what is the most playful dog breed that also really bonds with their master companion.?

Question

are any of these good?
border collie.
german sheperd.
siberian husky
any other suggestions?

Answer 1

Herding dogs are the best bonders, but they are higher than average in the barking department.

Siberian Huskies are extremely independent. For thousands of years they have been bred to do nothing but pull sleds - basically running away from you their whole lives. And they do an insane amount of shedding.

I wouldn't recommend a Border Collie to most people. Border Collies require a LOT of exercise, and preferably a job to do or they can be insane to live with. In a hot climate, you'd have to run the dog at night or early in the morning. We're talking at least two half-hour STRENUOUS runs, not a casual 3 mph walk around the block. Many Border Collies end up in the pound because people can't deal with their herding instincts and odd behavior (like guarding pots and pans!)

German Shepherds, Welsh Corgis, Australian Shepherds and Shetland Sheepdogs all make good bonders. So do Rottweilers, but I wouldn't recommend them unless you are used to training tough, dominant dogs. Standard Poodles are extremely bright and playful, very loyal and quick learners.

Sporting dogs are generally great family dogs and easy to train. But they are less loyal than the working and herding dogs.

Find a good breeder by going to www.akc.org or talking to people at dog shows. You can also find info about the breed clubs on the akc site - they probably have a rescue group where you can get an older dog for less money. The best breeders will be members of their breed club, promoting healthy dogs with great temperaments. They should ask you a bunch of questions to make sure their puppy will be getting a good home. If all a "breeder" seems to care about is whether your check will clear, you can be sure he won't care a week later when the pup is dying from distemper or parvo and you want your money back.

Whatever you do, DON'T go to a pet shop, a flea market or buy one sight-unseen off the Internet!!!! You'll pay top dollar for what is usually a poor quality puppy mill dog. And you'll be supporting one of the cruelest industries in the country. The breeding animals are often kept in deplorable conditions - spending their entire lives in small wire-bottomed cages. They probably haven't been vaccinated against contagious diseases or tested for any health or temperament problems or genetic diseases - that costs money and cuts into their profits. A female is often bred every time she comes into heat. When her poor little body can't take it any more, she is often clubbed in the head and tossed into a dumpster or an open ditch. Most puppy mills ship their pups to pet stores at wholesale prices and many pups die before they even get there.

These so-called "breeders" have now figured out that they can use the internet to ship a dog directly to the customer and thus make more money by cutting out the middleman. If you buy a dog from out of state, good luck getting your money back if there's something wrong with the pup. These people count on you becoming instantly attached to the poor little guy and being willing to spend hundreds or thousands of dollars at the vet to treat whatever is wrong with him.

Answer 2

All dogs are playful and bond well with their masters if raised in the right environment. Even starting out in a wrong environment they can be worked with and made into great pets/companions. No one breed of dog would be playful and bond well versus another breed. Each dog is different and their behaviors vary based on their upbringing. No two german sheperds are alike, except maybe in appearance. You could read everything there is to know about a Border Collie and the one you adopt might have very few of those traits you read about.

I've had pure bred and mixed bred dogs. I find the mixed bred dogs to be a better pet/companion animal. Plus adopting a mix breed dog from a shelter is always rewarding if you are willing to take the time and especially energy needed to help them through the bad behaviors their lack of proper care has created. Even adopting the finest pure bred from the most prestigious breeding will result in bad behaviors if the pet is not given the exercise, discipline and affection it needs to be a happy well adjusted dog.

Answer 3

I'm sorry, but you'll have to make your house adaptable for your dog. You cannot leave a new dog or puppy no matter what the age in a shed to live. It's not fair. If you want an outdoor dog, make sure it has bonded properly with you, has a thick coat that can be shaved down for summer and grown back for winter that likes the outdoors. Pay to have a dog run built, but it still must connect to the indoors for shelter and warmth. Look into that and the cost, and then start thinking about a dog. No matter what the size, you can't expect a dog to live in a shed, a cat can adapt to such places.. Look into a dog that suits you and your personalilty and needs. A dog needs lots of exercise, proper care, and money for vet bills. Do lots of research, Good luck!

Answer 4

I would have to say a Toy Fox Terrier...I do have one of these she is the best ive seen around as far as a smaller dog goes..She loves to run and play ...especially out doors loves to chase birds and rabbits...she hops just like one lol anyhow very very loyal to me...very protective of me ,,,as well a very easy dog to train to do just about anything...Not so well with small children ages 2-3 have to watch them pretty close but will adjust to it quickly...my dog follows me arond alot always goes where i go ..If your looking for a a best friend id pick a fox terrier...hope this helps some

Answer 5

A boxer, their one of the most playful breeds ever and their very loyal and protective although their not nasty. Their easy to train but strongly willed and their great companions.

Answer 6

I agree with Natalie!! There are plenty of dogs out their without homes that are inna shelter or humane society that have been through alot and who need adopting! Their are plenty of dogs out their and we dont need people breeding them for fun! Shelter /Humane Society dogs-I think- Are easier to love cuz the people who work their work with them! Or atleast my local one does!

Answer 7

Golden Retriever. There's no other dog like them

Answer 8

Labs, I am on my 3rd lab. They are loyal, protective, fun, loving, easily trainable, great dogs. They love the water, love to be with you.

Answer 9

Labs, Golden retrievers or Border collies.
But if you ask me....The four legged ones.....j/k

Answer 10

You should go to the shelter and adopt! The dog will realize what you've done for it and they will love you like no other.

TRUST ME!