Dog Owners - Need Your Suggestions
Our last doggie passed away in 2005. He was a Brittany, and we loved him very much. We decided we wouldn't get another dog until we retired. That way the new family member wouldn't be home alone al...
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ALL dogs have the potential to be great. That being said, for RVs, if you want a medium/large dog, a Standard Poodle may be just the ticket.
#1. They do not shed
#2. They will draw attention at every stop.
#3. They do not bark excessively.
#4. They are very athletic, you will get your exercise
#5. They are healthy as a breed.
#6. They are friendly, social and generally won't scare the neighbors
#7. They are rugged and will defend you if necessary
#8. You don't have to have them cut to that pompous show cut.
The downsides
#1. They do require periodic clipping (usually 6 weeks will work)
#2. They are very social and require a lot of interaction
#3. They do need exercise
#4. They are among the smartest of dogs and will test you constantly.
#5. Like all dogs, they will pass away before you are ready.
Finally, they truly believe they are better than you. You don't own them, they own you. And if you don't believe me, just ask one.
#1. They do not shed
#2. They will draw attention at every stop.
#3. They do not bark excessively.
#4. They are very athletic, you will get your exercise
#5. They are healthy as a breed.
#6. They are friendly, social and generally won't scare the neighbors
#7. They are rugged and will defend you if necessary
#8. You don't have to have them cut to that pompous show cut.
The downsides
#1. They do require periodic clipping (usually 6 weeks will work)
#2. They are very social and require a lot of interaction
#3. They do need exercise
#4. They are among the smartest of dogs and will test you constantly.
#5. Like all dogs, they will pass away before you are ready.
Finally, they truly believe they are better than you. You don't own them, they own you. And if you don't believe me, just ask one.
