what kind of dog should i get?

Question

what kind of dog should i get and why? i was thinking of a golden retriever.... is that a good idea?

i have a fairly house with a big yard with invisible fence. and i used to have two mutts from the pound. my one just died a few months ago and i am really wanting to get a purebreed.

fairly big house*

the dog wouldnt be home alone that much at all. my mom is home all the time except for doing a few errands. we also go camping a lot and like to go to the beach and would like a dog who we can bring with us. we dont mind shedding that much. i want a dog that i can play rough with and teach it to fetch.

Answer 1

yeah goldens are great. we have one and i love him to death. he is loyal and caring and smart and protective. however i think it is better to adopt one. if you want a golden really badly then you should look around at different shelters and look for a mutt that has some golden in him. that way your getting a little of what you want, and your still saving a dogs life.

Answer 2

I had went through a dilemma between a Labrador Retriever and a Golden Retriever and I wanted the same qualities as you wanted. I wanted a dog I could take swimming, camping, kayaking and hiking. The breeds are very similar except the Golden's had the long coat. I ended up going with the Lab and have never regretted it. There were two factors that really made my mind up, I have been around both breeds and the Labs seemed more level minded and easier to train, and second their coats. yes both need regular grooming but the Golden's need way more. They can get matted really easy, you are not going to get matts with the Labs, and when it came to the swimming the Lab's coat would have been way easier to manage.
They are both great breeds, but its has to be what you want.

Answer 3

My last dog and current dog are golden retrievers and, if you're a dog lover, I'm convinced there's not other way to go. They're loyal, friendly, caring, protective and mine gets me the paper in the morning. The only downside is their hair all over your house but if you can deal with that and, for some of them, their size they're the perfect companion. Both my retrievers were/are the perfect example of a retriever. They constantly have to be taking things for attention but they never damage everything. And during the winter they think they're a 20 pound lap dog. But understand that for a golden retriever, if you live in a city, it's ruff because they need their space and some yard space to have fun with. While you can have one living in the city they're just not in their element. Hope this helps...

Answer 4

I operate a pet store and can have any dog. We chose a golden.

The right dog depends on what you WANT. Goldens shed. Is that an issue. They area a larger breed is that an issue.

They are loving and loyal but need to be around you a lot. Stressed if they are left alone.

Great for hunting and with kids.

Answer 5

Visit the pound before you buy a pure bred. The pound is full of purebreds and dogs that are close to pure bred. Also, they will be older and have a full personality you can check to see is compatible with your own. You can come "test drive" the dogs until you find one that is cool for you. You will know the right one by the feel of them standing and walking with you.

Take the prospective new dog outside on a leash at the shelter. Bring a leash with you in case the pound or shelter staff are lame. Also bring some little treats. It helps with potential bonding. Pound dogs are cheap and if they are not fixed, come with cheap for free vouchers for local vet care.

What happens with animals at the shelter who are put down? They are "rendered" down and added as a protein element to dog food and protein based supplements for other farm and household pets. Check out the site referenced below for the fun story of rendering. (By the way, I am not a vegan or vegetarian activist, but I think it is weird we serve dead dog to dogs.)

Why a shelter dog?
1) Inexpensive
2) You can "test drive" many models before you commit.
3) Vouchers
4) Most of them are at least partially house trained already and past the totally destructive chewing stage.
4) Save a homeless dog from becoming dog food.

Answer 6

It depends on your taste and the amount of time you can devote to the dog. Some dogs require alot of attention, while others are happy with little. We have 2 dogs and both are so different in personality and needs. One is a Giant Schnauzer, he is very loyal, obediant, smart and needy. He requires alot of interaction and play time. He is family oriented, he wants to be with one of us all the time, when we are home. He is a house dog.
Our other dog is a Rott/Shar pei mix...she is an outside dog and is happy running and chasing rabbits, or just laying around her doghouse. She eats more but doesn't require as much time with us. She is great guard dog who loves kids and is a great babysitter when our 4 year old grandson is outside.
Ous schnauzer doesn't like other dogs or attention from little kids. So as much as it seems like an easy decision, all breeds are different, and itys all about the way you raise them. The most mellow of dogs can turn out mean if they are trained to do so.
Good luck, and enjoy your pet !!!!

Answer 7

Sounds to me like you need the most popular breed in America... the LAB! I have a lab/bloodhound mix from the humane society and she is great. She loves being outside, is great at fetch and very energetic. Labs are very smart dogs and are great with kids too.

ps
the golden retriver is a great dog too... very smart, seems from what i can see of your lifestyle that it would be a good fit

Answer 8

It really all depends on where you live and what kind of exercise and living space the dog requires. I would suggest adopting a dog because there are great dogs that need loving homes. :o( If you care at all about animals then you should adopt.

Answer 9

Best dog ever: Boston Terrier

Answer 10

Spaniel is the best! Very cute and Smaller than the Retriever!