who can tell me what is the best kind of puppy to get?

Question

i have been looking at a lot of different kinds of puppies and i would like some advice to which is the best

Answer 1

Visit your local shelter and adopt a dog. Your giving a loving animal a home and usually all the training is already done. They will usually be able to tell you a little about each dog (temperament, good with kids or cats or other dogs, etc.) so that you can make your decision. Plus adopting is a lot cheaper then buying a puppy. If you feel you must get a puppy please, please DO NOT buy from a puppy mill and that includes pet stores but look for a reputable, responsible breeder. Do some research. If you have really big heart adopt a senior dog. They can be wonderfull, loving companions for many more years. As for a breed, there are so many variables to be able to answer that. Reseach different breeds and see which one would best fit with your lifestyle. The very best breed is usually a mutt. Adopt adopt adopt.

Answer 2

Really depends on your situation. Check out the site below to help you pick a type of dog but before you buy the type that best fits your lifestyle be sure you:

1. Don't buy at a pet store those puppy mills puppies are always trouble.
2. Consider a rescue dog of the type you like (you can find rescues in your area by searching in yahoo with the breed name your city and the word Rescue.

Answer 3

Definetly depends on your lifestyle and desires.

I really do recomend starting with a rescued dog or pup. You could go to petfinder.com. there you can do a localized search of adoptable pets. If you choose one(more), take the time to look up it's breed(s) on the internet. You should beable to findout a lot about tempermants and needs. Also, the adoption agency should be able to tell you quite a bit about that pet. Make sure you visit the pet first.

Another option, volunteer as Foster Parent for pets at a local animal shelter. 1) You would get to learn a little more about what works for you. 2) You'd be helping a pet in need 3)You may eventually come upon one that you want to adopt.

Answer 4

If you have the time and the money, a german shepard is the best guard dog, companion, friend, confidant and overal family member to have. He is intelligent around babies, overprotective of his caretaker and is a great personality to unfold. But he will need so much attention, walking, feeding, grooming, yearly visits to the doggie man. German shepards are super intelligent and will soak up feelings like a sponge. They know what you need before you do. They are overly expressive but not intrussive.

If you don't have the time or money to spend, get a little dog like a chihuahua. They are virtually independant. They are alpha dogs which mean if you let them rule, they will. They need a strong hand and guidence. But are very lovable and hugable. They are low maintenance as far as picking up the pooper stuff and for baths. They last longer than a larger dog because they are so compact so they don't suffer old age as the big beasties do. aawww...some ger arthritis you know.

If you are looking for other different species, check out www.nextdaypets.com their variety is awesomely big and fantastically informative.

Good luck!

Answer 5

I recommend that you go to AKC.org and do a little research. You may not be looking for a pure bred dog but you will however be able to determine the kind of temperment and behavioral characteristics that different breds demonstrate. From that you should be able to determine what personality of dog will suit your lifestyle. The local animal shelter is always a good place to start. Good luck!

Answer 6

They all grow big, so i would look for a great long term dog :)

i have 2 boxers, and they are wonderful

and really cute as a puppy, and amazingly smart :D

for instance: He pooped in a room (all puppies do that) and a babysitter was over at the house, and scolded the dog and whacked him :(. So my dog came and crapped and urinated in his shoes and socks.... The babysitter put on his socks and shoes. LMAO LMAO LMAO LMAO then noticed :D

Answer 7

Depends what you are looking for. Do you want a larger or smaller breed dog? Do you want one with some grooming requirements or none? Do you want a dog that is athletic or one more prone to be a lap dog?

Its all about the lifestyle you lead as to which dog might be best for you.

Answer 8

It depends on your lifestyle and personality. For example I have a Jack Russell Terrier. They don't do well with kids and have a lot of energy therefore they would not do well in a home with kids or with a person who does not want to walk them a lot. It really depends on your family and lifestyle.

Answer 9

I have a mix between a beagle and a poodle, it sounds weird, but it's adorable. She doesn't shed much at all or chew up furniture. She is sweet and lovable and a good family dog.

Answer 10

Each dog is unique to themselves, so every dog is the best dog to get.

This might give you some options to research:

http://www.petnet.com.au/selectapet/dogselectapet.html