CristyCurves 169032 Report post Posted September 24, 2012 Some know I'm an avid dog lover, and perhaps blab to much about them, but when you love something it can be consuming. Anyway for all the other dog lovers here, what is your favorite breed, pure or mixed and why? Even though I own two of a different breed my favorite is the pit-or really any of the bully breeds, just love how they look and pits especially are so athletic, a contradiction of intimidating looks and such a friendly disposition, can't get enough of this breed.:icon_biggrin: 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cato 160314 Report post Posted September 24, 2012 I like dogs in general, but I've had mutts, big and furry, that you can wrestle with and who are unconditionally loving. I can't have a dog right now because I travel so much, and a good friend on here consoled me the day my last one passed on. It was a very emotional meeting! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Meg O'Ryan 266444 Report post Posted September 24, 2012 Loosing a pet is very traumatic! I love all dogs but my favorite breed is the Boxer. Wonderful, smart, affectionate and loyal! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CristyCurves 169032 Report post Posted September 24, 2012 I like dogs in general, but I've had mutts, big and furry, that you can wrestle with and who are unconditionally loving. I can't have a dog right now because I travel so much, and a good friend on here consoled me the day my last one passed on. It was a very emotional meeting! Mutts are wonderful hardy dogs, so sorry for your loss. But when we love something, the day will come when we have to say our goodbyes. I lost my last dog and my father, pretty much in the same time span, heartbreaking, but time does help with the healing and you love again. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest *ig*a** Report post Posted September 24, 2012 My self I love Rotweillers as my Avatar shows they are dependable and very loyal also they are a good protector of the family Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
contraman 5480 Report post Posted September 24, 2012 I'm not a fan of the really "girly" dogs, and I think it's gotta be difficult to have a really big dog like a Great Dane because of their limited lifespan. Hard enough to lose a companion after 15 or 17 years, let alone every 5 or 6. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CristyCurves 169032 Report post Posted September 24, 2012 I'm not a fan of the really "girly" dogs, and I think it's gotta be difficult to have a really big dog like a Great Dane because of their limited lifespan. Hard enough to lose a companion after 15 or 17 years, let alone every 5 or 6. Oh now- "girly dogs" :icon_lol: really no such things as a dog is a dog is a dog. Any dog will and can be all you make it. Some of the smaller breeds have a reputation for being yappy, nippy and foo, fooey and some become like this because they are babied and treated wrong, not like a dog. But if you treat a small/med or big dog as it should be then it will be "a dog".:icon_biggrin: By the way I have met more than a few large breed owners/ of berners, mastiffs, danes who have been lucky to have their big loves for 9-11 yrs, with improved food andvet care these big guys and gals are living longer than ever. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cato 160314 Report post Posted September 24, 2012 Agreed, cristy. Just wanted to remind readers of this thread of our social group on here, Friendly Interactive Dog Owners (FIDO), http://www.cerb.ca/vbulletin/group.php?groupid=82 It's a place to exchange information, and to post pics of hot women with dogs :) 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhantomKnight 7914 Report post Posted September 24, 2012 Lookin to buy a Shiba Inu. They are just so cute. If not one of those, then a pug. The SO wants one.. Lol. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cato 160314 Report post Posted September 24, 2012 This is what I like :) (A sample from FIDO) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CristyCurves 169032 Report post Posted September 24, 2012 (edited) Lookin to buy a Shiba Inu. They are just so cute. If not one of those, then a pug. The SO wants one.. Lol. I don't know much about the Shiba's but the pugs are wonderful, wonderful dogs, loved as much by guys and gals. They are shedders, so be prepared to be covered in hair,lol, but just a minor inconvenience for all you get. If you do decide to choose one of these wonerful dogs please select from a very reputable breeder, or rescue group. As their short noses can be quite a problem, especially in hot weather. Good luck, no matter what breed you choose it will be as good as you allow it to be. Edited September 24, 2012 by cr**tyc***es Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
contraman 5480 Report post Posted September 24, 2012 Cristy: I rest my case. 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
