And since I didn't know where to post this

[.sarah]

why dont you think a cocker would fit??

a poodle may fit also.... if you have time for the grooming needs. but you have to teach them not to bark. TOY poodles like to bark.

I've actually seen more barky Standard Poodles than Toy. The Toys/Miniatures tend to be quiet ... at least where I work lol. Besides, she wants a big dog

[CagneyDog]

I don't think what she's asking is that picky. She wants a large dog that is obedient, needs minimul exercise and doesn't bark much.

I was actually going to suggest a Lab. How come you don't like them?

[.sarah]

I don't think what she's asking is that picky. She wants a large dog that is obedient, needs minimul exercise and doesn't bark much.

I was actually going to suggest a Lab. How come you don't like them?

I was wondering the same thing. You said you like Retrievers but you don't like Labs and Goldens? Retrievers are so much alike. Flat Coats, Goldens, and Labs have extremely close personalities and Chessies are close as well but are slightly more reserved.

[Giselle]

Re: Retired Racers- ALL adopters are told to NEVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER let their Greyhounds off lead! E V E R! Nearly all adopters are required to sign a contract that states they will never let their Greyhound off lead unless in a fully fenced area. I signed one

Sequoia (Greyhound Daddy's grey) is indeed left off lead at the bench, and this topic has become a rather controversial issue because, technically, it is a breach of contract. However, most beach areas are below standard ground level and the dog will need to climb up a rocky hill to escape. As well, there is usually a lack of prey-like animals at the beach to chase. For these reasons and more, many Greyhound owners choose to let their retired racers off lead at the beach. I myself have brought Giselle to the beach and offlead trails:


I do so because I have extreme confidence in her recall and I have scouted these areas in and out and have found very few (if any) prey animals to chase. But if you're looking for a dog who can follow you to the mailbox off lead, don't get a Grey. If you're looking for a dog who can jog with you without a leash on, don't get a Greyhound. If you're looking for a dog who will not bolt out of the door when you open it, don't get a Greyhound. If you're looking for a dog who won't escape from the yard when you accidently leave it unlocked, don't get a Greyhound. But if you're looking for a gentle giant who's always ready to cuddle near you and give you a decade of laughs, please do look into Greyhounds

[.sarah]

Re: Retired Racers- ALL adopters are told to NEVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER EVER let their Greyhounds off lead! E V E R! Nearly all adopters are required to sign a contract that states they will never let their Greyhound off lead unless in a fully fenced area. I signed one

Sequoia (Greyhound Daddy's grey) is indeed left off lead at the bench, and this topic has become a rather controversial issue because, technically, it is a breach of contract. However, most beach areas are below standard ground level and the dog will need to climb up a rocky hill to escape. As well, there is usually a lack of prey-like animals at the beach to chase. For these reasons and more, many Greyhound owners choose to let their retired racers off lead at the beach. I myself have brought Giselle to the beach and offlead trails:


I do so because I have extreme confidence in her recall and I have scouted these areas in and out and have found very few (if any) prey animals to chase. But if you're looking for a dog who can follow you to the mailbox off lead, don't get a Grey. If you're looking for a dog who can jog with you without a leash on, don't get a Greyhound. If you're looking for a dog who will not bolt out of the door when you open it, don't get a Greyhound. If you're looking for a dog who won't escape from the yard when you accidently leave it unlocked, don't get a Greyhound. But if you're looking for a gentle giant who's always ready to cuddle near you and give you a decade of laughs, please do look into Greyhounds

Just wanted to comment that I think that was a sweet post

[.powerful]

I was wondering the same thing. You said you like Retrievers but you don't like Labs and Goldens? Retrievers are so much alike. Flat Coats, Goldens, and Labs have extremely close personalities and Chessies are close as well but are slightly more reserved.

I don't hate them, they are just so common.


Thanks everyone for your input.

[.sarah]

I don't hate them, they are just so common.


Thanks everyone for your input.

I hate it when people say that. Just because a breed is common you'd not consider it for yourself? Labs and Goldens are wonderful dogs. (This isn't directed at you, just in general )

[.powerful]

I hate it when people say that. Just because a breed is common you'd not consider it for yourself? Labs and Goldens are wonderful dogs. (This isn't directed at you, just in general )

Sorry, I didn't mean to offend you. Don't get me wrong, I think they're beautiful dogs. I love my roomates Golden, and I love all of the Lab's and Goldens that are on PT. Just out of all of the breeds they wouldn't be my first pick. However, If I was to go to a shelter and fall in love with one, I wouldn't hesitate taking it home. But if I am going to a breeder I want to get a breed I am totally 100% in love with.

[CagneyDog]

I hate it when people say that.

Yeah same. They all have different personalities

[.powerful]

I know.

Keep the suggestions coming.

[Suki Wingy]

I'm with you .powerful! I just can't get past the fact that they have been #1 registered UK ans US for so many years and with like 10,000 more than #2. Also, they are usually reall, "Hello, I love you!" type dogs, and I like a dog who is a pit suspicious of strangers. I said no cocker because first she said medium to large size and cocker s are small/small-medium, they need grooming more often, and they need lots of exersize.

[senorita02]

i would think any large breed dog would require a yard, but maybe not.
i think it is good for them so they can run free and frollick

[Majestic]

.....Oh and it needs to live with my roomates golden retriever....

besides the breed, you may want to think about its sex. If your roommate's godlen retriever is a male, then a female in mind is a good idea - This to prevent territory's issue between the two.

Here is a link to breeds - I find it very usefull. It will tell you all about "What's good & What's bad" of a breed.

http://www.yourpurebredpuppy.com/dogbreeds/index.html

[dab_20]

well have you decided on any breeds that you like that we have suggested? the reason i said cocker is because you said you liked cavaliers. cuz someone said that you woulden't want one because you want a big breed. are you sure you want a big dog? because you live in an apartment with another person and big dog, just make sure there is enough room.

[.powerful]

Well I think its been narrowed down to a Cavalier, Bernese Mountain dog, or a English Setter. Thanks for the help.