Top 10-20 breed of dogs in Ireland?

willow617

Hey all,

I was having an interesting conversation about grooming in ireland and something struck me, perhaps the type of dogs that typically get groomed aren't popular in ireland. Just a question - does anyone know where to find out what the top 10 or 20 breed of dogs are in ireland? a government website, dog breeding website, or something?

Cheers,

Paul91

you could set a poll up on here maybe?

andrewie

we have a Bichon pup and eveytime we go to our groomers or into the store they seem to have a bichon frisé so they must be up there.

lrushe

Don't know how accurate this is cos I haven't seen many American Eskimo Dogs in Ireland, however here is the link I found:
http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_are_the_most_popular_breeds_of_canines_in_Ireland



The most popular breeds of dogs in Ireland are:

• American Eskimo Dog
• Chinese Shar-Pei
• English Springer Spaniel
• Glen of Imaal Terrier
• Irish American Tail Waggers (originated in the Emerald Isle)
• Irish Setter (originated in Ireland and the most popular)
• Irish Terrier
• Irish Water Spaniel (rare breed and a native to Ireland)
• Irish Wolfhound
• Kerry Blue Terrier (National Dog of Ireland)
• Labrador Retriever (top 3 most popular breeds)
• Presa Canaro
• Siberian Husky
• Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
• Weimaraner

peasant

lrushe wrote: »

Don't know how accurate this is...

I think that one

Irish American Tail Waggers (originated in the Emerald Isle)

is a bit of a give-away

ISDW

lrushe wrote: »

Don't know how accurate this is cos I haven't seen many American Eskimo Dogs in Ireland, however here is the link I found:
http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_are_the_most_popular_breeds_of_canines_in_Ireland




The most popular breeds of dogs in Ireland are:

• American Eskimo Dog
• Chinese Shar-Pei
• English Springer Spaniel
• Glen of Imaal Terrier
• Irish American Tail Waggers (originated in the Emerald Isle)
• Irish Setter (originated in Ireland and the most popular)
• Irish Terrier
• Irish Water Spaniel (rare breed and a native to Ireland)
• Irish Wolfhound
• Kerry Blue Terrier (National Dog of Ireland)
• Labrador Retriever (top 3 most popular breeds)
• Presa Canaro
• Siberian Husky
• Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
• Weimaraner

THe fact that on that same page it says this should also indicate that its a load of nonsense.:


DOGS THAT HAVE BEEN BANNED IN IRELAND:

• American Pit Bull Terrier
• Staffordshire Bull Terrier
• English Pit Bull Terrier
• Bull Mastiff
• Doberman Pinscher
• German Shepherd (Alsatian)
• Rhodesian Ridgeback
• Rottweiler
• Japanese Akita
• Japanese Tosa

The reason behind the ban on the above breeds are too many incidences with aggressive behavior and also biting people (especially children.)
bull mastiffs,pit bulls,akitas are popular breeds in ireland and the german shepard and rottweiler are in the top 5 most popular dogs in ireland.

Then why aren't they in the top breeds further up the page?

Paul91

ISDW wrote: »

THe fact that on that same page it says this should also indicate that its a load of nonsense.:



DOGS THAT HAVE BEEN BANNED IN IRELAND:

• American Pit Bull Terrier
• Staffordshire Bull Terrier
• English Pit Bull Terrier
• Bull Mastiff
• Doberman Pinscher
• German Shepherd (Alsatian)
• Rhodesian Ridgeback
• Rottweiler
• Japanese Akita
• Japanese Tosa

The reason behind the ban on the above breeds are too many incidences with aggressive behavior and also biting people (especially children.)
bull mastiffs,pit bulls,akitas are popular breeds in ireland and the german shepard and rottweiler are in the top 5 most popular dogs in ireland.

Then why aren't they in the top breeds further up the page?

as you probably know ISDW they arent actually banned - just restricted in case anyone else reading this didn't realise and got worried

ISDW

Paul91 wrote: »

as you probably know ISDW they arent actually banned - just restricted in case anyone else reading this didn't realise and got worried

Sorry, I wasn't clear, thats why its a load of nonsense:D

I would love to know if there any American Eskimo dogs anywhere in Ireland though. I got two brothers in once that I thought were Greenland dogs, but the chances of them ending up in a pound in Ireland I think are probably non existent.

