Pick your perfect dog breed

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[bankside]

Any working dog. Great Pyr, St. Bernard, Labrador, Kuvasz, Maremma, Akbash....all good.

 

[MidnightPrism]

Here's my favorite---he has the softest bark I've ever heard.

AMEN

 

[chillyboi]

Tiny
never barks
never sheds


hehehe

 

[Sequencellariot]

WITHOUT A DOUBT, the ROTTWEILER.

Origin:
Beef to feed the Roman legions travelled 'on the hoof' and the soldiers used mastiff-type dogs to drive and guard the cattle on the journey across Europe. Some were left behind to guard outposts established along the way. One of these was in the community of Rottweil, Germany, which became the centre of a cattle-producing area. There, the mastiff-type dogs interbred with local herding dogs to become a strong breed known as 'the butcher's dog of Rottweil' because the dog wore his master's money on his collar on the way to market and drove the cattle home on the return trip. When mechanized transport threatened to put the breed out of work, the Rottweiler might have disappeared had it not been for an interest in preserving rare and unusual breeds. The rediscovered Rottweiler proved useful in many other ways such as a police dog, a war dog and the consummate protection and guard dog.

Temperament:
The Rottie is a fearless dog that maintains an air of self-assurance. He is basically calm and confident. He possesses an inherent desire to protect home and family.

Activity Level:
Willingness to work is bred into the Rottweiler. The well-bred Rottie is a devoted family dog. Due to his size, he does best in a suburban or country atmosphere where he can get lots of safe, outdoor exercise. Early obedience training is a good idea.

Height/Weight:
Adult males will measure 24-27 in (61-69 cm) in height with females in the range of 22-25 in (56-64 cm).

Coat:
The Rottie wears a straight, coarse, dense, medium-length outer coat with a softer undercoat present on the neck and thighs.

Colour:
The colour is always black with rich tan or mahogany markings.

Grooming:
Regular, thorough brushing is needed.

That's what I'm talkin about.

 

[swerve]

For me it would DEFINITELY be the Min Pin...

Miniature Pinscher
Provided by: Dogs in Canada, Dogs in Canada
Origin:
Despite its appearance, the Min Pin is not a miniature Doberman Pinscher. In fact, the Miniature Pinscher is a much older German breed that predates the Doberman by some 200 years. It is thought to have been developed by crossing the German smooth-haired Pinscher with smaller breeds, possibly the Italian Greyhound and the Smooth Dachshund. In its homeland it is often called the Reh Pinscher because of its resemblance to a small species of deer. The breed was originally used as a barnyard ratter but has now become a popular companion dog. One of its most engaging characteristics is the high-stepping gait, like that of a hackney pony.


Temperament:
The Min Pin is a breed with fearless animation, complete self-possession and a spirited presence.


Activity Level:
This active little dog is vigorous and alert. Due to its diminutive size, its exercise needs are minimal.


Height/Weight:
The desired height for the breed is 11-11.5 in (28-29 cm) at the withers.


Coat:
The Min Pin's coat is short, hard, straight, smooth and lustrous.


Colour:
Colours may be solid red or stag red, black with rich tan markings or solid brown with rust or yellow markings.


Grooming:
Grooming needs are minimal.

We had 3 of the FULL SIZED versions at our fraternity house -- and they were AWESOME...

 

[seven_sins]

Rat Terrier

 

[sexsomniac]

Huskies have always been my kind of dog...

+1 I always wanted to have husky. If I ever consider getting dog, it would definitely be my choice.

 

[Alpha1851]

I like pound dogs. Mongrels are the best.

They're supposedly healthier as well.

gsdx, I could see you w/ a Golden Retriever.

 

[KindredKian]

Rat Terrier

I have a Rat Terrier. They are the most affectionate, active, and I think one of the smartest dog breeds. I want to get a blue one pretty soon.

