Breeds you would like to own but can't

[Ginger's Mom]

There are several dogs I really like, but my own personal rule is that I would never have a dog that I cannot pick up and carry in an emergency. I would love to have a Chow, or a Norwegian Elkhound, or a Keeshond (actually I may be able to carry a Keeshond, so maybe some day), or a Rottweiller, or a standard Poodle. I would also love an English Sheepdog, but in addition to it's size, I don't know if I would be able to keep up with his/her grooming needs. Oh, I just thought of another dog I would love one day, but they aren't suitable for condo life, a Shiba Inu.

[Twisterdog]

There are several dogs I really like, but my own personal rule is that I would never have a dog that I cannot pick up and carry in an emergency.

Thank you! I always thought I was the only one with that personal rule! I feel so much better now!


I'd like to have a greyhound again someday. I used to foster them for a rescue when I lived in Colorado, but because I lived in city limits and they had a three dog limit, I could never keep one permanently. But, their size is an issue. When our kids are all grown and gone (hopefully within 4 years!) my husband and I plan on doing something wierd with our "golden years" ... moving around in an RV, living on a beach, etc. I think we need a more "portable" little critter.

I'd also like to have an Italian greyhound, but frankly, their fragility frightens me. I'm used to small, but tough, dogs, like our JRTs. I'm afraid of breaking an IG!

A note on English bulldogs: they are not 24/7 hyper at all. On the contrary, they are quite the couch potato. When they are excited, obviously, they get a little wild, like any dog. But by no means at all are they "hyper" dogs. And, sadly, yes they have very short life spans. Nine or ten is probably about their lifespan. They are indeed plauged with health problems, poor babies.

[Suki Wingy]

Twister, the IGs I have met were surprisingly hardy, even more so with whippets.

[lute]

Idk really. I could handle most of the breeds I want. I just don't own them. I would adore a Great Dane! Saint Bernards, Rotties, mastiffs, and Pyrs. I like Dachshunds too.

The ones I couldn't handle are Afghan Hounds and Briards. TOO much grooming for my likeing!

[Seravieve]

Wow.. I'd love to have a lot of dogs.. I wouldnt mind the specific breeds... I have a soft spot for Boxers and Dalmatians.. But if we had a bigger house, no stupid subdivision guidelines, and a massive yard.. and not having to worry about having someone watch the dogs when we go on vacation (ugh, really starting to dread vacations bc I love my doggies too much!!).. I'd have all the dogs I could afford. Ive often thought of running some kind of rescue..

Ever since Eli joined us, its been more of a Boxer Rescue fantasy.. But really I'd be happy with just being able to go to the local shelters and helping out doggies that have no where else to go.

Breeds that Ive always wanted... Bull Terrier, Doberman (red/faun esp), Pit, Great Dane, etc.. Im drawing a blank on naming more.. I am so ready to start looking for a new house!! lol..

[Genny]

i don't know, i have had all of my favorite kinds of dogs, but lately i love boston terriers

[RobiLee]

I don't think there is any breed that I couldn't own. I ablsolutely love them all!!! I am just a huge nut when it come to dogs. I want one of each. Sure there are certain breeds that aren't my favorite but if someone were to stop me on the street and tell me they couldn't take care of their pup I know that I would take it home with me. I will say that I seem to want to raise them from pups, but eh, that most not be true either because I am constantly thinking about rescuing an older one. Just ask Anna. She will tell you that I LOVE THEM ALL!