Here's a list of the dogs NOT to get:
Jack Russell-way too hyper
Shetland Sheepdog-see above
Border Collie-my dad's dog wanted to herd passing cars!

I have always had mutts and have loved every one of them. They are usually smaller than a full bred dog and don't have the problems developed by overbreeding. But, if I had to pick one breed I truly love, it's a Boxer. My sister has had many of them and her latest is smaller in stature and great to be around. She looks so funny when she tries to sleep in a bed bought for the smaller dogs in the family. Also, she gets along with the other dogs quite well.

 

Go for a terrier mix 25-40 lbs. We have a beagle/terrier mix and a manchester terrier/? mix that are very smart and fun (energetic) dogs. Any Beagle or Beagle mix will howl and bark though. The Manchester is very quiet except when necessary. They respond well to an "invisible fence". Forgive the embarassing neckerchiefs, they were temporary. Both Shelter dogs, and the Manchester lived on her own on the streets of L.A. for about a year, so you know she is smart! Smaller dogs live way longer too.

 

OK, let's stop the Jack Russell-bashing!

I have two and love 'em! Wouldn't trade them for anything. Smart, fun, full of energy and highly trainable. The first year is rough, yes. They'll chew you out of house and home. But my two girls (an Irish Jack, or Puddin', and a standard Jack with short hair) mean the world to me. Here's Priscilla ... and Gracie ...

 

got to agree with tim tenn I have had my 2 for 2 yrs and they arent nearly as hyper as people say!! they need to go out and run/get exercise like any god but other than that and when they see grandma pull in the yard (she spoils them rotten!) they are fairly calm!! Itsd not like they climb the walls 24/7!!??

clyde at attention the second i call him!!


bonnies afternoon nap


clyde sloathin with the cat!

 

I love JRT's. Highly trainable and very smart. Energetic, yes...they need lots of space to run, but you'll never have rodent problems....

Also, if you have small kids, that's the best way to exhaust them.... put them in the yard with the dog and let 'em go at it!

 

JRT crossed w/ border collie.........Will want to herd all the neighborhood children!! That's what Eddie does in our cul-de-sac.

 

A retired racing greyhound makes a great pet. Forget what you might have heard about hyper,always running,etc. They're just a great family dog. They are indoor dogs due to their low body fat and thin coat. Go to the Savannah Grey link on my siggy line and you can see my first RRG-Racey (hence the name Raceysdad,haha). We have several links off our site so you can do your own research. There are adoption facilities all over the US! Let one race into your heart, you'll never regret it.
Racey

Evie

 

Here you go.....lol






On a more serious note.......here is the latest addition to our family. She should be a "small" monster when she gets older. Her dad was 150 lbs. and mom was around 125 lbs...

 

Dude....you don't know jack................russells that is. when you get down to it....it's all in the person that the dog sees as the leader of the pack and that's who they follow after.

 

Can anyone guess what this is? No, not a pit bull as many people on the street say Oh wow what a cute pit, no and alot of people say he is a boxer as well.

Olde English Bulldogge!