Knight of God Posted March 17, 2012 Share Posted March 17, 2012 I have owned two pits in my life and now with all of the kids I have that is not a good idea in my opinion. Not a real fan of the breed and was often left feel unfulfilled. I have always been curious about Curs though.Recently I have decided to buy a few acres of land, so I'm looking for some info on a couple of breeds more from knowledge, opinion, and experience rather than web sites. Those can sometimes be a bit biased on the side of dogs anyways and have you getting a Presa Canario as a family dog.I am interested on some iformation on the Mountain View Cur and the Squirrel Dog. Both as I intend to get both (Wife was intrigued by the squirrel Dog, I want the Mountain View Cur.Thanks in advance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Psychic Gibbon Posted March 17, 2012 Share Posted March 17, 2012 It depends on the traits you're looking for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knight of God Posted March 17, 2012 Author Share Posted March 17, 2012 It depends on the traits you're looking for.Really I just wanted to know more about the two breeds I mentioned above, but I'm looking for intense loyalty, ability to handle himself in woods or against aggressive animals, hunting, playfulness, etc. Those two I have found easily fit the bill, but if you or anyone else know anything more about the breed due to experience, knowledge, etc I'm excited to know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pencilpusher. just because Posted March 17, 2012 Share Posted March 17, 2012 I don't know anything about the breeds you mentioned, sorry.But I would recommend yellow labs to anyone who has the time to spend with them.Easily the most loyal, loving and intelligent dogs I have ever owned. But they crave and love attention. and have limitless energy. But with kids, they would be great companions.and you may want to make sure you have plenty of room for them to run and play and water is always a plus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cnasty Posted March 17, 2012 Share Posted March 17, 2012 I currently own a great dane. Hands down the most loyal dog I have ever even been around. Not to mention, they can certainly handle their own in the wild. Highly, highly recommended. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Ocean Posted March 17, 2012 Share Posted March 17, 2012 I would go this route... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Deisel Posted March 18, 2012 Share Posted March 18, 2012 (edited) I have owned two pits in my life and now with all of the kids I have that is not a good idea in my opinion. Not a real fan of the breed and was often left feel unfulfilled. I have always been curious about Curs though.Recently I have decided to buy a few acres of land, so I'm looking for some info on a couple of breeds more from knowledge, opinion, and experience rather than web sites. Those can sometimes be a bit biased on the side of dogs anyways and have you getting a Presa Canario as a family dog.I am interested on some iformation on the Mountain View Cur and the Squirrel Dog. Both as I intend to get both (Wife was intrigued by the squirrel Dog, I want the Mountain View Cur.Thanks in advance.I have 2 dobermans and an acre of property. The dobs are super smart and extremely family friendly. My female loves to chase and we have alot of squirells and critters coming around. I can tell you without a doubt, you will never be deflated by this breed. They sense their owners moods like no other dog I've been around and they are extremely smart. Just my 2 cents. Edited March 18, 2012 by Deisel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knight of God Posted March 18, 2012 Author Share Posted March 18, 2012 I have 2 dobermans and an acre of property. The dobs are super smart and extremely family friendly. My female loves to chase and we have alot of squirells and critters coming around. I can tell you without a doubt, you will never be deflated by this breed. They sense their owners moods like no other dog I've been around and they are extremely smart. Just my 2 cents.I don't know man. My uncle had to put a couple down for attacking children as you know I have a tribe. Not sure I'd trust that breed. Rather go with a Pit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Ocean Posted March 18, 2012 Share Posted March 18, 2012 The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a dog breed developed in Southern Africa, where it was used to hunt lions.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rhodesian_Ridgeback Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Ocean Posted March 18, 2012 Share Posted March 18, 2012 http://www.akc.org/b...sian_ridgeback/http://www.dogbreedi...anridgeback.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Ocean Posted March 18, 2012 Share Posted March 18, 2012 The Karelian Bear Dog (KBD) is a Finnish or Karelian breed of dog. In its home country, it is regarded as a national treasure. KBD will hunt any kind of animal. Its quick reflexes and fearless nature have made it very popular for hunting aggressive game, including bear, moose, and wild boar. It was the breed's ability to hunt and offer protection against a bear that earned the breed its name.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karelian_Bear_Dog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Ocean Posted March 18, 2012 Share Posted March 18, 2012 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=26qIlITAoZ8http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/karelianbeardog.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pencilpusher. just because Posted March 18, 2012 Share Posted March 18, 2012 KOG, I honestly don't know enough about the breed to recommend them, but I have heard a lot about the loyalty of Cane Corsos. But they are also VERY protective so the can lead to aggression. And they are pretty big dogs. But I would suggest you do some research. They are gorgeous dogs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pencilpusher. just because Posted March 18, 2012 Share Posted March 18, 2012 IM of the opinion that there are no bad dogs, just bad owners. But I also feel some breeds have been made so aggressive over the years and favored by bad owners, its hard to trust certain bloodlines. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knight of God Posted March 18, 2012 Author Share Posted March 18, 2012 KOG, I honestly don't know enough about the breed to recommend them, but I have heard a lot about the loyalty of Cane Corsos. But they are also VERY protective so the can lead to aggression. And they are pretty big dogs.But I would suggest you do some research. They are gorgeous dogs.My cousin owns a Corso and warned me against it just with the amount of children and the youth of a couple. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knight of God Posted March 18, 2012 Author Share Posted March 18, 2012 The Ridgeback is a beautiful animal. I like the way it looks, but they play too rough and I have little ones. Very small ones and I'm not home most of the time. While there are no bad breeds, I have to also be careful of certain breeds based on what they are bred for and from. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Ocean Posted March 18, 2012 Share Posted March 18, 2012 I have only owned 1 breed, and I will only own 1 breed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Deisel Posted March 18, 2012 Share Posted March 18, 2012 I don't know man. My uncle had to put a couple down for attacking children as you know I have a tribe. Not sure I'd trust that breed. Rather go with a Pit.I've had 4 dobs and never had a problem. The breed is super smart and coming from a reputable breeder great dogs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knight of God Posted March 18, 2012 Author Share Posted March 18, 2012 I've had 4 dobs and never had a problem. The breed is super smart and coming from a reputable breeder great dogs.I'll look a little deeper then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Googlywoogly Posted March 18, 2012 Share Posted March 18, 2012 You can't go wrong with this breed. I had to put my 15 year old girl down this past August and she was a great loving devoted companion for those 15 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capologist Posted March 18, 2012 Share Posted March 18, 2012 Sorry, I don't have much knowledge on those breeds. Ask me about muts or Huskies and I can tell ya all about those...LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knight of God Posted March 19, 2012 Author Share Posted March 19, 2012 You can't go wrong with this breed. I had to put my 15 year old girl down this past August and she was a great loving devoted companion for those 15 years. A little aggressive for the number of children I have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knight of God Posted March 19, 2012 Author Share Posted March 19, 2012 Sorry, I don't have much knowledge on those breeds. Ask me about muts or Huskies and I can tell ya all about those...LOLChances of my owning a husky is about the same as me owning a Presa Canario.Mutts huh? Talk to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Ocean Posted March 19, 2012 Share Posted March 19, 2012 Ever since I seen this on Nat Geo couple weeks back, I been soo jelly. :wub: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knight of God Posted March 19, 2012 Author Share Posted March 19, 2012 Ever since I seen this on Nat Geo couple weeks back, I been soo jelly. You'd be happy with a dingo huh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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