The Front Row

I strongly urge you to get a rescue dog. We have rescued 2 and they could not have been better. Very often the dogs at shelters are purebreds that people get rid of for one reason or another.
I suggest you consider an Old English Sheepdog. Our Webster was the sweetest, most loving dog I have ever had. They have hair so they do not shed. They are very protective of their owner and do well around children. Most consider themselves lapdogs in spite of their size.

We had to put him down a year ago and I still pine for him each day. He was a gem.

They'll be on you faster than Brady Choke at a Golden Corrall.

Australian Cattle Dogs are the most intelligent, athletic dogs on the planet(I bred them for 10 years). BUT, you better be an active person> they are a working breed & require exercise & activity. They are loyal to a fault (socialize them when young) and you will have a forever friend! Beware, they will be smarter than any girlfriend you will ever have!

I have 2 rescue dogs that are complete mutts. They are terrific dogs only cost $160. I will never get a dog from a breeder the rest of my life simply because there are so many dogs out there that need homes.

That being said however... If you want to find a quality breeder and get a purebred, then go for it. I have no issues with anyone who wants a certain breed. I had a golden retriever growing up and loved that dog. I just recommend doing your research and make sure you find a reputable one.

This is one of my dogs, that we believe is a pointer mix.

Doug....definately a pointer mix by that pic. My GSP has the same looking face only all dark brown. The white flecks are also very much GSP. GSP's are mutts in their own right..a mix of about 6 different dogs.

I would not recommend either of my dogs for a college student...and I take umbrage over the person that thinks Aussie Sheep Dogs are the best athletes. My Weimaraner was the premier dogathlete as far as stamina, running, jumping, swimming and large enough to scare you off my property.

My GSP is just as smart as a whip. High, high energy dogs...going to make her a dock diver and already a good bird dog. Hard to tell about my new Weim pup..she's just a clumzy sweetheart right now...but I'm betting she'll be an Olympic athlete herself. As I said..if dogs had to be classified as football players..I got Tedd Ginn Jr. and Terry Glenn dogs.