I've done research on a few breeds but I haven't found any that I'm really sold on yet, or even slightly leaning towards! I'm moving into a large apartment/smallish condo sort of deal with my friend next year and I want a puppy. So I need something that's relatively small (not like a toy dog or ridiculously tiny or anything), kind of medium-sized, doesn't shed a lot, and is pretty easy to train. I've been really interested in the miniature/bull terrier if anyone has more info on that!
2006-11-06 16:00:18 · 18 answers · asked by Dzee 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
http://www.puppyfind.com/browse/
This is the perfect website. It helped me find my pet, hope it helps you!
Good Luck!
2006-11-06 16:05:05 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm with Sports_runner_racing, perusing the shelter could be the best thing that ever happened to you. We adopt our animals as opposed to buying. We recently adopted a 7 month old lab/boxer mix. He is such a good dog. Already knew sit, down, and stay. Someone did some training with him, but no one seemed to want him after that because there he was in the shelter, sick, stressed out, and sad. He's doing so much better now, over his pneumonia, and integrating into the family quite nicely (we have a 7 year old son, and 3 1/2 year old cat).
The nice thing about adopting is that you can get an age that might be a bit easier on you. If you work or go to school regularly, a puppy may not be the best option for you right now. They are like taking care of human babies, constantly needing to be let out, making tons of messes, etc. With an older dog, you may not have to worry about that as much (Cooper was already housetrained when we got him). Plus, you'll get a pretty good idea of the dog's adult temperment since it's already become (or is becoming more) apparent.
But plenty of young puppies can be found in shelters, too. We nearly got a 3 month old Shepherd mix.
Mutts often make wonderful pets. You usually get the best of all breeds. Not to mention they need homes so badly. You'll feel great knowing you gave your dog a second chance at life. "Don't shop, adopt!"
Good luck!
2006-11-06 17:33:27 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be very careful with the breeding of a miniature bull terrier if you do decide to get one. They also require careful training to ensure they do not become aggressive. I have heard that the miniature version has more of a tendency towards aggression than the standard size. I would also double check with the apartment complex to see which breeds are allowed.
I'd also repeat what the other replies have said. Sometimes the best fit can be found at an animal shelter, especially among the 'one off' mutt types.
2006-11-06 18:19:43 · answer #3 · answered by Cara B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I like this site for giving suggestions as to what pet to have:
http://www.selectsmart.com/DOG/
It seems to ask sensible questions & then provides a ranked list of suitability of dogs, with clickable links so that you can find out more about them.
I've had a go for you, guessing at what some of your answers might be & it suggests:
Border Terrier:
Approximate size range: 13 to 25 lbs. Group: Terrier. Coat: bristly or harsh, silky, short, Sheds minimally. Minimal grooming required. Suited for urban life. Good with kids. Generally a non-biting breed
Photo: http://www.pgaa.com/canine/general/images/borderterrierchase.jpg
However, I'd also suggest the Boston Terrier, a friendly and lively dog. The breed has an excellent disposition and a high degree of intelligence, which makes the Boston Terrier an incomparable companion.
Photo:
http://bulldogbreeds.com/breeders/pics/jrkennel_boston_terrier.jpg
or the French Bulldog - well behaved, adaptable, and comfortable companions with an affectionate nature and even disposition; generally active, alert, and playful, but not unduly boisterous
Gorgeous Photo of puppy:
http://www.ahomls.com/images%5Cfrenchie.jpg
2006-11-07 02:16:18 · answer #4 · answered by Solow 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Rule out labs, when you consider that they drool and salivate plenty. Siberian huskies have instincts that not often get prompted, pit bulls originate from combating puppies, and will also be very hazardous. They don't seem to be identified to be smooth with kids, and quality danes will assault an extra stranger if it feels the stranger is a risk. My neighbour had a puppy quality dane, and it needed to be positioned down when you consider that it mistakenly harm anybody (harm). A lot of huge puppy breeds are combating puppies, and the entire playful pleasant ones don't seem to be well defend puppies, however drool plenty. Every puppy has a glitch, so practically your selection is among a enormous defend puppy that's protecting however smooth (combating puppies), or a playful dangerous defend puppy who drools. You're simply inquiring for all people's dream of a puppy.
2016-09-01 08:29:44 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you want easy to train, stay away from the terriers. Their stubborn and to smart for thier own good. A bichon doesn't shed and train very quickly. Plus, their not too small or very large. The downer is they have to be cut or they look like a ball of cotton.
2006-11-06 16:19:36 · answer #6 · answered by nalamacleod 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well i found my perfect puppy a week ago at my local Animal Shelter !!! I took her out to the local pet smart and everyone adored her !!! They couldn't belive she was a pound puppy !!! She is so cute and her first shots were even Free and her first check up and deworming , all free !! And the money i paid for her will pay for her to be spayed , later on !! A good deal Plus i helped save her life if she couldn't have found a home !!! people dont' know but there is some great puppys and dogs at your local Animal Shelter ! So why not check it out first !!!!!!!!!
2006-11-06 16:47:16 · answer #7 · answered by sports_runner_racing 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
People make fun of the new "Designer Dogs". But I have a 13 week old Bichonpoo and I have never owned a better dog. She is so cute. She is very smart, easily trainable and well behaved. I take her everywhere with me and no one has asked me to leave they all ask me to bring her back. She doesn't shed, is hypoallergenic and expected to weigh about 10 lbs when full grown. Her name is Esperanza. To me this IS the PERFECT PUPPY.
2006-11-06 16:19:32 · answer #8 · answered by ESPERANZA 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What about a Yorkie? Dont shed, smart and run about 7 to 9 lbs.
2006-11-06 16:03:59 · answer #9 · answered by missourim43 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i own 3 mini schnauzers, my male is the largest weighing in at 18 pounds very easy to train. he learned to sit and lay down in 1 hour. he learned to roll over in one day and my son taught him to shake in 15 min. he was very easy to house train. these dogs are almost sheddless they do not require a lot of running room and make great lap dogs. i wouldn't own any other breed of dog. good luck in finding a great pet
2006-11-07 08:55:55 · answer #10 · answered by halcry_4 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
get a Great Dane. Although they are large they still think they are small. My 2 girls, Dixie and Zoey sleep in the bed with my wife and I. These dogs are the best I ever had.
Good Luck!
2006-11-06 16:28:57 · answer #11 · answered by Jimmy1575 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