HI i live in cleveland oh and i am looking to buy my daughter a dog for her birthday i would like to find 1 under 10 pounds but only have around 300 to spend any idea where i can get one in or around cleveland ?????
2006-12-26 17:27:19 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Below is a link to a list of rescues/shelters/sanctuaries in Ohio. They list dogs, mostly, but it tells you if they have cats, too; they also list them by breed. I suggest a Yorkie (adorable, friendly, and small) or a Dachsund (same, though they tend to be a one-person dog). I recommend looking at these, and finding a rescued dog that needs a special home. Rescued dogs are often extremely grateful and friendly, and can be the very best of pets.
2006-12-26 17:39:21 · answer #1 · answered by Jewel 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Before you get one, research it a bit more. There are lots of web sites you can get to by typing "choosing a dog" in a search. There are one or two websites that do a which-dog-is-right-for-me quiz that allow you to choose characterisitcs (not just physical: includes things like quick learner? stubborn? good with children? protective? required activity level? amount of grooming necessary, and more) that are important to you. You will find that certain breeds meet your requirements better than others. You might really want some kind of terrier, or toy, or you might be able to rule them out altogther. And don't overlook specific breed mixes and Heinz 57's. What would your daughter want from her new dog? A very lively dog or one that lives to be cuddled? An anybody dog or a one person dog? I really think that should be your starting point. A bad mismatch will often end up as another dog sent to the pound
Don't buy a dog from a pet store. People have suggested petfinder.com and the local shelters and rescues, and you should definitely look onto these! Petfinder has thousands and thousands of dogs available for adoption. Also, reptuable local breeders can be found online. If you have already chosen your vet, he or she may be able to offer good advice.
2006-12-27 02:04:12 · answer #2 · answered by and_y_knot 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Check around the shelters. I'm sure you will find some puppies there but they usually go quicker than the older dogs. I have noticed also, that smaller dogs are less often seen in shelters since people seem to want to go to the smaller ones. When you do find one, spend some time with it to get some idea on it's personality.
I hope your daughter is old enough and responsible enough to care for the dog. Remember, if she doesn't feed it, walk it, take it outside, you will be the one doing it all. If she doesn't have a job or any kind of income, you will be the one to pay for the vet bills and food and any other expenses like toys, food/water bowls, leash/collar, heartworm pills, vaccines, and so on. Keep this in mind before purchasing one. You may want to see if the dog you pick is good with children also.
2006-12-27 08:58:54 · answer #3 · answered by kerrberr95 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
depending on how old your daughter is, a small toy dog that small may not be the best choice. for children, dogs like boston terriers, pugs, and mixed breeds are best. stay away from chihuahuas unless you are prepared to really assist your daughter in socializing the animal well. poodles are friendly, smart, and easy-going, but again, super small and toy breeds often become nippy as they are not socialized well and get easily over-stimulated with the attention and energy of a child. check your local humane society for dogs who need homes. make a list of the traits you'd like in a dog for your daughter (easily trainable, companionable, friendly, etc) and take that list to the shelter with you. trained staff will be able to assist you in finding a suitable dog, or in giving suggestions for appropriate breeds. remember, the greatest gift you can give your daughter is the lesson that dogs are not accessories, and that dog-ownership is not something to be taken lightly. take the time to research and get the right dog. everyone (including the dog) will end up happier!
clevelandapl.org
pet shelter of NE Ohio SPCA
or Cleveland Animal Lifeline
also petfinder.com has several listings of rescue societies who will assist you in breed suitability and possible dogs for adoption.
2006-12-27 01:40:09 · answer #4 · answered by smrt-e-pnts 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yorkshire Terriors are really great family pets. They are really small and very friendly. They are a little expensive and more than 300 but it is definitely worth it. It may be alot but you are going to be with this dog your for alot of years and you need to make sure you get the right one. Try going to the library to find some encyclopedias on different breeds. You may find a small dog you like. GOOD LUCK!! hope your daughter likes her new pet!
2006-12-27 01:40:38 · answer #5 · answered by cool grl 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Animal shelters are really good places to get (usually) quality dogs/puppies. It's really sweet to buy you're daughter a puppy, but if you include her in finding the the puppy, she might be more attached to him/her and vice versa. It also leaves room for the possibility of instantaneous bonding, which sometimes happens between people and animals. But you obviously know her better, just offering my opinion. Happy New Year!
2006-12-27 01:44:32 · answer #6 · answered by Xenia 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
petfinder.com. You can list the kind of dog you want, size, age, area by zip, etc. it will list all shelters within so many miles of the limits you set...that's how I got mine...Also check with the local dog pound..those dogs are put to sleep in less than a week if nobody claims them so GL.....petfinder also tells you prices, etc..you may have to click directly on the site of the place that has the pet and read it but it's there.
2006-12-27 01:41:17 · answer #7 · answered by chilover 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i dont know any areas in cleveland but u should try to adopt its cheaper and u rescue a pet! =) but u can goto www.petfinder.com and put what ur searching for into the search criteria thing and they will show u all the dogs for adoption in ur area that r under 10 lbs. hope this helps! good luck puppy shopping!
2006-12-27 01:33:51 · answer #8 · answered by ☮Dano922☮ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Im not sure where cleveland is so just ask someonein cleveland, like your relatives. I hope you get a good dog.
2006-12-27 01:31:21 · answer #9 · answered by Nitin T F1 fan 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Animal shelter or check the classifieds in your local newspaper. A lot of people who are in the process of moving realize they can't take their animals with them for whatever reason and either sell them for a cheaper rate or give them away to a local organization.
2006-12-27 01:57:11 · answer #10 · answered by Amanda G 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