Not in any immediate position to acquire as my mastiff still has some years left but the wife and i have been talking about getting a puppy after our time with our english mastiff expires. She doesnt want another mastiff due to their physical size as our daughter ages we want to travel and kayak and a 180lb plus dog just doesnt fit. Either does a high strung bird dog with our current lifestyle. Although im getting more active since i tore my achilles tendon im years away from keeping up with some breeds. If we choose a breed other than mastiff id like a dog i could use for hunting. German short haired is high on my list as ill be taking my daughter grouse and duck hunting with me hopefully. Gordon setter is a close second. Majority of its life will be a house pet with only a dozen or so trips north a fall and the occasional waterfowl hunt here in the south
With that what breeds are being fielded by the cgn population?
Ps my mastiff is a great dove retriever if she sees them fall. Hilarious to watch her carry a dove back. You might see a wing or tail out of her mouth thats about it. Also
My wife owns a grooming business so shell likely kill me if i bring a gordon home lol
Ideally i want a smart breed thats loyal and family tied that can work and hunt if so trained yet mild enough for life indoors. Must be able to handle water. A dog of size is always preferred over a smaller dog. Very mild temperament as it will be around other dogs
Just curious as to what others keep
With that what breeds are being fielded by the cgn population?
Ps my mastiff is a great dove retriever if she sees them fall. Hilarious to watch her carry a dove back. You might see a wing or tail out of her mouth thats about it. Also
My wife owns a grooming business so shell likely kill me if i bring a gordon home lol
Ideally i want a smart breed thats loyal and family tied that can work and hunt if so trained yet mild enough for life indoors. Must be able to handle water. A dog of size is always preferred over a smaller dog. Very mild temperament as it will be around other dogs
Just curious as to what others keep