If people want only a pet/companion dog...?

[ladyslipper]

Dosnt it just make sense to get a companion breed,bred spicificly to be a companion,rather than breeds bred to do things like heard animals, or hunt animals ,or working dogs, terriers,etc.
Why does this seem so common sense yet so frequently overlooked???

[Bon]

There is no such thing in the world such as "companion dogs". All dogs have their own job to do, whether herding or working; sporting or grooming. All dogs are already companions, if you show them that you are also their companion.

[Tony'sJeanius]

I'd outlaw all breeds except chihuahuas!!!
With all due respect, your post makes no sense at all

[Joel K]

Because really you have to have a connection with the pet and breeding specially for companionship isnt always good. i have a dog and i love her all the more for the stupid and bad things she does, without her uniqueness it wouldnt be the same.

[Mrs HarleyBrat]

because most people think of dogs like a possession instead of a family member - they treat animals like they're disposable - I hate that! They don't THINK about what's involved in being a responsible pet owner - thank goodness people don't treat their kids like they do their pets

[prancer3869]

If people want a companion dog they should check out their local shelters. There are a ton of GREAT dogs and puppies there looking for companions.

[rusty s]

Dogs have a natural purpose in life.Some breeds are just more domesticated

[maltipoolover]

Bon:
with all due respect, there is a specific breed group of dogs...the toy...that has no purpose besides being a companion dog. It is recognized by the AKC, actually.