My dog is very old, she is a Sheltie.
2006-11-29 08:47:29 · 14 answers · asked by Timmy Turner 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
What kind of dog do you want? What is the weather like where you live? Will it be an indoor or outdoor dog? Do you want a large dog, or a small/toy dog? Will it get 100% attention each day, or will it need to sit by itself for periods? Do you want a dog with spirit, or a slow/lazy dog? Have you considered grooming requirements, long hair or short hair? Will it be a puppy, or a young adult? Is your house ready for a strange dog?
Seriously, noone can tell you what kind of dog you should get. You really need to ask yourself some of these questions and decide for yourself which dog is best for you. If you live with someone, you should probably get their opinion too. Good luck!!
2006-11-29 09:02:18 · answer #1 · answered by Hybrid Snake 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wait awhile and take time to mourn first, then you will be ready. Go to dog shows to see all kinds. If you loved her very much, I would suggest another Sheltie.
2006-11-29 16:59:25 · answer #2 · answered by luvlabs 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What are you looking for in a dog? What do you plan on doing w/this dog? Do you have a big yard? I prefer the Pembroke Welsh Corgi...they are intelligent, loyal, and a sturdy dog. They are great w/kids and animals. I wasnt a small dog fan til I got my first corgi and feel head over heals for them. I love these little low riders to death.
2006-11-29 17:02:26 · answer #3 · answered by Ivory_Flame 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should get a dog that suits your home and lifestyle. Example: If you are very active, you can choose a dog with high energy, such as a retriever.
Example: If you have a small home, you need a small dog, such as a terrier.
What kind do you think you want?
2006-11-29 17:01:54 · answer #4 · answered by Tammy C 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would research all of the different types of dogs available at the AKC website and then look on petfinder.com or to a rescue group to find your perfect match. I am a foster mom for a group that fosters nationwide, bichon frise, which are a smaller, non-shedding, quiet, adorable breed of dog. You can check them out at www.smallpawsrescue.org Puppies are available to grievers (people who recently lost a loved one either human or pawed) :)
Good luck in your search!
2006-11-29 16:56:44 · answer #5 · answered by jmrob29 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it matters if you like to hunt you want a beagle or a hound!
if you want to train it tricks i prefer a Britney spaniel..i have one and she listens the best and is nice with the kids and she is soo train able and she does have a good sense of when to be mean and when to be nice she may looks like she will eat someones head but its only to show that she don't want that person around but my dog isn't full breed! if you want a guard dog and have no kids then a German Shepard would be good..a black lab is also a good dog my friends lab lived to about 84 years in dog years! hope that helped!
2006-11-29 17:05:44 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't worry about getting another dog till after your other one dies. She needs you now more then ever, not your divided attention to replace her.
2006-11-29 18:31:00 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well after your dog dies I think you should think about if you would like another dog like her or different than her. write me at dragontears_tigertails@yahoo.com and I can get you a free German shepard if you want one.
2006-11-29 18:26:54 · answer #8 · answered by Tigalia 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Labradors make great pets, and they live long too. Most labs live 10 plus years.
2006-11-29 16:57:54 · answer #9 · answered by Robert G. 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A black Lab and name him Malcolm
2006-11-29 16:57:05 · answer #10 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