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What dog should I get? Australian Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?
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dan the man asked:
I just can’t choose. I want a girl dog and I’d like her to be VERY afectionate, loving, and playful but not have exessive exercise requirements. The pros of the aussie is that it has nice wavy fur, and that it playful and so I heard very afectionate, but the con is that it might get bored at home sometimes, but it will be outside. The pros of the Toller is that is has a nice colour, and that they are almost always by your side, but the cons are that they are expansive because its not a popular breed, and they are need to much exercise, and they like hunting, which I don’t. Here are two sites about them, http://animal.discovery.com/breedselector/dogprofile.do?id=1020 and http://animal.discovery.com/breedselector/dogprofile.do?id=2590 . Please help me decide. The aussie that I would be getting would look more like this though http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/8/88/Redmerleaussie02.jpg , or the puppy with blue eyes here http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/australianshepherdphotos3.htm
Buck Knives
I just can’t choose. I want a girl dog and I’d like her to be VERY afectionate, loving, and playful but not have exessive exercise requirements. The pros of the aussie is that it has nice wavy fur, and that it playful and so I heard very afectionate, but the con is that it might get bored at home sometimes, but it will be outside. The pros of the Toller is that is has a nice colour, and that they are almost always by your side, but the cons are that they are expansive because its not a popular breed, and they are need to much exercise, and they like hunting, which I don’t. Here are two sites about them, http://animal.discovery.com/breedselector/dogprofile.do?id=1020 and http://animal.discovery.com/breedselector/dogprofile.do?id=2590 . Please help me decide. The aussie that I would be getting would look more like this though http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/8/88/Redmerleaussie02.jpg , or the puppy with blue eyes here http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/australianshepherdphotos3.htm
Buck Knives
Buck Knives
i like the duck retriever
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How many times are you going to ask this question today? You have gotten enough answers. The bottom line here is no one is in your wallet or your situation, it is a decision that you must make on your own. To be honest with you, all you have talked about is looks, as if that is the most important thing in the world when it comes to a dog. There are a million other considerations, but, none have come up here, except of cource for looks. Make up your mind, no one here will.
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I love both pups, but I like the retriever better
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You should adopt instead, there are many animals that need homes and they are just as sweet as both of these breeds of dogs.
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my dog is a aussie shepherd mix and is very high energy… she would dig in the backyard if we left her back there. So there is a lot more training involved with an aussie shepherd.
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I owned an Australian Shepherd until she died. She was the best dog I could ask for. I got her when I was about 11 and she died about 10 years later. Everything that you listed is correct. She loved being outside and going with me when I rode horses or just went for walks. I don’t know how she would have reacted to being kept inside for extended periods – probably about as much as I would like it.
The Australian is very dedicated to its owner. My father also had an Australian and the dog would stay by his side – never went with me as my dog did, but then my dog would not go with my father except around the yard. The dogs are protective of their territory – esp the males.
We now own a Sheltie and he is a very good dog that likes to be inside with us and go outside. I think the Sheltie is a better “city” dog than the Australian and is fairly intelligent.
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I don’t know beans about the duck dog, but the Aussie will be beautiful and will want to play 24/7. She will be smarter than you but probably not give a dead squirrel about much other than her frisbie. I’ve had Aussies, being a popular horse people kind of dog. They are sheepherding dogs who know how to do their job and don’t need much help from you once they know it….. it will not mind being outside, but how will it be out there? In a fenced yard or tied? One we had spent all its free time “patrolling” the grounds so there was this deep path going everywhere as it checked on all the creatures it needed to kill. There wasn’t a rodent, bird or rabbit on the place when he was done, but he was sure happy! Very affectionate and eager to please if you can keep up with its energy levels.
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I would recommend the australian shepherd. I personally have a border collie, and was raised around working dogs. The aussies and border collies are very similar in temperment. I would make that you work with a good breeder who does the temperment testing on their pups. That test can show you alot of what their dominant adult traits could be. Our border tested straight mid-line, and is and awesome companion dog. We have a seven year old with cerebral palsey and he pays close attention to what she is up to without being too rowdy. He will normally feed off of my moods and energy level. If I am busy, he is good with being out and about, but if it is a lazy day, he is more than happy to lay at my feet and keep me company. I am actually looking at getting another dog, and right now a miniature aussie, is on the top of that list. They are overall great dogs, that will be a very loving companion, with alot of love and attention. With the aussie, they are smart, if you train them just a bit, they will take off and feed off of your normal habits. I hope this helps!!
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We have had 2 Australian Shepherds…they have alot of energy and needs alot of exercise and DAILY fun stuff to do!!!!..Remember even when it’s raining, snowing, etc you need to get her out and exercise them DAILY alot…A high energy dog Not exercised properly for their breed can go into a major depression and get ill., dig holes, chew stuff……Ive seen lots of people who have the wrong kind dog for their life style….Consider the sacrifice you will have to make for you dog also..and how big a yard you have , home etc…There are alot of good sites on line that will give your guidance on what kind of dog you would be best suited for….Good luck on your decision….Your daily life has EVERYTHING to do with what kind of doggy you need…A couch potato kitty sounds more like what you’re looking for…
PS B oth the dog breeds you say you are deciding on would NOT be a good choice …..Because you have made it clear you DO NOT want a dog you need to put alot of exercise attention into…It may be that it’s not time for you to have a dog yet…..Also if the dog is going to be left home all day while you’re at work…We Always have had 2 when we were younger and worked so at least they could have company and not feel so alone…and the last thing the poor dog needs is to be put in a cage all day and when you get home you’re too tired to want to do anything with them….Good luck with your research on Doggies…
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Aussies and Tollers both have high energy, they both have long coats that need to be brushed every day, they both need training, exercise and stimulation so they dont go crazy and dig up your yard. Tollers are a rare breed in the US, so it might be hard to find, but to find a good Aussie breeder can be difficult too. Talk to breeders, tell them your situation, tell them why you want an Aussie, or why you want a Toller. It cant be all about looks, Aussies do come in a similar color to tollers (although it is a bit darker). But a nice looking dog doest mean it will be a nice dog for you to own.
Really the pros and cons for these breeds are about the same, pros are they are generally very affectionate, they love to be with their owners and please them, they are trainable, and have plenty of energy. Of course that can also be one of the cons, too much energy for some people, they can be a handful for inexperienced dog owners and they have A LOT of fur that needs brushing every day to prevent knots. Of course the toller is rare, and in turn expensive.
All i can suggest is to talk to breeders, they know so much about their individual breed and they are the only ones that can really help you in choosing the right dog for you.