Breeds you would like to own but can't

[clara4457]

Great Pyrenees. Love them, but they really need livestock to work to be truly happy.

[binka_nugget]

I would LOVE to own an Afghan Hound but at the moment, it's not possible as my hands are tied with my three already. I'm having a hard time keeping up with grooming the Shelties, nevermind daily brushing for an Afghan! I've been hinting to my boyfriend I'd like to get an Afghan hound when we buy a house in a couple years..

[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..

[buttercup132]

I want this boy where I work. he's awesome!
his name is Goliath and he is my buddy.

You want every dog to come home with you from work.

Part of it is they wouldn't get along. Bear and Pooky would probably be ok with a dog. Jack is the problem child. When he was still an outside stray he would hide if he even saw a dog walking all the way down the street. I once had been given an unpainted cement statue of a schnauser (sp?) and Jack would no longer go on leash walks in the back yard. When I tried to show him it was cement he would arch up, puff up his fur, growl and hiss. I finally had to get rid of the statue so he would go for walks again. lol

Aw poor guy, if he doesn't do well with a non barking, moving, breathing dog then I can imagine how he would be with a real one.

[3GSDMom]

I'd love to own a Rottweiler. Ive wanted one for a good seven years now but it doesnt seem likely I will get one soon. Insurance companies make it difficult to own Rotties =/

I really want a Beauceron too. Though Im sure I could get one if I really wanted one. Really, there are few breeds I couldnt get if I wanted. The only breed I really cant live without is the German Shepherd Dog and Ive already surrounded myself with them

[Danegirl2208]

I would love a Caucasian Ovcharka..but it's not likely that I ever will.

[Glacier]

I'd love a Greyhound, but they just aren't made for this climate.

[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!