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Old 09-21-10, 11:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Dave600hL
They are not as tall as a great dane, but they are much heavier. Great danes average about 30-34" for dogs and leonbergers average about 29-32", but can weigh up to 200lbs in some of the bigger dogs.

Actually , not many people would have heard of them due to their rarity. After World War I, only five Leonbergers remained. When the World Wars ended, the eight surviving dogs were bred with one another, resulting in 22 puppies. It took 25 years for the Leo to recover. In 1971 the first Leonberger was brought to the United States. And they are still very scarce and it will usually take you 2-3 years on a waiting list to get one.
Congrats on the Leonbergers Dave!

They are beautiful, well tempered dogs. We have a few of them around here and they are wonderful.

I understand your want for a "dog" vehicle as we have 2...lol. Our "little" 95 lb pup gets free reign in all of our rides including the F...though she spends much more time in the SUV's

Two of my business partners have Escalades and they have both been reliable and are super comfy/luxurious. They're an excellent choice for what you are looking for.

I could talk about dogs just as much as I love to talk about cars so have fun with your new pups.
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Old 09-22-10, 12:52 AM
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Wow, your wife is so rich.
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jeeez, you need a u-haul for those mammoth

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Seriously? Want to buy an Escalade ONLY to haul the dogs around? Wow!
ah, he was a candidate for an LFA, so this escalade is pennies to him
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Old 09-22-10, 11:16 AM
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With what you probably spend for dog food and other pet expenses, will you have anything left OVER for a new SUV?
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Old 09-23-10, 12:28 AM
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Originally Posted by CDNROCKIES
Congrats on the Leonbergers Dave!

They are beautiful, well tempered dogs. We have a few of them around here and they are wonderful.

I understand your want for a "dog" vehicle as we have 2...lol. Our "little" 95 lb pup gets free reign in all of our rides including the F...though she spends much more time in the SUV's

Two of my business partners have Escalades and they have both been reliable and are super comfy/luxurious. They're an excellent choice for what you are looking for.

I could talk about dogs just as much as I love to talk about cars so have fun with your new pups.
Love dogs as well and I could talk all day about them. Seems like the way to go.
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With what you probably spend for dog food and other pet expenses, will you have anything left OVER for a new SUV?
LOL.
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Old 09-25-10, 10:03 PM
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What is the hybrid Escalade like? Any reliability issues with them?
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Old 09-26-10, 04:19 AM
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What is the hybrid Escalade like? Any reliability issues with them?
I read a review (Edmunds?) where they didn't like the tranny shift compared to standard transmission
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Old 09-26-10, 03:17 PM
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Get One You Will LOVE IT!!!! I traded in my baby 01' GS430 for an 05' Escalade EXT and we love it!! I still miss my GS, But the space, utility, Comfort, Reliability, And floss factor make up for it!!!!
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Old 09-27-10, 01:48 AM
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Thanks for the assurance Stealth and others who helped out.

I have decided to get one. The celsior in getting traded.
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Well , the deal is done. I am importing an Escalade dirrect from the US.
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Old 10-02-10, 06:25 AM
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Originally Posted by Dave600hL
Well , the deal is done. I am importing an Escalade dirrect from the US.
Good move Dave
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Originally Posted by Dave600hL
Well , the deal is done. I am importing an Escalade dirrect from the US.
Congrats Dave.

Awesome SUV...the dogs will love it.


P.S. What do the pups think of the F???

Mine hates it, as when I go WOT she gets scared...I think she thinks there's an even bigger dog growling at her when the exhaust opens up...lol.
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Congrats
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