 

[Yooper]

Lhasa Apso
Provided by: Dogs in Canada, Dogs in Canada
Origin:
Bred in Tibetan monasteries for over 2,000 years, the Lhasa Apso is said to have been in existence since 800 BC. In Tibetan homes and monasteries, the giant Tibetan Mastiff was regarded as the outdoor guardian while the Lhasa guarded the indoors. Its name comes from the Tibetan city of Lhasa while opinions are divided on whether the Apso part comes from the word rapso, meaning goat-like (referring to the coat, of course) or from Abso Seng Kye which means Barking Lion Sentinel Dog. Lhasas were never sold but were considered harbingers of good luck and were presented to visiting dignitaries or as gifts of esteem. That's how the first Lhasas left the Roof of the World. The Dalai Lama presented some to occidental friends in the 1920s.

Temperament:
True to his heritage, the Lhasa is gay and assertive, loyal and loving to those it knows but suspicious of strangers.

Activity Level:
Keenly watchful, the Lhasa also relishes its playtime. It is a good watchdog and its small size makes him a most agreeable city pet whose exercise needs can be met with a short, daily walk.

Height/Weight:
The ideal size for dogs is 10-11 in (25-28 cm) and in no case should it exceed 11.5 in (29 cm) at the shoulder.

Coat:
The crowning glory of the Lhasa Apso is the long, heavy, straight, hard coat. With its abundantly coated head and plumed tail carried over the back, sometimes it's hard to tell which end is which.

Colour:
For a time, golden or lion-like colours were preferred but now all colours and mixtures of colours are considered equal.

Grooming:
That long, glorious coat needs almost daily grooming to keep it free of mats and since it reaches to the ground, it needs occasional cleansing with suitable coat-care products.

 

[teadrinker]

Now I have a german shepherd who I love vewy vewy much.

That's a GS? - it looks more like a kelpie to me. I currently have a spoodle (cockerpoo in the USA) which is not a recognized breed - they don't "breed true". But he's a fabulous animal, hypoallergenic, intelligent, friendly, and a great companion. For purebreeds I've always liked greyhounds and Rhodesian Ridgebacks. For the smaller dog the West Highland White Terrier is terrific - a few friends of mine have Westies, and they're fantastic animals.

-T.

 

[fetaby]

Pugs all the way. The one on the left is mine, he was sleeping.

 

[ramses04]

personally i gotta go with either an australian shepherd or a rough collie i love them both, so smart and loyal, and absolutely adorable.

 

[80KGold]

Lhasa Apso

Temperament:
True to his heritage, the Lhasa is gay...

Well no wonder then.

 

[syntax]

Far from perfect, but dogs don't get much better looking than the Rhodesian Ridgeback:

 

[StationToStation]

I know I want a standard black poodle, it's so gay and french. that's me!!!

 

[NineOfClubs]

There are too many to choose from.

For nobility, I'd choose Great Dane.

For beauty, Salukis or Afghan Hounds.

For companionship and cleverness, Australian Shepherd.

For intelligence, Poodles.

 

[zoltanspawn]

I never meant to fall for a particular breed. I always felt that mixed breeds were the best.

Then I adopted a Doberman Pinscher and just fell in love. Now I have two.

If I were wealthy I'd adopt a herd of them and employ a stableboy to tend to their daily needs when we weren't frolicking. I'm pretty sure I'd rig up a Doberman-drawn chariot and terrorize my neighbors, too.

 

[NineOfClubs]

I never meant to fall for a particular breed. I always felt that mixed breeds were the best.

Then I adopted a Doberman Pinscher and just fell in love. Now I have two.

If I were wealthy I'd adopt a herd of them and employ a stableboy to tend to their daily needs when we weren't frolicking. I'm pretty sure I'd rig up a Doberman-drawn chariot and terrorize my neighbors, too.

I used to train dogs and Dobermans were my favorites to work with.

They're super intelligent and beautiful. Like a Mercedes, German engineering at its best.