Breeds That Aren't For You

• 08-05-2008 9:23 PM

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  Laurelin_429 Joined on 11-07-2006 Texas/OK Posts 1,305 Points 100

  Re: Breeds That Aren't For You Reply Contact Low energy breeds are not for me. I like dogs that want to do something. Gets me off my lazy butt and gets me exercise! (Seriously having Summer i've lost a lot of weight keeping her satisfied). No excessive drooling breeds really. Very very few shorthaired breeds I'd want either. No giant breeds. No dog aggressive breeds- I always have a pack and I cannot deal with separating and such. No scent hounds and no terriers. No low to the ground breeds. And nothing that requires frequent professional grooming! That's about it. I am very picky, I know. Basically give me a herder or a papillon! lol Papillons- You can't just have one

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• 08-05-2008 9:39 PM

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  BlackLabbie Joined on 01-28-2008 South of Boston Posts 3,045 Points 250

  Re: Breeds That Aren't For You Reply Contact The only breed I would never ever own is a Pomeranian. They don't fit my lifestyle at all, I don't like the size or the fur, and I can't stand how people approach them with that squeeky baby voice. However, I've never seen a nasty Pom (most I've seen are happy-go-lucky little things), but I have seen more than my share of nasty Pom owners- usually people who think their dogs crap doesn't smell, lol. I probably will never own any toy sized breed, just not for me. I do love Pugs but realistically they don't fit.   My lifestyle is defiantly perfect for a retriever, and that's probably all I'll ever own. -Stephanie blacklabbie.weebly.com Apollo- black Labrador Retriever Molson- buff American Cocker Spaniel Patty- black American Cocker Spaniel

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• 08-05-2008 9:55 PM

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  jenns Joined on 09-10-2007 NE New Jersey Posts 1,251 Points 10

  Re: Breeds That Aren't For You Reply Contact I'd have say any large, active, longish haired breed, ie setters, herding breeds, huskies etc...  Just wouldn't fit my lifestyle as a career professional living in a townhouse with no yard and limited time. I also would have to say pit bulls.  I really do love their personalities and their appearance, but there is just too much responsibilty that goes along with owning one.   I also don't think any breed with a flat face or tendency to drool would work for me.  I think the smaller hound and terrier types fit my lifestyle best. Zoe - 3 year old chocolate and tan miniature dachshund Zack - 1 year old toy manchester terrier Ally - 10 year old black and white domestic shorthair cat

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• 08-05-2008 10:40 PM

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  IrishSetterGrl Joined on 05-19-2007 Posts 860 Points 110

  Re: Breeds That Aren't For You Reply Contact AuroraLove: Oh no dont take offense.....she'll meet one someday that will change her mind, LOL......they always do! If she met my Rory ( the little ham) she'd fall in love. LOL I sure hope nobody takes offense to my post.   I already have. : ) A while ago I had a very negative view of pitties, but I met one, Rosa Bella, at the humane society and my mind was forever changed! What I meant by comment of being told to fear them is that my parents support the PB ban and I used to be scared of them because of what they, especially my mom, told me. Now, I know better but I still am a little apprehensive when meeting one because I feared them for such a long time. Does that make better sense lol?  Now that that's said, back to topic...it's interesting I think! ~ISGrl and the Irish setters, Cadie (9 yrs) and Riley (2 yrs)

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• 08-05-2008 10:47 PM

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  oranges81 Joined on 10-13-2007 BC Canada Posts 3,617 Points 250

  Re: Breeds That Aren't For You Reply Contact  Any breed with a smushed face. Lol. I love the Bulldog but I don't think I'll ever own one due to the breathing problems. Also any toy dog. I do want a Chi in the future but thinking realisticly it ain't gonna happen. Lol. Right now I'm working on building my pack with medium to large dogs so I'd be worried about a toy dog being stepped on.  I don't like drooling breeds either but DH does so we're at an impass onthat one. lol. ~Kitty Train early, train often, train with no pain The most powerful feeling is the knowing you belong, and you are right were you should be It’s Love when you can watch them love another person, smile and say “I’m happy for you” when inside you want to die. "...you will be positively the most fearsome pirates in the Spanish Main." "Not just the Spanish Main, love. The entire ocean. The entire world. Wherever we want to go, we'll go. That's what a ship is, you know. It's not just a keel and a hull and a deck, and sails, that's what a ship needs. But what a ship is, what the Black Pearl really is...is freedom." Jack Sparrow "Why is the rum gone??" - Jack Sparrow

