So here's the deal. I am looking into the breeds, and doing my research before I pull the trigger and buy one. I am in no rush, and I am actually doing this sooner than I should (don't expect to have my own place until maybe 2 years). But hey, doesn't really hurt does it?
I am a HUGE dog fan. I have grown up with a chihuahua who although I hate to admit it, wasn't my breed of choice.. but I love that girl so much, and she is awesome. I've narrowed breeds that I am interested in, and would like to own, and then I'll mention my expected living arrangement, and lifestyle and then hopefully you guys can point me in the right direction as to what breed might fit my situation better. Doesn't have to be a 100% match as I would not mind making some changes for the sake of having a dog I truly like.
I should also mention that although I don't have the lease drawn up for a place, doesn't mean it won't happen. Only reason I say 2 years is because I am still in school.
Anyways, I expect to live in an apartment in NYC. Right away that really narrows some breeds down as most apartment's pet weight limit is 50 pounds. While I am an active guy, I'm not much of a "runner" where I'm looking for a running partner in a dog. I exercise mostly at the gym, and play sports. So while I don't mind giving my dog a walk, and taking it to the park, it doesn't really match up with my physical activities so perhaps a dog with a not too crazy energy level might be better? Or even just a dog that more or less adjusts itself to my energy level. I would also prefer them to have a pretty nice long lifespan.. I hate the idea of losing something so special to you after a few single digit years. And I also want a manly, masculine looking dog haha.
As of now, that is all I can think of. I'm sure as the thread keeps going Ill think of a couple more points.
These are the breeds I love:
English Bulldog
Boxer (I know, high energy)
Black lab (I know, high energy again)
Would any of these breeds work for me? Considering I am willing to make some changes? What other breeds based on my criteria would you guys mention?
I am a HUGE dog fan. I have grown up with a chihuahua who although I hate to admit it, wasn't my breed of choice.. but I love that girl so much, and she is awesome. I've narrowed breeds that I am interested in, and would like to own, and then I'll mention my expected living arrangement, and lifestyle and then hopefully you guys can point me in the right direction as to what breed might fit my situation better. Doesn't have to be a 100% match as I would not mind making some changes for the sake of having a dog I truly like.
I should also mention that although I don't have the lease drawn up for a place, doesn't mean it won't happen. Only reason I say 2 years is because I am still in school.
Anyways, I expect to live in an apartment in NYC. Right away that really narrows some breeds down as most apartment's pet weight limit is 50 pounds. While I am an active guy, I'm not much of a "runner" where I'm looking for a running partner in a dog. I exercise mostly at the gym, and play sports. So while I don't mind giving my dog a walk, and taking it to the park, it doesn't really match up with my physical activities so perhaps a dog with a not too crazy energy level might be better? Or even just a dog that more or less adjusts itself to my energy level. I would also prefer them to have a pretty nice long lifespan.. I hate the idea of losing something so special to you after a few single digit years. And I also want a manly, masculine looking dog haha.
As of now, that is all I can think of. I'm sure as the thread keeps going Ill think of a couple more points.
These are the breeds I love:
English Bulldog
Boxer (I know, high energy)
Black lab (I know, high energy again)
Would any of these breeds work for me? Considering I am willing to make some changes? What other breeds based on my criteria would you guys mention?