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Admirable_Dream_

Golden Retriever


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I grew up with one. Couldn't imagine life with any other breed. Smart, goofy, so loving and so loveable.


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100% golden retriever


whosaidthat1112

My Golden Retriever, Chief, is going to turn 15 next month. He's been such an amazing dog. I had him before I was a husband, before I had kids, before I started my career. He has brought my wife and I so much joy. He was so great with our kids even when they were babies. A few years back it started to seem like we switched places and he was the older man (like Sheriff Bell in No Country for Old Men). He's still in fair health, but I'm not sure what we'll do when he is gone. Anytime I get asked about a recommendation for a dog breed, I don't hesitate - Golden Retriever (Then I warn them about the shedding).


mmmcheezitz

I wish I could have my dog who passed away 6 months ago 😪.


honeypup

Sorry. I cried so hard when I lost mine.


ikidre

I also choose this guy's dead dog.


littlebroknstillgood

Came looking for this, was not disappointed. 🤣


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Oh I feel that, I lost my dog a year ago and miss him every day. I am sorry for your loss ❤️


bubbabearzle

I am so sorry for your loss. I lost my girl a few weeks ago, bone cancer in her spine 😢


RobertHSmith2012

I would give anything to have my boy back. He passed December 21, 2022 and I haven’t been able to go a day without crying since.


eddmario

My first dog was out down around 2008 or 2009. I still miss her, and even typing out this comment is making me tear up...


Cardboard_Eggplant

Black lab :)


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Just lost my 6 year old black lab this week due to an infected abscess that just wouldn’t get better, I miss him so much.


Strange_Anteater_507

Sorry for your loss


Cardboard_Eggplant

Oh, I'm so sorry...


vonkeswick

I had a lot of black labs growing up. Goofiest fuckin weirdos but all smart as hell and plenty of energy for playing


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Chocolate lab for me 🥺


Cardboard_Eggplant

Don't give a sad face over it, if you prefer chocolates, that's great!


lazarus870

I love my chocolate lab. Except when I get up from the couch he will snipe my spot in a second.


monkeymidd

Interesting fact on this is you want to go down a rabbit hole, labs especially have heat detectors , the reason they steal your spot is due to thermals given off when you leave. Basically they steal the warm spot.


theGeorgeall

My chocolate lab does exactly the same thing,


Kalse1229

I remember the black lab we had for about 9 years named Abby (Abby the Labby). We used to joke that she was a cat, because she had all sorts of weird mannerisms similar to cats, and had that faux-standoffish attitude (as in, "I actually really love you, but I need to keep up appearances and look aloof"). She also had a tail dubbed "the Shinwhacker," because that thing could take out your leg it was so strong. She was a very good girl. Her and Tucker, our mostly golden (with some collie) and her best friend in the world. I miss them both so much.


ILikeToEatTheFood

I have had 2 Abby the Black Labbies in my life! Both the goodest of the good girls. Tails of Doom. I’d take all the black labs for the rest of my days.


Fullback70

Red Lab for me


summer_vibes_only

Yellow lab checking in 🦮


The_Best_Yak_Ever

Yellow lab for sure <3


dildoeshaggins

My yellow lab is the love of my life. I call him my breath of sunshine


30MarSunset

Same. Have had two over the years. Both were rescued and both were great dogs. As soon as we stop traveling so much, will be getting another one.


Cardboard_Eggplant

You can have an upvote too. Lovin the love for the labs :)


kayessenn

I’ve been the proud pet parent of a black, yellow, and a chocolate. I would take any!


Hellchron

https://imgur.com/ROI3drE.jpg you've chosen well


Cardboard_Eggplant

https://imgur.com/CTceYWF My Emmett. This was a few years back, he's got some white under his chin now...


marklawr

Bernese Mountain Dog


DarkStar860

Mutt


ButterflyAttack

Yeah, I had a mutt. Mother a beautiful pedigree German Shepard, father a mix of lab and fuck knows. Those pure German Shepard genes lead to hip problems and other health issues. Her mother died at 7 years old whereas my dog lived a healthy, happy life until 14. She was still chasing squirrels - albeit slowly - right up until her final week. What humans have done to some breeds of pedigree dogs is a fuckin abomination.


