My friend has about 12 acres of land in the country and wants a medium or not too huge dog. Its fenced and she wants something that wants lots of room to run. She's had lots of experiance with dogs (smaller/ medium) but doesn't know what to get. Any ideas from personal experiance.
just to let you know, most of that land is fenced and there is a dog run too.
2007-03-02 07:07:54 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
I would reccommend something that likes to run.
Labs and Retrievers tend to have a lot of hip and heart problems, which people don't know, but they do get along with everyone. Both types of dogs also are prone to weight issues so it's hard to promise you will have a normal 50 - 65lbs. labrador.
I would recommend something from the sporting group. A Weimaraner (70 lbs.) is a good choice as is a Pointer (similar in size) or a Vizsla (40 - 55lbs.). All are highly intelligent dogs with minimal health issues - occasionally bloat.
2007-03-02 07:23:18 · answer #1 · answered by KT Richter 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would 1st recommend that she go to a shelter! They have tons of bigger dogs there, the big dogs are generally the last picked because people do not have the room for them. You can usually find full blooded dogs at the shelter that will be so happy to have a new huge open field to run around in!! But almost everyone knows MUTTS make the BEST dogs!!!!!
Good Luck! Please at least go have a look at the shelter and who knows they might just fall in love!
2007-03-02 07:20:54 · answer #2 · answered by Kimnkicks mommy 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would go to the humane society and rescue a couple homeless dogs, or a few, with all that property. Imagine how that would make them feel, going from caged mutt to a free-running spirit, laughing and jumping and just feeling all good inside...
2007-03-02 07:26:25 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a lab. there the best dog in the world, big or little, that's why there trained to be seeing eye dogs and other things that help people because the are so gentle try one you will love it.my sister had one and he was great.and they love the out doors but if you had a apartment they would fine with it to.
2007-03-02 07:16:24 · answer #4 · answered by sandyjean 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would recomend a lab they love to run and enjoy the out doors and they are truely great dogs to have as a pet.
2007-03-02 07:15:19 · answer #5 · answered by hvykey 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I personally recommend Labrador's I have my site at www.myspace.com/rhaillydog. I breed my labs for families who have kids due to their great natured personallities. Labs are extremely easy to train and love lots of space.
Check out my site, I have info on Labs, this is a great reference and am not selling so not a sells pitch.
2007-03-02 07:53:36 · answer #6 · answered by Emily M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Aussies and border collies are great dogs if you have a lot of room. They love to run and have tons of energy. They are also very smart dogs. I love them!
2007-03-02 07:52:43 · answer #7 · answered by MLE 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Brittany
2007-03-02 07:32:13 · answer #8 · answered by matmid2001 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as its not a cold weather area, get a pit bull or boxer, they are a lot of fun and you can take them inside and cuddle with them when they are tired of running and playing.
2007-03-02 07:13:17 · answer #9 · answered by iggy315 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Boxers love to "burn" around yards and are great companions also.They are comical to watch in full out runs when playing.
2007-03-02 07:17:00 · answer #10 · answered by W. 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