Puppy or the Pound?

[squeegie]

I am getting the "We should get a dog" talk from the wife and son. Now, we already have a cat, and I am not TOTALLY against the thought of having a dog in the house, and I think it would be a good addition to our household. However, I am a bit leary about pulling the trigger.

Couple of finer details.
1) We dont have a fenced in yard
2) Our house has all wood floors.
3) The Mrs. hates dog hair and dog smell.
4) They BOTH will not shut the fuck up about getting a dog. So that pretty much means that its gonna happen eventually..

Now, IF we were to get a dog, I dont want one of those little ankle biter types. I think the general consensus is to get a Lab. A good family dog.
So.. do we get a puppy? If so, just how hard is it to train it not to destroy my house? I think the puppy will be easier for the cat to adjust to as well.

I have seen a couple of adult labs in our local SPCA. But what worries me there is that I may be walking into a fucked up situation as well. I dont know if the dogs personality, and I really dont need my kid getting his face ripped off becuase he hugged the dog or something.. I would rather rescue a dog that is going to be put down, but I am not sure what to look for in the way of behavioral problems and such.

Any suggestions? Seadog? How hard is the puppy training thing for someone that has never done it?

[Seadog]

don't get a puppy. go to the pound or to some rescue organization and adopt a homeless pet.

as for your wood floors, keep the nails trimmed and it shouldn't be an issue. as for the shedding, groom the dog regularly and there are some dietary supplements you can add to the diet to decrease the shedding.

PM me if you have any questions.

[Seadog]

and FYI a rescue organization isn't going to let you adopt a viicious dog. those dogs usually get the blue juice.

[squeegie]

don't get a puppy. go to the pound or to some rescue organization and adopt a homeless pet.

as for your wood floors, keep the nails trimmed and it shouldn't be an issue. as for the shedding, groom the dog regularly and there are some dietary supplements you can add to the diet to decrease the shedding.

PM me if you have any questions.

Thanks SD!

[radioparadisiac]

don't get a puppy. go to the pound or to some rescue organization and adopt a homeless pet.

as for your wood floors, keep the nails trimmed and it shouldn't be an issue. as for the shedding, groom the dog regularly and there are some dietary supplements you can add to the diet to decrease the shedding.

PM me if you have any questions.

...I agree w/this...w/an already made fambly a mature dog will not add as much stress as a puppy and seeing as how the dog will be new to your family you guys will have just as much fun as if it were a puppy...except hopefully for the fun of something you like being chewed to fuck...haha!...

[kristin]

Yeah you should definately adopt a dog. I went to the SPCA and there were SO many dogs there. It was so sad, I walked out of there with tears in my eyes. If I could have, I would have taken them all home. Maybe I should live on a farm...

[brymihay]

I dont know there's something to be said about raising your mutt from a puppy too. <now this is probably some of the gayest shit ive ever said> Maybe look into labradoodle's or golden doodles' <yes lab or golden/poodle cross> this thing has been a super lab for me, the bastard hardly sheds, hyperallergenic coat so no more itchy eyes after kicking it with the mutt. temperment is way more calm than either of the labs ive owned and bastard still very birdy. my homo uegenics breed has turned out to be the dog that's near perfect, but the again we all would say how perfect our dogs are.

just a thought if your breed hunting, otherwise be ready for endless puppy with your lab. Which is'nt a bad thing my first did'nt truly mature until well after his fourth b-day- still would not listen, very headstrong, destructive, escaping, running, etc...pain in the ass. That dog could hunt and swim though, anyways. Good Luck with whatever your choice is Ive been puppy shopping as of late too- kind of exciting! some of my most frustrated dog owning times have come from puppy days but i do smile fondly at how pistoff my boys and gal have gotten me!

[ran1963]

I agree the best places are the pounds. Also you can talk to your local vet in your area and they can tell you places to go too. If you know someone whose dog is having a litter soon then you can also get one from them too. Good luck. :)

[The Voodoo Chicken]

I don't think it's a good idea.

If your wife "hates dog hair and dog smell" she will likely start to resent the dog sooner or later and this can lead to behavior problems for the dog. This really sort of depends on the breed (for example, I have a Husky and EVERYTHING I own smells like dog and is covered in fur). Also, the wood floors are a goner. You can trim all you want, but that shit is gonna get scratched.

If you already have a cat, I think a puppy is better. I'm all for rescuing animals from the pound, but the chances are great that a juvenile/adult dog that has not been raised around a cat will want to eat Mr. Whiskers for breakfast.

