Just for fun right now, but I will be looking into finding a suitable breed for me in the near future.
Some preferences:
-A larger breed. I've owned a Great Dane and a English Mastiff before, so I love larger dogs. The smallest I'd prefer to really go is about the size of a GSD, but I may make exceptions if a smaller, medium-size breed is a perfect fit for me.
-Not a huge shedder. Average shedding is fine, but I don't want to find large clumps of fur all over my house.
-No slobber, or minimal, if any.
-Exercise would be one long walk (about an hour)/visit to the dog park a day, with shorter (15 min.) walks throughout the day. I don't have a fenced yard. I would like a companion to take on nature walks or light hiking on some weekends.
-Would like a breed that is rather calm indoors. I don't want a breed that's super high energy that will jump all over visitors.
-I don't have kids, but I plan to start a family in the next 4 years. So a breed that will do well with family and children. I don't have any other pets, but I would prefer a breed that will be friendly with other dogs.
-I don't have a preference on grooming. There are many reputable groomers in my area and I can always make time for grooming appointments or regular brushing. A low-maintenance coat is fine too. I'm not picky about grooming requirements.
That's all I can think of for now. Will update if needed. Thanks!
Some preferences:
-A larger breed. I've owned a Great Dane and a English Mastiff before, so I love larger dogs. The smallest I'd prefer to really go is about the size of a GSD, but I may make exceptions if a smaller, medium-size breed is a perfect fit for me.
-Not a huge shedder. Average shedding is fine, but I don't want to find large clumps of fur all over my house.
-No slobber, or minimal, if any.
-Exercise would be one long walk (about an hour)/visit to the dog park a day, with shorter (15 min.) walks throughout the day. I don't have a fenced yard. I would like a companion to take on nature walks or light hiking on some weekends.
-Would like a breed that is rather calm indoors. I don't want a breed that's super high energy that will jump all over visitors.
-I don't have kids, but I plan to start a family in the next 4 years. So a breed that will do well with family and children. I don't have any other pets, but I would prefer a breed that will be friendly with other dogs.
-I don't have a preference on grooming. There are many reputable groomers in my area and I can always make time for grooming appointments or regular brushing. A low-maintenance coat is fine too. I'm not picky about grooming requirements.
That's all I can think of for now. Will update if needed. Thanks!