Calling all Husky owners..

[Tollers-n-Dobes]

I know this is a Husky thread but since you asked what other breeds might be suitable....

The Toller sounds like they may be a good match just judging by your description of what he wants unless he'd like a bigger dog, as Tollers are pretty small (well, to me they are anyway). I've already PMed you before on chaz with specifics of the breed, so I'm not going to go through all the details agin unless you'd like me to. Just let me know. You said he's not fond of retrievers though. Does he have any other breeds in mind besides the Husky, or just the oens you've listed?

[SummerRiot]

I dont think that hes picky on sizes because hes always carting Jada around town lol and then me with Riot! lol looks kinda funny.. the guy having the little fluffy dog lol

When I mentioned the Tollers to him hes like "but they are a retriever" then I showed him pictures of them and he liked the look of them. I think he means Goldens and Flat Coats etc. the "lab types".

[Glacier]

Of the breeds you listed above, I'd check out the Bernese Mountain Dog. I love them! A friend of ours has four of them. They are great dogs. He takes them with him when he goes horseback riding and they all stick around. I don't know much about the breed's specific traits, but the ones I have met have all been delightful dogs!

[*sled_dog*]

Of course I agree with Glacier 100% . I know someone who had a husky and went through obedience, past the test, and was very good in that. But off leash...they no longer have that dog!

[ParNone]

Seems like several herding breed would fit his requirements. Maybe look at a Smooth Collie. Low maintenance coat, although be warned it does shed. Very trainable and very good off leash. Generally not prone to escapism. Active enough for jogging and outdoor activities. They make good draft dogs, being big enough to carry a back pack. Both of mine are frisbee dogs too. Big drawback is they can be barkers and when they bark it's loud.

Here's a pic of Oz out on a hike:



Par...

[*iluvskipper*]

i think a golden retriever would be great for his lifestyle!