I'm no expert, I've just been around dogs all my life and have seen way too many people own a dog when they should not (not necessarily saying that's you though).

.02

[radioparadisiac]

I don't think it's a good idea.

If your wife "hates dog hair and dog smell" she will likely start to resent the dog sooner or later and this can lead to behavior problems for the dog. This really sort of depends on the breed (for example, I have a Husky and EVERYTHING I own smells like dog and is covered in fur). Also, the wood floors are a goner. You can trim all you want, but that shit is gonna get scratched.

If you already have a cat, I think a puppy is better. I'm all for rescuing animals from the pound, but the chances are great that a juvenile/adult dog that has not been raised around a cat will want to eat Mr. Whiskers for breakfast.

I'm no expert, I've just been around dogs all my life and have seen way too many people own a dog when they should not (not necessarily saying that's you though).

.02


...wise words also...but!...there are tons of older dogs that don't give a fark about a cat other than hoping to not get in the way of the sharp things on the ends of it's feets...

[chambermaid27]

Here are breeds of dog you want to avoid no matter where you go:
Lab
Jack Russel
Chow chow
Husky (just for the hair like VC said, they're awesome but they shed awful))

And if you're not caught up on pure breads.. a mutt is the best. Better health, more smarts. And seadog is totally right.. keep the dog's nails clipped, your floors will be fine. DON'T get a puppy unless you want it tormenting the cat and have to go through having a "new born" baby again. They're totally dependent! Have PUH build you a fence!! LOL

Actually to put in a 4 or 5 ft wood fence isn't that difficult. Keith dug and set my poles for me and I built the fence myself plank for plank for 2 reasons.. it's cheaper and our yard is wavy... so we had to go with the ground. Ours is 8 ft except by the pool, it's closer to 12 ft so that when the deck is done, you still have total privacy.

Good breeds:
Collie mix
Boston Terrier (if you have the time and energy)
Retriever
Boarder or standard collie
Beagle
Blood hound (fence required)

And for shedding, like said, there's vitamin supplements and the more sun exposure, the less shedding.

DON"T go to a puppy mill either!!! Try the pound... over and over!

Good luck.

[squeegie]

Have PUH build you a fence!! LOL


Sorry, Florida building codes dont allow overpriced crooked fences built out of stolen lumber.

[chambermaid27]

And stay away from the "no kill" shelters. Those PETA freaks have no realistic grasp on population control. There aren't enough people out there for dogs to have a home. Usually what happens is the shelter's time, money and space runs out. The animals are the one's that get the shit end of the stick. National Humane Societies even have a euthanasia tech on hand because it's part of animal population control.

[Rance_Geodes]

i would suggest a 5-7 year old angry, sick Airedale terrier

[The Voodoo Chicken]

Here are breeds of dog you want to avoid no matter where you go:
Lab
Jack Russel
Chow chow
Husky (just for the hair like VC said, they're awesome but they shed awful))

And if you're not caught up on pure breads.. a mutt is the best. Better health, more smarts. And seadog is totally right.. keep the dog's nails clipped, your floors will be fine. DON'T get a puppy unless you want it tormenting the cat and have to go through having a "new born" baby again. They're totally dependent! Have PUH build you a fence!! LOL

Actually to put in a 4 or 5 ft wood fence isn't that difficult. Keith dug and set my poles for me and I built the fence myself plank for plank for 2 reasons.. it's cheaper and our yard is wavy... so we had to go with the ground. Ours is 8 ft except by the pool, it's closer to 12 ft so that when the deck is done, you still have total privacy.

Good breeds:
Collie mix
Boston Terrier (if you have the time and energy)
Retriever
Boarder or standard collie
Beagle
Blood hound (fence required)

And for shedding, like said, there's vitamin supplements and the more sun exposure, the less shedding.

DON"T go to a puppy mill either!!! Try the pound... over and over!

Good luck.
... and this is why you shouldn't take advice on the Internet.

[chambermaid27]

Tell you what VC... when you can say that you've dealt with 90% of breeds and have had to kill as many dogs as I have, we'll talk doggie style. loveya!

[The Voodoo Chicken]

I have, you dopey cunt.

[chambermaid27]

I have, you dopey cunt.