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• 08-05-2008 11:04 PM

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  mollymoo Joined on 09-10-2006 Posts 1,391 Points 780

  Re: Breeds That Aren't For You Reply Contact For this thread I think it is just better to say what I would have live with which it is much more simplified. I would get a Lhasa or a Lhasa mix, A Yorkie, or a Bella - my dog (breed unknown) No other dogs interest me. I love all dogs everywhere but     The Father said I've turned my own name back to front and called you dog, My friend. -Author Unknown

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• 08-05-2008 11:36 PM

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  BEVOLASVEGAS Joined on 07-11-2006 Texas Posts 7,914 Points 940

  Re: Breeds That Aren't For You Reply Contact I'm lazy when it comes to grooming, so long haired dogs are out. The doxies test my patience every day, so I doubt that I will ever have a hound or terrier again.  Although, I do plan on adopting a greyhound at some point in my life. I live an active life, so low energy dogs aren't really my style.   At the end of the day, I want a breed that is high energy, & whip smart.  Sounds like a dobie to me! Amanda

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• 08-05-2008 11:49 PM

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  Infiniti Joined on 08-06-2007 Chicago Suburbs, Illinois Posts 1,842 Points 300

  Re: Breeds That Aren't For You Reply Contact AuroraLove: Oh no dont take offense.....she'll meet one someday that will change her mind, LOL......they always do! It's so true...I never used to really like or dislike PBs until I met Bumpkin.  He was a stray found by the humane society, who's dogs were housed in the boarding facility that I worked at.  Bumpkin was so FABULOUS.  He had the most amazing temperament, a total lover to people, and he enjoyed playing with the other dogs.  I wanted to adopt him SO bad...but I was living at home at the time, so no luck.  I heard he went to an excellent home, though. Anyways, to get back on topic, I would have to say that I will probably never have hounds or birding dogs (setter, spaniels, etc).  I just seem to prefer the trainability and specific drive of herding and working breeds. Lisa and: URO1 'PR' AliAK's Vereesa Windrunner RL1, CGC, TDI - "Honor" - Alaskan Klee Kai Victory At Marathon - "Nike" - Shetland Sheepdog URO1 RBIS GRCH 'PR' AliAK's Ain't No Mountn Hi Enf, CGC, TDI - "Eli" - Alaskan Klee Kai BIMBS BISS GRCH 'PR' Alaskai's Nikiski V AliAK, CGC, TDI - "Nikki" - Alaskan Klee Kai Dubby - Holland Lop Waiting At The Bridge: Max (Mini Lop Rabbit)

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• 08-06-2008 12:30 AM

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  grab01 Joined on 09-10-2007 middle of the desert Posts 1,452 Points 0	Re: Breeds That Aren't For You Reply Contact not so much a breed thing with me as much as I can't see myself ever having a high energy type dog..so likely herding and sporting dogs are out unless I came across a really lazy one. I wouldn't have a Bulldog simply because all I see are the health problems at work. Skin and breathing problems, etc.
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• 08-06-2008 11:34 AM

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  BannedBreed Lover Joined on 05-28-2008 Ontario, Canada Posts 213 Points 170

  Re: Breeds That Aren't For You Reply Contact Well, super micro size dogs are out for me.. so that rules out Chihuahuas, Yorkies, Shih Tzu's, Lhasa Apso's, Poms, Toy Poodles and Italian Greyhounds. I'm not one either for many hound breeds like Afghans, Ridgebacks, Salukis, Pharoah Hounds, however I do like Deerhounds and Wolfhounds as well as Greyhounds, and I love Bloodhounds. Bulldogs are a major no..I understand that all breeds have some inherent genetic health issues, but with Bulldogs it's like playing Russian Roulette, testing to the 9's and still one has to hope for a litter that doesn't have every known health defect under the sun.  Even with all of the testing that some breeders put into them, their temperament is so stubborn, I don't see how they've made the AKC's Top 10??? Portuguese Water Dogs I find annoying along with Min Pins, Schipperkes, Australian Shepherds, Irish Water Spaniels and Bedlington Terriers.. They'll never be one in my household.. No offense to anyone, just these breeds don't mesh well with me. Give me either a Rottie or a molossian who drools, has short hair and weighs over 120 lbs.. To me that's a dog and I love 'em big. Creative topic, it's really weird how one breed is just perfect for some, while the very next member could feel the total opposite.  Shows how varied tastes and opinions are. Ashley   In Memory of: Cleo (1994-1999) & Dacota (1995-1999) "Great dogs in every sense of the word".

