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Title: Top 7 Dog Breeds for Meeting New People
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Pet360.com
URL Source: http://shine.yahoo.com/pets/looking ... -meeting-people-162800517.html
Published: Dec 5, 2013
Author: Carol Bryant
Post Date: 2013-12-05 19:07:01 by Buzzard
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Views: 685
Comments: 30
Move over grocery stores, dog parks are the new "go to" place to meet people these days. Dogs, in general, are matchmakers and certainly ambassadors to introducing us to folks we might not ever have known. There are, however, breeds that go the extra wag when it comes to meeting new people. Although all dogs are conversation starters, whether by their sheer size, appearance, temperament, or a behavior, here are seven canine standouts. Next time you take a stroll to the park, see how many new people you meet with one of these dogs by your side: Great Dane: Gentle, easy going, loving, and oh so huge in stature, we double dog dare you to take a Great Dane out in public and not meet someone. According to the American Kennel Club, this statuesque pooch is often labeled the "king of dogs," with a personality that beckons complete strangers to turn into cuddly, coochy-cooing softies. Cocker Spaniel: As a lifelong Cocker Spaniel mom, I would be remiss in not mentioning this Wigglebutt breed as a people greeter. In general, the Cocker Spaniel has a merry temperament, with many of them probably politicians in a previous life. They love smooching babies and shaking paws with strangers. Muttigree: How many times have you asked a complete stranger "what kind of dog is that?" Often times, the cutest and most approachable dogs are a mix of this, that, and something else. The All-American Mutt is definitely an ice breaker. If you know the breeds that comprise your dog's DNA, see if a stranger can guess the next time around. It makes for great conversation and opens the doggie door to whatever comes next. PBGV: The shortcut acronym is a conversation starter, but this mighty dog in a small package is a meeter-greeter to the max. The PBGV is short in stature but long on personality, as the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen, is part of the Hound group. He is a happy, extroverted, confident pooch that takes to people well and makes breaking the ice that much easier. Greyhound: There is something stately, regal, and oh-so-approachable when a Greyhound makes his way down the street or glides smoothly across the dog park. Greyhounds are generally loving, kind, friendly, and a highly approachable and admired breed. Most Greyhounds are rescued from the track, so strangers often want to get to know them better. Pug: Pug lovers, unite: We see you out there, with your portly cuteness and little engine that could attitude. That huge personality in a stout package is part of the Pug's charm and approachable aura. Playful, friendly, and intelligent, this member of the Toy group is a great icebreaker in public. Golden Retriever: A great friend to children and a wonderful family dog, the Golden Retriever might simply be the poster child for socializing. It's great popularity means more than likely someone in your group of friends or family has one (or more). Their easy-going and "love me" nature make them the consummate breed to meet new people. Poster Comment: An interesting list. My first dog was a Cocker. She liked making friends with everyone. My Labs always impressed my hunting buddies, but they were never friendly with strangers. The only question I have with this article is the the sixth animal listed. What type of person is attracted to someone shameless enough to take a pug out in public?
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#1. To: Buzzard (#0)
I'm just curious about acquiring greyhound dogs: they're racing dogs, what do you do with a racing dog????????? : ) 
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-Alex Kurtagic
#2. To: Buzzard, X-15 (#0)
True. My new foster girl is adorable. She just got off the track in September. I think she's great, but my cat doesn't think she's all that and a bag of chips. Aldo was quite hostile at their first meeting. lol People love greyhounds.....really, what's not to love? Greyhound: There is something stately, regal, and oh-so-approachable when a Greyhound makes his way down the street or glides smoothly across the dog park. Greyhounds are generally loving, kind, friendly, and a highly approachable and admired breed. Most Greyhounds are rescued from the track, so strangers often want to get to know them better.
" If you cannot govern yourself, you will be governed by assholes. " Randge, Poet de Forum, 1/11/11
"Life's tough, and even tougher if you're stupid." --John Wayne
#3. To: X-15 (#1)
They're similar to a retired racehorse. Just treat them well & allow them the exercise they require. As they get older they'll slow down. what do you do with a racing dog
#4. To: abraxas (#2)
Good luck on your foster greyhound and post up a pic for all of us to see and admire.