Please share

[¿¡?!]

the voodoo chicken should unpink me

[squeegie]

the voodoo chicken should have me euthanized

*fixed

[The Voodoo Chicken]

Please share
I've raised more breeds than I can count and I worked at an animal shelter for quite some time. My job included the daily slaughter of many dogs and cats, stacking their frozen corpses in the freezer room and basically being the veterinarian's bitch.

Also I like totally watch The Dog Whisperer all the time.

Your "advice" is based purely on emotion and supposition and that is the worst kind of advice. If this were an attention whoring contest I would gladly concede to your superior skills, but the man asked for some legit advice and that's what he got... from me, anyway.

[chambermaid27]

I'm not going to taint squeegie's thread either. But I was the euthanasia tech for animal control... not a "shelter" and yes, me and my family have raised many breeds of dogs. I'm a NACA 1 and 2 graduate and have specialized in dog behavior. I have no emotion when it comes to advice on dogs.... purely knowledge, exposure and educated advice. Good day sir.

[The Voodoo Chicken]

Yes, but you're still a dopey cunt.

[Outlaw]

Get a dead dog.

[chambermaid27]

Yes, but you're still a dopey cunt.


Hahaa... I might be, but I know my dogs dammit.

[Douchebaggery]

I need some dog help as well, but my main question is this: which breed has the tightest anus and sounds most like a 13 year old south malaysian boy when it whimpers?

[squeegie]

Get a dead dog.

Not a bad idea, but they dont listen to a damn thing you tell them.

[squeegie]

I need some dog help as well, but my main question is this: which breed has the tightest anus and sounds most like a 13 year old south malaysian boy when it whimpers?

Tight by who's standards?

[Douchebaggery]

the ABSOLUTE tightest. one you could circumcise a kid with

[The Voodoo Chicken]

Hahaa... I might be, but I know my dogs dammit.

Here are breeds of dog you want to avoid no matter where you go:
Lab
Jack Russel
Chow chow
Husky

Wrong.

And if you're not caught up on pure breads.. a mutt is the best. Better health, more smarts.

Wrong.

keep the dog's nails clipped, your floors will be fine.

Wrong.

DON'T get a puppy unless you want it tormenting the cat

Wrong.

Dopey cunt supercedes any knowledge you may think you have.

[The Voodoo Chicken]

Also, it's purebred, you dopey cunt.

[Douchebaggery]

I like 5 grain breeds

[Poor Ugly Happy]

All I have to say is you should never never never try to build your own fence.
NEVER!



And get a chocolate lab puppy. They are great dogs!







(not really. we got one at 3 months old...ate everything we owned...2 couches, a chair and one of the slower moving kids. He's a good dog now, but it took forever)

[Douchebaggery]

the hurricane fucked up one of the posts on my neighbours side of the yard so he came over and was like "yeah I'll I'll pick one up from home depot, etc" I was like buzzed and said " let me know if you need help putting it in".....then he came over and was like "hey just letting you know I'm about to put it in and may have to enter your backyard *hint hint* AKA "why don't you bring your bitch ass outside and help me"...

I had a beer and the game was on so I was like "cool, see ya" then I avoided answering the door until the work was finished...haha. but he never rang the doorbell anyway...he was counting on my " manly-ness" to bring me outside in the hot sun.

I did watch him pressed against the wall from my kitchen window while drinking a beer and went out side right as he had finished digging the hole. he's kinda blue collar-ish so I figured he probably enjoyed it and it did look like an awful lot of work for someone like me.

3 cheers for the brown side

[Outlaw]

And get a chocolate lab puppy. They are great dogs!



Not to mention good eatin'.

[The Voodoo Chicken]

I will admit, I know nothing about building fences.

[squeegie]

All I have to say is you should never never never leave wood out on a jobsite unattended.
NEVER!

[Poor Ugly Happy]

...

That too....

[turbine712]

Personally I would not ever own a Springer Spaniel. Those fuckers can go into red zone rage like you wouldn't believe.
I also would have a issue with dogs on hardwood floors however there are boot they can wear but that pretty gay.
A Heinz57 would bee a good choice but you need to evaluate what type of training and exercise you are willing to do with the dog.
I would tend to look at a low energy type dog rather than a hyper yippy lap dog

[ZZOTH]

Not a bad idea, but they dont listen to a damn thing you tell them.

they're great listeners though.


i agree with seadog, pretend you're the governor and give a older dog a stay of execution.

[Why Not?]

Get a dead dog.

Not a bad idea, but they dont listen to a damn thing you tell them.

