With my the recent loss of two very special pets (due to health problems associated with old age), I've been thinking in the future of getting a dog. My family has a senior Chow right now, who I don't live with at the moment but is a great dog, though I was never able to compete in any sport with her (tried junior-level stuff but she just doesn't have the right personality).

For my next dog, I'd like a breed that was very friendly and very versatile. I'd really like to get fully involved in some sort of canine sport- like confirmation, agility or obedience. Of course, I know this takes a lot of planning and training which is why I'm starting to think about it now.


So does anyone here compete and have advice to share? (or even breed recommendations)?

I'd love to hear all your stories!