Im thinking of buying a dog for a few months now, but im not sure what breed. I dont want a small dog cos ive got a Maltese. I was thinking of geting a boxer or labrador. I dont want a dog that has long fur and sheds often. It can be medium sized.
2006-07-27 03:29:35 · 21 answers · asked by I like Your hairspray 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
English bulldogs are a great mid sized dog. You wont step on them and they are not too big . they have a great layed back personality too
2006-07-28 01:10:37 · answer #1 · answered by Britness 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
boxers can be a bit high strung and so can labs for that matter. i have a lab pup who is about 6 months old and he is already 67 pounds. now, he will be well over 100 pounds, but we knew that from the breeder.
i recommend you buy some puppy books and check out various breeds and what might be right for you.
even though i LOVE labs, they may be the right way for you, but maybe not. i know my boy doesn't realize how big he is sometimes with smaller dogs. we've worked with him, so now, when he's around a smaller dog he lays down and lets them jump on him, but it takes A LOT of time and patience for that to work.
plus, remember that the bigger dog you get the more walks he/she will need and exercise. my pup gets 2-3 walks a day. the morning is usually about 1/4 mile before work and after work is about 1-2 miles.
also, think about your living conditions. can your house support a bigger dog?? do you have the space?? will your dog need a big yard or is it o.k. in the house most of the time.
i'm not trying to discourage you, but these are all things i've learned by getting our pup. luckily, he is a great fit for us, but if we didn't have time for him he would be in sad shape.
bigger dogs need a different kind of attention than small dogs.
as for the shedding issue....well, good luck!
take care.
2006-07-27 03:43:13 · answer #2 · answered by joey322 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would def recommend getting a boxer....we have a 6 mo. old boxer boy and he is the most awesome dog my boyfriend or I have had in our lives. They are sweet, super funny, affectionate, cuddly, and they are also very loyal and will make good watch dogs. They arnt aggressive, or mean by nature and are great with children and other animals provided they have been properly socialized. They do need to be taught at a young age not to jump (boxers love to jump up, and run). They dont have long fur, but they do shed, however it is minimal. They are truly a blast..we are actually looking into getting another boxer from a rescue group here in chicago...we are totally addicted to them now. You wont be disapointed with a boxer he will remind you every time you look at him that he was the right choice.
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2006-07-27 03:39:19 · answer #3 · answered by laura b 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In my revel in, the puppy breeds that are the least more likely to broaden human aggression problems are the Pug, Beagle, English Bulldog, and Boston Terrier. I have not particularly obvious an instance of any of the ones breeds that I could say had a significant aggression trouble, despite the fact that I have met various anxious Beagles. Well-bred Labrador Retrievers, Golden Retrievers, Pit Bulls, and Greyhounds could be proper up there as good. On the opposite hand are the breeds that are without doubt to be competitive. I have not ever had a first-class revel in with a Yorkie. In truth, of the 50 or so Yorkies that I have encountered, I could say all 50 had a few kind of aggression trouble. Chow Chows, Akitas, and Chihuahuas are proper up there as good. But, I could say that probably the most competitive puppy breeds are the more than a few breeds of Terrier from Scotland, the Scottish Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, Cairn Terrier, Dandie Dinmont Terrier, and Skye Terrier. Scotties and Westies in unique are very bitey puppies.
2016-08-28 17:06:07 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Both of those breeds are great dogs. Boxers have a tendency to be hyper when young, but they usually settle down. As far as shedding they both shed. My lab sheds a great deal this time of year. It's not long hair but it's a lot, but I love her and deal with it. Good luck!!
2006-07-27 03:37:55 · answer #5 · answered by chi chi 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi there!!
You haven't mentioned if you have any family or children under 10 living with you. If you do, you may want to get a more adjusting breed like the Swedish Valhund cos they are good with kids and they absolutely love their families and their home.
Labs and Retrievers are great too, but as they are bigger dogs, you may want to think abt it only if you have a big house.
2006-07-27 03:36:59 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's really according to how active you are. Certain dogs require a lot of activity. Labs are wonderful pets, so are huskies, both are very active dogs. It also depends on if you have kids cause some dogs don't like kids. I had a dalmatian once that hated kids, so he was out of here!
2006-07-27 03:37:42 · answer #7 · answered by bama chick 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I like chocolate labs alot, but I also know they shed...a lot. I suggest something like a German Short-haired Pointer. They're adorable and don't shed that much. Or maybe a doberman.
2006-07-27 03:40:25 · answer #8 · answered by wolfgirl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
rottweiler, meduim size big a bulky doesnt have long fur, doesnt shed after often, but sheds alot when a puppy to lose the puuppy fur
2006-07-27 03:33:35 · answer #9 · answered by B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A labador is good, if you like a friendlyl dog to cuddle. Though they can get excited some times.
2006-07-27 03:33:52 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