Breeds you would like to own but can't

[Alysser]

I want a greyhound, but my mom won't let me get any dogs at the moment.

One I want but can't even think about getting when I am older are Great Danes. I am REALLY short and they are REALLY big. Let's just say one would probably WALK me.

[Giselle]

Wow, I never knew so many people liked greyhounds!

Hmmm, I like dobies and mals and possibly Beaucerons and German Pinschers. However, I don't think I could own all four at one time. Hopefully, I'll be able to get all four sometime in my lifetime, but all at once sounds like more than I can chew. I'd also like a BC, but I don't think I could keep up.

[bckrazy]

I have tons of breeds that I LOVE but will probably never own. Mostly, because I am very picky, and I wouldn't want a dog who does not fit my personality.

Catahoula Leopard Dog - One of my favorite breeds... but too independent and, well... houndy.
Fila Brasileiro - They are amazing, but much too strong-willed and protective.
Anatolian Shepherd - Again, amazing dogs, but too independent and forceful.
Pit Bull - I love them, and might own one someday, but they just do not fit my personality. The Pitties I've met are too aloof for my taste.
Saint Bernard - Adorableeee, but so huge and so drooly.
Bassett Hound - Way too stubborn, howly, and drooly. But sososo cute.
Great Dane - I like everything about them, including their enormousness. But, I could not have such a massive dog anytime soon.
Australian Koolie - I love everything about them. Alas, they are incredibly rare, and the breed is super controversial, so I doubt that I'll ever get one.

I'd also like a BC, but I don't think I could keep up.

Pffftt! You could, too! If I can keep up... you can. ;D

[Giselle]

Pffftt! You could, too! If I can keep up... you can. ;D

If I found one that was like Ivy's energy level and not any higher, I would probably adopt it The problem is I could not keep up with those super high drive ranch-bred BCs that run until their paws bleed. =P The coordinator of our Therapy Pets group has one of those BCs, and I just could not keep up him!

[BC_MoM]

I would love to own a Whippet or a Greyhound, but I don't know if they are a breed fit for me.

[bckrazy]

If I found one that was like Ivy's energy level and not any higher, I would probably adopt it The problem is I could not keep up with those super high drive ranch-bred BCs that run until their paws bleed. =P The coordinator of our Therapy Pets group has one of those BCs, and I just could not keep up him!

I think you could TOTALLY find one that is Ivy's energy level. C: Gonzo is probably the same, or lower energy, and he's superdeeduper high drive... as you have witnessed!

It mostly takes some one who can meet their mental demands, and train them, and keep them entertained. And you totally could. Plus, Giselle obviously has a thing for Border Collies! hehe