Hey
guys today I'm looking for dog breeds. I know a lot about animals, but I
want your opinion on what kind of dog I should get. I would like an
breed that is very smart, but I'm not a big fan of small lap dogs. So
bigger dogs please. I need a breed that is over 50 pounds. Thank you!
Answer
Greyhound. They may seem bad and scary, but they are the fastest coutch potato in the world.
Height – Weight
Height: Males (71-76cm) – Females (68-71cm)
Weight: Males(29-36kg) – Females (27-31kg)
Some lines are larger and have reached the (40-45kg) range.
Life Expectancy: About 10-12 years
Temperament: The greyhound is brave, and devoted, intelligent, laid back, charming and loving. As a rule, they are gentle and even-tempered both racing lines and show lines. Indoors, these dogs are calm and socialable to a point where they can even be considered lazy. The bond strongly with their own people, have tremendous stamina, and do not bark much.
Living Conditions: The greyhound will do okay in an apartment if they get enough exercise. They are relatively inactive indoors and a small yard will do. Greyhounds are sensitive to the cold but do well in cold climates as long as they wear a coat outside. Do not let this dog off the leash unless in a safe area, they have a strong instinct and if they spot an animal such as a rabbit they just might take off. They are so fast you will not be able to catch them.
Exercise: Greyhounds that are kept as pets should have regular opportunities to run free on open ground in a safe area, as well as daily walks where the dog is made to heel beside or behind the person holding the lead. In a dog’s mind the leader leads the way and that leader needs to be the human. Greyhounds love a regular routine.
Grooming: The smooth, short-haired coat is very easy to groom. Simply comb and brush with a firm bristle brush, and dry shampoo only when necessary. This breed is an average shedder. Greyhounds do not have undercoats and thus are less likely to trigger people’s dog allergies.
Muzzles: Western Australia still upholds a law that require greyhounds to wear a muzzle in public areas. While there is some prospect of change to the WA Dog Act, greyhound adoption groups say the law is outdated and contributes to hundreds of dogs missing out on being re-homed each year.
Health Problems: It is better to feed greyhounds 2 or 3 small meals per day rather than one large one. They are sensitive to drugs, including insecticides.
Greyhounds as Pets: It is estimated that 25,000 greyhounds are destroyed annually in Australia alone after they are no longer making money on the track. Of these only around 500 are re-homed.
Your greyhound may take a couple of weeks to adjust to family life. All they have ever known is a tin shed with a running pen at the bottom of the paddock.
The greyhound needs an even tempered, gentle but firm loving owner who knows how to consistently communicate the rules of the home. A greyhound who knows his place in his pack and what is expected of him is a happy greyhound.
Height – Weight
Height: Males (71-76cm) – Females (68-71cm)
Weight: Males(29-36kg) – Females (27-31kg)
Some lines are larger and have reached the (40-45kg) range.
Life Expectancy: About 10-12 years
Temperament: The greyhound is brave, and devoted, intelligent, laid back, charming and loving. As a rule, they are gentle and even-tempered both racing lines and show lines. Indoors, these dogs are calm and socialable to a point where they can even be considered lazy. The bond strongly with their own people, have tremendous stamina, and do not bark much.
Living Conditions: The greyhound will do okay in an apartment if they get enough exercise. They are relatively inactive indoors and a small yard will do. Greyhounds are sensitive to the cold but do well in cold climates as long as they wear a coat outside. Do not let this dog off the leash unless in a safe area, they have a strong instinct and if they spot an animal such as a rabbit they just might take off. They are so fast you will not be able to catch them.
Exercise: Greyhounds that are kept as pets should have regular opportunities to run free on open ground in a safe area, as well as daily walks where the dog is made to heel beside or behind the person holding the lead. In a dog’s mind the leader leads the way and that leader needs to be the human. Greyhounds love a regular routine.
Grooming: The smooth, short-haired coat is very easy to groom. Simply comb and brush with a firm bristle brush, and dry shampoo only when necessary. This breed is an average shedder. Greyhounds do not have undercoats and thus are less likely to trigger people’s dog allergies.
Muzzles: Western Australia still upholds a law that require greyhounds to wear a muzzle in public areas. While there is some prospect of change to the WA Dog Act, greyhound adoption groups say the law is outdated and contributes to hundreds of dogs missing out on being re-homed each year.
Health Problems: It is better to feed greyhounds 2 or 3 small meals per day rather than one large one. They are sensitive to drugs, including insecticides.
Greyhounds as Pets: It is estimated that 25,000 greyhounds are destroyed annually in Australia alone after they are no longer making money on the track. Of these only around 500 are re-homed.
Your greyhound may take a couple of weeks to adjust to family life. All they have ever known is a tin shed with a running pen at the bottom of the paddock.
The greyhound needs an even tempered, gentle but firm loving owner who knows how to consistently communicate the rules of the home. A greyhound who knows his place in his pack and what is expected of him is a happy greyhound.
Wheat:
I
am a shar pei enthusiast, though I've never had a full sharpei. The
best dogs I ever had were sharpei mixes. Dignified and independent,
communicative, not manipulative, considerate, and at times extremely
goofy and affectionate. They were very level headed and logical dogs,
which I liked. Living with them was awesome and didn't feel like an
effort.
