budgiew Posted May 13, 2011 Share Posted May 13, 2011 Also consider Chesapeake bay retriever. Evidently they share some traits of the curly and flat coats. What they don't tend to share is their reliability with other dogs. Chessies can be sharp. That's a shame ,good looking dogs though;Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
budgiew Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 Also consider Chesapeake bay retriever. Evidently they share some traits of the curly and flat coats. What they don't tend to share is their reliability with other dogs. Chessies can be sharp. That's a shame ,good looking dogs though;Thanks. Now i,m confused.Just read a dog info site that describes chesapeakes as Friendly to other dogs and placid with people.How am i to learn about dog breeds if i get different information ,perhaps it;s a case of info overload. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cat Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 i think the problem is everyone has their own opinion. i have had a few people tell me Airedales are mean and will fight other dogs, but I have only found the opposite. I think a lot of it may have to do with how pups are raised and socialised as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
budgiew Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 i think the problem is everyone has their own opinion. i have had a few people tell me Airedales are mean and will fight other dogs, but I have only found the opposite. I think a lot of it may have to do with how pups are raised and socialised as well Yes that;s a big factor.Have been waiting for the granddaughter to start school before i get a dog;She starts next year.Think i have been reading too much and will take a break.I hope Haven has some luck finding a breed that suits her.Its not always easy to match your lifestyle to a breed when you have to also consider others in the household with different likes and needs .Thankyou. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxagirl Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 (edited) Boxer or Dobe. Boxers are GREAT with kids (couldn't think of a better "kids" dog to be honest), but they seem to be 50/50 in regard to dog-agression, I guess alot would have to do to socialisation. From what I've seen of Dobes, they are very similar to boxers in temperament, but not so "goofy" for want of a better word. 2 out of 3 of the cane corso's I know are good with other dogs- the 2 good ones being the males, the not so dog friendly one being female. What about Bullmastiff? Or a Leo? Edited May 17, 2011 by boxagirl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haven Posted May 14, 2011 Author Share Posted May 14, 2011 Thanks everyone, the boxer definitely does seem like a potential option! I hadn't really considered them because they're not that high on my list in terms of looks (ie I think a well bred Boxer is beautiful, but not as aesthetically pleasing to me as some other breeds), but I'm not going to discount what could be a perfect match on looks alone! It amuses me a bit to think of anyone finding a Boxer imposing, but I have to remember that not a lot of the general public has been as lucky as I am in being able to get up close and personal with so many different dog breeds. All the Boxers I have known have been just lovely and not at all imposing :D Cosmolo, do you recall that red Boxer bitch from Doncaster and Scoresby owned by the guy with 2 kids? Do you remember her name if so? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haven Posted May 14, 2011 Author Share Posted May 14, 2011 Just wondering, if I can change the rules a little here, what breeds would everyone suggest if I were to tweak my preferences a little and say I'd be happy with a smaller, less imposing kind of dog that was still robust and active (as opposed to more of a lap dog type breed, I don't want to go too small!), good with children and other animals, low shedding without needing extensive grooming (happy to brush, not to clip/comb/etc for hours every week)? I've been browsing the breed pages and came across the Brittany page, which got me thinking that although I prefer larger, more imposing type dogs my Daughter and OH would probably prefer something smaller, easier, and a bit softer in terms of temperament. I think if I got a smaller dog I'd be mre inclinded to meet less resistance to the amount of time it spends indoors (which will happen regardless, but if it can do so without the complaints that would be preferable :D ) So probably about 15kg plus? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cosmolo Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 With that change, i'd be looking at a cocker spaniel. Don't remember the boxer, sorry! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spotted Devil Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 Any of the smaller gundogs might suit but just beware of energy levels.....speaking from my current experiences Em is perfect for us but only because I put a lot of time into her exercise and training. Obviously she is at the extreme end but it might come down to looking at different lines within a breed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rozzie Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 Shihtzu, not quite 15kg, but great dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
budgiew Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 (edited) Beagle. Robust active good with children. Boston terrier;Bulldog;Boxer. Edited May 15, 2011 by budgiew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poodlefan Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 (edited) I've been browsing the breed pages and came across the Brittany page, which got me thinking that although I prefer larger, more imposing type dogs my Daughter and OH would probably prefer something smaller, easier, and a bit softer in terms of temperament. I think if I got a smaller dog I'd be mre inclinded to meet less resistance to the amount of time it spends indoors (which will happen regardless, but if it can do so without the complaints that would be preferable :D ) So probably about 15kg plus? WHIPPET!!! Most would be under 15kg. Larger males would make that weight and the males are great pets. Indoor access would be a must. Edited May 14, 2011 by poodlefan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scales of Justice Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 (edited) Sound temperament, good with children (under supervision)No tendency or predisposition for dog aggression Looks (ie as a deterrent) Size Low shedding/grooming A German Shepherd would fit the bill on most counts BUT you would need to be very selective in where you buy. It is imperative to buy from parents that do not display high drives and thoroughly check out the parents and their environment to make