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Another thread inspired me to post this and since I have been thinking of getting a dog I would ask what others thought.

I want a larger dog, not a monster mind you, but no poodle either. I want an animal that will be gentle with my son when he's older and not try to kill my cat hehe.

I was thinking about a black Lab, then I realized, they don't live as long and get hip problems. Then I thought of a golden retriever, hrm,, way too much hair.

Any ideas?

btw, what the hell are those dogs called that most people cut the tails off of? Their coats are silky soft and really short but it's thick and straight. My friend when I was a kid had one, it was such a good animal. Docile, playful and very obedient.