Dog recommendation/help/insight
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portugeuse water dog. Check it out. They don't shed. Don't get huge but big enough. Super intelligent. Great demeaner. Super soft. I prefer the wavy vs curly. A buddy of mine has had 3 of them, they are great dogs.
Don't both you and your wife travel often for extended periods of time out of the country?
Do you both work long hours?
Where would the dog go?
Do you both work long hours?
Where would the dog go?
the alpha does not allow sleeping on the same level
it causes problems with the dog thinking its the boss
Exactly, our dog tried taking over my spot in bed the first couple of days......Went to move her one night and she nipped at me, that was the LAST time she was allowed on the bed.....:0008
Are you sure that you are a dog person :shrug::shrug::shrug:
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Getting ready to go out of the country, but that is rare. We do have a home in Ky now, but we are working in LV. Having a dog is definitely doable though bc we work opposite shifts, and we have a big support network both places if we need help. Logistically, it can be done with an abundance of free time to work with the dog. My last dog could follow hand signals on his retrieving up to 50 yards away, and I take pride on a well-trained, intelligent, and well-behaved dog. This is a huge decision though that I am not taking lightly.
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You are the best. Have a great mission trip. I'm already planning my WSOP in June. If you are around, beers are on me.
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Clint,
There really is no such thing as a hypo allergenic dog as even hairless breeds still have some level of dander. Many people confuse shedding with dander, they are not the same. While it may seem that a long haired dog would be worse for allergen sufferers, they are not. With proper grooming habits, any allergic effects can be minimalized to the point of being negligible. Some are just more easily cared for. If you are saying you have time to train the dog, you'll have more than enough time to take him or her outside for a brushing on a regular basis.
I'm only telling you this because I think it is an absolute mistake to pick a breed restricted family pet. No two dogs are exactly alike regardless of breed. English bulldogs for instance, can require an incredible amount of care, due largely in part to medical issues, yet they are very loving and shed very little. They often develop sinus and breathing issues, skin maladies and joint problems are also very common, more so than in other breeds. Sounds like it wouldn't be a good choice for you right, except you're a caregiver by choice and profession so a bulldog may be a perfect fit for your family simply weighted on the breed's penchant for affection and personal bonding. If you want a more active dog than maybe a boxer. Also a bulldog breed. What I'm trying to say is don't limit your choices. There are several adoption events every week in every part of the nation. If your looking for a new best friend, there's a great one out there right now that's been looking for you their entire life and as we speak, he or she is locked up waiting on you to show up. That much I can promise you.
I will say I'm elated that you're considering a new pet and I know this isn't the information you were asking for so sorry about that. If i have to name a breed for you, my first thought was a mixed breed mutt, second was a cockapoo or a boxer.,
I truly hope that helps,
FDC
There really is no such thing as a hypo allergenic dog as even hairless breeds still have some level of dander. Many people confuse shedding with dander, they are not the same. While it may seem that a long haired dog would be worse for allergen sufferers, they are not. With proper grooming habits, any allergic effects can be minimalized to the point of being negligible. Some are just more easily cared for. If you are saying you have time to train the dog, you'll have more than enough time to take him or her outside for a brushing on a regular basis.
I'm only telling you this because I think it is an absolute mistake to pick a breed restricted family pet. No two dogs are exactly alike regardless of breed. English bulldogs for instance, can require an incredible amount of care, due largely in part to medical issues, yet they are very loving and shed very little. They often develop sinus and breathing issues, skin maladies and joint problems are also very common, more so than in other breeds. Sounds like it wouldn't be a good choice for you right, except you're a caregiver by choice and profession so a bulldog may be a perfect fit for your family simply weighted on the breed's penchant for affection and personal bonding. If you want a more active dog than maybe a boxer. Also a bulldog breed. What I'm trying to say is don't limit your choices. There are several adoption events every week in every part of the nation. If your looking for a new best friend, there's a great one out there right now that's been looking for you their entire life and as we speak, he or she is locked up waiting on you to show up. That much I can promise you.
I will say I'm elated that you're considering a new pet and I know this isn't the information you were asking for so sorry about that. If i have to name a breed for you, my first thought was a mixed breed mutt, second was a cockapoo or a boxer.,
I truly hope that helps,
FDC
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I thought a cockapoo was a talking bird? 
opcorn2
JK of course. Thanks for the insight. I'm used to having retrievers, and everything they get on and everytime u pet them, there is a lot of hair. That's what I have to avoid. The Bulldogs always have those snot noses, and sleep apnea, and they always are sick. I don't think that would be a good fit. I thought they shed a lot too? Maybe it was just my friend who didn't brush hers, idk?
I'm really thinking some kind of poodle or poodle mix. I love poodles, and the ones I have been around are very intelligent.
opcorn2JK of course. Thanks for the insight. I'm used to having retrievers, and everything they get on and everytime u pet them, there is a lot of hair. That's what I have to avoid. The Bulldogs always have those snot noses, and sleep apnea, and they always are sick. I don't think that would be a good fit. I thought they shed a lot too? Maybe it was just my friend who didn't brush hers, idk?
I'm really thinking some kind of poodle or poodle mix. I love poodles, and the ones I have been around are very intelligent.
Good luck in your decision and your trip Clint. One of the best things I have been around and seen was once while playing golf with Clint and Joker, Clint started whistling into his hands with them cupped together. He made the exact replica sound of a mourning dove that we have all heard.......who ahhhhh, whoooo who whooooo.
next thing we know he has one right at his feet, literally a foot away walking and following him, and then another. It was classic.
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One of my buddies used to call me "nature boy". I can mouth call a lot of birds/animals.
