im going toa dog pound later to buy a puppy for my children and imunsure what type of dog to get,which one do you think would suit a family of 4 with 2 very young children??
2006-12-13 19:46:15 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
i recently got a chocolate Labrador and she's the best dog u could ask for!!! she's gentle and loyal and is always happy to see me. she never leaves my side. they are probably one of the genteelest breeds and fantastic with kids! they are also gorgeous and just want to be loved and fed and part of your family! I'll have Labrador's for the rest of my life!!!
2006-12-14 03:06:46 · answer #1 · answered by sincin 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would recommend looking up dog breeds online and checking out temperments that would be good for you and your family. Take the list of breeds you like with you to the pound and try and see if you can find any matches or mixed breeds that have a good chance of being part of those dogs that are on your "Preferred Breed" list. Off the top of my head, I would recommend a breed such as a Siberian Husky, American Eskimo, Labrador/Lab Retreiver, Golden Retreiver, Border Collie, and perhaps a Shetland Sheepdog. I would strongly suggest you stay away from breeds such as Dobermans, Rottweilers, Pit Bulls, and Chow Chows, since you do have two very young children. I would also suggest you look for a younger dog or a puppy; that way you can train it with a little less work than you would have to put in to retrain an older dog. But the main thing is to do your homework and look at what breeds would be best for you prior to taking a trip to the pound.
2006-12-14 13:37:59 · answer #2 · answered by Ayame T 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with sincin, Labradors forever! Good family dogs, very intelligent and easily trained but do need a lot of stimulation, they just love being part of a family. They adore children especially. They even have a sense of humour believe it or not. Do your research, Labs like a lot of exercise and are full of energy but are wonderful dogs.
2006-12-14 19:38:27 · answer #3 · answered by sladelover 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to do your own research into what type of dog to buy. Decide whether you want large/small, active/couch potato. long/short coated etc. Be careful if you get a rescue dog that you are sure of the dog's background, particularly as you have your young children's safety to consider.
2006-12-14 11:05:58 · answer #4 · answered by anwen55 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hmm, all i can say is be careful. We got a rescue dog from the rspca when i was 13 and after 2 weeks it attacked me for no reason. I'm now left with scars but i could have been worse...
Personally would say get a puppy, then you know it's background.
Good luck.
2006-12-14 11:04:46 · answer #5 · answered by Traceylou1983 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well any puppy will normally fit in with children as they grow up used to children.Make you sure you look carefully at the pups,for any signs of illness,and also study there pack order,the very bossy dominant one of the litter may be to pushy at home,wher as the most nervous one may be scared of loud screaming children,so go for one in the middle.Ask the kennel staff for advice on what pup will best fit into your lifestyle.Good luck
2006-12-14 11:47:10 · answer #6 · answered by Heavenly20 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