She is ready for a dog. but she cannot find the right dog. she has two sisters[6 and 4 years old] she took a quiz for selecting the right dog and she got pug and cardigan welsh corgi. Which one do you think is the right dog or her??
2006-09-02 06:47:24 · 4 answers · asked by vviivviiaann 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Either breed would be okay, but both breeds have problems. The pug has a lot of genetic problems. Due to their flat face, they have difficulty breathing and their protruding eyes are very easily injured and popped out of socket. (Not a pretty sight) I can easily name 5 clients who have one-eyed pugs due to accidental injuries. They are not a breed that can be rough housed with.....they are simply conpanion dogs. Pugs can be tempermental and one person dogs.
The Corgi is a hearding breed and probably a lot more sturdy, especially for a child. Over the years, I have seen some badly bred Corgis. They also have their own genetic problems. Due to the fact they are long dogs, they can suffer from spinal problems. They also tend to be tempermental and in my own personal opinion and from my own experience, the can be a bit snappy. However, they are the queen of England's favored breed of dog.
In any case, make sure you find a reputable breeder with experience and who breeds dogs to the AKC standard and void of genetic problems. Do not buy from back yard breeders or pet shops and you will save yourself a lot of heartache and in the long term, money.
2006-09-02 07:15:24 · answer #1 · answered by Free Bird 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say the cardigan welsh corgi would be a better dog for a child because the pug could require more veterinary care. They frequently have problems with their eyes. But I might do some more research on breeds of dogs and their care first, before selecting a dog by a quiz.
2006-09-02 14:04:48 · answer #2 · answered by JenV 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pugs are easier to find but get way too fat! Maybe try welsh corgi. They are cute!
2006-09-02 13:50:49 · answer #3 · answered by keℓsey<3 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i would say pug because the corgi are so short and small that anything could happen with the siblings! i have had experience with young childeren and different dogs!
2006-09-02 13:51:18 · answer #4 · answered by tigger 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