I was wondering what breed of dog i should get!
A little about me-
Hi, I live on a 200 acre farm in the wilderness with my mom (i am still a teen)! We live in a very rural area in the foothills of southern indiana with no neighbors or roads. I have 3 dogs, 2 italian greyhounds and a young Golden Retriever mix. I do not have any livestock but i have lots of chickens and 6 free ducks ( the chickens are in a pen 24/7).
I really want a dog that is willing to do just about anything not just because i have a treat in my hand but because they have a need and a will to please! I want a very smart dog that will be very eager to learn! Also my mom works at home so somebody will be there most of the time! I would love to be involved in agility and disk competitions! I will be able to give this dog a lot of exercise when i am home from school ( did i mention that i have 3 lakes that that dog can swim in)! Also this dog will be outside playing with my other dogs most of the day but will be let inside several times a day and will be let inside at night to keep them away from the wolves and cougars. Also this dog will be put inside while we are away from the house but when we are present which is most of the time we let our dogs roam free but we always be sure to supervise new dogs that we add to our pack to make sure that they stay around. I will be willing to give this dog as much grooming as is required. I will definitely take this dog to puppy and dog obedience classes and to the vet. To prove that i understand the health importance of a dog i feed all of my dogs Origen dog food ( best dog food on the market) and also Nature's Variety raw medallions. Also a little extra info is that i would like to get a Border Collie (I don't really like Australian Shepherds) but i don't know if they would fit into my lifestyle although to me my situation looks pretty good for one. Also i have over 50 dog training and info books! Also if i got a Border Collie i would take it herding about once a week! But like i said i have 3 other dogs that are very hyper breeds so that may help tire him out! I will take this dog on walks and hikes around my property. I need to get a dog that is social with both other animals and people and a dog that gets along with cats and fowl such as ducks. If you are thinking that a border collie wouldn't be friendly to cats then i will be sure to socialize him properly around my cats and my ducks and chickens when he is a puppy. Thank you and please recommend different dog breeds that would fit me and also what you think about me owning a border collie because that is my ideal dog breed!
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Yes, I was thinking a Border Collie, and a Rough Collie. A cattle dog might would also be good, but a Border Collie is going to be the best dog you can get. Friendly, intelligent, can be trained in most things like agility and disk, loves to roam outdoors, yes, it sounds perfect!
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- maybe a border collie or a healer. i have a border collie/ healer mix and she a great dog. she listen really well and love the water. or an english pointer (although they are very hyper dogs) they like to hunt and catch animals but are very loving
- A Border Collie sounds best for your living area.
- These dogs would probably be good for your situation:
Border collie
Australian shepherds (they are the best dogs I don't know why you don't like them....that is crazy!)
Pembroke welsh corgi
English Springer Spaniel
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Field Spaniel
Brittany
Belgian Sheepdog (groenendael)
German Shepherd
Australian Cattle DogAll these dogs are HIGHLY trainable and need a TONNNNNNNNN of exercise!!!!!!! So make sure you have enough time for that!!!!!!!!!!! - the border collie fits you discripting very well, the aim to please and it seems like you will allow it the excercise this breed requires.
they aren't however known for their ability to get along with other dogs and pets, however, any dog with good training can overcome this.
other breeds that would work well within your discription include Golden Retrievers and Poodles.
goldens get along great with both people and pets and are known for their willingness and want to please.
they are also great water dogs and with your 3 lakes he'll be right at home.
poodles are also breed for swimming and are great with other dogs and pets as well. all 3 of these dogs need plenty of excercise which it doesn't seem you lack them of. the border collie and poodle are the 2 smartest breeds of dog there are, many surprise their owners and get away with things most dogs wouldn't.
good luck.
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