I'm sure this has been asked before but what do you guys think on the ethicacy of buying a dog specifically for having sex (while still taking good care of it.)
And at that, what are best breeds to do such with?
A person shouldn't pick a dog specifically for sex, because not all dogs will be interested or there may be other complications and if the sole reason for having the dog is sex, what will that person do if/when that isn't an option anymore? They aren't objects, they are individual beings and need to be respected and treated as such. I see nothing wrong with the potential for sex being a contributing factor, but it shouldn't be the primary motivation for getting a dog. Caring for another being takes dedication and quite frequently a lot of personal sacrifice; it shouldn't be rushed into or done half-assed. Caring for a dog is typically a 10-15 year comittment, think about it and plan for your future together.
I prefer people who are having sex with their dogs to be emotionally invested in them, but what really matters is that the dog is well cared for and happy. In my opinion that should be the core that we base all our judgements of stewardship on.
There have been a wide variety of breeds people have chosen for mates over the years, my advice is to pick some breeds you like and read up on them, then go to some dog shows or the like and actually meet some of them and adjust your selection accordingly. Keep in mind that fluffy dogs bred for harsh winters won't like places with hot summers and other physical attributes; it's easier to put a coat on a shorthair when it's cold than it is to keep a longhair cool, for example. Some breeds will be more active, others less so, which should factor into choice.
Rehoming a dog is a complicated issue; accepting a dog into your home makes you responsible for their care and that care includes their happiness. I would be less inclined look down on someone who rehomed a dog because of financial difficulties, mental or phsyical problems (the person, not the dog), or other issues where they can't provide the dog the kind of home it needs to be happy. I've taken dogs into my home with the intent of rehoming them later when I find a good supportive home, but that means one is being very selective about where the dog is going and how they will be treated in that new home as well as how the dog feels about it. If the change is a net positive for the dog, it's probably ok; however, if it's just for the convenience of the human, it's probably still better for the dog as they are obviously unloved where they are, but it would absolutely affect my judgement of the human.
