Any suggestions on a dog breed as my family pet.?

Question

I would like a dog that doesn't mind outdoors, is somewhat independent, good with kids and doesn't bark too much. Any ideas?

Answer 1

there needs to be A LOT more info than that!
http://animal.discovery.com/breedselector/dogselectorindex.do
thats a start
http://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-a&rls=org.mozilla%3Aen-US%3Aofficial_s&hl=en&q=best+dog+breed&btnG=Google+Search

Answer 2

Well, think about some more criteria.....size, grooming, protection ability, do you want your dog to love everybody you bring over? If you only want the dog outside...I'd recommend a cement one. The larger the dog, the larger the food/vet bills as well because everything is based on weight.

There was a good link in a previous post.....please don't overlook checking out the humane societies. They have wonderful dogs with unknown breeding that are so sweet. Let the staff know what you are wanting....they are usually great and will fit a dog with your family.

Please don't get a "pit" as a first time dog owner (if that's what you are). There are LOTS of breeds great with kids and fit what you want but are not for a first time owner. I'm personally an Akita lover, but I wouldn't recommend them to a non-experienced home.

Be careful of some common dogs the kids like.....Dalmatians for example....they are wonderful, but they need more exercise than most families can give.

Answer 3

go to your local human society or SPCA and rescue a dog. If you're set on a particular breed, you can identify breed specific rescues and give a deserving dog a home that way as well. How about a golden retriever or a lab? I wouldn't recommend a weimaraner as an outside dog....they really don't adapt well to not living indoors with the family. however, they can be independent (sometimes too much so) and do tend to be good with kids...although some can be barkers. Also, they can be very stubborn and difficult to train for first time dog owners. of course, there is an exception to every rule.

Answer 4

(1) No dog wants to live outside without his family (his pack)- unless it is a herd guarding breed or herding breed who are living with their herd which becomes their pack

If you want to keep the dog outside all the time, don't get one. They feel ignored and end up unsocialized and often aggreesive plus they become destructive and disobedient.

Now if you mean a dog that likes going outside and isn't fussy about the weather, that depends on your climate. A Great Pyreenes would hate Florida and a Rhodesian Ridgeback would be on the first plane he could catch to get out of Alsaka.

(2) You simply do not give enough information.

And by the way - the independent minded breed are usually herding, herd guarding or guarding breeds whose job IS to alert and bark at things that might bother their charges.

Go here and read about the different breeds:

http://www.akc.org/breeds/index.cfm?nav_area=breeds

On the web page on that site for each breed click on the link in the left column for Breed Club and follow it to that website where you will learn more.

(3) No rescue or shelter or reputable breeder will let you have a dog if you plan to keep it outside isolated in a run or tied up or running loose - Nearly everywhere a dog running loose is illegal and in some cities tying a dog out is illegal.

In fact, if you make the dog live outside alone I GUARANTEE he will bark hs head off - doesn't matter what breed he is.

Answer 5

If you're thinking of keeping it outdoors, the best breed would be none at all. Dogs intended as family pets should be kept WITH the family. Would you keep a child outdoors? It defeats the purpose of getting a dog if it is excluded to outside.

As for barking, the Basenji doesn't bark, but it makes a kind of high pitched howl instead.

Good with kids, you would have to say the labrador or golden retriever. A lot of the smaller breeds have a tendancy to be highly strung and nippy towards children.

But if you ARE considering getting one to keep outside, don't bother getting one at all. Dogs need love and they wont get it outside in the rain.

Answer 6

You should look into Golden Doodles. It is a mix between a golden retriever and a poodle. They are a great option because they do NOT shed :) You will appreciate this aspect if you have kids, you dont want to clean up after anything else. These dogs are also very even tempered, and love kids. The retriever part loves to play outdoors, I definitly reccomend the breed

Answer 7

I would recommend a mini dachshund to any family. Although mine is not an outdoor dog, she doesn't mind it if it's not cold and stays out all day in warmer months. In the winter and rainy days she does wear clothes as she is shorthaired. However, she is the best dog I have met and very affectionate and smart. She was very easy to train as well and has become a very good companion. She loves kids and other dogs and even plays with my cat - also knows when not to play with the cat. She really communicates well through her facial expression and understands regular language not just commands. Easy to groom too with a monthly bath being the only requirement.

Answer 8

A lab or a golden retriever are probably your best bet. Labs are very calm, good with kids and like both outdoors and indoors. They are both just about the same but the golden requires more brushing. You could also try a mutt from a shelter. They always need good homes.

Answer 9

hi , if size isn't a problem i would recommend a bull mastiff as these are a very affectionate breed don't mind long or short walks they also are sturdy to the out doors very good with kids and are independent . Bitches are allot more placed compared to the dogs or cockers are ideal as well as the good old Labrador although these need plenty of exercise hope I've helped
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Answer 10

Hi I have been showing dogs for ten years. I have found out that there are a few good family dogs. For instance, Labs, Golden Retrievers, Poodles, and if you want a small breed Pomeranian, or a pug. I hope you fine a good breed for your family.

Answer 11

A Golden Retriever!