Please say which breed you think I should get and why.
*I'm looking for a smart, loyal, sweet dog.
2006-08-23 04:06:12 · 32 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Try a Shetland Sheepdog (Sheltie) they are very smart and very loyal.... very easy to train and they will love you as much as you love them. See if a local shelter has one you can adopt!
2006-08-23 04:09:12 · answer #1 · answered by Suicidal 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Smart loyal and sweet? Well you could go for a Lhasa Apso they are all that if they need regular grooming, if on the small side for you then try a standard poodle they are so smart! loyal and devoted to their owners. Then again bearded collies. If you have a lot of time on your hand then try an OES (My dog on the picture) They are definitely smart, totally loyal and devoted. My Lhasa Apso is 11 years old, and the two of them are fabulous dogs.
ILabs demand a lot of exercise, so do Airedales and many other breeds. So what time you have to give your dog, for exercise, grooming etc ... can mean one breed rather than another! You also have to look at the size of your garden, is it big enough for a large dog? And really ... After you've considered all these issues, then make a list of breeds you feel you can/want to cope with and after that ... It has to be an elimination process! Whatever you do ... Make sure the whole family agree with you, on a dog and breed!
Best wishes
2006-08-23 04:18:15 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
We have had all kinds of dogs over the years in all sizes, breeds and both genders. From our experience if we were looking for another dog, and I am assuming that you live in the city, we would buy a female Shih Tzu. We presently have two. They are loyal, lovable, good with children and easy to look after if you brush them regularly. They actually love to get brushed especially if they get a little treat afterwards which they do. Now, if you live in the country and want a big dog then buy a retriever but stick to a female. We have found that females make better pets which is why I stress buying a female.
2006-08-23 04:23:33 · answer #3 · answered by Jamie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Golden Retrievers are the only ones I know of that are naturally sweet and loyal and smart all at the same time. They don't seem to require as much frustrating training. But do NOT get a Spitz dog (American Eskimo, Pomeranian, etc.). They are notorious for being hard to train and can easily become aggressive. Many toy breeds are difficult to train as well.
2006-08-23 04:10:02 · answer #4 · answered by LokiBuff 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definatly a pit bull! They are sweet, intelligent, and they are some of the most loyal dogs around! They would give their life for you. You can find them in most pounds. Dogs from the pound are a lot cheaper and you definatly earn their loyalty for saving them. Its such a great breed!!!!!! I've had two so far and they have been wonderful! One of the coolest things about the pit bull is their variety of colors! They can be brown, white, black, or a combonation all over. They are so cute! Hope this helped!
2006-08-23 04:24:21 · answer #5 · answered by Drama Queen 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Border collies fit that description perfectly; however, they also happen to be a little crazy in a best case scenario or, if not able to get enough exercise and mental stimulation, a lot crazy.
By a little crazy, I mean he'll stare at the reflected light from a puddle on the wall for hours, or press his nose up against a fishtank or hamster cage and just stare, or assign himself a job. This could be casually herding children or pets, picking leaves out of a swimming pool, that sort of thing. For the most part, these are cute.
By a lot crazy, I mean destructive to himself and his surroundings-- not dangerous to his owners, just his owners' possessions. But like I said, this is only in the case of a neglected boco. They're not exactly casual pets.
2006-08-23 04:16:24 · answer #6 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Too many variables ... small dog - Papillon. Large dog - Shiloh Shepherd. Mid-size - clumber spaniel or bulldog. Do some research - use akc.org! Shelters are always a good choice - who cares what breed they are if they are indeed smart, sweet and loyal.
2006-08-23 04:52:39 · answer #7 · answered by Cherokee Lady 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yorkie for sure. Standard not a tea cup.
Please take a look at your future before buying any animal. A Yorkie for instance is a bread that lives a very long life. Mine lived 18 years. The larger the breed the shorter the lifespan.
2006-08-23 04:15:33 · answer #8 · answered by Plantoneonme 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your decision will depend on various factors. Do you live in house or an apartment? If you live in a house, do you have lots of open yard space? Do you have a busy lifestyle? If so, then a dog requiring lots of grooming would not be good for you. There are great dogs out there who fit your description, but you need to tailor your fit with a dog who suits your needs and vice versa. Once you whittle down your choices to fit your lifestyle you will find a dog who will be a perfect fit for you.
2006-08-23 04:24:18 · answer #9 · answered by Laura G 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have 2 Chow Chows and an Italian Greyhound. The Iggy is smart, loyal and the sweetest dog I have ever owned. An example...all 3 dogs know they are not supposed to go in the front yard without us. However, we had to go to great measures to keep the Chows from doing this. The Iggy won't go in the front yard, even if the gate is wide open, unless we tell him "go ahead" or we are going in the front yard and we pat our sides to show him it's cool to follow us.
2006-08-23 04:12:14 · answer #10 · answered by Sister Cat 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How about going to your local Animal Shelter and let the dog pick you...that worked for me. And a lot of times they do have purebreds there. You would then give a dog a good home and end up with a very special friend.
2006-08-23 04:13:36 · answer #11 · answered by Shar 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