I am trying to think of a medium size dog any ideas?

Question

That is good around kids,other dogs,people.That is smart and well mannered.prefer no long hair dogs.

A dog that is able to walk alot.I might want to train it to be seizure alert dog(service dog)

I need a dog that is good around a lot of people.Good in public.

I prefer a dog that is 20-35 pounds.that can travel in a car easily.

I AM LOOKING FOR A DOG THAT CAN BE TRAINED AS A SERVICE DOG BUT NOT A BIG DOG LABS ARE TO BIG FOR WHAT I WANT!!

Answer 1

a beagle!
because they are the cutest things in the world. i suggest you adopt one from a shelter.

Answer 2

Go to the Humane Society. Then you will be able to assess individual dogs versus a breed. Many people give up dogs that have the qualities you are looking for, but have to give them up because they move. Think about it, if a dog was living with an older woman and she has to be moved into a nursing home and her kids don't want to be bothered with the dog, it very well may end up at the Humane Society. That would be a calm dog! Keep going until you find the right dog. When you see the right one, you will know. Then, how you well you train the dog will determine the outcome. You would need to be seriously committed to putting in the effort and time to train your dog to ultimately get the well trained and socialized dog you are looking for. There is no magic dog. Nintendogs aren't real-haha! Best of luck in your search!!!

Answer 3

You seem to want a great dog but not necessarily for breeding or for a show. My suggestion is to adopt a dog from the animal shelter. They only have a short time (usually about 5 days) after arriving there before they are put to sleep. You can tell from the different dogs which is lovable and interested in you. The cost is minimal and mixed breed dogs usually require less vet care as they are very hardy. Just think. . . you will have saved the life of one of the least fortunate creatures among us.

Answer 4

Medium size dog? That eliminates Border Collies and Labs...lol 2 of the best dogs for what your wanting to do.

I have a wonderful Jack Russell terrier and he is smart and trainable. He's good with kids and cats. He weighs about 20 lbs and loves to travel and walk. He'll actually bring you his leash and walk himself with leash in mouth out to the car for a ride. He has a wonderful personality. Very busy and very affectionate.

If you were to go with something bigger I'd recommend a Border Collie or Walker Hound.

Answer 5

I like:
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers (they are a nice medium size dog, good around kids and don't have very long hair)

Just remember most short haired dogs shed LOTS. My small labX sheds like crazy, but my little Shih-tzus lose very little hair.
You've got 2 choices: put up with tons of shedding or else get a long haired dog and keep them clipped short and spend $$$ on grooming at least 3 or 4X a year.

Answer 6

Beagle. The world would be a better place if everyone who had a killing machine dog, aka pit fighting, pit bull would have a beagle instead. When is the last time you heard of some kid getting his face bit off by a beagle? Snoopy don't do like that, no no.

Answer 7

Sounds like you need either a Pekingnese (real cute) My Grandmother had one and it was her watchdog! The dogs name was Lady!
Another dog but smaller than a Pekingnese
is a Chiawauha. these make good watch dogs
cause they are so Yappy. You can train dogs
with pet treats. I know some people that give there dog cat treats cat Temptations, there's nothing wrong in doing that. Cat food is more nutritous than dog food and dog treats but don't force your dog to live on just cat food and cat treats cause there is some stuff in dog food that
isn't in cat food that your dog needs!

Answer 8

Border Collie they are the smartest...easiest trained most agile fun loving and most loyal dog there is.

I just lost mine recently a very very sad day, but once I get over losing her I will be looking for another one.

In saying all that go for the one that you feel an empathy with.

One other piece of advise which has always worked for me when you go look for the type of dog that you want ..let the dog pick you ..in other words if you go to see a litter of puppies the one that comes to you is the one for you cause he/she is choosing you and trusts you already.

Good luck and enjoy.

Answer 9

I would check for puppies at the shelter- you will have better luck finding a medium-sized dog with the qualities you want there..dogs with short actually shed just as much as long-haired, just so you know. maybe a beagle if you are very committed to training it- they are high-energy! Mutts make very good service dogs-check them out!

Answer 10

I would highly reccomend either a border collie or an Australian Cattle Dog. I myself have an Australian cattle dog mix chow, he is well mannered smart and when in the right mood to play good around kids,other dogs, and other people.

Answer 11

Well I would have said a labrador cause they can be trained to be awsome service dogs but since you said no labs... I suggest a begal they are hard working pleasing dogs.. If well trained!