I am 6 what kind of dog should I get???

Question

My parents want to get me dog what kind should i get??? (yes her mom is watching))

Answer 1

I know you are excited about getting a dog. I would be too. But just know that any dog you get should be a FAMILY decision. Everyone has to live with this dog and help it learn how to be a good dog.

There are lots of good dogs for families. For young children who are six or so, I recommend a largish dog, like the size of a lab or golden retriever. Small dog can be cute, but sometimes they can be snappy when they get scared by kids who move fast, run in the house and make loud noises. Bigger dogs don't tend to worry about that as much.

Every kind of dog has good points and bad points. I could not tell you everything here. I recommend that you go to the library and get a good book about the different breeds of dogs. One book I like is called The Right Dog For You. This will be best for your mom to read. It will help her decide what dogs meet your family needs as far as activity, how much time you spend grooming, how protective it is, etc. I also like Raising Rover which talks about how you should train dogs of different breeds.

There are also books that will have lots of pictures.

I also recommend that you go see what kind of dogs they have at the local animal shelter. Usually the shelter staff can tell you how good certain dogs are with children and there is a lot to choose from. There are even purebred dogs and puppies this time of year. The other good thing is that they often cost less than buying a puppy from a breeder.

Now if it was ME getting a dog, I would get a boxer or a collie. Those are my two favorite kinds.

Just don't "settle" for a dog. Do some research on the types of breeds and what they are like. Then keep looking until you find the perfect one.

Good luck in your search, you lucky girl!

Answer 2

It helps to know how much your family would like to be involved with the dog's training and care. How much hair? How much drool? How active or mellow a dog would the family like? Where do your parents imagine that the dog will be during the night or day? Have your parents checked to see what is available for local dog training clubs? so you can go check out the kinds of dogs available locally and how they behave when being trained?

Find out when the classes are on and just drive over there as a whole family and watch people handling their dogs. Think about the breeds that are there and what you like and don't like about the dogs.

Talk to some of the owners with any questions that come to mind, like how much does that dog bark or dig, or does it run away and not come when called? Does it dig up the garden? What kinds of things can the owner do to prepare for such things. Ask if those dogs are good with kids?

Ask the owners where they got their dogs and if they were experienced when they got that dog that they have there. Some may have gotten their's from the shelter, and others may have gotten theirs from someone who breeds dogs. Some of the breeders will dump you as soon as they have your money, others will always be there to help you with issues like if your dog seems to be upset or sick or hyper. They will help you along so you don't have to go online and ask questions on answers.yahoo.com and try to get answers from perfect strangers who do not know you or your dog.

You might really enjoy time with a beautiful Golden Retriever, or a Bernese Mountain Dog, a cute frisky mutt, or maybe gorgeous Standard Poodle. You might be invited to see more of that type of dog that appeals to you. If so, go for it. More education can't be a bad thing.

Acting on impulse with a living creature can leave you with surprises you'd rather not experience.

From training classes to shows, there you may be able to find a breeder that has placed puppies with health guarantees, from health tested parents. They may have placed dogs into homes with special children with learning disabilities, or have some working as service dogs for handicapped people. These will be people that know about their bloodlines and how long the dogs are living and how healthy they are. They may have spent years breeding healthy dogs with wonderful family temperament and will always be there for you if your dog does something a little odd and you need help. They will never make you feel silly for asking.

Have fun doing your research. Remember that a puppy is for life and that life can be anything from 8 to 16 years. :)

Answer 3

get a small dog. When I was 4 I got 2 pekingneses one's 12 now and the other had to be put to sleep a few years ago. They're nice, gentle, and protective dogs. But they cost a couple hundred dollars but they're worth the price. My one that I still have is brown with a white belly and a black mask on his face and I believe he was like $200 then I used to have an all white one and since she was all white she was like $250-$300. Now they probably cost like $400 but it's a good investment. Shitsu's are nice also my neighbors have shitsu's. When my pekingnese that I have now dies (hopefully it won't be anytime soon) I'm thinking about getting another one if I can find one. But go with a small dog or a collie. I wouldn't get a fox terrier because I have one now and I think they're a little too hyper and they scratch and bite a lot when they play so they wouldn't be good for a 6 year old. So stay away from the hyper dogs.

Answer 4

Kudos to the Mom first off...

Go to the pound and adopt a puppy, (Mom take her to one of the shelters that puts the animals down), out of our 3 dogs our two purebred dogs are a little slow in the mind, our mutt is the smartest one there is, but sometimes you can find dogs that have been dropped at the shelters that even come with papers that all you have to pay is the adoption fee from the shelter. But I would take her to the pound, and find a gentle puppy or dog.

Or I would say maybe a Black Lab, German Shepard, Blue/ Red Heelers are good too.

Answer 5

I have the perfect dog for you!!! Pembroke Welsh Corgi. I bought one for my 7 yr old and 3 yr old about 6 months ago. He will not get more than about 20 pounds and about 1 foot tall. He is a great inside and outside dog. He loves to run and play with my boys. He is very gentle and he is very friendly with other dogs. He does not shed very much and is a very fast learner. He was potty trained within 3 days of coming home. I hope this helps you choose a puppy and have fun and love your dog no matter what kind it is!

Answer 6

you should get a Lab or a Golden Reteriver they are both calm and good with kids. They will play for hours and still have alot of energy plus they are very trainable. If you decide on a lab or golden try looking for an adult dog in an animal shelter. I don't know about lab puppies but golden puppies are hyper but they mellow out around 2 yrs old

Answer 7

Check out this site. Maybe it will help you choose the right dog for you. There are alot of sites that quizes to take to make sure what dog is best for you. Just google how to find the best dog or something similiar. Good luck!
http://www.topdogclub.com/dog-breeds/dogbreeds.htm

Answer 8

Yay for good mothers!!

A labrador, aww their so0o0o0o0o cute. Or get a laberdoodle, its like a lab and puddle mix, very cute.

I have an american bull dong and its very nice but there are a lot of rumors that keep people from getting them.

But if you get a golden lab, it will be loyal and cute and a good dog for a six year old girl. Mine died but it was the greatest dog ever. I used it as a pillow. I miss him.

Answer 9

LOL

You're cute.

Well, it depends. What kind of dog do you want? Do you want a dog to go to the park with and run around with? Or do you want a dog who will sit in your lap and be petted for hours?

(If you want a good mix, I would recommend a Golden Retreiver. They are large, water loving lap dogs!)

:)

Answer 10

Get a pug - I have never liked small dogs before, but PUGS are small dog trapped in a big dogs body. Their dedicated, loveable, playful, and all around a good dog for kids. I have a pug for each of my children and they are awesome!