sure that the parents are not over the top. Some can be. From the right breeding you should be able to find a great companion with a stable demeanour. GSDs are great with kids when they are reared from puppy with kids. Provided you choose one from the right breeding and provided you thoroughly socialise a GSD Puppy amongst other dogs and society in general they are usually well adjusted. Looks are a deterrent and GSDs have a unique intelligence where even the most unlikely docile and placid GSD can leap into action to protect their owners when needed. GSDs are able to discern body language in people and can usually pick up bad intentions by instinct. Size of course they have. Low maintenance and grooming in the short coated varieties although they do shed at least twice a year. Edited May 15, 2011 by Scales of Justice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deerhound owner Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 Just wondering, if I can change the rules a little here, what breeds would everyone suggest if I were to tweak my preferences a little and say I'd be happy with a smaller, less imposing kind of dog that was still robust and active (as opposed to more of a lap dog type breed, I don't want to go too small!), good with children and other animals, low shedding without needing extensive grooming (happy to brush, not to clip/comb/etc for hours every week)? I've been browsing the breed pages and came across the Brittany page, which got me thinking that although I prefer larger, more imposing type dogs my Daughter and OH would probably prefer something smaller, easier, and a bit softer in terms of temperament. I think if I got a smaller dog I'd be mre inclinded to meet less resistance to the amount of time it spends indoors (which will happen regardless, but if it can do so without the complaints that would be preferable :D ) So probably about 15kg plus? What about a greyhound? they come in quite a range of sizes so you could go for a smaller one and even the bigger ones are probably light enough to lift if you need to. There are also lots of blacks in rescue which might help with the imposing part of things. Low shedding with a lovely soft nature, great with kids and other dogs! Would need to come inside but they are very good at squashing themselves into tiny balls to fit in the corner so you'd barely notice they were there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OSoSwift Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 I would agree a male Whippet they are VERY people orientated and love cruising around. Will exercise but happy to lay around as well. They lose a little hair, but I just go over mine with a Zoom Groom and can then forget about it for weeks. They do need to be inside and do feel the cold so need a coat as well. My OH who was not a dog person is completly sold on the Whippets and lets them get away with more than I do! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trojka Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 With these changes, I'd think an Australian Shepherd would suit. Maybe not exactly low shedding, but not high maintenance either. Robust and active, but not too over the top, and good with children and other dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kavik Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 (edited) Sound temperament, good with children (under supervision)No tendency or predisposition for dog aggression Looks (ie as a deterrent) Size Low shedding/grooming A German Shepherd would fit the bill on most counts BUT you would need to be very selective in where you buy. It is imperative to buy from parents that do not display high drives and thoroughly check out the parents and their environment to make sure that the parents are not over the top. Some can be. From the right breeding you should be able to find a great companion with a stable demeanour. GSDs are great with kids when they are reared from puppy with kids. Provided you choose one from the right breeding and provided you thoroughly socialise a GSD Puppy amongst other dogs and society in general they are usually well adjusted. Looks are a deterrent and GSDs have a unique intelligence where even the most unlikely docile and placid GSD can leap into action to protect their owners when needed. GSDs are able to discern body language in people and can usually pick up bad intentions by instinct. Size of course they have. Low maintenance and grooming in the short coated varieties although they do shed at least twice a year. GSDs are NOT low shedding! They are one of the hairiest dogs! I can get at least a whole dog's worth of hair off my GSD every week (and he has short hair even for a normal GSD). One of the things that puts me off getting another one. And while many GSDs are good with other dogs (my GSD is very dog social, the most dog social of my dogs), they are not all like that. Whippets are lovely I have grown to really like sighthounds from meeting some lovely ones through friends and work. OH doesn't like them though - thinks they are too 'skinny'. Out of the medium sized gundogs, Brittanies get my vote. Not too hairy and have a leggy lean build (which I like). Edited May 15, 2011 by Kavik Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poodlefan Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 Whippets are lovely I have grown to really like sighthounds from meeting some lovely ones through friends and work. OH doesn't like them though - thinks they are too 'skinny'. Out of the medium sized gundogs, Brittanies get my vote. Not too hairy and have a leggy lean build (which I like). I'd say your OH just needs a bit more time around them. Sighthounds have plenty of muscle on a lean frame. Of course if your OH wants a BIG sighthound, there's always the Irish Wolfhound , Nothing skinny about them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dogsrawesome Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 Whippets are lovely I have grown to really like sighthounds from meeting some lovely ones through friends and work. OH doesn't like them though - thinks they are too 'skinny'. Out of the medium sized gundogs, Brittanies get my vote. Not too hairy and have a leggy lean build (which I like). I'd say your OH just needs a bit more time around them. Sighthounds have plenty of muscle on a lean frame. Of course if your OH wants a BIG sighthound, there's always the Irish Wolfhound , Nothing skinny about them. Irish Wolfhounds are pretty much huge in every aspect Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kavik Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 Irish Wolfhounds are a little bit bigger than I could cope with They would be nearly as tall as me! Whippets are my choice of sighthound - great medium size Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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