Hey, that's not true, I got a dead dog and he listens to "stay" and "play dead" perfectly! Don't underestimate a dead dog.

[marleymarl]

recommending a border collie is just retarded cm

[brymihay]

the ABSOLUTE tightest. one you could circumcise a kid with

I think your looking for a pekingese.

[carlwinslow!]

And stay away from the "no kill" shelters. Those PETA freaks have no realistic grasp on population control. There aren't enough people out there for dogs to have a home. Usually what happens is the shelter's time, money and space runs out. The animals are the one's that get the shit end of the stick. National Humane Societies even have a euthanasia tech on hand because it's part of animal population control.

www.petakillsanimals.com

[nikoa]

My roommate has a brown lab. She is a really smart dog and learns quick. When my ex brought a cat home she was interested but did not attack the cat, just smelled her. It was actually the cat that got all aggressive.

Anyway I am no dog expert.

[-XXX-]

I'm not going to taint squeegie's thread either. But I was the euthanasia tech for animal control... not a "shelter" and yes, me and my family have raised many breeds of dogs. I'm a NACA 1 and 2 graduate and have specialized in dog behavior. I have no emotion when it comes to advice on dogs.... purely knowledge, exposure and educated advice. Good day sir.

hehehehe:snaggle:

[Keeza]

I am getting the "We should get a dog" talk from the wife and son. Now, we already have a cat, and I am not TOTALLY against the thought of having a dog in the house, and I think it would be a good addition to our household. However, I am a bit leary about pulling the trigger.

Couple of finer details.
1) We dont have a fenced in yard
2) Our house has all wood floors.
3) The Mrs. hates dog hair and dog smell.
4) They BOTH will not shut the fuck up about getting a dog. So that pretty much means that its gonna happen eventually..

Now, IF we were to get a dog, I dont want one of those little ankle biter types. I think the general consensus is to get a Lab. A good family dog.
So.. do we get a puppy? If so, just how hard is it to train it not to destroy my house? I think the puppy will be easier for the cat to adjust to as well.

I have seen a couple of adult labs in our local SPCA. But what worries me there is that I may be walking into a fucked up situation as well. I dont know if the dogs personality, and I really dont need my kid getting his face ripped off becuase he hugged the dog or something.. I would rather rescue a dog that is going to be put down, but I am not sure what to look for in the way of behavioral problems and such.

I don't see why it has to be either/or. Both Keeza and Missy were puppies when we got them (Keeza 3 months old, Missy around 4), both needing a home (Missy was literally homeless as we found her in the middle of fucking nowhere underfed and dehydrated). I was watching Houston Animal Cops or whatever it's called on Animal Planet today, and they had saved I think 50 pups from someone who resembled the devil, and they were all at the pound or SPCA or wherever they were takent to, looking for people to adopt them.
Where there's a will there's a way - even if you're small shitty-ass town like myself. (nevermore Tábua. See you in the odd holidays freakzone)

Although never to neglect the fact grown "second hand", rescued dogs are the most thankful pet you can ever get.
If you're worried the dog's personality, you'll get to hang out with the dog for a while before adoption, to see if you get along. I have done some volunteering at shelters before and it was a requirement; not sure if it is the same way everywhere else though.
But defintiely adoption squeeg :)

[lawbster]

Get a pomeranian. Instant great success.

[MoochMaster]

Here are breeds of dog you want to avoid no matter where you go:
Lab
Jack Russel
Chow chow
Husky (just for the hair like VC said, they're awesome but they shed awful))

And if you're not caught up on pure breads.. a mutt is the best. Better health, more smarts. And seadog is totally right.. keep the dog's nails clipped, your floors will be fine. DON'T get a puppy unless you want it tormenting the cat and have to go through having a "new born" baby again. They're totally dependent! Have PUH build you a fence!! LOL

Actually to put in a 4 or 5 ft wood fence isn't that difficult. Keith dug and set my poles for me and I built the fence myself plank for plank for 2 reasons.. it's cheaper and our yard is wavy... so we had to go with the ground. Ours is 8 ft except by the pool, it's closer to 12 ft so that when the deck is done, you still have total privacy.

Good breeds:
Collie mix
Boston Terrier (if you have the time and energy)
Retriever
Boarder or standard collie
Beagle
Blood hound (fence required)

And for shedding, like said, there's vitamin supplements and the more sun exposure, the less shedding.

DON"T go to a puppy mill either!!! Try the pound... over and over!

