Our next dog

[Alysser]

I don't really know. Newfoundlands like swimming and were bred to! Aren't barkers. They are amazing amazing with children and extremely loyal. But they drool alot and the grooming I hear is extensive.

[Sevaede]

*super hero music* Time to consult... The Complete Encyclopedia of Dogs (which I really do have, so I will. it might take a while, though.)!

[wolfsoul]

How about a doberman?

[zoomer]

How about a doberman?

Ooooo I never considered that but when it comes to mind it sounds perfect

[BC_MoM]

Any dog will bond quickly to a single person, really.. Mickey used to be so attached to my younger sister, but eventually I was the one who started working with him, walking and playing with him so I became his Mommy.. that's all you really gotta do to make create a special bond with your dog!

[zoomer]

Any dog will bond quickly to a single person, really.. Mickey used to be so attached to my younger sister, but eventually I was the one who started working with him, walking and playing with him so I became his Mommy.. that's all you really gotta do to make create a special bond with your dog!

Thank you

[Tollers-n-Dobes]

A Doberman would probably be alright, but I don't know many that enjoy water (I know atleast 30...maybe 3 enjoy water). They also need a lot of training and socializing, as do all dogs but it concerns me a bit as I know you're having troubles with Buddy (I do understand you're working with him though!). Good luck in your search Dobermans also have sight hound bred into them, so 100% reliable off leash in an unfenced area could be a problem, but I do know plenty who are reliable.

[bckrazy]

I'm sure you already know this.... but, there are a lot of considerations in getting a show puppy besides the breed you choose! Showing costs $1000's, at least. A show quality puppy is extremely expensive, as are the supplies and traveling to shows - so your parents should share your desire for showing completely, because they'll be funding it. I know a family that shows their ONE male Portugese Water Dog. Well, they don't travel out of Northern California and spend around $1000 a month on handling, grooming, supplies, show fees, travel, hotels, etc. Their dog has just been championed, and he's going to be specialed which is even more $$$! They love Cruiser to pieces, though, and they can afford it so it's ok with them.

I think your best bet is to attend as many local shows as possible, talk to breeders, and meet dogs.

[king2005]

I personally fancy a Rottie. Rocky loved swimming once we tought him it was fun (couldn't get him out of the water after that). The fur is short, so it doesn't need a pro. groomer, just a nice burshing & a bath in the tub. I found Rocky to be quiet in the house, esp. when the door rang. He would stand at the top of the stairs & stare at the door. As soon as it was open he wanted to see who it was hehe
Never had an issue with him & kids. He wasn't the nicest dog towards adults, but he was far too sweet with kids! 2 small girls ran up to us during a walk (they were good they stopped 10 feet infront of us & asked to pet the dogs). We told them to pet my dog only & kept the Rottie away (he was muzzled & we didn't trust him). Well Rocky was going nuts & doing the butt wiggle, he was trying to play with them. So we decided to let them pet Rocky. He was going crazy & trying to lick them through his muzzle (we used a small muzzle on him). It was the cuttest thing ever! The father of the girls had to stay far away & he asked why the rottie was muzzled cause hes loving the girls. We said hes dog agressive & hates adults exp. men. In the end the muzzle was off of him & he was slobbering all over the girls & was giving kisses to my dog (he wasn't too sure about that).

thats just my personal opinion, as it matches what you want, just a bit larger heheh..