2006-08-04 05:02:53 · 35 answers · asked by jasmina f 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
A beagle. They're lovable, cute, affectionate, and easy to train. I'm single, and I have TWO beagles...and I wouldn't trade them for the world.!
2006-08-04 05:07:02 · answer #1 · answered by comitern9 2 · 3⤊ 1⤋
You need to answer several questions first.
#1 How much time/activity can you give the dog?
#2 Space- how much room do you have. A one-room apartment that allows dogs is vastly different then a three bedroom home with a yard.
#3 Why do you want a dog? Protection, exercise buddy, friend/companion?
#4 Personality? Each breed caries certain "general traits" that differ.
A Springer tends to be hyper and VERY active. A bad dog for a small apartment.
A German Shepard tends to focus on a person and property as "theirs." So friends coming over can upset him/her and visa-versa. Not a good dog if you run a daycare...smile. (Actually no new dog/or any dog is good for a daycare. And both of mine are certified Therapy dogs.)
A Golden Retriver wants to always be near or in the same room with you, constantly.
A good resource is the American Kennel Club site, it gives general personality guidlines as to breeds, just remember these are general traits.
Likewise each breed caries problems from breeding. Shepards and many others- hip displasia, Goldens shed, skin conditions. Certain breeds bark a bit more than others, or are overly energetic.
Those are general guidlines. Each dog is unique, the key is how much time you put into the dog.
Always I suggest using a good reputiable trainer to work with you both. I can train virtually any dog to do virtually anything within twenty minutes or so- but the owner can take days/weeks...
Dogs can be a great companion/friend, if you choose the breed specifically as they were "designed" to fit your lifestyle and personality- as well as your own environment. But the key is teaching them and spending the time to make them a "good dog."
Likewise- a "mutt" is/can be a great dog. Mutts tend to have less of the problems inbred with purebreds, also they tend to be healthier and smarter, again as a "general rule".
So my personal favorite is Golden Retrivers. I'm a master level trainer, love my Goldens but they are not for everyone. It depends on the time you take, your paitence and his/her training that you participate in.
Answering the above questions will define the breed/dog for you.
Hope it helps.
2006-08-04 06:06:22 · answer #2 · answered by William B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you want a large dog I would get a German Shepherd, or a Doberman. They are both very sweet dogs but will protect you instinctly with their lives. Getting either one should be done only after lots of research into the blood lines and the breeders. Shepherds are prone to hip dysplasia, and dobermans are prone to cancer and non cancerous growths. Any breed pretty much comes with it's own set of health problems inheritantly so don't let these scare you off. I've always had a white shepherd. My last one lived to be 16. The one I have now is 8 and very healthy. He's also a therapy dog. While he visits the old and sick and is very gentle he also protects me at all times. He's awesome!!!!!
2006-08-04 05:09:32 · answer #3 · answered by k9resq 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you want a small dog, go for a Maltese (the little white puff-balls). They're cute, affectionate, and don't cost a lot to feed. If you want an intermediate-sized dog, Basset Hounds are great because they're lovable and mellow. If you want a big dog, you can't beat a Labrador. Very smart, usually mellow, they don't shed much (if at all), and very loyal.
2006-08-04 05:10:17 · answer #4 · answered by sarge927 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on how much time you have to train the dog.
Some take much more time than others.
Dobermans are great dogs but you have to train with them or they will take over the house.
Many terriers are hard headed and take lots of tarining time.
Labs are easier and more willing to please.
Be sure you are ready for the grooming requirements of the breed and how much they shed too.
Check out how much exercise they need and how active they are.
Look at www.akc.org to see what breed you like and how they will fit into your lifestyle
2006-08-04 05:10:06 · answer #5 · answered by tlctreecare 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a big cuddly dog like a Newfoundland or a Great Dane. St. Bernards are also cool. If you like small dogs, bulldogs are great. Large poodles are very nice dogs, but the toy variety can be mean, so if you get one choose well. Mutts can be great as well! Best of luck with your doggy!
2006-08-04 05:08:42 · answer #6 · answered by DJ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think a good dog breed is a golden retriever, a Pomeranian, a chawawa, a poodle, a yellow lab, or a German Shepard.
2006-08-04 05:12:15 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A Yellow Lab
2006-08-04 05:07:04 · answer #8 · answered by judyblue_pa 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It all depends on what size you want
Small: Toy Poodle or Dachshund
Medium: bull dog or border collie
Large: Lab or Golden Retriever
2006-08-04 05:16:00 · answer #9 · answered by Natalie Rose 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Do a search for them on yahoo images and you will see why.
DONT get a beagel unless you dont want to get any sleep, they will do that annoying hound all the time.
2006-08-04 05:08:47 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Terriers are small and don't shed (Can't remeber the specific type but they look like they have a mustache).
If you want it as a method for guys to come up and talk to you....Labs, retreivers, etc, as they are big dogs, but very freindly.
2006-08-04 05:09:11 · answer #11 · answered by Greg Hegler 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