I also had a rescue greyhound that I fostered that was a wonderful dog, sensitive and gentle and respectful of the home. She didn't ever play with the other dogs but did run excitedly after them.
I am a fan of independent breeds. I've heard that Airedale terriers are great if you're looking for this personality.
I like "aloof" dog breeds because they don't make me feel tied down, can often regulate their own moods better, and actually can be clowns at times, just not 24/7. That's great, because you don't get tired of them.
I also had a rescue greyhound that I fostered that was a wonderful dog, sensitive and gentle and respectful of the home. She didn't ever play with the other dogs but did run excitedly after them.
I am a fan of independent breeds. I've heard that Airedale terriers are great if you're looking for this personality.
I like "aloof" dog breeds because they don't make me feel tied down, can often regulate their own moods better, and actually can be clowns at times, just not 24/7. That's great, because you don't get tired of them.
Zoe:
I would recommend the German Shorthaired Pointer.
Intelligence: The German Shorthaired Pointer is ranked 17 out of 79 on the dog breed intelligence list. They are in the second to smartest class of dog breeds.
Temperament: GSPs need lots of room to run and play, and can get destructive when left alone and unexcercised. When full grown, you can take them on runs. They are super friendly, love people. Because they are so energetic, they have the tendency to jump up.
Train-ability: GSPs are very easily trained. Heck, mine learned sit in 30 minutes with a handfull of peas and hot dog slices, when he was only three months old.
Coat and Grooming: GSPs require minimal grooming. They need baths every once and a while, as they have a short coat that sheds.
Be forewarned, though. These dogs are powerhouses and can be too much for some people. I have to run mine a mile every day so he doesn t act crazy or get into trouble.
Intelligence: The German Shorthaired Pointer is ranked 17 out of 79 on the dog breed intelligence list. They are in the second to smartest class of dog breeds.
Temperament: GSPs need lots of room to run and play, and can get destructive when left alone and unexcercised. When full grown, you can take them on runs. They are super friendly, love people. Because they are so energetic, they have the tendency to jump up.
Train-ability: GSPs are very easily trained. Heck, mine learned sit in 30 minutes with a handfull of peas and hot dog slices, when he was only three months old.
Coat and Grooming: GSPs require minimal grooming. They need baths every once and a while, as they have a short coat that sheds.
Be forewarned, though. These dogs are powerhouses and can be too much for some people. I have to run mine a mile every day so he doesn t act crazy or get into trouble.
Verulam:
Westies, Rat Terriers, and Jack Russells are all bred to work, and are extremely active and intelligent. Corgis are HERDING dogs.
Female Australian Shepherds, Dalmatians and Huskies usually max out at around 50lbs, some weighing as little as 30lbs. Border Collies shouldn't weigh more than 50lbs. Those are some of the most active, high energy breeds out there.
A lot of the times, the bigger the dog the lazier they are, Mastiffs, Great Pyrenees, Great Danes. etc Are some of the laziest dogs ever.
As you are seeing, we can only suggest those breeds that work for us as
individuals. None of these might suit you, your lifestyle,
accommodation, time or finances. If you are unsure about what breed,
why not consider going to your local Shelter and adopting. You should
know that adopted dogs will come with learnt behaviours you may not want
and so could be a challenge but then puppies have to be trained too.
But you'd be doing any one of them a kindness by offering the another
chance of finding a good permanent home.
Narissa:
Just
''over 50lbs'' is not enough description on your life style. Not all
dogs under 50lbs are lap dogs, most are NOT actually.. Beagles are far
from lap dogs, they are hunting dogs. They usually weigh around 20lbs.
Westies, Rat Terriers, and Jack Russells are all bred to work, and are extremely active and intelligent. Corgis are HERDING dogs.
Female Australian Shepherds, Dalmatians and Huskies usually max out at around 50lbs, some weighing as little as 30lbs. Border Collies shouldn't weigh more than 50lbs. Those are some of the most active, high energy breeds out there.
A lot of the times, the bigger the dog the lazier they are, Mastiffs, Great Pyrenees, Great Danes. etc Are some of the laziest dogs ever.
Flynn:
doberman- 5th smartest dig in the world (although a lot of people think they are the smartest) height: 26-29 inches
Weight: 40-45 kg (90-100 pounds)
Fantastic guard dogs, even better family dogs. They are fast, very strong, VERY intelligent, extremely loyal and super duper loving!
BUT, you absolutely must do your research, and find a very reputable BREEDER. Stay away from the back yard breeders, otherwise you will end up with a terrible and highly strung dog. Make sure you get a euro line Doberman, (German, Serbian ect) they're, bigger, healthier, more mentally stable, and much better working dogs. The American ones are smaller and hardly like the original dobermans bred in Germany
Weight: 40-45 kg (90-100 pounds)
Fantastic guard dogs, even better family dogs. They are fast, very strong, VERY intelligent, extremely loyal and super duper loving!
BUT, you absolutely must do your research, and find a very reputable BREEDER. Stay away from the back yard breeders, otherwise you will end up with a terrible and highly strung dog. Make sure you get a euro line Doberman, (German, Serbian ect) they're, bigger, healthier, more mentally stable, and much better working dogs. The American ones are smaller and hardly like the original dobermans bred in Germany
