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 2006-01-27 5:07 PM |
 6 |  Subject: Strange questionWell I have not posted before, so hello. For those of you that run with dogs, or work with them, what kind makes a good running partner? We currently have an older irish setter/collie/retriever?....and she can't run more much but loves to run with the kids. We are thinking about getting anouther dog. One reason is to help keep her moving> Over the summer we took care of a 2 yr old dog and they had a wonderful time playing and it was really good for her. She plays with the kids and follows us everywere but this was somehow better for her. I would also love to have a running partner too. But I don't want it to be to hard on the dog. Currently we are looking at german shepards and alaskan malamute. Thoughts anyone? Thanks lyte |
| 2006-01-27 5:18 PM in reply to: #333548 |
Master 2288    Katy, TX (West of Houston) | Subject: RE: Strange question |
| 2006-01-27 5:25 PM in reply to: #333548 |
COURT JESTER 12230 ROCKFORD, IL | Subject: RE: Strange question We have an apopted German Shorthaird Point / Beagle mix and he's a great running partner. Since both breeds are hunting breeds, running is what they do. Our dog pictures is my avatar to the left. If you're looking to adopt a dog: www.petfinder.com |
| 2006-01-27 5:27 PM in reply to: #333548 |
Master 1728  portland, or | Subject: RE: Strange question While everyone has their favorites. IMHO you can't beat a German Shorthaired Pointer for a running partner and loyal companion. My older GSH is about to turn 13 and his days of going running with me are over, but he's logged thousands of miles with me over the years. I think he was 10 when I had to start limiting his long runs to 12-15 miles, but prior to that 20 milers were no problem for him. We got a GSH puppy last summer and he's going to be every bit the runner the older dog was. I do suggest that you don't wait too long to bring a new dog in. I think we did. A couple of years ago our older dog would have loved to have had a puppy for a companion. But at his age he finds the puppy to be a pain in the ass. Anyway, that's my $0.02. scott  |
| 2006-01-27 5:31 PM in reply to: #333548 |
Expert 1169 Charlottesville, VA | Subject: RE: Strange question Trya Labrador -- good endurance, versatile dog, loves to run. My 5-year old yellow lab follows me around the house whenever I put my running shoes on. Plus, they're sweet-natured animals that love people and are excellent at warming your feet on a cold winter night. |
| 2006-01-27 5:36 PM in reply to: #333548 |
Pro 5153 Helena, MT | Subject: RE: Strange question Another vote for German Shorthaired Pointers here. Fabulous, but not easy, dogs. BTW, mine is almost never in the position that the two in Yaqui's picture are in. Don't let that fool you. Actually, running isn't enough to tire him out, so we strap on skis and let him pull us around. Here's Stanley when he was a wee-pup: http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/photos/photo-thumbnails.asp?albumid=415 And now, with my super-cute brother-in-law (but Stan's eyes aren't really screwy like that... it's the camera): Edited by kimj81 2006-01-27 5:38 PM (s&s4.jpg) Attachments ---------------- s&s4.jpg (72KB - 34 downloads) |
| 2006-01-27 6:35 PM in reply to: #333567 |
Veteran 274 Westminster, Colorado | Subject: RE: Strange question I have a Golden Retriever, a Black Lab mix, and a Great Dane and they all love to go running, cycling, snowshoeing, anything I can think of. The Dane probably wouldn't do well on a bike ride, but the other two go for 10 mile mountain bike rides with me and my husband and they don't bonk until the last part of the downhill and they are running at cycling speed. I would vote for a Lab, yellow or black, or a Golden. I hear Weimeraners need a lot of exercise too, any kind of field/bird dog would probably be able to keep up with you, but along with that you get hyper, so be ready to do some serious training so you don't have a wound up dog on your hands when they are in the house. Laura Edited by Pinata 2006-01-27 6:35 PM |
| 2006-01-27 7:10 PM in reply to: #333603 |
| Elite 3650 Laurium, MI | Subject: RE: Strange question Wow a lot of people with German Shorthairs. I love them. Fantastic dogs. Very high energy though and if they don't use that energy they can get a little neurotic. One would definatly make a good running partner though. Weimeraners are cool dogs too but they aren't really all that, well, smart. I used to instruct dog obedience classes professionally and have shown competative obedience and the Weims in my classes were always a challenge. I'm not sure if they just don't pick up on stuff fast, or if they just get distracted really easily. Anyway, a lab or a golden would also be a really good choice. They should have the endurance and they are definatly smart. Just remember to take it easy on them as pups to let their bones and joints grow right. |
| 2006-01-27 7:33 PM in reply to: #333548 |
Master 2033 | Subject: RE: Strange question I have a American Eskimo (think 35LB sled dog) and he LOVES to run... it's in his genes! I have also had a lab, and he was not only a great running partner, but he would also swim with me. He could easily knock out a 2000m swim... Infact if labs could ride bikes they would make great triathletes! Maybe I need to organize doggie duathlons! |
| 2006-01-27 8:11 PM in reply to: #333548 |
 Extreme Veteran 1491 northeast Ohio | Subject: RE: Strange question Most of the hunting/working/herding breeds over 35-40# make great running partners. Smaller dogs will work, but you have to be careful about distance. The thing to think about is the climate you live in. Dogs in general do not dissipate heat as well as people do. There have been instances of sled dogs dying from hyperthermia when running races with temps in the upper 20's/low 30's. So if you live in a warmer area then I would look for a shorter coated breed. Heavier coated breeds such as shepherds and Malamutes would do better if you live in a cold climate and would need to be watched closely when working hard in the summer months.
