K9 Identification & Traits, guide to informed decisions!

Finally, I can post!
Tonight is planned for my first time. We're thinking of using a white Boxer, intact. Other options are a chocolate or a black lab, also both intact. Provided everything works as expected, I'll be placing a report tomorrow or Saturday on how well the dog performed.
I know all three breeds have been covered, but there was no mention of sexual things. I'll unofficially make that my job. :blush:

Thanks so much for starting this thread. If anyone has more information of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, I'd love to hear it!

-Raviem

*pout*
Well, my plan did not proceed as expected. While these are dogs that I technically own, they're being held by another person right now as I move. She's had them for around a month, and I was house-sitting for them when I decided to try my dogs.

Sadly, the Boxer had been too firmly taught to avoid the genital area. Not my doing, but hers. From what I understand, he was being a typical dog, trying to smell, and she trained him out of it. And unfortunately, both the Labs were not interested at the time. So, I remain a canine virgin. I hope to try again, with my fiance's full support, at the end of the month when we move into our house.
=D


-Raviem

Thank you for sharing, I think these are one of the most beautiful dogs out there.

You mentioned that they were good around other dogs, is that any breed of dog or just other Huskies? Also, do you know how they interact with children? That's probably the most important concern for my household since we have infants.

I saw a Boxer go through a course once, for a local show. It was the most amazing thing, itt was SO well trained. I have never owned one but I was impressed with seeing that.

Also, I have to say that any male that knows what it wants and comes to get it . . drool . . is a definite attraction for me. :D

I have found this to be an unbelievably great thread. Thank you Southy for starting it soooo many years ago.

I just wanted to mention something about Labrador Retrievers. My best buddy who is my constant companion, and even sleeps on my bed, is a Choc Lab. One thing about him, and I have heard it from other owners of Labs, if he is not bathed at least every two weeks he acquires an offensive odor. And it has nothing to do with rolling in livestock droppings as I have my pasture well fenced off so that my Lab cannot get to it.

He gets 99% of his food from quality dry dog food, only once in a great while does he get anything else. And he sheds horribly, year round. I keep him groomed with a shedding brush as well as regular bathing for the odor. AND he is very good about keeping himself clean. That is a favorite activity of his, cleaning himself, especially his feet. He is a regular foot groomer.

The attached photo shows how shiny his coat is. He believes the couch is his, plus he still believes in being a lap dog while weighing in a little over 80 pounds.

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SAINT BERNARD

*breed group: working (watch dogs, guard dogs , draft dogs on farms ,rescue dogs)

*known types and colors: a mix of brown white and black

*origin of breed: it is most likely the breed developed from the large mountain dogs brought over to Switzerland by the roman armies during the first two centuries A.D. these dogs survived and intermixed with some of the native breeds the breed has much developed over the centuries

*size expectations of breed: height 25.5-27.5 inches (61-770 cm.)
weight 110-200 pounds (50-91 kg.)

*cost expectations: it ranges depending if it’s a registered dog or a dog you buy from someone who is selling puppies the prices can range anywhere from $60 to up in the thousands

*history of any known health concerns: prone to “wobblers syndrome” heart problems, skin problems, hip dysphasia, tumors and extropion which is a folding outward of the eyelid rim usually on the lower eyelid rim, twisted stomachs should be watched for as these dogs are prone to bloat it is best to feed them two or three small meals a day instead of one large meal

*life expectancy: 8 to 10 years (but I think if the dog is properly taken care of he or she should live longer)

*grooming: both types of coats are easy to groom comb and brush with a firm bristle brush and bathe only when necessary shampoo may strip the coat of its oily water resistant properties so use a mild soap, the eyes which may be inclined to water need special attention to keep them clean and free of irritants this breed sheds twice a year *care: take of the dog! Also watch for the health concerns as mentioned above.
*Diet: two to three small meals a day
*Exercise: a long walk is needed each day to keep the saint Bernard in good mental and physical condition puppies should not have too much exercise at one time until their bones are well formed and strong short walks and brief play sessions are best until the dog is about two years old
*trainability: saint Bernard’s are highly intelligent and are very obedient and easy to train

*temperament and known breed traits: saint Bernard’s are extremely gentle and friendly and very tolerant of children slow moving patient and obedient extremely loyal eager and willing to please be sure to socialize this breed very well at a young age with people and other animals it is highly intelligent and easy to train however training should begin early while the dog is still a manageable size teach this dog not to jump on humans starting at puppy hood bear in mind that an unruly dog of this size presents a problem for even a strong adult if it is to be exercised in public areas on a leash so take control right from the start teach the dog to heel the saint Bernard is a good watch dog even its size is a good deterrent they drool after they drink or eat be sure you remain the dogs pack leader dogs want nothing more to know what is expected of them and the saint Bernard is no exception allowing a dog of this size and magnitude to be unruly is dangerous and shows poor ownership skills saint Bernard’s have a highly developed sense of smell and also seem to have a sixth sense about impending danger from storms and avalanches

*any insights to sexual experience that may seem particularly noteworthy: the adult males have quite a large penis and a nice sized knot too when they mount they aren’t highly forcefully but good enough to show you a good time when they cum it feels absolutely great they just know how to take you for a good ride

*sex of the animal in which you have had experience with: an adult male (I’ve had loads of fun)