mantis Posted May 5, 2012 Share Posted May 5, 2012 (edited) I have always loved big boofhead dogs, but have fallen in love with a tiny Shih Tzu. Due to bad events, I lost my house due to fire, had to have two operations to save my sight & had to get my sweet boy PTS all within a short period. I had to stay at a friends unit while I had my operations & try to find somewhere permanent to live. Anyway long story short, there were 5 dogs at these units, all small dogs. When the owners took them out for toilies, the little buggers all soon learned to come to my front door for cuddles & treats, I ended up being the resident babysitter, when the owners went away, or when they would be gone for a long time during the day. I loved this, as I was feeling down & missing my boy, so it was wonderful to have a doggy to cuddle. I loved them all, but this one little girl Maggie, absolutely stole my heart, she was so tiny, but was just a wonderful dog. She would bark at me, until I picked her up & cuddled her, she was such a demanding little girl, but OH so cute. Has anyone else had that experience of falling in love with a breed you never thought you would? Edited May 5, 2012 by mantis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katdogs Posted May 5, 2012 Share Posted May 5, 2012 (edited) Yep, same thing. Little SWF shi#%* crosses, two of them. I truly love my big black girls but there's something about these tough little critters - leaky or snappy and just full of their own opinions. But so cute and winningly playful and all! Edited May 5, 2012 by Katdogs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trinabean Posted May 5, 2012 Share Posted May 5, 2012 Yes. I love most dogs, but usually gravitate towards bigger breeds. I recently visited my sister interstate however, and fell in love with one of her Chihuahuas. He was such a friendly, cuddly little guy and a real character. He's also so little and 'portable.' A dog that small is no trouble to fit into cars or take places. :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RubyStar Posted May 5, 2012 Share Posted May 5, 2012 Yep. Even though I was raised with small dogs (yorkie, maltese, silky) I became a "big dog" person when I got my Labs. Didn't like mini schnauzers when my parents mentioned they were getting one. Then they bought her home, and now I'm absolutely smitten with her! Smart, energetic, cheeky little buggers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bjelkier Posted May 5, 2012 Share Posted May 5, 2012 Bullmastiffs. My friends exhibit and breed them and I've fallen in love. They're such amazing dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackdogs Posted May 5, 2012 Share Posted May 5, 2012 Bullmastiffs. My friends exhibit and breed them and I've fallen in love. They're such amazing dogs. I was going to mention this breed as well. I usually value intelligence and aglity in breeds, but I've recently had the pleasure of meeting several Bullmastiffs that have stolen my heart. What beautiful, sensitive, affectionate and loyal animals they are. I've recently added them to my want list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoldenWei Posted May 5, 2012 Share Posted May 5, 2012 I'm a big dog person (Gundogs mostly), always have been and always will be.... but a friend shows chinese cresteds and I love one of them in particular, I can see myself owning one one day!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alyra Posted May 5, 2012 Share Posted May 5, 2012 I love Shar Pei but also really love my friend's little chi x tibby x - just soooo cute. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clyde Posted May 5, 2012 Share Posted May 5, 2012 I'm a boofhead lover too, but Shih Tzus have also stolen my heart. They are kind of boofy still :laugh: My little girl keeps up with the best of them and has just as much bravado as the big dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xyz Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 I'm a gundog lover (and owner!!), but LOVE iggy's!!! They would absolutely not suit my lifestyle but doesn't stop me dreaming :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kajtek Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 Oh yes :) Irish Wolfhound for me in the future Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jed Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 Mantis, I am so sorry things haven't been going well for you. But what's not to love about a Shih Tzu? They are a really special dog. And a big guard dog in a little fluffy body. Heaps of attitude. Could you keep Maggie? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grizabella Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 I'm a Saluki person, but my second breed of choice that I would LOVE one day is a Leonberger- very, very different! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MavericksMission Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 I have always been a big dog person, swore never to own a small dog.. Well that all changed when Willow the Westie came home to be fostered! I guess with her attitude she is like a big dog packed into a little dogs body! :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mantis Posted May 6, 2012 Author Share Posted May 6, 2012 Mantis, I am so sorry things haven't been going well for you. But what's not to love about a Shih Tzu? They are a really special dog. And a big guard dog in a little fluffy body. Heaps of attitude. Could you keep Maggie? Unfortunately no, she belongs to the lady who lived in the unit next to the one I was staying at, who adores her as well. Also I am only living in a rooming house, so I can't have any pets. I am waiting to get a unit, but I have to wait in line & it's killing me not having a dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparkyTansy Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 You've had such an awful time Mantis Sorry for your loss of your dog also I have gundogs, and love many breeds of dogs, but one breed I adore is the Lowchen. Beautiful little dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zug Zug Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 I met a woman once who only had eyes for Staffies - until a friend came over with a toy poodle, and fell in love. From the way she described it, this came as an absolute surprise to her. Now she breeds Standard Poodles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Willow Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 I love very different breeds....I could happily own a Dobe or a Chi.... :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DogNerd Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 I absolutely adore Poodles (especially Toy) and Samoyeds. I will definitely be having more of both in the future :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dame Aussie Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 I love active working dogs and giant dogs....but.... One day (to my OH's dismay :laugh: ) I WILL have a Pug :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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