I know many members run regularly with their dog(s) and I was hoping to find strengths and weaknesses with differing breeds. Obviously there are so many factors to consider when getting a dog and these will indeed be taken into condieration.
My wifes choice would be a Gordon Setter, although mine would be more towards a shorter haired dog - perhaps a labrador. I run regularly any distance from a short 3 - 5 miles to a longer 12+.
Most of my running would be off road with some lovely runs along the Thames and into the hills.
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I run any where up to around 10 miles and he manages it no problem.
My friend runs with his lakeland terrier so I guess many breeds are suitable. An ideal breed would be a border collie, they need loads of exercise and love running.
I agree with Fat Face on principle about a mongrel however. We had a lovely mongrel about the size that Fat Face mention and he used to outrun greyhounds!
One is a Staffordshire Bull Terrier who loves to come for short distances - up to 1.5 miles. She is approximately 10/11 years old but still very active.
The terrier refuses to run and goes "draggies" on her bottom so never accompanies me.
The labrador comes out with me on a regular basis. He is a very large dog (7 1/2 stone)so does not go too quickly (until he is off the lead) but he is great company and thoroughly enjoys himself. I would add that even at his trot he can out run me any day. He has also brought back "presents" for me, one duck and a squirrel among others.
I find that the rescue dogs are so grateful and happy to have a nice home that they are even more loyal and loving than dogs you have had from a puppy.
Good luck with your search - let us know what you decide on.
I would not be getting one until after Christmas but I will be sure to let you know what I get. Still deciding what breed(s)!...
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I would probably rehome an adult if I got another dog - that way you can tell their temperament - and make it clear that you are taking it for a week before committing to it - it might sound harsh but you'll regret giving a home to a problem dog. Most breeds have rescues so if you want a particular breed you can usually still get the satisfaction of rehoming a dog in need.
Gordon Setters are lovely looking dogs aren't they - but if they are anything like Red Setters then I think you'll be lucky if you get one to make a good running companion. If you do a lot of running a collie might be suitable - they seem to be trainable anyway. Other alternatives might be some of the more trainable gun dogs - maybe something like one of the pointers or something - I know a guy with a Wire haired pointer that is a great well behaved dog but like people they can all differ. Good luck.
One thing to remember when you do get your dog, don't throw sticks for them to retrieve, throw a doggie toy.
We would love to have a dog, but working hours and the cat would not allow it.
I have a collie-cross, he loves a run....well its a fast walk for him!!
You don't need to take a dog with you, you have all on to keep dogs away from you!!!!!!! Have you not read the threads?????? Dogs are at runners' heels etcetera all the doggon time (pun intended). It's not a case of which kind of dog should I take with me but, how few can I get away with on today's/tonight's run. C'mon "Get Real".
He is a frim believer in picking up snacks, usually to eat later - so far the tally is three voles, one wood pigeon, one squirrel and a nest of pheasant eggs.
Beagles are very friendly and tolerant, excellent with children, small to medium so more containable than a Lab. They are rather characterful so Daisy was rather lively as a puppy but now that she's two she's become a very biddable dog.
Good luck with your search