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All I want yet is a Weimaraner.
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Would sure would be a deterrent to thugs that wanted to break into your house...
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I've been on the verge of getting one of the various modern efforts at recreating the Victorian Era English Bull-Dog for about thirty years. The Valley Bulldog is likely one of the most authentic looking of them.
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Be a deterrent to non-thugs too. SOB that is a mean looking critter.
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I don't live in a gated community, yet have never, in my 52 years, been the victim of a house break-in/burglary. Can't be a coincidence. I'd rather live in a decent community than rely on dogs and guns. We don't live in a gated community and crime is almost non existent. Not recommended, but my wife has left here purse and keys in her unlocked car over night in the driveway, and everything was there in the morning.
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Would sure would be a deterrent to thugs that wanted to break into your house... That's the idea. Looks like a black Jaguar.
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Would sure would be a deterrent to thugs that wanted to break into your house... Looks like something you'd see guarding the gates of hell.
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If I were interested in a German Shorthaired Pointer, I'd find a Deutsch Kurtzhaar breeder. The Kurtzhaars are bred to the original German standard.
Along the lines of the Cane Corso being recreated,... The true Blue Heeler is actually an extinct breed. What people refer to as "Heelers" today are actually Australian Cattle Dogs.
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Along the lines of the Cane Corso being recreated,... The true Blue Heeler is actually an extinct breed. What people refer to as "Heelers" today are actually Australian Cattle Dogs. Even the English Mastiff is recreated. The true English Mastiff went extinct during WWII. There was literally not a single one left alive after the war. They recreated it largely from Great Dane and Bull Mastiff stock.
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Beagle, without hesitation. Our current one is an Old English Pocket Beagle, 12 pounds and 10" of pure energy. A real lover for sure!
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"The Democrat Party looks like Titanic survivors. Partying and celebrating one moment, and huddled in lifeboats freezing the next". Hatari 2017
"Hokey religions and ancient weapons are no match for a good blaster at your side, kid." Han Solo
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After the war, folks wanted English Mastiffs, so there was a market for recreating them.
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Not even a question - Brittany! I agree but make it a true Brittany, French Brittany! You remember this fellow? A before, then after his summer buzz cut. How could I even forget Tobey?
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Just a companion?
Schnauzers are awesome. Standard or mini.
Heeler would be way up my list as well. Airedales are great. Both are high energy animals usually.
Honestly, unless I was looking for a specific working dog, I'd hit the pound.
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Would sure would be a deterrent to thugs that wanted to break into your house... Looks like something you'd see guarding the gates of hell. Or cartel member or druggie's house.
The tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time by the blood of patriots and tyrants.
If being stupid allows me to believe in Him, I'd wish to be a retard. Eisenhower and G Washington should be good company.
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Either another Shiba Inu mix or Kia Ken. Best dogs I've had. Friendly and are as active or lazy as you want to be.
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My neighbor has a Wheaten Terrier.
Great dog! Does not shed, smart as a whip and very loyal and loving.
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TRH, what do they (corso) do that a GSP can't, besides kill humans and dogs easily and drop a pound of chitt? Beyond being a companion/pet, my main secondary purpose for a dog is property and personal protection, so intimidation factor is a major part of my preference. I don't live in a gated community, yet have never, in my 52 years, been the victim of a house break-in/burglary. Can't be a coincidence. One factor in my selection is the type of dog that burglars and muggers say in surveys that they most respect and would be least likely to test. I can say the same, but pointers have also helped put a lot of wild game on the table, plus bobcats and coyotes on the ground.
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If being stupid allows me to believe in Him, I'd wish to be a retard. Eisenhower and G Washington should be good company.
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