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2blacklabs · 09-12-2019, 06:42 PM

We have three labs and never have problems. We are in a class b Two of our labs are 15 so and one year old. We know that the two older ones won’t be with us forever so we enjoy the travel with them and parks have been very accommodating

garyvont · 09-12-2019, 07:13 PM

We have Rved with several dogs, and now have two little ones, 10 & 11 pounders. One is a purebred, the other a rescue. If I outlive the rescue, I'll look for another just like him. There are so many great, loving dogs without homes. They seem so appreciative of being rescued. The biggest downside is our reluctance to leave them in the rig while we see sights where dogs are not welcome. Some parks forbid it, and some dogs will bark and cry until their humans return. Just something to consider.

farmer.ron · 09-12-2019, 07:15 PM

We have a St Bernard that loves camping, he especially loves cooler weather. He is a trained thearpy dog and does not show any of the aggressive tendencies mentioned above. We also have a miniature dachshund (I swear he is not playing with a full deck) but I would not wish him on anyone. We have a collapsible cart and harness so the St can pull it around the campground. The giants always get a lot of attention at the campgrounds. We often have people coming out of their campsites to pet our St.

nancybninja · 09-12-2019, 07:22 PM

Dogs are so unpredictable. I had a 10lb Yorkie that I trained with all hand signals. If I had the money I would clone her. So beautiful and sweet and super smart. Her sibling was awful and a disaster of a dog. If I ever get another dog it will be an adult that I can see how it’s going to behave.

WildonesinCA · 09-12-2019, 08:00 PM

I have to cast my vote for the golden retrievers. Big enough ( I think) , gentle and friendly. And ours loves to guard our coach!!

Tom and Patty · 09-12-2019, 08:02 PM

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I have settled on GSDs. They are sweet, very smart, and travel well. Their only downside is they shed. I won’t quantify the shedding as it is nothing compared to Great Pyrenees. They are nice large dogs too. But they are bred to bark at stuff and have an industrial strength barker[/QUOTE]

Yup our Pyr mix sheds like no tomorrow. She is a great traveling dog and no one sneaks up on us. So in a campground at night it is tough to leave the windows open. Neither of our two GSD’s were as alert as Hannah. Sometimes it is uncanny. If you don’t want a barker, stay away from a Pyrenees. Pictured below this is her pose at night. Listening and smelling for what doesn’t belong.......and then BARK😉

Daytripping · 09-12-2019, 08:38 PM

We travel with 2 golden doodles that are small. They love being with us and are great travelers. They don’t shed which is a huge bonus. Love my doodles.

Mike&Kitty · 09-12-2019, 09:09 PM

I love dogs but travel with 2 cats. You don't need to take them outside in the rain to do their business!

B Bob · 09-12-2019, 09:37 PM

We have traveled by motorhome with Airedales. They are wonderful dogs and do not shed. Not shedding is important unless you love to vacuum. Every day. Poodles don't shed. Many of the doodle dogs do not shed.

QuiltingFan · 09-12-2019, 09:39 PM

I'd go to the local pound to find a quiet dog that is housebroken, likes other dogs, and kids. I've had several purebred labs found in the pound. All have been wonderful. If you are elderly, think about a lighter weight dog to save your back when your aging dog needs help getting up the RV steps.

EurekaII · 09-13-2019, 02:30 AM

Try adopting an adult or senior got that needs a new forever home. There are rescue groups around for all breeds. Or your local shelter.

We have had these two sweethearts for two years now from Boston Terrier Rescue. Maggie was 12 (now 14), had lost her 96 year old owner. Marley was 7 months (now 2), was
thrown out of a puppy mill because she was almost blind due to juvenile cataracts. Surgery a few months ago and she can SEE!

They, as will most dogs will adapt to full time Rving.

WVPete · 09-13-2019, 05:15 AM

We travel with our 72 pound mix that people always call a pit bull and our cat. He is mild mannered and does not bark. He curls into a ball a lot of time and doesn't take up much space. We have been denied camping sites about two times and asked to leave a place one time (not because of the dog behavior but how he looks). So...........if given a choice, I would stay away from that list of dogs above. We stay in a lot of public campgrounds like state parks, army corp parks and boondocking. None of these are a problem.
We got our motor home after we already had Clancy. Also, we were new to RVing and so were no aware of the breed restrictions.

Wench · 09-13-2019, 05:52 AM

How about a rescue? Talk to the people at the shelter or foster home and find out the dogs personality. Do some recon before choosing. Rescue a shelter pet!

neoflyer · 09-13-2019, 07:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Isaac-1

It has been a couple of years since our last dog passed away, and my wife and I have started thinking about getting another dog, and I would like your advice on best breeds of larger dogs for RV traveling.

Our last dog was a mastiff, though he was the runt of his litter at only about 120 pounds, and never traveled with us in the RV as he passed away shortly after we had bought our current coach.

Ideally we would like a large breed or giant breed dog again, but are concerned about rv park size restrictions. We also want a somewhat sedate breed, not one that requires lots of running and open space.

So in your experience, are there certain large breeds that RV parks tend to be the most lax about when it comes to "no big dogs" rules, how do they define "large dog"? etc.?

Thanks Ike

I see weight limits of 35-50 lbs. and breed restrictions occasionally. Not often enough to hinder travels though but be aware some parks will restrict you.