Is there such thing as a small dog that doesn't shed, doesn't smell as bad as some other dogs, doesn't have too many health problems and is still cute? I'm thinking I might want to get a dog...it would be nice if you guys gave me a link to see a picture of one! thanks!
2006-07-13 15:51:34 · 20 answers · asked by SwImMeR 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Below are links to dog breed selectors. You answer some questions about your lifestyle, what size dog you want, and if you want it to shed and it tells you what breed of dog will do the best with you. They give pictures too. Try them all because they may give slightly different breeds and ask slightly different questions.
http://selectsmart.com/DOG/
http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/search.htm
http://www.showdog.com/Breeds/breedselector.aspx http://www.purinaone.com/dogcare_breed_selector.asp
2006-07-13 16:21:26 · answer #1 · answered by Lauren 3 · 7⤊ 3⤋
All dogs are going to shed some what. A Bishon Frise is a good type to Bichon Frise Breed Standard
Non-Sporting Group
General Appearance
The Bichon Frise is a small, sturdy, white powder puff of a dog whose merry temperament is evidenced by his plumed tail carried jauntily over the back and his dark-eyed inquisitive expression.
This is a breed that has no gross or incapacitating exaggerations and therefore there is no inherent reason for lack of balance or unsound movement.
Any deviation from the ideal described in the standard should be penalized to the extent of the deviation. Structural faults common to all breeds are as undesirable in the Bichon Frise as in any other breed, even though such faults may not be specifically mentioned in the standard.
Size, Proportion, Substance
Size Dogs and bitches 9½ to 11½ inches are to be given primary preference. Only where the comparative superiority of a specimen outside this range clearly justifies it should greater latitude be taken. In no case, however, should this latitude ever extend over 12 inches or under 9 inches. The minimum limits do not apply to puppies. Proportion--The body from the forward-most point of the chest to the point of rump is ¼ longer than the height at the withers. The body from the withers to lowest point of chest represents ½ the distance from withers to ground. Substance--Compact and of medium bone throughout; neither coarse nor fine.
have, and cute.
2006-07-13 16:03:37 · answer #2 · answered by wiazardofoz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've had a couple of poodles they don't shed and only 1 of my 3 had health problems and that wasn't until he was 6 yrs old. They also don't smell as long as you use common since and don't just leave it outside or in a cage all the time also bathe regularly. But they can become one person dogs one of my toy poodles hated my husband and a friend of mine and would bite if they came any where near him.
All but 1 of mine was smart and learned easily. The 1 that wasn't smart suffered separation anxiety we think he actually came from a puppy mill. (my mom got him for me as a gift one year but she only seen 1 picture of him and never met the owners they had a friend of there's meet my mom).
Hope this helps a little as far as poodles go. But whatever you decide on you should look up some information on them first either on the Internet or in a book.
Good Luck
2006-07-14 15:07:53 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A puggle is small cute and sheds, but not as much as others... Beagles are adorable, as well as Jack Russells and both do not have shedding issues. You can also go down the road of a Pom and keep its hair shaved, making it look lion like... but - If I had a Pom - I would never shave its hair...
Go Pug/Puggle, Beagle or Jack Russell... all adorable and all pretty shed clean... and of course non smelly... You should check Petfinder.com for images and all kinds f mixes... when you find a dog-type you think you like... go and do a check on that kind of dog and see if it fits with your rules... Above all - a dog is a life-long responsibility... so choose wise and choose basically for the nect 15 years...
2006-07-13 15:58:49 · answer #4 · answered by bennyinny 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you want a 'non-shedding' dog, get a Poodle. Any of the 'Poos' or 'oodles' (crossbreeds) have a 50/50 chance of shedding. The worst shedder I have ever seen was a Poodle cross.
2006-07-14 06:16:55 · answer #5 · answered by whpptwmn 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Native American Indian Dog (NAID) sheds only once a year in the spring time and the dog is hypoallerginic and has no dog smell to it.
2006-07-13 15:57:41 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a white schnauzer that I am crazy about. Toby is 2 years old, weighs 20 pounds (he's big for his breed) and doesn't shed. You can find out about white schnauzers at the link below.
2006-07-13 15:57:23 · answer #7 · answered by Diane D 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cavoodles. They are exactly what you are looking for. Little (not tooooo little), dont shed, good temperaments, cute as hell! They are a cross between a King Charles Cavalier Spaniel & a Miniture Poodle. Look at them here : http://www.freedomkennels.com.au/photopage/cavoodles.htm
Aussie site but i am pretty sure they are available world wide?
2006-07-13 15:55:56 · answer #8 · answered by Dasher 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Miniature Schnauzers shed the least, followed by the Poodle. Any pet will smell if you don't bathe and groom it properly.
2006-07-13 15:59:53 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Poodles, Shitzu's and maltese don't shed. Schnauzers are also a good breed. As long as they are bathed on a regular basis and their hair is kept brushed you will have a long happy life with any of them.
2006-07-13 15:58:12 · answer #10 · answered by jeannieduck 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nope there's no such dog. That's like having a dog who doesn't poop.
2006-07-13 15:56:23 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