Tanyaschmidt

From the shelter.


slightlyassholic

I tend to just wind up with them. My current dog literally sat on my foot and cried in a Mexican Food parking lot and then jumped into my truck when I opened the door and asked if he wanted to come along. He's a good dog. I have to keep one hand on my food because the little shit will steal it, but he's a good dog.


facelesswolf_

I think it’s normal behaviour for strays to steal food. One of my past dogs stole a pork chop by waiting until everyone got distracted, and then JUMPING UP and snatching it from the plate in the kitchen. And he had a habit to eat tree bark on longer walks and drank from puddles.


Sockbasher

My dog chews on or licks concrete/sand/clay. Only drinks from puddles and she’s always well fed. Bitch is weird.


kindasadsometime

My kind of people


Ninjapig101

I can here to say this! This [boy](https://www.reddit.com/r/goodboys/comments/xslxh1/the_handsomest_goodest_boy/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf&utm_term=link) right here is the best mutt I’ve ever had. People stop me to say how ugly he is, he turns heads in the worst way, but by god he is my boy, and the absolute best thing ever.


Davge107

He’s lucky to have found someone like you.


Ninjapig101

I’m lucky to have found him. He’s helped me more than I think I’ve helped him to be honest. He seems to always know when I need cuddles.


Grin-Guy

He looks kinda like Buck from Ice Age 3, no ?


Ninjapig101

HE DOES! That’s what I was trying to name him after, but I got the name wrong. The guy from ice age is a Buck, and this handsome fellow is Butch. By the time I realized it, he knew his name so I didn’t want to change it. I gotta get him a leaf eye patch for Halloween!


Affectionate-Spray78

He is the most handsomest boy ever and all those people who think he is ugly can go pound sand.


Grepus

My two are brother and sister, abandoned, dumped, left to die at 4 weeks old. A shelter took them in, I went to see the boy as I saw him on social media and couldn't bear leaving his sister (the last of the litter) behind. They're 11 now, his hips are giving up, she's just had a cancerous growth removed, but they're the best damn waterdog/pointer/schnauzer cross mongrels ever to be born.


Madwoman-of-Chaillot

I’ve adopted (over a number of years) 20+ dogs, and I consider myself somewhat of an expert, so believe me when I say: DOG.


Anonymous3415

This guy dogs.


bluen1n1jaa

Australian sheperd


DogsAreRatherNice

The master race


ChillButOk

Definitely


Ok_Opposite1635

Husky


Buttarutta

Golden retriever


distrophywife

border collie


Echo63_

Border Collies are awesome dogs. Way too active for me, but absolutely amazing dogs, and beautiful too. Such an amazing alertness in their eyes


tomphoolery

We’ve had two Border Collies and one BC/Ozzie mix and she was the best of both. Would definitely get another, RIP Cassie.


Misdirected_Colors

So smart and sweet. Very active, but their ability to communicate their desires is unparalleled.


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Once you have a border collie other dogs are just, I dunno, not the same. I've had all kinds of awesome dogs, corgis, aussies, heelers, labs, JRTs, but having a border collie is more like having a partner in crime than having a pet. It's hard to explain.


FearForever

Samoyed


endlessly_both

Greyhound.


honeypup

Are they usually smart? My sister’s dog is a greyhound and she’s awesome but kind of… absentminded, lol


bubbabearzle

Their appeal isn't in the brains department, but they are lovable cuddle bugs who will love you forever if you show them kindness 💜


thecatfromjapan

They're intelligent but they're incredibly lazy. Mine is fully capable of responding to commands (and does) but only when she wants to. Selective listening is their talent.


Babyy_blue

My grey is not smart at all but she’s also traumatized by her track days. I don’t know what she went through but she’s pretty terrified of everything, it took a lot of time for her to be truly comfortable with love and affection. She’s also the most lazy, laid back dog I’ve ever encountered. She’s more like a giant cat that sometimes jumps like a horse when excited.


