get a border collie

they are the god tear of dogs and much cheaper, but they have to use up a lot of energy so big walks and runs and stuff is necessary

they're super furry though, right? I think I'd have trouble in the hot climate area I'm in.

Actually, there are flat coated border collies which are every bit as pretty as the more popular "standard" variety.
To be fair though, even standard-coated border collies do quite well in warm climates, as long as they have plentiful shade and water when outdoors, like all dogs.
And yes, content dog is a Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Both of these breeds are awesome dogs, but do your research and consider potential health problems, especially if you go for a corgi.

pure-bred*
sigh...

oh yeah I know that corgis are pretty prone to health issues, seeing as most of them are attempted to be pure-bread

Fortunately, dwarfism (seen in corgies, dachshunds, basset hounds and so on) is a more naturally occurring mutation than, for example, the smashed face of a boxer or pug, but yeah, they were heavily inbred to get them to look like that, as were most, if not all purebred dogs. I've met quite a few in person, most were generally good natured. c:

but they're so damn cute D:
no but I get what you're saying, I'll keep that in mind, thanks!

Ok, then yeah get a Corgi!

once I have the money, I sure will :s

I fucking love how wonderfully appropriate the size of the leg warmers are :3
I don't even have one pet, but if I could have one, I'd like a corgi :c

We have two. Our Basset, Wesley, and our little Petey.

mfw my fiance has the same name as your basset dog...

do want :/
I'd take any dog at this point lol, I've asked my parents for years, but I'm almost out on my own so I'll get one when I have the money

We got Wesley for free from Craig's list. He has been one of the best dogs i have ever had. Had him for 4 or do years now. I absolutely love my two pups.

I'll take note, thanks! I'll look on craigs list for a dog when I get a chance.

Here, i slapped this together for you. A gif of my dogs tug-o-waring last night.

Jack russel are fairly good dogs too

they're very athletic

very friendly (not all ankle snappers unless someones trying to hurt you or break into your home)

good with kids and all in all pretty intelligent

pic related my JR Barnie he was the first dog i had but he unfortunatley passed away last year from old age :/