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• 08-06-2008 11:59 AM

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  Dog_ma Joined on 06-25-2007 San Diego County, California Posts 1,389 Points 860

  Re: Breeds That Aren't For You Reply Contact English bulldogs. Can't see the point - obnoxious, unable to do much, and full of health problems. Why do people buy these things? To be fair, my neighbors have three and I like them very much as individuals, but I cannot grasp the reason to breed a dog with so little going for it. Wet draggy beards ... ugh. Any dog too small and delicate to feel comfortable around. We're a high energy, fast moving house and I don't want to worry about squishing something.   "Are you a dog trainer?" "No, but I did stay at a Holiday Inn last night."

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• 08-06-2008 12:14 PM

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  jenns Joined on 09-10-2007 NE New Jersey Posts 1,251 Points 10

  Re: Breeds That Aren't For You Reply Contact BannedBreed Lover: Bulldogs are a major no..I understand that all breeds have some inherent genetic health issues, but with Bulldogs it's like playing Russian Roulette, testing to the 9's and still one has to hope for a litter that doesn't have every known health defect under the sun.  Even with all of the testing that some breeders put into them, their temperament is so stubborn, I don't see how they've made the AKC's Top 10??? I've been wondering the same thing.  There is a problem when a breed has difficulty with breathing, chewing, swimming, jumping, running, walking long distances and giving birth, and has skin issues, flatulence problems and cannot be outside in hot weather.  Add to that the stubborness and I just don't see the appeal.  I actually feel sorry for them. Zoe - 3 year old chocolate and tan miniature dachshund Zack - 1 year old toy manchester terrier Ally - 10 year old black and white domestic shorthair cat

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• 08-06-2008 12:29 PM

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  kle1986 Joined on 10-22-2007 KY Posts 3,488 Points 915

  Re: Breeds That Aren't For You Reply Contact IrishSetterGrl: Most hounds - I'm sorry, it's the bark, lol. But I think a lot of the hound breeds are very pretty!   I have to agree on this one. That is the only thing that would keep me from owning any hound breed. And boy am I in love with tricolored beagles.   German Shepard- I love the solid blacks and the silver/black ones. But for some odd reason every GSD I have met tries to eat me. I am not kidding. My friend had one and it didnt matter how many times I have been over there Nikki just decided I would make a better toy than friend. Then there was a lady I used to babysit for that had one that wouldnt let me out of the car period. So as much as I love the looks of a GSD I will have to pass on actually getting one. Most little dogs- I just like big dogs. Yes I have a chihuahua but she's JJ's type of dog. Now there a a few little dogs I do like. Border Collie- They need a job and I just couldnt give them what they needed. Boxer- I just wouldnt ever own one. I have nothing against them they just dont appeal to me. Chow- Same reason as the boxer. I think that is about it.   Kimberly

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• 08-06-2008 12:45 PM

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  kpwlee Joined on 06-17-2006 North Carolina Posts 6,418 Points 535	Re: Breeds That Aren't For You Reply Contact  I won't name specific breeds just say I like big athletic short-haired dogs I would never have a small dog or a dog that had grooming needs - just too lazy and I need a dog that has lots of energy and is athletic.
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• 08-06-2008 12:46 PM

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  Benedict Joined on 05-30-2006 England Posts 6,613 Points 870

  Re: Breeds That Aren't For You Reply Contact  I can't think of a specific breed I'd *never* have, but am reminded of that quote about growing up meaning you realise you won't have time to own all the dogs you want.  So it is a matter of priorities and there are some breeds I'd rather own than others. I'd never own any dog, at any given point, that I didn't think I could provide a good life for.   Kate - Dog.community Administrator Jokers to the right. www.lumosmaremma.com - a dog blog about raising a Maremma in a city.

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