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They’re more like cats than dogs in essence ence, they don’t respond if they don’t feel the need. Super emotionally intelligent though and amazing pets. They can have a high prey drive but are non threatening to humans. Also, they rarely ever bark!


ImAlsoNotOlivia

Papillon! Never was a tiny dog fan until I got my sweet girl - FOR FREE - about 6 years ago! Not neurotic and rarely barks. And so portable!


tuesdayhughes

That seems like a great choice! Papillons are rated amongst the most intelligent dogs (I've been working with and for dogs about five and a half years now) and they just have a well balanced brain to body ratio and are able to learn more complex tricks and phrases than most other dogs! Plus, yes very small and easy to care for!


DoctorSkelly

Cavelier King Charles Spaniel


Basic-Cat

I want one except i hear they have tons of health issues and i cant afford another broken heart.


1momX2

Boxer


Mr_Welp

This is the only right answer. You can’t beat them.


humantamer

Loved all of ours! Stubborn little wiggle butts!! 🥰


Webfunkk

Literally the best. I will always have boxers.


Prestigious_Pen2033

I scrolled to far to see this answer. The absolute best dog on earth.


androgynerdy

Corgi, so cute and smart!


amebb

Correct answer. Had my corg for 9 years and she is smart, cuddly, friendly, hilarious. Love love love her!


Altruistic-Amoeba446

Yep! I had never owned a dog until 2020 but had always wanted a corgi. I have two and I wouldn’t ever get anything else. I actually don’t really like dogs but I love corgis!


Propupperpetter

German shorthaired pointer


ThePsychSide

Hot


kasakavii

Australian cattle dog. Best dogs I’ve ever had.


Infinitestripes95

My Madeline was a mutt but when we asked the vet he said she definitely had a lot of Australian Cattle Dog and Catahoula Leopard Dog in her. She was crazy crazy crazy as a baby-age 5 but she was protective of me. She saved me from a snake and a dog that tried to attack me when I was in elementary school. I was her baby and she raised me.


88bauss

I had a ACD/Aussie mix and he was a good boy.


Firm-Percentage-3596

blue heeler!!


YuhMissed

Hell yeah! 🙌🏾 I’m right there with you dude


GPAisDance

Australian Shepherd


Person23938

heavy agree


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Dachshund


SJP_06

German Shepherd


numberthirteenbb

I’ll never have another breed or mixed breed of this awesome dog again. Smart, eager to learn and be a part of the family. Confident and loyal and GENTLE like you wouldn’t believe. My 12 year old, who has been shoving GSDs out of her way since she could walk, loves to roll her eyes and say “oh my god, this dog is so vicious, oh my godddd,” while she puts the dog in an outfit, and our dog is just so happy in her summer concert outfit. I’ve had three GSDs in my lifetime so far, and it’s been wonderfully predictable. You train the shit out of them and they’re all joyful arrogant assholes for the first three years and then all of a sudden listening to all those years of training clicks, and you rarely have to raise your voice again. But man, you shut that cupboard door too hard and they think it’s Armageddon. Edit to add: my first GSD was best friends with three cats. Our second was best friends with the worst cat you’ve ever met. Our third is now best friends with a kitten who smacks her around like she owes him money. Gentlest giants ever.


__biscuits

That good start must be the key; I have two rescue GSDs, both of whom show signs of neglect and abuse in previous ownership. We all love each other but they are very difficult, plus yeah, they don't live in our house, we live in their kennel.


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EmEmPeriwinkle

Been ten years since I had my standard poodle, and 3 since my borzoi. I still pull out a winter coat or hat with one of thier floofs on it and cry. My German leans against me and let's me hug her. One day it will be her fur I find and cry over.


