breed advice please!

[Taz_Zoee]

I think the above post covered what I would have said about Australian Shepherds.

Mine have a huge yard to run in and each other to play with. My pure bred has the nice double coat that is normal with Aussies and she does need to be brushed a lot (more than I actually do ). And I get her groomed (trimmed) probably every 4 months or so. I invested in clippers myself so I can do any trimming needed on her rear. Some have nice flowy fur on their bottom, but Zoee has the coarse kinky stuff that is a pain for both of us.

Zoee loves to swim, while Taggart is not crazy about it. But he loves to play in the sprinklers.

They are very smart. They will do tricks/commands for you before you even ask. Of course seeing the treat or carrot helps.

I also know some about German Shepherds. These dogs are prone to hip dysplasia. My sister had four and two of them had this problem. One was a retired police dog because of the HD. The other had to be carried around in a sling because her back legs would give out on her. There was a supplement my sister gave her to help. I can't remember what its called, but can find out if necessary (or maybe someone else knows).

Corgis are almost like an Aussie with shorter legs. Very smart dogs, double coats and herders.

I'd love to have most of the dogs you have listed as well. Good luck to you on that endeavor!

[charlie116]

so, here's what i've learned about dogs (feel free to correct me or add things ):
- big dogs tend to bloat, so they should be fed small equal portions 2-3 times a day & should refrain from exercising for an hour before & after eating. they are also prone to hip dysplasia
- herding dogs need a ton of exercise & mental stimulation. they're happiest when they have a job to do. they tend to nip at people's heels
- dogs that are low to the ground (Basset Hounds, Dachshunds, etc.) need to be kept fit so there will be no extra stress on their back
- small dogs with long spines (Corgis, Dachshunds, etc.) shouldn't jump from high heights or they might hurt their back
- dogs with facial wrinkles need to have them cleaned a lot
- dogs with folded or floppy ears need to have them cleaned & checked for infections a lot
- dogs with smushed snouts need to be kept out of the heat cuz they have a hard time cooling down cuz they can't breath right. they overheat easily
- dogs that are bred for hunting or tend to wander should never be trusted off leash
- big dogs should be allowed to exercise freely until their bones are fully developed, so they don't form abnormalities
- small dogs should wear a harness on walks, so their windpipes aren't damaged
- fluffy or long-haired dogs generally prefer cold weather & should be kept cool in the heat
- short-haired dogs generally prefer warm weather & should be kept warm in the cold

I've learned a lot about the breeds I listed but it's way too much to type! haha

[charlie116]

please keep posting if you know anything about the breeds!!!