Ashling Posted March 12, 2015 Author Share Posted March 12, 2015 Thanks, I have considered Tollers. I have read they can be way more active than Labs though, almost to the point of being like a Border Collie? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FalconRange Posted March 12, 2015 Share Posted March 12, 2015 Haha, don't let the BC energy scare you off! It's not (usually) as intense as people say! Aussie Shepherds and BCs would be on par with Tollers, I'd say, so if you're considering an Aussie, you'd be able to handle a Toller, I'd say. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spotted Devil Posted March 12, 2015 Share Posted March 12, 2015 (edited) Different lines mean a lot too - I know very, very active and, in comparison, very calm Spaniels, Border Collies, Tollers and Aussies. Labs and Goldens too. However all those breeds have different "quirks" - you have to be happy living with their quirks, then find a good breeder who has dogs of the temperament you prefer. My field bred Springer is much more interested in playing with me than other dogs but she has learnt to play awesome bitey face with my Dalmatian. I know you want the dogs to play but provided their temperaments complement each other they will work it out. This is my reserved Springer... Edited March 12, 2015 by The Spotted Devil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkycat Posted March 12, 2015 Share Posted March 12, 2015 I have a Finnish Lapphund and a Borzoi and they play rough and tumble games all day ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dame Aussie Posted March 12, 2015 Share Posted March 12, 2015 My Aussie plays like a demon :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashling Posted March 12, 2015 Author Share Posted March 12, 2015 Awesome :) Thanks for the help everyone. My Lab is a pretty laid back type but loves to play so any high energy breed I'd look at the less active lines if possible. I read once that herding dogs have a different play style (herding/nipping) but I always assumed most dogs would like bitey face so it's nice to know that your dogs do :) Big dog show coming up in May that I'll be looking forward to going to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiverStar-Aura Posted March 13, 2015 Share Posted March 13, 2015 I think you'll bd fine with a lab and any type of terrier really. It's part of the terrier mentality that they're tough as nails and love a good rough and tumble. Of course I'm not talking about the toy terriers -- Silkies and Yorkies can be pretty precious!! :laugh: That's why I'm a terrier person and will never be with an Aussie Terrier!! Whatever breed, just make sure you're always able to separate the pup from the adult when not supervised. This will help prevent any potential accidents :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashling Posted March 13, 2015 Author Share Posted March 13, 2015 (edited) Thanks, definitely pup and adult would be supervised :) They'd be alright when the pup's grown though, right? And I knew what they were like with each other by then? I used to have an Australian Terrier mix, one of the best dogs ever. Question about female dogs since I'd be looking to get a female dog with my boy… My Lab has a female Lab friend who the new dog probably would see too, do you think terriers or Australian Shepherd females (or any other of these breeds) would do ok socialising with other females? I always worry about that. Edited March 13, 2015 by Ashling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westiemum Posted March 13, 2015 Share Posted March 13, 2015 They are probably my favourite terrier. Do you think a Westie and a Lab could be best buddies? My three have got on with all sorts of breeds without any bother - and mine love a rough and tumble together - although as Mac is sooo old I tend to discourage him from being too rough - but he still loves a snuggle with my girl westie and tummy rub from me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simply Grand Posted March 13, 2015 Share Posted March 13, 2015 My Aussie Shepherd girl is completely fine socialising with other females :) I don't notice any difference between how she interacts with males and females. I'd be slightly more concerned about it at home but that's more because of her temperament, she's quite assertive and is the boss of the other dogs so she'd be fine with a softer natured girl but I'd worry about her with another female with a similar nature to hers, neither would want to back down if there was ever a conflict! She did live a female foster puppy I had from 8 weeks to 6 months and was completely fine with her so it can be fine. Out and about though, no issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirislin Posted March 13, 2015 Share Posted March 13, 2015 My Pembroke Corgi boy seeks out Labradors to play with; they have a really compatible playing style and he loves bigger dogs. Pembrokes are playful, smart, loving and energetic but also happy to laze about. They shed but having a Lab you're probably used to having hair everywhere. Although I've never had a Corgi, or even much to do with them, it was my first thought too. Small but robust, the couple I know at the park are very friendly and playful too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashling Posted March 14, 2015 Author Share Posted March 14, 2015 Thank you all for your help. Not sure I'm closer to deciding on a breed but hearing about your dogs has helped me to think that they would all probably get along well with my Lab :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stressmagnet Posted March 15, 2015 Share Posted March 15, 2015 Ernie's best friend who plays bitey face and chaseys is an English/american cocker cross. They run for an hour before flopping exhausted. He also gently plays with an elderly Cav who desperately wants to join in but hasn't the energy anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashling Posted March 17, 2015 Author Share Posted March 17, 2015 Thanks for that Stressmagnet :) I think maybe an English Cocker Spaniel might be the most suitable smaller dog for us, though I'm so drawn to the Havanese. By the way, our Labs share a birthday :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackiemad Posted March 17, 2015 Share Posted March 17, 2015 All the Aussies I've known (all female, as it happens) have not been keen on bitey face, nor that interested in chasey. All have been a little stand offish with dogs they don't know and haven't taken any poop from adult dogs. Not that they were aggressive just didn't suffer fools but adored dogs they knew relatively well. I'd say a gundog might be a fabulous addition and playmate - but as a terrier person myself I'd go for an Airedale! The females aren't too big and every one I've met has been a very bouncy playful dog that has played well with a variety of breeds and play styles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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