Paul91

Top Ten in the UK 2008

http://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/download/5675/2007-2008-Top-20.pdf

1 Retreiver (Labrador) 45,233
2 Spaniel (Cocker) 22,508
3 Spaniel (English Springer) 14,899
4 German Shepherd (Alsation) 11,903
5 Cavalier Kings Charles Spaniel 11,226
6 Staffordshire Bull Terrier 10,744
7 Retriever (Golden) 9,159
8 Border Terrier 9,145
9 Boxer 7,353
10 West Highland Terrier 7,330

the figures up to 20 are on the link

ghost_ie

Paul91 wrote: »

as you probably know ISDW they arent actually banned - just restricted in case anyone else reading this didn't realise and got worried

I know this is off-topic but I wish the owners of some of these breeds would remember that they are restricted. In the past two weeks there have been 4 pit bulls and a bull mastiff (all owned by different people) running around unmuzzled and unleashed in the local park. I wouldn't mind them being off the leash as long as they were muzzled

andreac

I know its the law Ghost, but do you think they are all going to attack/bite just because they are on the restricted list?
Its a shame that these poor doggies must be muzzled and unless i get stopped by a warden i will never put a muzzle on my fella.

Chiaki

ide say the westie and bichon would be higher up on the list as previous thought. they seem to be more popular than labs and alsatians god only knows why!!

deman

lrushe wrote: »

Don't know how accurate this is cos I haven't seen many American Eskimo Dogs in Ireland, however here is the link I found:
http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_are_the_most_popular_breeds_of_canines_in_Ireland



The most popular breeds of dogs in Ireland are:

• American Eskimo Dog
• Chinese Shar-Pei
• English Springer Spaniel
• Glen of Imaal Terrier
• Irish American Tail Waggers (originated in the Emerald Isle)
• Irish Setter (originated in Ireland and the most popular)
• Irish Terrier
• Irish Water Spaniel (rare breed and a native to Ireland)
• Irish Wolfhound
• Kerry Blue Terrier (National Dog of Ireland)
• Labrador Retriever (top 3 most popular breeds)
• Presa Canaro
• Siberian Husky
• Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
• Weimaraner

This just proves that anyone with half a brain cell can write utter trollop in wiki pages.

Where are the Westies, the Golden Retrievers, the Border Collies, the "normal" collies, the Jack Russells, the Shetland Sheepdogs?

And the banned list??? As for restrictions, what are they and how are they controlled. When my sister had her Rottweiler, there weren't any restrictions enforced on her.

smilerf

lrushe wrote: »

Don't know how accurate this is cos I haven't seen many American Eskimo Dogs in Ireland, however here is the link I found:
http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_are_the_most_popular_breeds_of_canines_in_Ireland




The most popular breeds of dogs in Ireland are:

• American Eskimo Dog
• Chinese Shar-Pei
• English Springer Spaniel
• Glen of Imaal Terrier
• Irish American Tail Waggers (originated in the Emerald Isle)
• Irish Setter (originated in Ireland and the most popular)
• Irish Terrier
• Irish Water Spaniel (rare breed and a native to Ireland)
• Irish Wolfhound
• Kerry Blue Terrier (National Dog of Ireland)
• Labrador Retriever (top 3 most popular breeds)
• Presa Canaro
• Siberian Husky
• Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
• Weimaraner

no westie yorkie or king charles in there. i wouldnt say that accurate tbh

Paul91

Restricted Dog Breeds in Ireland



The Control of Dogs Regulations 1998 specify 10 breeds which need strict control.

• American Pit Bull Terrier

• Bull Mastiff

• Doberman Pinscher

• English Bull Terrier

• German Shepherd (Alsatian)

• Japanese Akita

• Japanese Tosa

• Rhodesian Ridgeback

• Rottweiler

• Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Every other strain or cross-breed of these dogs are also covered.

These dogs must be securely muzzled and kept on a dog chain or leash. not more than 2m long, in a public place and supervised by someone aged over 16 years who is capable of controlling the dog.

http://www.ispca.ie/Restricted-Dog-Breeds.aspx

http://www.irishstatutebook.ie/1998/en/si/0442.html

came in force in 1998

getz

i am sure the list is wrong for a start there are more border collies in ireland.i think those lists are for pedigree dogs KC reg,and not working dogs

star-pants

According to a book on amazon..

1. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
2. Labrador Retriever
3. West Highland White Terrier
4. Boxer
5. Yorkshire Terrier
6. Labrador Retriever (why twice???)
7. Golden Retriever
8. German Shepard Dog
9. English Springer
10. Beagle

Source

As to how true it is, I dunno, but it seems a bit more plausible?
The Wiki answers one has a note on it saying the list provided is not true.

Paul91

star-pants wrote: »

According to a book on amazon..

1. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
2. Labrador Retriever
3. West Highland White Terrier
4. Boxer
5. Yorkshire Terrier
6. Labrador Retriever (why twice???)
7. Golden Retriever
8. German Shepard Dog
9. English Springer
10. Beagle

Source

As to how true it is, I dunno, but it seems a bit more plausible?
The Wiki answers one has a note on it saying the list provided is not true.

book was copyrighted in 2005 so that would be list from 2004 at best i reckon?

deman

star-pants wrote: »

The Wiki answers one has a note on it saying the list provided is not true.

Wasn't there before :rolleyes:

star-pants

Paul91 wrote: »

book was copyrighted in 2005 so that would be list from 2004 at best i reckon?

aye but still it should be a good idea of what the popular breeds are

deman wrote: »

Wasn't there before :rolleyes:

ah ok, just when I went to it, it had it there

funkyjebus

lrushe wrote: »

Don't know how accurate this is cos I haven't seen many American Eskimo Dogs in Ireland, however here is the link I found:
http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_are_the_most_popular_breeds_of_canines_in_Ireland




The most popular breeds of dogs in Ireland are:

• American Eskimo Dog
• Chinese Shar-Pei
• English Springer Spaniel
• Glen of Imaal Terrier
• Irish American Tail Waggers (originated in the Emerald Isle)
• Irish Setter (originated in Ireland and the most popular)
• Irish Terrier
• Irish Water Spaniel (rare breed and a native to Ireland)
• Irish Wolfhound
• Kerry Blue Terrier (National Dog of Ireland)
• Labrador Retriever (top 3 most popular breeds)
• Presa Canaro
• Siberian Husky
• Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
• Weimaraner

There is no way this is accurate. Maybe they are talking about dogs who originate in Ireland, but are popular around the world.

Well, maybe not all of them, but the Kerrie blue, the wheaten terrier, the Glen of Imaal terrier and all the ones with Irish in front (obviously) are all Irish dogs.

I have a soft coated wheaten terrier, and have only ever seen 3 others ones around in the last few years. I've seen more boxers in the last week.

peasant

funkyjebus wrote: »

all the ones with Irish in front (obviously) are all Irish dogs.

except ...maybe ...for the "Irish american tail wagger"


Doesn't anyone around here read posts properly anymore? Or is my screen the only one that shows that "breed" on that "list" :rolleyes:

lrushe

Just goes to show you that you can only believe half of what you read but most of what you see!!!

From my own experience from my daily walks my top ten would be, in no order

West Highland White Terrier
Cavalier King Charles
Jack Russell Terrier (more of a type)
German Shephard Dog
Boarder Collie
Pomeranian
Labrador / Retriever
Yorkshire Terrier
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Bichon Frise

Euro_Kraut

Paul91 wrote: »

Top Ten in the UK 2008

http://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/download/5675/2007-2008-Top-20.pdf

1 Retreiver (Labrador) 45,233
2 Spaniel (Cocker) 22,508
3 Spaniel (English Springer) 14,899
4 German Shepherd (Alsation) 11,903
5 Cavalier Kings Charles Spaniel 11,226
6 Staffordshire Bull Terrier 10,744
7 Retriever (Golden) 9,159
8 Border Terrier 9,145
9 Boxer 7,353
10 West Highland Terrier 7,330

That would seem about right to me. But in Ireland I guess a Boarder Collie would be near the top. After all nearly every farmer has (at least) one.

The Labradour is easily the most popular breed of dog as a pet in rural areas. In fact a Labradour/Sheepdig cross is probably Ireland most common breed

getz

Euro_Kraut wrote: »

That would seem about right to me. But in Ireland I guess a Boarder Collie would be near the top. After all nearly every farmer has (at least) one.