>-Alex Kurtagic
#5. To: abraxas, x-15, buzzard (#2)
i would say that samoyeds are the best breed & attract a great deal of attention. ive seen a lot of people who adopted Greyhounds. they seem like very sweet & timid dogs. One time Maxine saw a guy jogging with a greyhound & she took the predator stance low to the ground. as they approached, she lunged at the dogs neck. owner & dog were both very jittery. i offered him my # in case thw wound needed treatment & the guys angry wife called me later demanding a few hundred bucks, which i happily paid. Just the price of owning an alpha mountain dog who pissed by hiking up her leg despite being female. lol!
"Even to the death fight for truth, and the LORD your God will battle for you". Sirach 4:28
#6. To: Artisan, antacid, X-15, buzzard (#5)
None of them are as cute as my granddog. He is such a Stinkpie.
A study group recently released its findings as to the best presidents of the United States of America. Obama has been rated as the 4th best president ever: Reagan and 9 others tied for first, 15 presidents tied for second, 18 tied for third, and Obama came in fourth.
#7. To: farmfriend (#6)
since you make the claim. you have to post a picture to prove it. :)
"Even to the death fight for truth, and the LORD your God will battle for you". Sirach 4:28
#8. To: Artisan (#7)
Will do as soon as I can get over to my main computer
A study group recently released its findings as to the best presidents of the United States of America. Obama has been rated as the 4th best president ever: Reagan and 9 others tied for first, 15 presidents tied for second, 18 tied for third, and Obama came in fourth.
#9. To: farmfriend (#6)
Pics!!
>-Alex Kurtagic
#10. To: X-15 (#9)
Sigh ok give me a minute. I'm having some health issues.
A study group recently released its findings as to the best presidents of the United States of America. Obama has been rated as the 4th best president ever: Reagan and 9 others tied for first, 15 presidents tied for second, 18 tied for third, and Obama came in fourth.
#11. To: farmfriend (#10)
Well, pop a pill and get after it!! :) Seriously, take care of yourself.
>-Alex Kurtagic
#12. To: X-15 (#11)
oh I wish it was that simple. surgery was involved. I'll give you a synopsis privately. anyway, this is my granddog Stewie or stinkpie as I call him. He is under 5 lbs. He is a long haired teacup chihuahua. does not bark. the handsome guy in the background is my youngest son. Well, pop a pill and get after it!! :)
A study group recently released its findings as to the best presidents of the United States of America. Obama has been rated as the 4th best president ever: Reagan and 9 others tied for first, 15 presidents tied for second, 18 tied for third, and Obama came in fourth.
#13. To: Buzzard (#0)
Pugs are heroes, all other dogs are zeros. Pugs rule, all other dogs drool. If it's not a pug it's not a dog.
"Have Brain, Will Travel
#14. To: farmfriend (#12)
What a cutie!! He looks so attentive and alert to his surroundings!!! I'm guessing that he likes to be the center-of-attention :)
>-Alex Kurtagic
#15. To: X-15 (#14)
oh yes especially from grandma. I'm guessing that he likes to be the center-of-attention :)
#16. To: Buzzard (#0)
While I remember Sharkey - our Lab, when I was about 3 he jumped out of moving car window, ran across a field, and was "Freeeeeeeeeeeeee!" Rags though, half Cocker and half Scottie, was the bestest dog that ever was. I still get misty eyed when I think of him. :-) My first dog was a Cocker. She liked making friends with everyone.
"“Believe nothing merely because you have been told it. Do not believe what your teacher tells you merely out of respect for the teacher. But whatsoever, after due examination and analysis, you find to be kind, conducive to the good, the benefit, the welfare of all beings - that doctrine believe and cling to, and take it as your guide.” ~ Gautama Siddhartha — The Buddha
Any sufficiently advanced stupidity is indistinguishable from evil. ~ Unk (Paraphrase of Clarke's 3rd Law: "Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic.")
