We want to adopt a dog.?

Question

We want a dog that can fetch, will be easy to train (just for fun, not to copmete) and I would like it to have short hair.
Any ideas?

Thank you

I mean, I am looking for ideas, what breed of a dog will be easy to train and have short hair.

Thank you

Answer 1

For a dog which is already trained, you'll need to check the SPCA regularly until you find the one you want.

Answer 2

I really do suggest you look at local shelters, there are so many wonderful mixed breeds, with short hair, that are very smart.


As far as breed intelligence

Ranks 1 to 10
Brightest Dogs


Understanding of New Commands: Less than 5 repetitions.

Obey First Command: 95% of the time or better.

Rank Breed
1 Border Collie
2 Poodle
3 German Shepherd
4 Golden Retriever
5 Doberman Pinscher
6 Shetland Sheepdog
7 Labrador Retriever
8 Papillon
9 Rottweiler
10 Australian Cattle Dog


Keep in mind though, the smarter the dog, the more they need to be challenged, and if they are not stimulated they can become destructive.

Answer 3

All dogs take time and effort to train.
Labs and goldens are easy to train as they want to please the owner. How ever neither is short haired and labs shed all the time and lots of hair.
Both breeds are easy going and not hard to train.
Weimaraners and German Shorthairs and Visulas are harder to train and tougher minded dogs.
Look at what size you woudl ike a dog to be and look at breed you think you might like at www.akc.org.
Each breed will have a picture and a breif profile about the dog and the size and such. Then when you find something you like tlak to people who own that type of dog and see what they say about trainability.

Answer 4

There are lots of dogs that would fit this general requirement. It all depends on the animal. Trainability and hair length are not really mutually exclusive.
Most dogs generally are very trainable if you have the right trainer and owner. Border collies and Jack Russell Terriers are usually very bright in different ways, but there are exceptions to every rule. Both can like to or be taught to fetch or do tricks.
Whatever dog you choose, it should be healthy, not too young and not too old, then once it is vaccinated up to date and spayed or neutered, take it to a reputable trainer or training facility first to teach both the dog and the owner obedience skills, then later to teach them the tricks or talents that you want them to have. Dogs need to trust and obey their owners before this will work well.

Good luck

Answer 5

Any dog can learn to fetch, it has nothing to do with the breed.

And breed does not dictate how easy a dog is to train. Training methods differ (ex: positive reinforcement, repetition, etc...) and not all dogs react the same. Plus, sometime you just get a dim bulb!

So your only tangent requirement is short hair. Go to the American Kennel Club website and take a look for yourself.

Personally, I recommend a mutt.

Answer 6

Honestly you can teach any dog to fetch! and you should go and look at the dogs' in the shelters around your area. do lots' of research on the breed of dog you would like. so you know what your getting in to. as far as a dog that fetches look at any one of the dogs that are in the working class. But be prepared to keep that dog entertained because a working breed needs to be worked or they can become destructive! Good luck and kudos for choosing to adopt!

Answer 7

I would recommend a terrier. There are many with short hair. My brother and I have always had mixed breed terriers. They are very smart and easy to train and they have short hair.

Besides the terriers, there are beagles, bassett hounds, dachshunds, and many other breeds. If you would like to go by PetsMart, there are dogs there who really need homes and these dogs have been trained and the people there can tell you something about the personality of each dog. Also you can try your local animal shelter.

Answer 8

Go to your local pound or to www.petfinder.com and search your area. Any dog can be taught to fetch. Labs, and pitbulls get my vote for easy to train, great family dogs, and short hair.

If you want, email me and let me know what kind of exercise requirements and such you will be able to meet, and I can help match a breed to your lifestyle. You don't want an overly active dog if your family is more laid back.

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Answer 9

Good for you wishing to adopt! I would recommend you visit the SPCA shelter in your area! Labs and lab mixes are great, but there are so many mutts that would be perfect for you as well! An adoption coordinator can help you narrow dogs some dogs, and then take them out in a yard to play and get to know one another before you make a decision.

Answer 10

Go to your local animal shelter and adopt a dog who is looking for a good home. You'll find one that will meet your wishes and you can train him to fetch and many other little tricks too.