The Labradour is easily the most popular breed of dog as a pet in rural areas. In fact a Labradour/Sheepdig cross is probably Ireland most common breed

the boarder collie that is on the kennel clubs list is only the pedigree one that is reg with them,most boarder collies[that farmers have are not classed as pedigrees,]so they are not counted on the lists

pitbull_fanatic

aload of bullsh**e to be honest. when i'm out walkin my dogs i meet more dogs on the restricted list than the average family breed like labs, cockers, westies... and not a single person complains about any of the dogs being off leash or unmuzzled. people read too much and believe what they read to much. they are afraid of these "dangerous" dogs because the papers tell them to fear them. its just aload of ignorance. a few years back a greyhound and a terrier mauled a little boy and his minature jack russel around my place. the only reason we found out was word of mouth from people who knew the family. where were the papers then??? enough of my rant back to the point...what the hell is an irish american tail wagger?!! surely people cant believe articles with a "breed" like that mentioned!!

avkeskie

ISDW wrote: »

Sorry, I wasn't clear, thats why its a load of nonsense:D

I would love to know if there any American Eskimo dogs anywhere in Ireland though. I got two brothers in once that I thought were Greenland dogs, but the chances of them ending up in a pound in Ireland I think are probably non existent.

Only just saw this thread, but I have 2 American Eskimos and my Dad also has one, I brought all 3 from the US. Don't look like a Greenland dog as I think was suggested. Was wondering if there were others in the country?

morganafay

From dog grooming, the types of dogs we always got in were westies, yorkies, shih-tzus, bichons, the odd golden retriever, border collie, cavalier, springer, JRT (for bathing) or mixed breeds, usually terrier mixes.

From walking my dogs in the countryside, the dogs I usually see are Collies, springers, terrier X's. But it depends where you go, if you drive through some places every dog is a staffie/rottweiler/greyhound.

ISDW

avkeskie wrote: »

Only just saw this thread, but I have 2 American Eskimos and my Dad also has one, I brought all 3 from the US. Don't look like a Greenland dog as I think was suggested. Was wondering if there were others in the country?

I would have thought yours may be the only ones in the country, do you show them? Go along to some shows and see if anyone else has them.

I wasn't suggesting they looked like a Greenland dog, I was just remarking on how few and far between these kind of breeds are, I don't know of any Greenland dogs in Ireland, but of course that doesn't mean there aren't any:D

avkeskie

Since they are not a registered breed here or in the UK you wont find any at shows. Though at the European Dog show FCI last year in Dublin I met an English woman with 2 White German Spitz who are really the same breed and she told me the mother of her two Spitz was actually an imported American Eskimo, to help the gene pool. American Eskimos can compete in FCI dog shows as a White Spitz. American Eskimos are quite common in the US brought over by German immigrants, and are unchanged in appearance since first they became popular in the UK 200 years ago, when brought by a German princess when she married into the British royal family. Hence they are the original Pomeranian, until Queen Victoria started to breed down. My dogs are neutered and from Eskie Rescue in Chicago. The 3rd is from good stock has a junior AKC Championship but was a little small to continue. He could compete in FCI but his breeder in Indiamapolis neutered him as part of good breeder practice as he was considered pet quality. Would still like to hear from any body in IRL who also brought an Eskie or two back from the US!!!

Sigma Force

Over the past year especially when out and about or at doggy events etc. I've noticed a huge increase in Bichons, westies have been popular for a while but the Bichon seems to be taking over. Cavs as well and tons of Chihauhaus. The Lab, German Shepard and Collie are pretty common as pets as well and of course the lovable mix breed.
The one breed that seems to have increased the most I think is the Bichon and smaller breeds are more common to see than they were 10 years ago.

Not enough Papillons in this world though.

lrushe

Guineapigrescue wrote: »

as well and tons of Chihauhaus. QUOTE]

Really? Other than at the RDS last week I haven't seen many I was starting to think my girl was on her own out there plus by the shriecks of excitements she gets when walking by women and kids anyone would think she was the only one on the planet!!

avkeskie

Unfortunately, I have NEVER actually seen a muzzle on a restricted breed in Ireland. The owners never obey the law but then again I have only ever heard of one occasion of it being enforced. You see Greyhounds being exercised with muzzles. If the dog is used to wearing one and it's a proper fit it really is as second nature to the dog as wearing a collar. I wish it was law that anyone who chooses to own a restricted breed should be required to attend obedience classes and more importantly pass a good citizen/canine behaviour test. I like GSDs and most as sweet natured but some came be really hyper and anxious and are so strong are impossible to settle down. I come across GSDs while working that don't even have basic commands, sit, stay etc. This breed really thrives when trained but so many people just get one cos they need protection, but don't actually train the dog.

arybvtcw0eolkf

avkeskie wrote: »

I wish it was law that anyone who chooses to own a restricted breed should be required to attend obedience classes and more importantly pass a good citizen/canine behaviour test.

