What breed of dog do you think is best to have as a pet???

Question

Staffordshire bull terrier
Dogue de bordeaux
rottweiler
chocolate labrador
Beagle
bassset hound

Answer 1

Well, it depends on what sort of dog you're looking for and how much time you're going to dedicate to him/her.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers are not generally vicious but are very strong, physically and mentally so need strict training and quite abit of exercise.
Rottweilers are similar - they can be very loving dogs but again will need proper training and exercise regime. They are usually better as 'one person dogs' as they get very attached to their owners and sometimes this can cause a problem in a family environment.
Labs are good all round dogs - provided you get one as a puppy you shouldn't have problems integrating him with family/children. They are quite easy to train - just watch their weight as they love to eat!
Unless you're a very patient dedicated person I would steer clear of beagles and bassets - they are hounds, bred to hunt using their scent so be prepared for them to frequently run off if not kept on a lead when out walking. They need masses of exercise (even Bassets - it's a common misconception that they are slow and lazy) - my mum used to have a beagle and kept him on one of those extendable leads to exercise him. They are both almost impossible to train.
Good luck - I hope you find the perfect pooch to suit you. I would recommend a Dachshund myself - we have one and he's great!

Answer 2

I am huge dog lover, and really love the Rottie and Lab. Or Rotti ewas was the sweetest most loving dog, but don't jump the fence because she did not like strangers in her yard. We also have had several labs and they are terrif family pets be warned the need LOTS of attention and exercise if not the can destroy your yard and home in a matter of seconds lol (I think this is true for large working breed dog they need something to do)

I currently have a Boxer mix not sure what she is mixed with maybe lab, we rescued her from the shelter. she has be a super puppy so far, very smart and loves my 2-year old to death. she is good with my 2 older dogs a poodle and a cockapoo.

They best dog is really the one that fits your family and lifestyle . Several of those breeds you can find at you local animal resue or shelter sittingn death row, becuase someone bought a dog and did not realize the work they need. I now many cities have a Gentle Giant Rescue. you might look into that

Answer 3

At present i have a staffy, she is 9 years old and she is the best dog i have owned, she is loving and playfull but she is also a good protector. If you have children or are thinking of having children you should have no problem there as this breed are known as nanny dogs they have a really good temperment if brought up in the right surroundings.
In the past i have owned a Dogue de bordeaux and i would never go through that again, don't get me wrong they are lovely dogs it's just that to me their brain seems to be too small for their size (meant in the nicest way of course). The two main downsides are their energy levels and the mess they create with droul (shoe laces). I had to permantly carry a tea towel round with me so that as she came near me i could wipe her mouth before she wiped it on me.
As for the Beagle i have no experience but recently i have been reading up on them as that is a breed we are thinking of for the next time we venture into the puppy up bringing world. So far all that i have read has been positive.
Good luck with your choice.

Answer 4

Presume since you have made a list that you have taken everything into account. It's a big thing to take on the responsibility of any pet, especially a dog.
All of the above breeds need quite a bit of excercise and food intake control !! These dogs will keep you fit too !. We had a Beagle for 17 years and she was like a best friend. She had a great sense of humour, but was a very greedy dog so her eating habits had to be watched constantly. We still miss her very much.
Anyway - happy dog walking, whichever you decide on.

Answer 5

Bull mastiff there loyal and good guards but are great with kids and other dogs there about the size of a large rottweiler. They also don't need loads of exercise. they come in red fawn and brindle i have 2 Maxi mus and Samson, a brindle and red there great the neighbours love them to because no one sneaks about are street that the dogs don't no, not to say they bark all the time they seam to no what to bark at eg if kinds were playing beside my house there's no problem nuisance teenager deciding to stand out the back of the house in the early hours of the morning big problem. Once they look and see whats barking at them two 8 stone dogs they soon move.

Answer 6

This all depends on your environment, it's no good having a large breed if you live in a small flat. I personally feel any dog is an ideal pet provided it lives in the correct environment and the owner is prepared to give a considerable amount of time to train it at a reputable dog training club and give it regular exercise in a suitable area, this means not letting the dog out to roam the streets

Answer 7

There are all very very different and it depends on the personality and circumstances of the owner!
If you are choosing a new dog I would recommend a Choc Lab as they are sweet and fit in well with someone who thinks that a Basset Hound should be listed with a Rottweiler!!!

Answer 8

Out of that list the chocolate labrador is the best pet. Second comes the basset hound, but it requires more care and attention. Beagles are too destructive. Don't even think of getting a rottweiler. I don't know anything about the "dogue de bordeaux".

Answer 9

Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Probably the best choice for good temperment and health.

Answer 10

Well you best look at what you want from a dog. How best it will fit into your life. remember everyones dog is the best dog. so you cannot take note of others really. So what fits your life really what facilities you have. Ie My two dogs have a shed each for daytime use if im not here the one is enclosed as she likes to go off so she has an outdoor run. they then come in when I am home.

no two dogs are alike.