What breed of dog do you own?

Question

Curious about personal experiences with different breeds. Good with kids, ease of training, grooming etc. Thanks for answering.

Answer 1

I own 4 dogs.
German shepherd easy to train, very intelligent and good with kids
Rottweiler easy to train, very intelligent and good with kids
2 Dachshunds easy and fun to be around would recommend a standard size for smaller kids they are a little sturdier..the minis are tiny and can be hurt easily by children.

Answer 2

I have a weimaraner. I don't know how she is with kids because I don't have any... but when we're at the park and small kids are around she seems very curious and wants to go play with them. The problem is she doesn't know her own strength and I'm afraid she would knock them over! As for training, not so simple either. We never took her to formal training, which could be the problem, but once we established her pack leaders (alpha male and female in the house) she was great. Grooming is not a problem as she has super short hair and barely sheds. She is a super sweet, super loyal dog and I would reccommend getting a weimaraner if you have the time and space (and patience) to play with a hyperactive, but great dog!

Answer 3

Currently own English Mastiffs. Very good temperment, very easy going, not easy to train as they are not the most intelligent.

Have in the past also owned the following:

Rottweiler: Highly intelligent, Very easily trained. Requires a firm owner and persistent socialization.

Dobermans: Highly intelligent. Very easily trained. Good with families.

Old English Sheepdog: Very stupid dog. Tough to train. Too much grooming at 2 hours per day. Good with kids.

Answer 4

I have a Tea Cup Poodle who is the most cuddly pup I have ever owned. I don't know about others who have them but mine has been very special to me for the past eight years. She is the best company and pet that I have ever owned other then a Chihuahua I had many years ago.
Grooming her is very easy but getting her clipped isn't easy as dog groomers each have their special ways of thinking how a dog should be groomed. I love it when she is groomed to look like what I call a little Lion.

Answer 5

I have a Shih Tzu/toy poodle mix (had his sister too until she passed) and he doesn't like kids (or anyone coming into his range of sight) very well, but she was so sweet that she NEVER bit anything. Grooming is a MUST, during the summer we keep their hair cut short, but in the winter it gets brushed and fixed . . .
I also have a german shepard (found abandoned in a box on the side of the road with his two sisters, who were given to good homes, so I am not really sure if he is a purebread or not) and he loves kids, but he is still a puppy so he doesn't know when too much is too much.

Answer 6

We have a Saint Bernard, a Bull Massive then we have a border collie/Aussie cross.
I am on the lookout for a pure Australian Shepard, but have not found a puppy I want for life yet.
Our bull massive is HUGE but is a big baby! I have had Australian Shepard's the most. If one does not have time for one of these it is not recommended to own one. Very smart, good with kids, but sometimes to smart and take as much time as a child.
The saint Bernard we have seams to be very good with our youngest (10 year old) however he leans on people and if you are not paying attention can knock you over lol! He "hugs" you.
My three boys grew up with a Australian Shepherd (she passed on several years ago now).
Good luck on your choice. Try and taking your which ever breed to puppy school.
Have you ever thought to get a older dog who has already been trained? Already loves kids? Puppy's are cute however they do take a lot of work.

Answer 7

Lobo is a black shihpoo (shih tzu toy poodle mix). I chose the mix specifically for certain qualities from both breeds, but Lobo's personality is definitely more like that of a poodle. He is very energetic (although very lazy too at times). Actually, he is the perfect blend of both breeds on appearance, and he's pretty big (17 pounds thanks to mom!). Plus he has a shorter snout and wavy hair - not curly or straight. Lobo is a biter...he likes to play but playbites a bit too much sometimes. He's really funny sometimes, he has a great personality that makes you laugh. He also burps a lot o.O

Answer 8

I have a dane a pom and a english staffy all are great with my son aged 7 and trained very easy , all are easy grooming the dane eats a lot while growing but about the same as a lab now

Answer 9

5 chis
short hair so easy to groom
I have a 9 and 11 year old. The 11 year old took one of the younger chis to an obedience show and placed pretty well.
The oldest chi (6 years) spends time with the 9 year old (she was 3 when he was born). This chi also loves to learn tricks and is one of the smartest dogs I've ever met.
I love the breed so much I couldn't just get one. 2 of my females are my shadows.

