Any suggestions on a puppy?

Nano · Posted: Wed May 14, 2008 3:53 am Post subject: Any suggestions on a puppy?

My husband I would like to get a puppy, but are not sure which breed to get.We are looking for a loving and protective dog. We live out in the country and want a dog that will guard and also be a good family dog. We have grandchildren ranging in age from 4 yrs to 13 yrs. that come to visit and also have 4 cats as well. My two girls have choc. labs, and my son has a golden retriever. We have had some break ins in the area, and really want a dog that will stand his ground. I have had german shephards years ago, but was thinking of a doberman. Any input would be appreciated. Question

Sara · Posted: Wed May 14, 2008 6:13 pm Post subject:

Personally I think you should go with a rare breed myself. Something like A Boerboel or Cane Corso from working bloodlines. With the less popular breeds it seems you can have a better chance at getting the temperment and health you'd want rather than going to a more well known breed where you can possibly get a show dog who's a chicken or who fails in health.

Rottweilers can be good as well, although you really need to do your homework on the breeder.

If you want I can direct you to a VERY good breeder of healthy working Boerboels and some information about them.

Feel free to email me at slrobbins13@gmail.com

Mary_NH · Posted: Fri May 16, 2008 5:28 pm Post subject:

you should check with your homeowner's insurance company BEFORE choosing any breed of dog. You don't want to get one that your insurance company has listed as a banned breed.

Nano · Posted: Sat May 17, 2008 1:40 am Post subject:

Dukesdad · Posted: Tue May 20, 2008 2:17 pm Post subject:

Definately not a Lab if you want a watchdog. There's the old joke that a Lab would happily hold the flashlight for a burglar.

You might consider a Great Pyranese if you have the room. I understand that guarding their territory is in their genes.

Chezza · Posted: Thu May 22, 2008 11:24 am Post subject:

Rottweilers are very good guard dogs and good family dogs, but they have a tendacy to have major hip problems as they get older..

LOL @ The lab comment .. Laughing

We have Bull terriers, and they are great with kids and very protective even though they get a bad name. Sad

But Each to there own
Very Happy

HDrydr · Posted: Fri May 23, 2008 1:20 am Post subject:

Awwwww

I've got a Boxer/LAB........ And Buster is a Great guard dog!!! He is gentle but if someone were to come in his home....watch out.....