Whats you favorite breed and why?

[SheltieLover234]

I Like shelties because collies are too big and there the right size

[RachelJ]

Originally posted by carrie:
Hi,
All round top dog for me has to be the greyhound.

I am very interested in whether you can trust a greyhound off leash. The greyhound rescue organizations in my area say you need to have a fenced yard or always have the dog on a leash because they will go after a small animal. My dog (not a greyhound) knows commands like the back of her paw, but when she sees a bunnie or squirrel, my "come" or "stop" or "down" is meaningless to her. Also the couple of times she has gotten out of the house accidently, she has taken off to explore the forbidden neighborhood without even a hesitation in response to my calling her. There is something else that has priority and that's it.

[blue_heeler]

Hi, I love the big dogs. Although my dog (an AUssie) won't get as big as I want. When we move to a bigger place I am thinking about adopting a retired racing greyhound, I think its cruel for the dog's owner to just pit it to sleep because it didn't win a race. That's why they have retired racers agency.

Hope I helped,
Rachel

P.S. Here is a pic of my friend's Sheltie, they are also great breeds.

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[blue_heeler]

Ummmmm..........

H w do you add pictures in here?

Oh well if you want to see her pic e-mail me.

Oh and by the way, Dogue de Bordeauxes are great dogs too.

Let me know when you finally decide what breed you want, let me know!!!

[PolyMax]

Hey all. I am new here. I have 2 horses, and a Bichion Frise, (Max) Max is going to be a court jester for HW!!

[wandaco]

In my opinion boxers are the very best breed. They are devoted and loving. They love to give hugs and kisses. Boxers are excellent with children. They are very intellegent but can be stubborn at times They are independent thinkers and can outsmart you unless you stay on your toes. Once you are owned by a boxer no other breed will satisfy you again

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Wanda Mom to:
Cassie and Erin

[tatsxxx11]

I agree with Karen. There is really no best breed, only the best breed for you, your lifestyle, home, etc. Read all you can about the type of dog that interests you, talk to friends, go to dog shows, etc. But, if you live an active outdoor life, are athletic, like to hike or swim, have lots of time to play with your dog, LABS RULE!! They are loving, funny, active and great with kids. If you are set on a purebreed, all breeds have rescue organizations for abused and abandoned pups that are in desperate need of a home, and most are online with tons of info. But if I were you, I'de check out your local shelter. Every rescused pup I've ever met is just AWESOME!! They seem to know how lucky they are to have a good home and give such unconditional love. And you will feel so special to have saved a precious soul! Good Luck!

[carrie]

Hi,
The magazine mentioned in previous posts and featuring Greyhounds has arrived!
Many thanks again Karen, top chick!
The blue pup is beautiful, we used to have a blue line - very handsome!
Top marks though have to go to the white and fawn dog on page 50, I mean WOW! What a great looking dog, a REAL dog! Mmmmmmm!
Again thanks to Karen!

[karen israel]

Carrie-You're very, very welcome! ANYTHING! ANYTIME!..K

[timd]

I have 11 months old boxer. They are very good with kids, people and other dogs (if you socialize them with other dogs since they are little). Do some reding on AKC website. Don't know 1 person who owned a boxer and went back to any other breed.

[GoldieMom]

Hello All, I have 3 Golden Retrievers (Hogan-male-4yrs, Dakota-male-3yrs & Cheyann-female-6 mnths)so I guess you can say that I KINDA lean towards the Golden to be the best dog!! They are VERY gentle, loveing, affectionate, good with kids and other animals, loyal, willing to please, easy to care for, can live in New York appartments ( with daily excersize ) or on acres of land, extremely smart and most of all, they are happy enough just sitting at your feet! They don't care what you look like after working all day or what other DOG you smell like!! (I should know, I am a letter carrier and come in contact with LOTS of other dogs during my day). In 2 years, I hope to breed Dakota and Cheyann with the help of the breeder that I got them from! Well, now that you know my story, let me know what your decition was on what kind of dog you picked!

[raynie]

im with the boxer lovers! they are sooo sweet, it just oozes out of them. and they really do give hugs.

[Lisa]

Hi! we have a male Great Pyrenese (Bruno) and that breed is our very favorite at this point. He is the most wonderful family pet!! He's protective, yet very laid back and tolerant with our kids. I know they are not as popular and you don't see as many, but they are definitely one of the VERY big and smart! They really are awesome

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Lisa
Bruno's mom

[Sudilar]

I had a Great Pyr for 12 1/2 years. You are right, they are wonderful dogs. They are very beautiful. My Avalanche was also very protective, but great with kids. She has been at Rainbow Bridge for 4 years now and I miss her very much.
Su

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***Save a life, ADOPT***

[BoxerLover]

I agree with Wandaco. Boxers are definately the best dogs any where in the entire world! My boxer doesn't drool, lick, and she has the cutest lips and face in the world. She is very well behaved. She's the best overall dog in the world. But I guess you could say I'm a little partial!