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hi all, im new
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i was just wondering if anyone could help me, i've decided to get another dog (my old GSD died a while ago and i think im ready to replace her) and wanted to try a different breed. I was thinking of either a springer spaniel, rottweiler or doberman but was just wondering if anyone had any personal experience of these breeds and could offer me some advice.
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I just want to be absolutely sure i can give the dog the home that it needs and we would be right for each other
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The most important factors are that the dog is well behaved off the lead, as i like to cycle and would like the dog to run along side me without running off! lol. i would exercise it daily with long cycles/walks in the countyside, although i am at work so would have to leave the dog for periods of time during the day. sorry for such a long post,
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thanks,

sand xxx
 
Personally, I'd get a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
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They're well behaved, can keep going for hours (I used to take mine out on really long rides) and will happily spend their time sleeping when you'r not there
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And they're just gorgeous!!!

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Go for a British Inuit...

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Seriously though, my sis and her OH have two springer pups, they're easy to train but have masses of energy.
 
Well my favourite dog is a Staff. There not huge just the right size, can go on walks for hours (in the summer me dad takes them out for about 4 hours lol) They are soooo friendly, well behaved just everything about them is great! But i have to say the boy ones have LOADS of energy and i mean loads hahahaha but he is so loving!!!! Gives the best cuddles to
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I also have a bitch and she is really layed back, does like to sleep but she will go out even if shes half asleep lol here they are

Buddy (he is actually really big for a staff lol)
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Skye
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Out of the breeds you mentioned, I have only had personal experience with rotts. Altough, have known a fair few of the other breeds.

Im not a dobe fan, in the slighest and couldnt reccomend a rottie highly enough. As soon as i have a bigger place, i will be getting another. they are fab.
 
I have Labs, a JR and a Springer. I would never have another Springer, They are nuts!!!!! Lab & JR are beautifully behaved, come out with the horse, lovely. Springer runs a muck 24/7, she is well behaved if you can keep an eye on her the whole time, as is perminently hyper (never slows down ever!!!). I may also have been unlucky, but have had more health problems with her than any other dog. My friend also has Springer (Show breed rather than workers), they are less hyper, but still have health issues, and both are quite tempermental.
 
thanks for the info guys, just trying to make sure i dont end up with the wrong one, hmm dont really think i want a crazy springer if they're that hyper, lol, am going to look at pups hopefully sometime in the new year
 
Of the breeds mentioned, I can really only also speak for the rotties.

My parents had one at home when I was growing up and she now lives with myself and my fiance after my parents split up and neither could really provide her with a good home.

The rotties are a lovely breed and every single one Ive ever met has been as soft as anything. I know they have been through a rough year in terms of bad press but brought up correctly, they are the most loving and affectionate dogs.

Mine is quite old now (she's 13, which for a rotty, is pretty old) so she's not quite as active as she used to be. That being said, she's still walked twice a day in company of my sled dogs and has little problems with that (she forgoes the third walk however). She spends most of her indoor time curled up with a teddy in her mouth.

The only time she has shown any sign of aggression was last week when another dogged attacked a husky that I was walking with her. She's never ever been grumpy with people and is happily kept in a multi-dog household with plenty of other visiting dogs!

If you do opt for a rotty, make sure the parents are hip-scored and that you see them. Rotties can suffer from hip dysphasia which you obviously want to avoid at all costs.

Mine is generally off the lead when I walk her, but you do just need to keep in mind that there has been a lot of bad press and some people are very anti the breed these days. I always put her back on the lead if there are other people around. Ive got a house full of sled dogs these days but have always said I'd always have another rotty. She's the softest dog in the world but having her around still makes me feel very safe when Im living alone.... she might be soft but others dont know that and she's one big intimidating looking dog ! (At least when she drops the teddy).
 
Another vote for Cavaliers, a beautiful, loyal, uncomplicated dog thats more than happy to accompany you on a long walk in the country or snuggle up next to you on the sofa, i have 4!

Daisy & Bella



Polly (Mummy), Daisy & Bella

 
Have a boxer!!

They are very loveable and loyal, have endless amounts of energy and are very well behaved if well trained at the beginning. They always look pleased to see you and actually smile when they greet you.

Good luck in whichever breed you decide to go for!!
 
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