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| 2006-01-28 1:24 AM in reply to: #333548 |
Master 2429 Falls Church, Virginia | Subject: RE: Strange question Before she broke her leg, I ran with my papillon. That's a toy breed that is a miniature spaniel, so they have unlimited energy. I like going with her, because she's like the energizer bunny for endurance, but because she's small, she's a good recovery run dog. Keeps you from going too fast. I think eventually I'll get different dogs for different kinds of running. And different kinds of spoiling.  |
 2006-01-28 1:44 AM in reply to: #333548 |
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| 2006-01-28 8:09 AM in reply to: #333548 |
| Regular 112 NC | Subject: RE: Strange question Just find a neighbor's dog that doesn't like you and try to stay just out of it's reach as you run.... Any breed/mixed from the sporting/hunting/shepard groups. I have a shepard mix and a pit/lab/howknowswhat mix and they both love to run. |
| 2006-01-28 8:19 AM in reply to: #333772 |
| Cycling Guru 15134 Fulton, MD | Subject: RE: Strange question Weimaraner ..... great dog for both endurance and speed (like the GSH). (Liela-1.jpg) Attachments ---------------- Liela-1.jpg (43KB - 46 downloads) |
| 2006-01-28 9:34 AM in reply to: #333548 |
| Champion 6931 Bellingham, Washington | Subject: RE: Strange question CockerLab Butter Rocket Dog. Only thing he can't do is ride a bike. Has done an 18 and 20 mile run for Marathon training |
| 2006-01-28 8:16 PM in reply to: #333548 |
| Champion 8766 Evergreen, Colorado | Subject: RE: Strange question Oddly enough, a lot of folks I talked to recommended labs for running...however, my lab is by far the worse runner. My lab/border collie mix could run all day long. But the lab...I have to watch her. She's a bit too stocky for running. In fact, one day I just about killed her because dogs literally will run until they can't run anymore. I had no idea she was getting overheated. I was used to my lab/bc mix who ran with me all the time no matter how far I was going. Suddenly the lab just started staggering and fell on the ground. Lots of water dumped on her later, she was okay. But it scared the crap out of me. I'd only had her for four or five HOURS! The border collie mix though...DAMN...that chica can RUN! |
| 2006-01-28 9:14 PM in reply to: #333548 |
| Master 1506 Minnesota | Subject: RE: Strange question I have a German shorthair also. She's 50lbs and fun to run with out on the trails, but has too much energy and excitement to run on a leash. She has to be free! Great buddy. |
| 2006-01-28 9:15 PM in reply to: #333548 |
| Master 1506 Minnesota | Subject: RE: Strange question I have a German shorthair also. She's 50lbs and fun to run with out on the trails, but has too much energy and excitement to run on a leash. She has to be free! Great buddy. |
| 2006-01-29 1:23 PM in reply to: #333548 |
| Champion 6962 Atlanta, Ga | Subject: RE: Strange question I think some depends on your speed on your long runs. Our lab can run with my wife and she's fine. But I can't take her for more than 5 miles. I generally average low 7's. Then I got HUMBLED by a Beagle...yes...a beagle. One of our running group types brought him out and we went for a 12 miler. The last 2 miles were around 6:40 and the beagle + owner dropped me like a hot rock. I jsut remember thinking....MAN...I just got whipped by a beagle. And he was wanting to go faster...I think I choose poorly for the running dog. But mine is the best pound puppy ever...shepard/lab mix. But watch out for the heat and start them slow on the mileage. They are eager to please and will hurt themselves. |
| 2006-01-29 1:36 PM in reply to: #333548 |
| Elite 2468 Racine, WI | Subject: RE: Strange question Anybody know if Sheltie's can run? We have an Akita now (absolutely can't run, altho when she was younger I bet she could have done short runs). She's old though, and when we don't have her with us anymore I get to pick the next breed, and I love Shelties. They are a herding breed, and are small and light... |
| 2006-01-29 1:42 PM in reply to: #334257 |
| Cycling Guru 15134 Fulton, MD | Subject: RE: Strange question Sheltie = Shetland sheep dog It is a herding dog, so is good for short bursts of speed and quick turns. Not thinking it would be good for long continuous runs. |
| 2006-01-29 1:42 PM in reply to: #334257 |
| Elite 3650 Laurium, MI | Subject: RE: Strange question they can run, but not super long distances. Depending on size, I wouldn't go over 3 to 5 miles, but yea they are GREAT dogs. Probably my absolute favorite breed. I grew up 3 of them and did a lot of obedience training and some agility. They're crazy smart. |
| 2006-01-29 1:44 PM in reply to: #333548 |
| Elite 2468 Racine, WI | Subject: RE: Strange question Thanks you guys, that's about what I was thinking. We had one when I was a kid, had her for 11 years, best dog I ever knew. And yeah....CRAZY SMART is a perfect description! (maybe I should rethink this...I'm not sure I want a dog that's smarter than I am) |
| 2006-01-29 2:21 PM in reply to: #333548 |
| Veteran 251 Burbs north of Chicago | Subject: RE: Strange question Here's another vote FOR Labs. I saved mine from a shelter when she was two. She is supposed to be a mix but I've never figured out what she is mixed with because she is Lab all the way. She's almost 10 now and like a similar post follows me around the house when I'm getting my running stuff on. I will take her on 3 maybe 4 mile runs but after that she starts creeping back from leading me to being led by me. Good luck. |
| 2006-01-29 3:26 PM in reply to: #333548 |
| Queen BTich 12411 , | Subject: RE: Strange question Well, don't get a yorkie, they have tons of energy for playing but can't run more than a couple blocks. Just sayin' (haircut2.JPG) Attachments ---------------- haircut2.JPG (40KB - 45 downloads) |
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