Just wondering how many folks here who actually own a dog, checked into the breed that they own BEFORE they got it?
It's life span
It's known to have conditions
It's standards
It's care
etc
etc
How many folks actually took the time to learn something "all they could" about the dog they now own?
I KNOW I DID.
2006-08-07 13:40:00 · 25 answers · asked by renee_riley1 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
duh... just because you got another doesn't mean you did any research at all.
2006-08-07 13:45:01 · update #1
I have a Shetland Sheepdog. I bought several books and spoke with several owners before ever making my purchase. He is lovely and kind.
2006-08-07 13:44:08 · answer #1 · answered by wag35 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I did I read several books before I got her, even with what I read I wanted this dog. According to books we were definetly not a match. I never wanted this breed of dog, the reason I got her is because I fell in love with her as soon as she was born, we had a connection. I have done this my whole life. If I for some reason want the dog/cat then it is because I already feel compatable with it. Still don't care for the breed but I know I love my baby soooooooooo muuuuuuuuuuuchhhhh. We had a connection, and everyone will tell you now that we had a connection. She goes with me everywhere, and she is a genius and she listens very well, so her hyperness isn't a problem. She is a Boston Terrier and you can see her here
http://dogster.com/pet_page.php?i=338728
But I have read almost everything I could in 6 weeks about the breed.
2006-08-07 21:07:01 · answer #2 · answered by halfpint 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My mom and I did when we brought home out first black lab. Then we bred her and had puppies =) and kept the chocolate lab. Then the black died and we got a yellow for the chocolate to play with and then the chocolate died and then suddenly this year the poor yellow died from a rare and fatal disease called ITP.
I know we did a lot of research and decided on the English labs b/c of how friendly they are and protective, loving, playful and good with children. I think that it is so important to learn as much as you can so you know how to train that dog, what it likes, how it will behave and any possible risks. I think too many people don't do this and things can happen that may have been avoided with a little - or a lot of awareness. We were always able to understand what they were going through - it brought us closer to them. It is important - our two first dogs lived to 15 and 14 and Molly, the yellow passed away at 7 - we miss her dearly - there was nothing we could have done that we did not do. She got sick on a Friday and by Tuesday she died at the vet - she was staying there to be treated. Poor baby.
It is so important though - need to know all of those things that you mentioned to give that dog the best life you can.
2006-08-07 20:51:03 · answer #3 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes there were about 3 breeds that I liked at the time I was going to get a dog. I then nailed it down to 2 and then 1 that was the one I thought would have been the best breed for me and my family. You should always cheek out and have the right information before getting any pet
2006-08-07 20:51:02 · answer #4 · answered by Mrs Magoo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't have a dog, but got a cat. I definitely checked into the breed and found out all I could before -
a. Choosing a breed
b. Buying a breed
2006-08-07 20:44:23 · answer #5 · answered by 'Barn 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of course we did. A lot more owners are more responsible than you might think. Anyway, it's pretty easy just to google or Y! search whatever breed it is you're thinking about. AKC has a great website for this kind of thing. I actually was thinking of buying an Irish Setter, and when I checked them out, decided I'd rather have an English Setter instead, as they're a lot more level headed.
2006-08-07 20:49:37 · answer #6 · answered by tonya_momma 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My parents thought that our (at the time she was a 1 year old) Jack Russell mix was just too cute and arranged to take her home. They had nooo clue about the JR breed. But she's been a good dog for the last 16 years.
Mom says Dad was the one who oohhed and aaawwed over her. Mom was the one who said we were going to wait 6 months before getting another dog after the last one died. I think they were both SUCKERS!!!!
2006-08-07 20:46:35 · answer #7 · answered by Firefly 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, I didn't and it was the biggest mistake. Owell live and learn. I spent 400 dollars on a Jack Russel Terrier. I lived in a town home at the time and needless to say it was impossible. Everything I learned after the fact taught me that we were just totally incompatible. Terriers need a yard, are not good alone, and are not good with small children. I eventually had to get rid of mine not even a year after I got her. It was heart breaking but I was happy she found a good home.
2006-08-07 20:48:15 · answer #8 · answered by magdalen 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I did too.
It's crucial to know the characteristics of your breed of dog.
All puppies start out cute and fluffy. But different breeds of dogs can be very different sizes and vary in temperment greatly.
My English Cocker Spaniel/ Bichon Frise mix is great. He has that adorable Cocker look, but because of the Bichon in him he does not shed.
Way to go for doing so much research, You made sure you and your pet can be happy together for many years.
2006-08-07 20:46:38 · answer #9 · answered by GoFlamesGo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I did. I knew what I wanted in a dog, so I researched until I found the closest match. I decided on Chihuahuas and am very happy with them. It's an odd question though...seems like you're mad about something!
2006-08-07 20:46:51 · answer #10 · answered by Cc 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
we just got a beagle pup and I have two kids so I looked into the breed before getting one I needed a dog that is willing to deal with small kids
I looked into if he would be happy at our home took yard size into consideration
I got one that will grow with the kids and hopefully be around when the kids go off to college or at least until they are old enough to understand
2006-08-07 20:55:11 · answer #11 · answered by unhappyinin 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