#17. To: Original_Intent, Buzzard (#16)
My first dog was a cockapoo. She had straight hair, cocker tufts and terrier ears. She was a good dog.
#18. To: farmfriend (#12)
that is quite a statuesque noble looking creature, interesting coloring. :)
"Even to the death fight for truth, and the LORD your God will battle for you". Sirach 4:28
#19. To: Artisan (#18)
He's a stinker. 
#20. To: Turtle (#13)
When my Dad and I used to train Labs for retrieving, he would fire a shot gun and I'd throw something like a deflated football-shaped wad of carpeting for the dog to bring back. That way when the dogs heard gun fire, their eyes would be looking for something to fall. I wonder how the training would've gone, if instead of carpeting, I would've thrown a pug? If it's not a pug it's not a dog.
#21. To: Buzzard (#20)
I wonder how the training would've gone, if instead of carpeting, I would've thrown a pug?
"Have Brain, Will Travel
#22. To: abraxas (#2)
Greyhounds are very gentle but to them cats resemble those mechanical rabbits they were trained to catch. The rescue people don't advise putting a greyhound in a house with a cat. There are exceptions. but my cat doesn't think she's all tha
#23. To: Ada (#22)
They test them off the track. Some have such a strong prey drive that they are never cat or small dog safe. My last greyhound was deemed cat safe but she never stopped running up on the cat. She didn't hurt him but she chased him. If Bella can find a way to win Aldo's love, we may just keep her. At this point, I'm more concerned about what the cat will do to her than what she will do to him. : ) The rescue people don't advise putting a greyhound in a house with a cat. There are exceptions.
" If you cannot govern yourself, you will be governed by assholes. " Randge, Poet de Forum, 1/11/11
"Life's tough, and even tougher if you're stupid." --John Wayne
#24. To: Artisan (#5)
My first dog when I was a kid always did that too. Sally was mountain dog only via location though, the rest of her was mutt. : ) owning an alpha mountain dog who pissed by hiking up her leg despite being female. lol!
" If you cannot govern yourself, you will be governed by assholes. " Randge, Poet de Forum, 1/11/11
"Life's tough, and even tougher if you're stupid." --John Wayne
#25. To: abraxas (#24)
i felt very bad for that poor skinny greyhound. their fur & skin seems very thin, there was a gash in her neck where maxine bit her & she was shivering & trembling in fear. it was sad. Maxine always hated other dogs except the one time when my wife brought her family dog to live with us. he had cancer & maxine was the most lovely big sis to him, even shared her plate of food. & laid down next to him. we were shocked. he stayed with us about 3 months before he died.
"Even to the death fight for truth, and the LORD your God will battle for you". Sirach 4:28
#26. To: Artisan (#25)
It is very fine fur, made for racing and not warmth. I always put a coat on them for walks when it gets cold. Greyhounds are fearful of other dogs. I've had mine try to turn around a quarter mile from another dog. That was very nice of Maxine to nurse the other dog. their fur & skin seems very thin,
" If you cannot govern yourself, you will be governed by assholes. " Randge, Poet de Forum, 1/11/11
"Life's tough, and even tougher if you're stupid." --John Wayne
#27. To: abraxas, Artisan, dog lovers, 4 (#26)
real life fox and hound story with pics -
“The most dangerous man to any government is the man who is able to think things out... without regard to the prevailing superstitions and taboos. Almost inevitably he comes to the conclusion that the government he lives under is dishonest, insane, intolerable.” ~ H. L. Mencken
#28. To: abraxas (#23)
www.huffingtonpost.com/20...errified-of-walking-past- cats_n_4276499.html?utm_hp_ref=mostpopular I'm more concerned about what the cat will do to her than what she will do to him. : )
#29. To: abraxas, lod, farmfriend (#26)
Here they are together. she looks very proud. ;-) That was very nice of Maxine to nurse the other dog.
"Even to the death fight for truth, and the LORD your God will battle for you". Sirach 4:28
#30. To: Artisan (#29)
nice looking dogs.
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