Guest Kate_Summer Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 an Aussie Shep...but short haired?? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janba Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 Yes a short coated border collie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RallyValley Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 Kelpie? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MolassesLass Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 For an ANKC registered dog, Kelpie, Cattle Dog or Stumpy Cattle Dog would be similar breeds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corvus Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 Swedish Vallhund. Smarter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Kate_Summer Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 (edited) Forgot to say - that doesn't need a ton of exercises! lol I would love a Great Dane but, I'm not sure how challenging it would be to train? ETA I don't know about exercises requirement of Great Danes either Edited August 31, 2010 by Kate_Summer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nekhbet Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 what do you want to do with the dog and what size do you want it to be roughly? Oh and single or doubel coat? Even shorter hair dogs with double coats will moult like no tomorrow Get a poodle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gilypoo Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 Forgot to say - that doesn't need a ton of exercises! lol I would love a Great Dane but, I'm not sure how challenging it would be to train? Great danes are very easy to train... In the Dane thread we have monthly comps where we compete... You just have to be prepared for the slobber when using treats My girl can do all the usual obedience comands plus walk backwards on command, shut cupboard doors, crawl on her tummy,touch/ target objects and lots more Stormies dane Orbit is EXTREMLY smart...and not to mention Dante (sas dane) Dont let there dopey face fool you, they can be smart when they want to be... There is ALOT more to owning a dane then training though.. A very deep pocket breed but lots more to love Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MolassesLass Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 Generally "smart" goes with high stimulation needs. There are plenty of short coated breeds to choose from that aren't working breeds. What else do you want in a dog? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Kate_Summer Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 what do you want to do with the dog and what size do you want it to be roughly? Oh and single or doubel coat? Even shorter hair dogs with double coats will moult like no tomorrow Get a poodle Dog that can be around kids of any age - I totally dislike small breed, between medium size to giant size, rather small hair every where than woolly longish hair Would be kept as a pet, so desexed etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janba Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 For an ANKC registered dog, Kelpie, Cattle Dog or Stumpy Cattle Dog would be similar breeds. Or bring one in from NZ where to quote their standard A smooth coat is acceptable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gilypoo Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 what do you want to do with the dog and what size do you want it to be roughly? Oh and single or doubel coat? Even shorter hair dogs with double coats will moult like no tomorrow Get a poodle Dog that can be around kids of any age - I totally dislike small breed, between medium size to giant size, rather small hair every where than woolly longish hair Would be kept as a pet, so desexed etc. If you want a X LARGE breed, pop into the Dane thread where you will get LOTS of advise on training, diet exercise and the rest of it.. You get exceptions to all breeds but My dane is SOO gentle around little kids, there are 2 boys that live across the road (6 & 8) and bella is amazing 2 them, she keeps out of their faces and has an amazing rear end awareness.. Obviuosly all done under constant supervision.. Bell met a 3 year old on saturday, and after 1 sniff, got over the excitement and sat down next to him waiting for her cuddle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Kate_Summer Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 I should mentioned that the kids aren't dog people, it would be mine, not their, so I would be the one doing everything with the dog. I'm not looking into getting one yet, 1 dog at the time is enough. So I'm just researching for in a few years down the track. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiggy Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a great kids dog it's in their breed standard to have a natural affinity with kids and they're nicknamed the nanny dog plus they're super smart, a handy size and have a short single coat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poochiemama Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 A labrador! just have treats on you when training... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sas Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 (edited) Forgot to say - that doesn't need a ton of exercises! lol I would love a Great Dane but, I'm not sure how challenging it would be to train? ETA I don't know about exercises requirement of Great Danes either Depends if you like a challenge. They aren't as smart as a working dog but they can still work but they're an independent breed so you have to come at them from a different perspective. I like them because they are a challenge. Danes require very little exercise as youngans and then about 30 minutes a day as an adult unless you want to up it over time. Edited August 31, 2010 by sas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Kate_Summer Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 Forgot to say - that doesn't need a ton of exercises! lol I would love a Great Dane but, I'm not sure how challenging it would be to train? ETA I don't know about exercises requirement of Great Danes either Depends if you like a challenge. They aren't as smart as a working dog but they can still work but they're an independent breed so you have to come at them from a different perspective. I like them because they are a challenge. Danes require very little exercise as youngans and then about 30 minutes a day as an adult unless you want to up it over time. I like the challenge, but not overly stubborn, so long I can work with them I'm happy Sounds like a great breed, working dogs are great although probably a little to much to handle exercise wise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ons Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 a coolie smart dog, comes in short or long coat and adapts to your living style Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alyosha Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 (edited) a coolie smart dog, comes in short or long coat and adapts to your living style That's what I was going to say! If you don't need ANKC registration - Koolies are lovely. Edited August 31, 2010 by Alyosha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gayle. Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 Some Aussie lines, and particularly bitches, don't have very long coats. If you like the Aussie look and temperamant, I'd be inclined to look seriosuly at a female. My girl doesn't have a lot of coat and I can go weeks without brushing her, then when I do she has no tangles or mats. The boys tend to be the ones with the full mane, the fluffy pants etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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