Friday Poll: How long do you spend exercising your dog daily?

We know that some breeds are definitely more active than others. A Greyhound is often happy with a couple of brisk half hours walks and some running around / off-lead playtime. A Collie would generally scoff at so little. Age is also a consideration, with the very young and very old requiring less and more gentle activity.

How active is your dog?

Friday Poll: What are your favourite pets that aren't dogs?

We're told there are pets worth having that aren't dogs. If you've ventured beyond the canine world, tell us your favourites.

Poll: Which type of dog is your favourite?

I've realised there's been a distinct lack of polls on our blog - so I thought I'd run one! It's just for fun, to see if lots of people vote. If they do, I'll be running a poll more often to get opinions on all matter of doggy (and perhaps non-doggy) issues.

To kick off, a quick overview of the most popular dog types out there. Please note it is just for fun; I love all types of dogs and would happily own a crossbreed, but that doesn't stop me being a fan of certain breeds (mostly hounds). Is there a particular type that you just can't help falling for?

You can choose more than one if you just can't quite decide!