2006-07-21 06:57:20 · 24 answers · asked by patches_winnetts 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Boston Terriers get along with eveybody! whether it be human family or other animals.. They are easily trained, patient and forgiving..They are always good sports, and up for any activity.
They remain cute and clownish all thier lives.
2006-07-21 07:32:40 · answer #1 · answered by Chetco 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Lab would be #1 choice if you have the space for a big dog. They are great family dogs and very protective of their childrenand other pets. Lab puppies are a handful and since you have a baby now , I would suggest a 2yr or older, otherwise you will be end up with 2 babies that require a lot of care and attention. Please check with local shelters first. there are so many pets that need loving homes. Take the children( baby also) with you to see how the dog responds regardless of which breed you choose. Good Luck
2006-07-21 14:34:35 · answer #2 · answered by jreppond55 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You definitely need to wait until the baby is a little older.
Two things:
You want a dog with a high pain tolerance (kids will pull and yank on the dog), so small dogs like Lhasas or Shih Tzu would not be good. Small dogs can be more quick to bite children for two reasons: they are more likely to bite out of fear because of their size, and they less likely to be taken to obedience training. People assume that small dogs don't need training because of their size.
You also want a very mellow dog, so you DON'T want a lab puppy!! I would suggest getting an older lab (2 or 3) from a rescue or your local shelter.
I have a rottweiler, so that would be my personal preference. A lot of people don't like the idea of a dominating dog, but all breeds can be like that - which is why all people need to train their dogs.
2006-07-21 14:25:23 · answer #3 · answered by shernicemorrison 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First wait until the baby is at least 3. The rate of dogs that attack kids is much higher from dogs (and even puppies raised with the babies) than a dog that was with the family before the baby came. If you have to gave one now then call a local vet. They are after all experts in that area and can advise you of the exact breed that will be right for your family and lifestyle.
2006-07-21 14:03:47 · answer #4 · answered by JL's Mom 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Collies and labs are good if you are looking for a large dog. Goldens are also very good but they can have alot of energy. I would stay away from dogs such as greyhounds as they may attack a cat not to be evil just because that is what they are bred to do. I would also get an older dog around probally older than 3 so it will be more mature and you won't have to worry as much about housetraining and chewing, because if you already have baby you don't need a puppy too!! Where ever you go to get the dog (Iwould recommend a shelter) be sure to tell them what you want and don't want in a dog and they shoukd be able to help you.
2006-07-21 14:02:56 · answer #5 · answered by Jemma 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No big dogs really because they are not best best with a baby and that goes for labs too. Also stick to not so hyper breeds. Like a mix of something you want and then a non-hyper breed so it woudn't hurt the baby or cats. You also have to stay away from hunting breeds or your cats wouldn't be safe.
2006-07-21 14:03:11 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to your local animal shelter and ask them this same question. They will be able to show you dogs that have the temperment you're looking for. Many shelters have a lot of dogs that lived in homes just like yours already, and when the owners come in to surrender the dog (not always for behavior issues, often because they are moving, can't afford to care for the dog, just get sick of the dog, etc...) they often say a little about the dog, how he does around kids, if he's ever been around cats, that sort of thing.
I have a black and than coonhound who just has the most amazing temperment. He's gentle, mellow, sweet, loves affection but doesn't demand it, is a couch-potato, easy to groom and care for and is awesome around kids. I've heard that coonhounds can be a problem with cats, but we have two cats as well and he's great with them too. They have more of a problem with him than he does with them. I think he just sees them as fellow pack-members and thus not prey. He's a hunting dog naturally, but the cats don't seem to set off his prey drive because he sees me loving on them and holding them.
But dogs are individuals. At the animal shelter or rescue group, they've been around the dog for a while and have seen how it behaves in different situations and can talk to you about which dog would be best for your situation.
2006-07-21 14:43:22 · answer #7 · answered by tenzo0 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a golden retriever, 2 cats, a 7 year old, a 9 year old and a 7 month old baby. Our retriever is 2 years old and is fabulous with everyone in the family. She is patient with my hyper son and allows him to bully and push and climb on her. she loves my older son and loves being patted and hugged and loved. She knows her place with the baby and only goes near her if i am there to supervise. She is very gentle with the baby and just sniffs her a little and maybe licks her hand if i allow her to.
The idea that big dogs are bad for kids is ridiculous. Big dogs do very well because they are not afraid of being hurts. Little dogs will snap at a child who is pulling his fur or tail... I big dog just thinks that this little human wants to play with me.
Golden Retrievers are wonderful. Remember any dog, big or small needs to be supervised around kids of any age.
Oh yeah, the cats... the cats just stay away from her because she used to bark at them when she was a puppy. They are fine with her in the house as long as she keeps to herself.
2006-07-21 14:17:33 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Great Pyrenees are great with kids and cats. We have one and he was raised in a home that bred cats. We have 4 kids ages 2-12 and he is extremely patient-even with the high strung 2 year old that thinks he is a play toy. We got him when the 2 year old was only 1 and has been great with my nephew since he was born too. They are very big, though. So they need space.
2006-07-21 19:51:09 · answer #9 · answered by avonez 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on what type of dog you want.
A small, medium or large type.
a small one dashhounds are wonderful.
medium dog a collie is great.
large, labs or gentle.
Try checking out a dog book at the library
and read on the breeds and than see which
one you'd like. Dogs make great pets.
2006-07-21 14:03:42 · answer #10 · answered by tychi 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would suggest a Lab or a Mastiff for temperament, but all individual dogs are different, so choose your puppy carefully.
But supervise any dog with the cats until you are POSITIVE there will be no chasing. And never leave a child unsupervised with any dog.
2006-07-21 13:59:25 · answer #11 · answered by drumrchick 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