So because I'm the owner of two dogs on the restricted breed list you hold a question mark above me being a "good citizen"?... Explain that one.

avkeskie

I lived in the US for a long time, there was a dog training facility I went to, they did the usual obedience classes, etc but they encouraged people with certain breeds to do a test with their dog to prove that both owner and dog had a good relationship, it was called Good citizen/ good Canine responsible owner test forget the actual title but went something like that. Google it maybe it find correct title. It protected good owners from being lumped in with bad. The test involved a number basic commands plus off leash commands etc. Not calling anyone a 'bad citizen' you took that the wrong way. (:

ISDW

avkeskie wrote: »

I lived in the US for a long time, there was a dog training facility I went to, they did the usual obedience classes, etc but they encouraged people with certain breeds to do a test with their dog to prove that both owner and dog had a good relationship, it was called Good citizen/ good Canine responsible owner test forget the actual title but went something like that. Google it maybe it find correct title. It protected good owners from being lumped in with bad. The test involved a number basic commands plus off leash commands etc. Not calling anyone a 'bad citizen' you took that the wrong way. (:

That should be for every single dog owner, not just those that have dogs on an arbitrary list. The UK KC do a scheme like that, but it is for all breeds, as it should be.

You were saying you don't see anybody complying with the regulations of the restricted breed, so how could they do a test including off leash commands, when the dogs are not allowed off leash under that law? I'm sorry, but you can't have it both ways. That particular law is ridiculous, judging a dog on its breed.

tk123

avkeskie wrote: »

Unfortunately, I have NEVER actually seen a muzzle on a restricted breed in Ireland.

Me neither however any I've come across on our walks have been friendly (and the owners too :pac:), patient dogs who let our over friendly retriever pup say hello to them without barking/growling/snapping at him to back off!

Back on topic going by posts on boards i'd say the most popular would be

Labradoodles
Puggles
Juggles
Jugs
Cockapoos
Magnadoodles

avkeskie

ISDW wrote: »

That should be for every single dog owner, not just those that have dogs on an arbitrary list. The UK KC do a scheme like that, but it is for all breeds, as it should be.

You were saying you don't see anybody complying with the regulations of the restricted breed, so how could they do a test including off leash commands, when the dogs are not allowed off leash under that law? I'm sorry, but you can't have it both ways. That particular law is ridiculous, judging a dog on its breed.

Dogs and owners doing that test would be in a dog training facility, thought that might be obvious.
Yes, UK Kennel Club does it, should be here too.

ISDW

avkeskie wrote: »

Dogs and owners doing that test would be in a dog training facility, thought that might be obvious.
Yes, UK Kennel Club does it, should be here too.

No it wasn't obvious, because when I did the Good citizen scheme in the UK it was in a park.

morganafay

Guineapigrescue wrote: »

Over the past year especially when out and about or at doggy events etc. I've noticed a huge increase in Bichons, westies have been popular for a while but the Bichon seems to be taking over. Cavs as well and tons of Chihauhaus. The Lab, German Shepard and Collie are pretty common as pets as well and of course the lovable mix breed.
The one breed that seems to have increased the most I think is the Bichon and smaller breeds are more common to see than they were 10 years ago.

Not enough Papillons in this world though.

I've never seen a chihuahua in real life. Loads of Bichons though, I'm glad they're becoming popular, they're lovely dogs. I like Papillons too, but never seen a real one. I might get one one day, if they're anything like Cavaliers in temperament.

belongtojazz

ISDW wrote: »

No it wasn't obvious, because when I did the Good citizen scheme in the UK it was in a park.

Hi both of my dogs have done the UK good citizen awards, one has silver and the other bronze. Ours were done in a horse shed (there is probably a better word for it but that's what I call it ) It's huge so loads of room for training.

I think it probably depends on where you're trainer is based.

