Are you picky about dog breeds.....

[CynBeth]

My DH and I prefer medium or large dogs. Over the years we have been married we have had 2 rescue mixed breed dogs from a shelter.

 

[john7994]

Our 30-pound Mountain Cur

 

[sjberg79]

We are partial to cocker spaniels. We are on our 4th. The first two were all cocker (my profile picture is my gorgeous girl, she passed away last November after battling cancer for over 2 years). Our 3rd was a cocker/poodle mix. He had so many health issues because of being part poodle, I don't know if I will ever get another poodle mix. He was brilliant though, so smart. We are down to one dog now, he's mostly cocker but he's got something else too that's a mystery. But he's cocker enough for us. I just like how merry and sweet they are, great family dogs. Constant shadows that follow you around. I think cocker spaniels are listed as small dogs, they are usually around 25-30 lbs but ours have always been a little bigger.

 

[LSUmiss]

Not so much breeds, but definitely size. Give me a big dog any day over a small yappy one. We had a Springer Spaniel at one time and she was the best dog ever.

I said “next time” I want to get a springer. Hopefully not any time soon b/c both dogs are only 5 right now.

 

[Jennasis]

We are a hound family.

 

[brockash]

And why did you choose the dog you have/had? I'm a little dog person because that's all I've ever had in life. Though I love big dogs (I'm my neighbor 's Australian Shepherd's favorite person) I prefer to own small ones. I like lhasa apsos and mini poodles, or any mix of those breeds, though my last dog was a terrier dachshund mix who was a rescue. After he died in 2018, my mind was set on a poodle, or any small similar breed. It took 7 months, but a female Maltipoo puppy finally showed up at the humane society. Though she can be a prima donna, she's the smartest dog I've ever had. She was fully potty trained in a week. She was the very first female dog I've ever had, and is much more territorial than any of my male dogs ever were. I had a Lhasa apso in high school and loved his personality.

I'm a big dog person. To me, small dogs just kinda gross me out. I know it doesn't doesn't make any logical sense, but something about them being so close to the ground and they look more rodent-like to me than dog. When I was a kid I had a lab and throughout the years 4 dachshunds, but as an adult I've stuck to largerish dogs.

 

[LSUmiss]

I'm a big dog person. To me, small dogs just kinda gross me out. I know it doesn't doesn't make any logical sense, but something about them being so close to the ground and they look more rodent-like to me than dog. When I was a kid I had a lab and throughout the years 4 dachshunds, but as an adult I've stuck to largerish dogs.

Lol. Funny thing is my big dog is much grosser & messier than my little dog. Little dog is a doxie. But big dog is a 90 lb golden retriever with a beautiful coat BUT that’s a lot of hair! And, he gets matted & if he gets wet with the pool or rain, it is a hot mess! He also is messier with his his water bowl! He’s the best, most loyal, laid back dog I have ever had so he’s worth all the effort! But, man, he can be a mess. I literally have all hard floors, all leather furniture & all leather car seats b/c of him!

 

[SteveH]

Picky? Not sure I'll say picky but we do have a thing for Wire Fox Terriers - I grew up with one, and wife and I (kids too) have had 4, plus a Golden and a Mix (Wolf/Chow/Golden). I think we love the playfulness and big personality that the WFT breed has.

 

[Jangles]

I have always had big dogs and at the moment I have a male golden retriever. I like to walk for miles every day and he suits my lifestyle. But he is big and strong and although golden are easy to train, I am not getting any younger, so I think he will probably be my last big dog.

I once had a border collie. He was beautiful and very bright, but very strong willed. Probably the next size down from a retriever, but I don’t know whether I have the stamina to train a dog of such intelligence again.

 

[unrequited23]

I've never been picky about dog breeds, I just like a nice soft coat to pet. But ever since we got our beagle/rat terrier/corgi mix I've been in love with his short little legs.

 

[mjkacmom]

Not so much breeds, but definitely size. Give me a big dog any day over a small yappy one. We had a Springer Spaniel at one time and she was the best dog ever.

I have a small dog, Jack Russell minpin mix (rescue, I don’t support purchasing dogs), so not a yappy dog (18 pounds, so not tiny). She does bark when people come to the door, and they are always surprised when they see her, expecting something much larger. Besides being able to jump very high, run very fast, and having a definite hate for wildlife, she really has very few traits for her breeds. I adopt fir personality, not breed. A friend adopted a clone of her previous dog (not a real clone) and they couldn’t be more different.