Answer 10

well i have chihuahua...named skywalker, and i read up this article before i got him, and it is VERY accurate.

Chihuahua (AKC Toy Group)
Height: 6 to 9 inches. Size: Very Small.
Weight: 2 to 6 pounds. Availability: Very popular.
History:
The world's tiniest dog is named after the Mexican state of Chihuahua whence he was brought to the rest of the world by travelers. This breed is believed to have been sacred to the Pre-Columbian Indian nations, and may be the oldest breed native to North America. The most valued dogs weigh under 2-1/4 lbs. Some can even stand on all fours in a person's palm! There is a long-haired variety, judged separately, but essentially the same except for the coat. The Chihuahua is a popular, economical companion dog.

Description:
A tiny dog with an apple-shaped head and short, pointed muzzle. Round, large, very dark eyes, sometimes a dark ruby or luminous color. The trademark large ears should be held erect. Puppies have a soft spot or "molera" on top of the skull; bone usually closes the gap by adulthood. The body is cobby (stout), longer than tall, and the tail is sickle shaped, curved over the back or to the side. Besides the common short-haired variety there is also a rare long-haired type. Colors include fawn, sand, chestnut, silver and steel blues, but any color is acceptable, including black-and-tan and parti-color. The dog is more robust than he looks, with a level back and legs coming down straight and square.

Notes:
May snap at teasing children; after all, since he is too tiny to get away, the Chihuahua must resort to his sharp teeth in self defense. Hates the cold and may shiver; will tolerate and even appreciate a warm sweater on cooler days. Can be noisy. Needs exercise--don't think that because he's small he should be confined to a small space. May require patience to housebreak; many owners simply paper-train this breed. Because of his short nose, the Chihuahua tends to wheeze and snore. His prominent eyes are susceptible to corneal dryness and secondary glaucoma. Be on the alert for slipped stifle, gum problems, colds, stress, and rheumatism. Don't let him lick or eat toxic products, fertilizer or chocolate! Feed lightly as he is prone to weight gain. Chihuahua puppies are born with large heads, frequently necessitating Cesarean deliveries by a skilled veterinarian. Be sure to socialize this breed as a pup to avoid excessive aggressiveness with other dogs. (Chihuahuas generally recognize their own breed, but sometimes disapprove of other breeds.)

Personality:
Good companion dog, bold and saucy. Swift moving to avoid being stepped on. Strong-willed and intensely loyal. Gives and demands affection. Intelligent. Fiercely protective of his person and his turf. Responds enthusiastically to proper, gentle (positive reinforcement) training. Usually welcomes the company of another dog.

Behavior:
Children: Not recommended for children.
Friendliness: Moderately protective.
Trainability: Slightly difficult to train.
Independence: Needs people a lot.
Dominance: Low.
Other Pets: Good with other pets if raised with them from puppyhood.
Combativeness: Tends to be fairly dog-aggressive.
Noise: Likes to bark.


Grooming and Physical Needs:
Grooming: Very little grooming needed.
Trimming & Stripping: No trimming or stripping needed.
Coat: Short coat.
Shedding: Average shedder.
Exercise: Little exercise needed.
Jogging: A poor jogging companion.
Indoors: Fairly active indoors.
Apartments: Good for apartment living.
Outdoor Space: Does all right without a yard.
Climate: Does well in most climates.
Owner: Good for novice owners.
Longevity: Long (15 or more years)..

Talents:
watchdog.

you can go to
http://us.eukanuba.com/eukanuba/en_US/jsp/Euk_Page.jsp?pageID=BL

for a complete list of dog breeds and accurate descriptions and personalities

good luck:)