As for the list, when I'm home and see dogs out and about it seems to be
Labs,
Mutts
Spaniels
JRT
Bichon

getz

lrushe wrote: »

Guineapigrescue wrote: »

as well and tons of Chihauhaus. QUOTE]

Really? Other than at the RDS last week I haven't seen many I was starting to think my girl was on her own out there plus by the shriecks of excitements she gets when walking by women and kids anyone would think she was the only one on the planet!!

you think yours gets a lot of attention ? just try and walk a english bulldog on the streets in ireland,everyone wants a photo or pat it,the kids love him and think its a called a churchill dog,one big advantage a lot of pubs and bars that do not normally allow dogs,will change their rules just for him.

getz

lrushe wrote: »

Guineapigrescue wrote: »

as well and tons of Chihauhaus. QUOTE]

Really? Other than at the RDS last week I haven't seen many I was starting to think my girl was on her own out there plus by the shriecks of excitements she gets when walking by women and kids anyone would think she was the only one on the planet!!

popular,try walking a english bulldog in the street in ireland,kids think they are called churchill dogs,the parents want to take photos,you are stopped constantly,a 50yard walk may take up to a hour,one good thing is that a lot of the pubs/bars that do not normally allow dogs ,will change their rules,just for him

antomagoo

Jaysus can we not have a discussion on dogs/breeds without bringing up RB's and the laws relating to them, :mad:

In no particular order I'd reckon the top 10 are,

Jack Russells, German Shepards, Collies, King Charles, Lab's, golden retriever, Springer Spaniel, Cocker Spaniel, yorkshire terrier & west highland terrier

cjf

We do love our mongerals though!! Lets not forget them! Would say every second dog I meet is a mutt. . am involved in rescue suprise suprise!! Judging on the crosses that I see everyday I would say top ten are

Collie
Spaniel
Boxer
Lab
Retriever
JRT
GSD
Cavalier
Yorkie
Staffy

Also think comments on RB's and owners was ignorant and uncalled for. Its sad but am used to it! My RB has been asked to apply as a pet therapy dog because he is so gentle and friendly. Little by little attitudes are changing but will always be those who love to hate! A doberman therapy dog. . think that would be a pretty great shout out to all the RB's!!

antomagoo

cjf wrote: »

My RB has been asked to apply as a pet therapy dog because he is so gentle and friendly. Little by little attitudes are changing but will always be those who love to hate! A doberman therapy dog. . think that would be a pretty great shout out to all the RB's!!

Nice one CJF We're thinking of doing the same with our rottie, but prob going to hold off for 6 months or so till she has fully settled into living with us and her obediance training has come on a bit more. We were talking to Irish Therapy Dogs at the Pet Expo recently who were very encouraging about getting involved. Seemingly Garda clearence can take up to 4 months so might get the paper work under way now

cjf

Amazing!! Great organisation to open their doors and consider their therapy dogs on the basis of temperment and suitability rather than the shell they wear! Rotties are fab best of luck with the training and classes! I brought my chappie to training classes was best thing ever for him, he made loads of friends and learnt to listen even when there was loads of better things going on! He is a street angel house devil so tolerant of alll people and kids loves to be loved but a brat at home he likes all the attention and then when he gets home he expects it from me 24/7! haha!

Rotties are actually one of top breeds of family dog in USA. . .dont even get a look in on my top 10 breeds in Ireland! Never see them out and about! Maybe like me they all just hidden away up the mountains with them so they can have a good run off the lead away from judging eyes!

Whispered

Jordyn Powerful Tattoo wrote: »

So because I'm the owner of two dogs on the restricted breed list you hold a question mark above me being a "good citizen"?... Explain that one.

Couldn't help yourself eh?

lrushe

cjf wrote: »

Rotties are actually one of top breeds of family dog in USA. . .dont even get a look in on my top 10 breeds in Ireland! Never see them out and about! Maybe like me they all just hidden away up the mountains with them so they can have a good run off the lead away from judging eyes!

You've hit the nail on the head!!!!

antomagoo

lrushe wrote: »

You've hit the nail on the head!!!!

+1

rainbowtrout

morganafay wrote: »

I've never seen a chihuahua in real life. Loads of Bichons though, I'm glad they're becoming popular, they're lovely dogs. I like Papillons too, but never seen a real one. I might get one one day, if they're anything like Cavaliers in temperament.

The neighbours (they're French) backing on to my house have 2 dogs, one is definitely a Papillon, don't know about the other, think it might be a Papillon pup. Must try and get a photo of it one day without looking like i'm spying on them. One of my JRTs, Norman runs to the fence every morning and stands there listening to see if she's there. Then the barking starts and I hear 'Zat is bad, Mimi'

On my walks I see Jack Russells, Golden Retrievers, Westies, Springer Spaniels, Labradors, Cavaliers, Yorkies