Good luck.

lol thats funny as hell, sorry but dont listen to this person what so ever. For starters, a lab is a retriever, 2 collie mix or boarder collie is going to be MUCH more attention needing then any boston, 3 why a fence for only the bloodhound? 4 beagles are loud and fucking run away for days. I think you might of been drunk postin that,

[brymihay]

you no got the stoopid^^^^^^^^^ there is a fair amount of sound advice there.... especially the border collie shit, that motherfucker will steal your car if you leave the keys laying around, and aint runnin there ass!

[kaneda33]

shiba inu or aikita

coolest fucking dogs on the planet

[kaneda33]

besides the Caucasian Ovtcharka of course

ahwFujle7CE

[JL]

god damn that dog is huge.

[Posuer1]

These are the only acceptable breeds. Everything else is shit.

German Shepherd
http://www.pups4sale.com.au/german_shepherd_glenbala_03.jpg
http://www.royalair.org/goldiefront.jpg

Rottweiler
http://www.doginfopedia.com/images/rottweiler.jpg
http://www.mistylakespetresort.com/images/rottweiler_puppy_nicholas.jpg

[chambermaid27]

Ok, you dipshits... here's an edited reasoning list. I took into consideration that A. wife is not much on dogs. B. son is what 12ish? 13? and C. there is no fence at the time. Read the edited quote you fucktards. And I'm guessing that squeegie wants an ALL AROUND good dog, one that the other neighborhood kids can hang with and the fucking dog won't try to eat up everything in house and everyone coming in the god damn door.

lol thats funny as hell, sorry but dont listen to this person what so ever. For starters, a lab is a retriever, 2 collie mix or boarder collie is going to be MUCH more attention needing then any boston, 3 why a fence for only the bloodhound? 4 beagles are loud and fucking run away for days. I think you might of been drunk postin that,

Here are breeds of dog you want to avoid no matter where you go:
Lab (been over bred and inbred so much in th US, they're in puppy state until about 5yrs of age, should be "worked" daily. And I fucking know it's in the god damn retriever family you dolt.)

Jack Russel (if Jack Russels weighed 100lbs or more, we'd all be snacks. These dogs have such a little dog complex that they're not good for MOSTLY anyone other than their family. And it's obvious that many of you have little man complex.... the nerve of a woman being more educated in such a thing as fucking dogs.)

Chow chow (self explanitory... they've never really been domesticated. They're bred for meat in China as we breed fucking cows here. Let's all go play with a god damned cow and see how accepting they are too)

Husky (just for the hair like VC said, they're awesome but they shed awful))

And if you're not caught up on pure breads.. a mutt is the best. Better health, more smarts. And seadog is totally right.. keep the dog's nails clipped, your floors will be fine. DON'T get a puppy unless you want it tormenting the cat and have to go through having a "new born" baby again. They're totally dependent! Have PUH build you a fence!! LOL

Actually to put in a 4 or 5 ft wood fence isn't that difficult. Keith dug and set my poles for me and I built the fence myself plank for plank for 2 reasons.. it's cheaper and our yard is wavy... so we had to go with the ground. Ours is 8 ft except by the pool, it's closer to 12 ft so that when the deck is done, you still have total privacy.

Good breeds:
Collie mix (any mix for that matter in the collie breed, just a FINE natured dog)

Boston Terrier (if you have the time and energy... one of the MOST dependent breeds)

Retriever (meaning a FUCKING golden you dullard)

Boarder or standard collie

Beagle (in groups, sure they're noisy.. but ONE fucking beagle is a gem. Shut up.

Blood hound (fence required. Unless you're going to let the fucking dog track every scent it wants to, you need a GOD DAMN fence)

And for shedding, like said, there's vitamin supplements and the more sun exposure, the less shedding.

DON"T go to a puppy mill either!!! Try the pound... over and over!

Good luck.

Fuck off you intimidated peons.

[MoochMaster]

Ok, you dipshits... here's an edited reasoning list. I took into consideration that A. wife is not much on dogs. B. son is what 12ish? 13? and C. there is no fence at the time. Read the edited quote you fucktards. And I'm guessing that squeegie wants an ALL AROUND good dog, one that the other neighborhood kids can hang with and the fucking dog won't try to eat up everything in house and everyone coming in the god damn door.





Fuck off you intimidated peons.
You did not make that any more helpful whatsoever.

