Well, really, ANY dog would do. We live in a town of 380 people or so and do have a fenced yard. I was thinking border collie, but I wasn't sure since it might get restless? We also have a farm 5 miles out, but I have never had a dog before so I don't know how much excercise border collies need. i was also thinking shetland sheepdog but my dad doesn't really like them, and he's on my side. my mom doesn't want a dog for several reasons. our winters get really cold and she wouldn't want it in the house, she doesn't want to take it to the vet, where would we put it when and if we went on vacation(we don't go as much anymore, but even if we did, i know at least 4 families that im sure would take it in), "the house would never be clean again" etc. etc. etc. and we have arguments usually at least once a week. in the end my mom is mad, im in tears, and my dad is frustrated. i know this isn't good, but my mom gets mad when i *mention* the word dog. so i don't know how my dad and i can approach the subject without her taking it bad and stuff. =/ help is appreciated.