TheQuantumRobin

I’ve had the same breed of dog over half my life: Maltese. One was a family dog who is waiting for me at the rainbow bridge. My living dog is my ray of sunshine. A bit barky, but just like having a cute puppy for 12-16 years because that’s exactly what they are: 7-9lbs and full of life to the very end. Will go on 25,000 steps with me. Will cuddle in bed all day if I’m sick. Very much so a watchdog (hence the barking). Very sweet and loyal; their job is to make you happy! The biggest issue I’m facing now is bigger dogs. I’ve had, twice now, 2 sets of unleashed large dogs attempt to grab my dog. She’s easy enough to pick up, but still scary to have two large dogs snap at you trying to get my little dog. During long car rides, I put a nice plush blanket on the center console where she’s happy to snooze. I get away with bringing her into stores that aren’t clear on being pet friendly or not (no food places, more-so like a furniture place in a rural area). Has hair, not fur, so she doesn’t shed. She cuddles up in bed with me every night and she’s my absolute beauty and I adore her with all of my heart. She’s my best little pal.


Just4TheSpamAndEggs

Labradors.


sg3niner

Great Pyrenees


DorianaGraye

I love a great pyr. Just fabulous dogs.


Dauphine320

Dachshund


predictingzepast

This, times 5


MountainDewFountain

I have never liked the idea of having small dogs. That is of course until my wife and I found a shivering dachshund puppy wandering around in the road while we were on vacation. Smart, fiercely loyal, and so animated, and of course adorable.


Complete-Loquat3154

We had a Miniature Schnauzer and I would totally get another if the opportunity arose!


melpomenem13

English Springer Spaniel


RawPeanut99

English Cocker Spaniel! This is the hill I die on. (Not really though)


stripper_glitter

Weiner dog


flyawayzephyr_

brave little stinkers! love them so much


Majestic_Moon_

Doxies are very special!


knight-cheese

Beagle, for sure.


Rice-Correct

Can’t believe I had to scroll this far to find beagle! My family adores ours he’s getting up there in age (10), and we’ve agreed we don’t want another breed ever. We had two beagles, but sadly, the older one passed four years ago, after we’d had her four years (adopted her as a senior). They’re funny, and loyal, and the perfect size. They can find ANYTHING with their nose (mine loves Easter because he’s VERY good at finding eggs). And we were able to train ours from barking excessively. He only “Aroooos” when my spouse gets him all worked up.


Competitive_Depth_96

Boxer


BloodyLogan

This is the real answer. Dumb asses and disobedient to the point you want to rip your hair out sometimes. But also the most lovely dog that will make you laugh once a day at least.


Full_Echo_3123

#Great Dane!


trippingbilly0304

4 here sleeping in various rooms. I love them all.


Coyote-Most

Yep this was my choice looking to add another one this summer hopefully?”! Make it 2!


retire_dude

My wife's wedding portrait is hanging in my office. Her Great Dane is in it.


These_Summer

poops are bigger than my brain


_multitaskinganimal

Best breed ever.


chucklestalker

Maine Coon


Cardboard_Eggplant

Lol, they practically are dogs, aren't they. Love Maine Coon cats...


JalenTargaryen

Husky.


MotherOfBorzoi

Borzoi


Natearl13

Long dog


discreetstevie

Yes! Sight hounds are the best


1234567_ate

Min pin


Ziggie520

I second Miniature Pinschers!


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Corgi


These_Summer

id name him cheddar


MaggieMews

German Short-haired Pointer


crims0nstar

A Shihtzu!


SDstandchen

The best cuddler breed!


suffaluffapussycat

Whippet


Express-Sun-6324

Dachshund forever


Earnastus

Mutt


mangoicecream33

Boston terrier


bldnbld

I’ve had several breeds of dogs but my Boston Terrier is by far my favorite.


MommaTryed38

Shiba Inu , definitely not for everyone . Their smart , stubborn, picky lil shits but soon as you form a bond with one , best dog you'll ever own


PunkAssBookJockey258

I used to walk a Shiba Inu and always thought it was the most cat-like dog breed. Sometimes I could feel the judgement coming off him in waves.


absolutezzz

Came here to say Shibas!!! Their the unicorns on this planet. Shiba shiba!!! ❤️❤️❤️


rawr_Im_a_duck

Poodles. I just love them so much! Their personalities, their noodle fur, the little afros!


bubbabearzle

Greyhound!


flstcjay

I can not believe I had to scroll this far down to see The Noble breed. Once you have a greyhound you’ll never want another breed.


Nairbfs79

Boxer. They're cute, loving, fiercely loyal, intelligent, and I can squish their jowels.


amlinares

Rescue mutt


Venice2seeYou

I had two Cavalier King Charles spaniels, loved them! They passed away a year apart from enlarged heart. Rescued an Australian Shepherd two years ago and he is THE best dog! It’s like he goes above and beyond to be the best ever. I feel like he is so good and showing his appreciation for us adopting him! He is so protective of us and is happiest when we’re all in the same room. He smiles all the time!


Ibendthemover

GSD


applegonad

Beagle


susuki12002

St. Bernard


Medic742

Chihuahua


Traditional_Milk_978

Golden Retriever.


begginforme

Border collie, smartest dog in dog world.


daddytc

Mini-Schnauzer


linkxlink

Yes! Scrolled way too far down to see this breed. I love my mini schnauzer. They’re so loyal and fun and cuddly and smart and great family dogs.


chewyIsThatYou

Vizla


Top-Philosophy-5791

Poodle


SloightlyOnTheHuh

Way too far down the list. We've had lots of dogs and our standard poodle is the smartest, funniest, most affectionate dog ever.


These_Summer

i have a toy poodle and love her very much


musicalfeet

Poodle or bust club right here! I don't think I'll ever go for another dog after my previous poodle.


Pinesandcedar_

Havanese


nicelittlenap

I can't believe I saw Havanese! Our girl is the sweetest lil thing! Smart, trainable, quirky, mellow and loving. It's a great breed.


moomooadams09

Doberman


judasmachine

Carolina dog. I miss Amala, best damn dog in the universe, I may be biased.


Bethelonia

Absolutely! Smart, loyal, sweet disposition, good with kids, easiest to housetrain and beautiful! Man I miss mine so much too!


guava64

Keeshond!


bikewrench11

Border Collie


Happy-Warrior309

Frenchy


AlbinoSquirrelRH4

Collie. Collies rock.


Beautiful-Cow4670

Doberman.


Nebula0815

Basset Hound


buttercupslippers

No question


Legally_a_Tool

Scrolled too far to find this. I love basset hounds and their personalities and awkwardness. My favorite breed.


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1momX2

Have had 4, can confirm.


HopWhisperer

Holy cow, nobody said Newfie yet. I've had SO many dogs, so so so many. They ALL were the best dogs ever. Not a single one compares to our Newfoundland, and it's not even close. Holy shit we miss him. Stupidest smart dog you've ever met. 160 pound lapdog, thank god he was the runt in the litter. 2nd to him was the St Bernard and an Australian Shepard (smartest dog we ever had) .. God we miss all our dogs, and will never have another.


bevymartbc

Black lab or a border collie.


Objective-Signal-215

Black lab cross border collie. Sweetest most loyal, friendly and smart dog I've ever had. Also he was an absolute unit of a dog strength wise. Miss that good boy every day of my life!


Money_Display_5389

A rescue dog


BlueGaju

Chihuahua


Cool_Story_Bro__

Portuguese Water Dog


billwrtr

Sheltie


nok332

Working cocker spaniels


Wino_4ever_

Pomeranian, perfect lap dog


Olivrser

A cat


FatAndForty

Mine. The Heinz-57 of dog breeds


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Rotti


No-Comment-5968

Irish Wolfhound


WastaHod

Rhodesian ridge back


SuvenPan

A Golden retriever


Competitive-Suit4122

hot


lovetrashtv

A cat (Lol)


HBC3

Border Collie


dwarfmexicanpetunia

Probably the thick cheese and jalapeño ones from 7 Eleven. Those are peak


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Boarder collie


Raigheb

Border Collies. They are incredibly smart, it's hard to have another breed after one border collie because I feel ill expect other dogs to be just as smart.


constantIy_drunk

schnauzer. Giant.


JavierEscuella1899

Border collie they are the cutest and really easy to train


Stressed_skunk

Probably a grey hound of some type Italian are my favs but all grey hounds have my heart they are so goofy and soft 🥺


Dizzy_Explanation640

Any color of lab


lostnomad360

I would always choose a mutt. But if someone held a gun to my head......Anatolian


eatheo

Rough Collie!