Jesus, imagine how much food one of these can eat in a year.
Valkerionseven
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Corgi, Doberman, and or a Border Collie. All three are great. Had a Rottweiler so I kinda get how bigger/dogs people are intimidated by work but damn corgi's are charming as all heck and I usually hate the smaller stubby breeds.
kevo_huevo
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We have a cattle dog/corgi mix and a cattle dog (he's a bit on the small side though, 25 lbs give or take).
I would get more if nothing stood in my way. We already compete in flyball and agility, so basically we would form our own dog sport team. Give me all the cattle dogs!
LucidMomentum
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Swedish Vallhund. It's basically a husky/corgi.
Wait, are these dogs one can obtain without breeding?
I'd love a Huskcorgi, but I don't think it'd be ethical to go to a breeder for one.
I already have the dogs that I'd get if nothing stood in my way. Two Border Collies. One has a bit of Aussie in her along the way, much more human focused. The pup is a smooth hair Border Collie bred for cattle work.
The level of intelligence, athleticism, and eagerness to follow commands is unparalleled.
I do want to also get a Belgian Shepherd as well, probably a Malinois.
The level of intelligence, athleticism, and eagerness to follow commands is unparalleled.
I do want to also get a Belgian Shepherd as well, probably a Malinois.
Yeah, it is not a cross like that, this is a breed that has existed for a long while.
archangelmorph
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I pet one once. It was like touching a reggae concert. It was neat
Dog is like "....I made a huge mistake...:
Have a two year old.
She's my wife's, but she thinks she is mine. Nobody can come near me or she gets upset (I can no longer go to the dog park with them). My wife is the sheep, so she is always biting at my wife's heels.
VistraNorrez
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There are rescues out there that are breed specific (although often rescue other breeds as well). Here in New Jersey we have Husky House. And, unfortunately, a lot of people get huskies just because of their looks and cannot handle their personalities. So many end up in shelters. They of course get adopted very quickly. Check your local shelter's webpage and facebook pages often.
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