The 10 most Manly Dogs

[Misterpants]

Weiner dog!

[CaptainCrunch]

Originally Posted by fotze

Plus a young single guy with a pit bull is about as cliche as a chick getting a lower back tattoo. If you have a pitbull and you are young and male it is also a good idea to have some sort of goatee, one of those harley davisony type chain wallets, wear long shorts, go into Megatunes alot, drink at the Ship and Anchor, have one of those extra long goofy skateboards and have tattoos.

While they quietly sip their fuzzy naval disguised in a beer can and think longingly about Bob, the intern in the marketing department.

[Table 5]

Originally Posted by The Ditch

You people are uneducated about pitbulls, it has more to do with irresponsible owners and bad breeders than the dog. If you get a pitbull from a responsible breeder and socialize/train properly they are a great dog, just like any other dog. It's too bad they are the de facto trailer trash/ghetto superstar dog who would be bad owners no matter the breed.

What exactly is the proper way to raise the dogs when they were specifically bred to have aggresive and violent traits? Those powerful jaws weren't built for cuddlin'.

[Boblobla]

Originally Posted by Table 5

What exactly is the proper way to raise the dogs when they were specifically bred to have aggresive and violent traits? Those powerful jaws weren't built for cuddlin'.

And yet you have no problems with Rottwielers, Dobermans and German Shepards?

[The Ditch]

Originally Posted by Table 5

What exactly is the proper way to raise the dogs when they were specifically bred to have aggresive and violent traits? Those powerful jaws weren't built for cuddlin'.

They were breed to have aggressive tendencies towards other dogs, and responsible breeders now have been breeding that out anyways. They also don't have violent tendencies, I doubt you have been around many pits with that attitude. If you are unsure how to properly train and socialize a larger dog than you shouldn't own one, or should contact the SPCA or your vet. Furthermore every breed of dog shows a wide range from alpha dog down to follower, that is dependant on that specific dog, and if you happen to get an alpha dog (a responsible breeder would know that it was and wouldn't sell to just anyone) you need to take more responsibilities to make yourself the pack leader.

Anecdotal evidence but volunteering at the SPCA I was never bit by a pit, but was multiple times by labs.

[blankall]

Originally Posted by Ozy_Flame

I need one small manly dog just for a bit of variety. Would a Jack Russell fit that bill more than a Boston Terrier?

Definitely. Especially since it has become the latest trend for 20 something hipster girls to dress Boston Terrier's up in vests and parade around town.

Also, I love golden retrievers but not really manly. More like family orientated.

[Bring_Back_Shantz]

A resounding NO to the Jack Russel.
As for the Boxer the look manly, but personality wise, I've never met one that wasn't a hudge pushover. Great dogs, with fantastic personality, but they're more well suited to soccer moms than manly men.

I'd have to say I agree with most of the suggestions so far, but I'd replace the Golden retriever with the Labradour Retriever.
Both pretty much the same dog, but the Lab just seems a bit manlier to me.

[FlamesKickAss]

what about labs? i guess they fit in the retriever category

[Table 5]

Originally Posted by Boblobla

And yet you have no problems with Rottwielers, Dobermans and German Shepards?

Dobermans and German Sheppards can have aggresive traits, but they are mentally much more stable and intelligent then a Pit Bull. There's a reason they are used by Police Departments around the world...they can be counted on to be stable and make consistent decisions. All of these dogs need to be trained properly, but there is no way either of these dogs snap as much as a pit bull.

[Table 5]

Originally Posted by Bring_Back_Shantz

t I'd replace the Golden retriever with the Labradour Retriever.
Both pretty much the same dog, but the Lab just seems a bit manlier to me.

Golden Retrievers make me think of Full House or something. A little too perfect.

[wpgflamesfan]

greyhounds. their huge and fast as tits.

[FlamesAddiction]

Here's manly dog, but they're also mean as hell:

The Karelian Bear Dog

[Dan02]

Originally Posted by CaptainCrunch

I think you need to remove pitbulls. Yes their tough dogs, but they're also unstable, and bred to the point of insanity. They're not good dogs to have in your community.

agreed, aggresive != manly

I think theres a couple that should be removed.

[The Ditch]

Originally Posted by Table 5

Dobermans and German Sheppards can have aggresive traits, but they are mentally much more stable and intelligent then a Pit Bull. There's a reason they are used by Police Departments around the world...they can be counted on to be stable and make consistent decisions. All of these dogs need to be trained properly, but there is no way either of these dogs snap as much as a pit bull.

Could you please point me in the direction of the unbiased study that shows pit bulls are less mentally stable than shepards and dobermans? Read my post above, I think you are spreading false information, exactly what leads to people hating pit bulls.

Originally Posted by The Ditch

They were breed to have aggressive tendencies towards other dogs, and responsible breeders now have been breeding that out anyways. They also don't have violent tendencies, I doubt you have been around many pits with that attitude. If you are unsure how to properly train and socialize a larger dog than you shouldn't own one, or should contact the SPCA or your vet. Furthermore every breed of dog shows a wide range from alpha dog down to follower, that is dependant on that specific dog, and if you happen to get an alpha dog (a responsible breeder would know that it was and wouldn't sell to just anyone) you need to take more responsibilities to make yourself the pack leader.

The problem is much more bad people rather than bad dogs, the only thing more annoying that the pit bull is as dangerous as a gun people are the breeders who sell "yorkie-poos" or "bugs".

[shane_c]

Originally Posted by Eastern Girl

I vote Husky!! I love them! Gorgeous animals, smart, they don't bark as much as other breeds, but they find other ways to communicate, like howling. They are definitely full of personality and attitude. (Though I am not sure my vote counts for the purposes of this thread, given that I am a chick... )

I couldn't agree more. I've got 2 of them. They are great dogs!

[FlameCity]

from Wiki

Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Terrier breeds are generally bold, tenacious, inquisitive and fearless. The Staffie is renowned for its reliability as a family dog, with special emphasis on their reliability with children. The breed thrives in the family environment, being a suitable compact size for close family living. They can be protective of their family, especially those with small children, and it is for this reason that they make an excellent family guardian and watch dog. Staffordshire Terriers are passive home-security systems; potential burglars will tend to choose an easier target.

These are great dogs, a girl I use to work with got one just after her second child was born . . . I've never seen another dog as good with children.

[octothorp]

Golden Retrievers? They're about as manly as a minivan. I know they're popular, but just as much so with ladies and families as with men. Of course there's nothing effeminate about them either. Great dogs, intelligent, loyal, but there's just so many other breeds out there that are really manly, personally I wouldn't include one that's so generic.

I'd second (or third) the vote for the ridgeback. Excellent breed.

One you might consider for small dogs is the Manchester Terrier: tenacious little guy who was originally bred for ratting, has the appearance of a small cross between a doberman and a whippet with a black-and-tan appearance, excellent loyalty, without being aggressive. Handsome enough that the ladies will stop to pet him.

[dissentowner]

Originally Posted by FlameCity

These are great dogs, a girl I use to work with got one just after her second child was born . . . I've never seen another dog as good with children.

Good dog that is also lumped in with Pitties. The hate toward Pit Bulls is bunk! I have 5 different friends that have kids and Pit Bulls and every one of those dogs are the biggest sucks ever! Pit Bulls are not even in the top 10 for dog bites in North America. I think Rotties are worse then Pitties.

[longsuffering]

What other breed will jump out of a helicopter?

I'd like to introduce you to Orson!

[Boblobla]

Stupid question for the dog experts out there. I love Rotties and I have heard that they have issues later in life because their brain keeps growing but their skull does not. Is this complete bush?