Here is my list of dogs not to get.
Dalmation

[Seadog]

Hahaa... I might be, but I know my dogs dammit.
I am glad you asked to have your account deleted. The list you provided of dogs to avoid and dogs that were ok was, well goddamn retarded.

I train dogs and bitches too.

[BeLLa]

Why did she ask to have her account deleted?

[sbkey]

All I have to say is you should never never never try to build your own fence.
NEVER!



And get a chocolate lab puppy. They are great dogs!







(not really. we got one at 3 months old...ate everything we owned...2 couches, a chair and one of the slower moving kids. He's a good dog now, but it took forever)

LOL! We have a 7 month old chocolate lab that we have had since birth...we have his mom also. I love him sooooo much but I could just choke the living shit out of him sometimes as well. He has actually eaten bare spots in our carpet. Also I am a rock fanatic and he won['t stop taking my rocks and chewing on them and strewing them all over the house.

[Keeza]

The list you provided of dogs to avoid and dogs that were ok was, well goddamn retarded.
...so you agree that beagles are not a good breed to have? But... but... I like snoopy :/
Just sucks those little fuckers need so much running but they're by far one of the breeds that makes me smile the most - puppy or adult, they're always cute, and though I'm not familiar with the breed's temper, the ones I dealt with were very friendly.

Also, whoever suggested akita (can't remember who) as a good pet, screw you. My family has had akitas for the past 15 years and those are some aggressive dogs - if you're not the nuclear family they won't like you. I used to go to my uncles' place several times a year, for weeks in a row, I dealt with those dogs since they were puppies and neither me nor my sister could get near them if they weren't on a leash.
...then two years ago one of the bitches, that crackwhore, had an affair with a lab and the two dogs fruit of their passion are the friendliest canines ever. Akita-looking but with a lab temper.
(I'd also like to add PUH is being racist based on the lab's coat colour. motherfucker)

Squeegie is looking for a dog to have with his kid in the house, and I don't think akita and rotts are the best option, both for their personality as for their size (I may be wrong but I don't think he's looking for a large specimen). Rotts are one of my fav breeds, I think they're everybody's, but probably not the best choice for a first-timer.
...nor toy dogs. The smaller the noisier, which may be an issue for the wife's ears (and your own)



Disclaimer: this is for the most part all amateur observational opinion... some is acurate based on what books say about the dogs, but mostly just personal experience. Maybe I just dealt with a really wicked blood lineage of Akitas and for the most part they actually make good pets *gasp!*

[NukeTheChildren]

buy a dog without legs.

or buy a dog and cunt fuck your wife with all 4 legs, then saw them off with your son's bear trap of a mouth.

see, christmas miracles DO happen!

[Seadog]

...so you agree that beagles are not a good breed to have? But... but... I like snoopy :/
Just sucks those little fuckers need so much running but they're by far one of the breeds that makes me smile the most - puppy or adult, they're always cute, and though I'm not familiar with the breed's temper, the ones I dealt with were very friendly.

Also, whoever suggested akita (can't remember who) as a good pet, screw you. My family has had akitas for the past 15 years and those are some aggressive dogs - if you're not the nuclear family they won't like you. I used to go to my uncles' place several times a year, for weeks in a row, I dealt with those dogs since they were puppies and neither me nor my sister could get near them if they weren't on a leash.
...then two years ago one of the bitches, that crackwhore, had an affair with a lab and the two dogs fruit of their passion are the friendliest canines ever. Akita-looking but with a lab temper.
(I'd also like to add PUH is being racist based on the lab's coat colour. motherfucker)

Squeegie is looking for a dog to have with his kid in the house, and I don't think akita and rotts are the best option, both for their personality as for their size (I may be wrong but I don't think he's looking for a large specimen). Rotts are one of my fav breeds, I think they're everybody's, but probably not the best choice for a first-timer.
...nor toy dogs. The smaller the noisier, which may be an issue for the wife's ears (and your own)



Disclaimer: this is for the most part all amateur observational opinion... some is acurate based on what books say about the dogs, but mostly just personal experience. Maybe I just dealt with a really wicked blood lineage of Akitas and for the most part they actually make good pets *gasp!*


everything she posted was complete bullshit. Go get that beagle girl, get him and love him.

[Philip Zimbardo]

I bet it has to be annoying as balls to have people jabber on so much about dogs. Especially when you know what you're doing and they're fucking clueless and cockhungry for attention/conversation.

Dachshunds. Do it.