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I lurk on here A LOT, and I don't even have a dog yet?! I like to say that "I'm in between dogs right now" and I'm really tired of not being able to post and become part of the DF family. You'll be seeing a lot of me in the future when I finally do take the plunge. I just want to thank everyone here because I'm living vicariously through you all! Not too much longer though...
At least I know I have self control right? My wife and I recently had a couple of kids and I have the good sense to know that it just hasn't been the right time to get a dog yet... but it's killing me! I'm getting very impatient because I know I'm going to be a great dog owner, and I know my kids are going to love growing up with that special companion, but I never get into anything hastily.
Anyway, I'm probably going to get a Boxer because of its loyal and affectionate nature (especially good with kids), mixed with some other things like ability to protect if necessary, level of coat maintenance, intelligence/biddability etc. I do understand that they can be rather energetic... some might even say "a handful."
Are there other dogs that are exceptional with kids, but can be counted on to protect them if needed? (not like a Golden etc.) Is there a breed that is similar to a Boxer that I might have passed up... maybe with slighly less energy? Anybody have great stories about their Boxers to share?
Also, I just read through the entire "post a pic of yourself" thread, so I'll be introducing myself there soon... stay tuned! :wave:
At least I know I have self control right? My wife and I recently had a couple of kids and I have the good sense to know that it just hasn't been the right time to get a dog yet... but it's killing me! I'm getting very impatient because I know I'm going to be a great dog owner, and I know my kids are going to love growing up with that special companion, but I never get into anything hastily.
Anyway, I'm probably going to get a Boxer because of its loyal and affectionate nature (especially good with kids), mixed with some other things like ability to protect if necessary, level of coat maintenance, intelligence/biddability etc. I do understand that they can be rather energetic... some might even say "a handful."
Are there other dogs that are exceptional with kids, but can be counted on to protect them if needed? (not like a Golden etc.) Is there a breed that is similar to a Boxer that I might have passed up... maybe with slighly less energy? Anybody have great stories about their Boxers to share?
Also, I just read through the entire "post a pic of yourself" thread, so I'll be introducing myself there soon... stay tuned! :wave: