Hey guys,
So BF and I may decide to move once our lease is up at the end of Sept. My one requirement for a new place is that it is dog-friendly and has a backyard. I've wanted a puppy for years now, but it wouldn't have been fair when I lived in a small apt in Manhattan. Now that BF and I both work from home, we'd have more than enough time to devote to training and loving a puppy, and just need the right home for one.
That said, I'm trying to decide on a breed. I really want a purebred from a breeder, or I'd rescue a dog from a breed-specific organization. I just can't decide on what breed would be right for us. We want a medium or large dog, that is playful and trainable. I really was set on an irish setter, but I'm not sure we'd like all of the shedding hair. I also love shiba inus (though they're a little smaller than BF would want), but I've heard they're pretty calm dogs, and I think we'd want something more energetic and playful. I love most setters and hounds as well. Any suggestions??