someguy 67067 Report post Posted September 25, 2012 I have Sheltie, very smart loyal dog, easy to train. But looses hair easily. always cleaning up after him. but great with kids. Also have a yorkie poo. very small dog, cute :) Additional Comments: I have Sheltie, very smart loyal dog, easy to train. But looses hair easily. always cleaning up after him. but great with kids. Also have a yorkie poo. very small dog, cute :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoyfulC 132299 Report post Posted September 25, 2012 I never met a dog I didn't love. Currently, the love of my life is an old retired hunting beagle. We're not sure exactly how old. Hell, we're not even really sure who he is. Everybody calls him something different. I call him "Dude," but recently, due to his skill in getting me to put out with the treats, that's sort of morphed into "Cube." We have taken in rescued dogs for thirty years, and usually had four at a time. We just have the one fella now, but our house has become the favourite destination for dogggies of friends and neighbours when their families are out-of-town. Some weekends, we have several staying here. We love it! It reminds me of what people say about grandkids: we get to spoil them, enjoy them, and then send them home! Too easy! ;) 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nicolette Vaughn 294340 Report post Posted September 25, 2012 Anything that will fit in my purse! 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luckyme 41401 Report post Posted September 25, 2012 I love almost all breeds - but especially these - 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nicolette Vaughn 294340 Report post Posted September 25, 2012 For me, it would be a Pomeranian Or Bischon Frise I swear.. I love all these types of small dogs..I treat pets as if they are my babies. I like to dress little dogs up, baby them and take them with me. When I was a young child, I had a white toy minature poodle. He was so cute and went everywhere with us! 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
castle 38816 Report post Posted September 25, 2012 I've never been much for yappy little lapdogs. I prefer large beasts. If wolves were legal as pets I would totally dig that....but alas. But really, my favorite breed is the Dogue De Bordeaux aka French Mastiff. I know I probably will never be able to get one until after I retire, apparently they're very friendly but also require a lot of attention and training. It's not the type of dog I would be able to leave at home alone all day, unless I was willing to buy new furniture every week :p But I personally think they're just about the most adorable thing I've ever laid eyes on. And as for why I want one? Because of this movie, and this scene in particular lol. When i first saw this I said to myself "Yup, I gotta get me one of those": 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LeeRichards 177238 Report post Posted September 25, 2012 I always wanted a Siberian Husky Maybe if I get one I could dogsled to Ottawa this winter and try to see if it will fit in Nicki's and Meg's purse ;) 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nicolette Vaughn 294340 Report post Posted September 26, 2012 I always wanted a Siberian Husky Maybe if I get one I could dogsled to Ottawa this winter and try to see if it will fit in Nicki's and Meg's purse ;) Haha. I will never forget the day my cat ran out of the house and saw a Siberian Husky lift his leg on my lawn while the owner was walking him. My cat went apeshit and ran right up to him and jumped him. And still once the owner regained her composure with the dog, my cat was still chasing him down the street! It was a sight to see that day. lol. The same cat also jumped a Rotweiller right in front of me when he was temporarily staying with someone I knew. He was crazy! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Liana 689 Report post Posted September 26, 2012 Well, as for me... I love poodles. That was my first pet as little girl. For my favourite pet name it would be "Georgie." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andee 220524 Report post Posted September 26, 2012 Although I have never owned a dog, I think if I had my choice, I'd probably get me one of these. Shih Apso Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theliquor (Lost but not fo 50595 Report post Posted September 26, 2012 I love big pups, like the Irish Wolfhound, a pony-sized breed, but is extremely gentle and docile, who like to cuddle!! As some of you know, I also trained dogs for mobility assist to help out people with mobility issues. Labs (of course) a breed that wants to please its master all the time, German Shepherds are a breed that are very loyal, smart and also good protectors and oddly enough, Standard Poodles who are brilliant, easy to train, little or no fur flying around, and without the goofy hair cuts, are a pretty breed as well. 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
canuckhooker 19203 Report post Posted September 26, 2012 I am a big fan of the terrier breeds. They are a lot of dog often wrapped up in a small package. I have a Westie right now, and although she looks like a cute little pup, she is also 22 lbs of muscles, teeth and attitude. Of course you tend to forget that when she wants to curl up beside you, or decides it is time to wash your face with her tongue. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoyfulC 132299 Report post Posted September 26, 2012 I am a big fan of the terrier breeds. They are a lot of dog often wrapped up in a small package. I have a Westie right now, and although she looks like a cute little pup, she is also 22 lbs of muscles, teeth and attitude. Of course you tend to forget that when she wants to curl up beside you, or decides it is time to wash your face with her tongue. My Westie picked my husband out for me. I was dating a lot of different guys, but she had no use for any of them. She'd always get between me and whatever guy was around, and try to get my attention. Until the day she met the man who would become my husband. She was head over heels for him at first sight, and followed him everywhere. I figured, if he was good enough for Katie, he was good enough for me. She made an excellent choice for us. 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
