we're thinking of getting a dog and we have a small yard so it can't be a large dog. We had a cocker spaniel an he was great for the house and the kids. Prefer a smaller dog and not another spaniel
2007-01-04 08:49:27 · 13 answers · asked by topgunpilot22 4 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Try and find a breed that is right for you and your family.
Go to
http://dogbreedinfo.com/search.htm
Answer a few questions and they will suggest a breed for you.
2007-01-04 08:59:13 · answer #1 · answered by A Great Dane Lady 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
get either a miniature schnauzer or a miniature poodle or better yet contact your local humane society and they will be able to help you pick out a dog in their care that fits all of your requirements and you will be giving a deserving dog a second chance at happiness and a forever home. I am single and don't even have a yard per say since Iive in an apartment with some lawn around it.
2007-01-04 17:47:59 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tips on Choosing a Dog at The Diva Dog Blog
2007-01-04 17:55:19 · answer #3 · answered by CateN 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sheltie's are great dogs for small yards and houses. They are excellent with kids. Make sure that you check the blood line on the dogs. If you buy one that has been inbreed,(yes, it happens) they might be skittish. Shelties with a good blood line will be playful and kind. I have had 2 shelties and love them.
Good Luck.
2007-01-04 16:58:06 · answer #4 · answered by Lo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try a cockapoo. They are much smaller, and don't shed. I own one and he is great with my two kids, 18 months and 7 months. Never has nipped or growled. They also are content to be house pets and don't need a ton of yard space for exersice.
2007-01-04 17:01:10 · answer #5 · answered by dolly 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
look at rescue dogs they are great for family companions. With kids, if you get a dog too small they can get nervous, but poodles really are great kid dogs, as are beagles, do some checking at www.petfinder.com. They have great dogs of all sizes that are looking for families to love them.
2007-01-04 17:06:26 · answer #6 · answered by Amy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i tihnk you should do some reserch to find which dog best suits you and your family. i think a small dog. but you need to make sure it has a good history being around children. i tihnk if you shop around youll find the special pet that captures your heart
2007-01-04 16:59:55 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
cairn terrier they are excellent dogs . you know the ones like toto in the wizard of oz they are very good with children and they are smart too . easy to housetrain as well . I would say dont pay over 600.00 for it . good luck .
2007-01-04 19:39:38 · answer #8 · answered by Kate T. 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
miniture poodle not a toy poodle
2007-01-04 17:21:02 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
chia dog
2007-01-04 16:52:00 · answer #10 · answered by Phil P 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