I'm thinking about getting a dog, but I'm not sure what breed I should get.
 The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a really great dog breed. It was developed in the Swiss Alps.
That sounds like an interesting breed! I need a breed that 
This dog  the result of indigenous dogs mating with a mastiff type brought to Switzerland by foreign settle
Oh neat! I need a breed that is good with kids and other pets. Do you think that dog would fit that profile?
If you prefer smaller, the dachsund is a cute short legged long body dog