 

[cedricandsophie]

We had welsh pembrook corgis for over 30 years. We stArted out adopting adult corgis thru rescue organizations. Then we finally decided we wanted a puppy. We found a wonderful breeder and got my Cedric, the love of my life. As my husband always said, he looked at me with adoration, followed me everywhere and when I was around I was his whole world. Two years later we got a companion for him, Sophie. I love Corgis for their energy, their funny faces, their ability to make me smile. We lost our Sophie 3 years ago due to heart disease, at age 10. Then a year and half ago we had to put down my beloved Cedric at age 14. He lost the use of his back legs. I tried many things to help him. I got a red wagon to take him for walks and woukd put him down to potty. I tried massage therapy for him. I even tried a doggie wheelchair and various other tools. But finally he was losing his ability to hold his bowels. The vet told us we would know when it was time. My husband and I took him in and held him as he went to sleep. I cried for days. And still do whenever I think of him. I haven’t been able to replace him yet. We rescued two kittens instead who are great. But no dog or cat will ever take his place.

 

[Moliphino]

I have always had big dogs and at the moment I have a male golden retriever. I like to walk for miles every day and he suits my lifestyle. But he is big and strong and although golden are easy to train, I am not getting any younger, so I think he will probably be my last big dog.

I once had a border collie. He was beautiful and very bright, but very strong willed. Probably the next size down from a retriever, but I don’t know whether I have the stamina to train a dog of such intelligence again.View attachment 681230View attachment 681231

I love border collies (and huskies) but I know I'm far too lazy a person to own one. They need so much exercise and mental stimulation to be happy.
When our elkhound/border collie mix was younger he could walk all day and not be tired. He didn't slow down until he was about 12, either (he's 15.5 now).

 

[MinnieFan4ever]

I love all dogs! First dog was an Aussie, oh how I miss that dog! 2nd was a boarder collie mix, what a sweetheart! We now have an Aussie doodle and he is awesome! I seem to be drawn to fluffy, snuggle dogs. .

 

[disneychrista]

Nope. I am partial to mutts though.

 

[tcufrog]

I was really allergic to dogs growing up which made me sad because I love dogs. My allergy went away when I was an adult. When we decided to get a dog I looked for dogs that don't shed because I was concerned that having dog hair everywhere would cause my allergy to come back. We had a lot of wildlife where we lived at the time so I wanted a dog that wouldn't be snack-sized for the local predators. I wanted a dog that would be good with kids but I didn't want a poodle because I had a series of traumatic encounters with a poodle when I was a kid. I searched online for 6 months for puppy or adult dog rescue that would work and had no luck. The few I found were at rescues that required you to be an experienced dog owner and to already have a dog.

We finally gave up and got Abbie, mini/medium Goldendoodle from a local breeder who was highly recommended and had an excellent reputation. One thing I liked about the breeder was that she donated puppies every year to a local group that trains diabetes service dogs. We adore Abbie even though she's extremely lazy and obsessed with food. My best friend can tell when Abbie's hungry because she can hear Abbie whining over the phone. The last time we boarded her, her report card said that she enjoyed watching the other dogs play.

During the lockdown, we adopted a puppy from a rescue that the rescue claimed was a Maltipoo. We were hoping that having a puppy around would make Abbie more active. She had gotten so lazy that she'd just look at us and lay back down if we tried to play fetch with us. That dog looks nothing like a Maltipoo but he doesn't shed. The new dog's name is Loki, after the Norse trickster god (DS15 is really into mythology) and he really lives up to his name. He is crazy and a lovable handful.

Those photos were taken at doggie daycare. I wish I looked that good

 

[JBRB828]

Only big dogs for us. Over the years we had, a German Shorthaired Pointer, Viszla, Black Lab and a Chocolate Lab. Right now we are grandparents to a rescue mix, mostly boxer.

 

[Silver saucer]

I grew up with a St Bernard and later a Great Dane. As an adult I had a Golden Retriever. They were all awesome dogs. Im not much into little yappy dogs. I love big dogs!!!!
Currently I don't have a dog just two 20 lb cats. One day I will get a dog again and it will be large!!!!

 

[Disneyland1084]

I adopt my doggies.

Same here, except my very first dog a neighbor gave to me. After my last dog died, I looked at the humane society 's website every day. After almost 6 months of mostly pitbulls and Chihuahuas, I started looking at breeders until one day my Maltipoo showed up as a stray. Her owner never claimed her, so I got to take her home after 5 days.

 

[RamblingMad]

Same here, except my very first dog a neighbor gave to me. After my last dog died, I looked at the humane society 's website every day. After almost 6 months of mostly pitbulls and Chihuahuas, I started looking at breeders until one day my Maltipoo showed up as a stray. Her owner never claimed her, so I got to take her home after 5 days.

My dog is part pitbull. Adopting means getting dogs breeds that people are terrible at training and working with it. It's hard work.