I don't really want a heavy shedder. I'm okay with grooming, just not too too much, like a show poodle. I'm not a couch potato, so a energetic and playful dog is best for me. I'd like a fairly intelligent dog, who is not a big time barker or biter. Can you suggest to me some breeds that would suit my lifestyle best? Thanks!! Happy New Year!!
2007-01-06 12:32:03 · 41 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
I have two Miniature Pinschers. They are very energetic, low maintenance, and very intelligent. They do bark more than we would like for them to, but I've noticed that when one is alone the barking isn't as bad. It's like they have a barking competition. When one barks the other joins in and tries to be louder than the other.
2007-01-06 12:36:13 · answer #1 · answered by tootsie1115 3 · 1⤊ 3⤋
I have two toy dogs one is a min pin the other a Yorkshire terrier. Both are very lively dogs though the Yorkie is the more energetic of the two. The min pin is the barker and gets the other started but a be quiet command works on the Yorkie but not on the min pin. Over the years I have had a Maltese too much grooming that you didn't want, a poodle also alot of grooming but nowhere near as much as the Maltese unless you want it to look like a show dog. I had a peke which is a fun dog which needs to be combed daily. The min pin needs no grooming, the Yorkie needs to be combed daily. In my opinion the Yorkie's best. He is my second one, my last one died 3 months before I got my new one last year she was 19 years old and just like one of my children. They are highly intelligent,and the have an unstoppable enthusiasm for life. They also have a lot of spirit and they like to be the boss. They do not know they are small and fear nothing.,but they are not mean animals just very strong willed, and independent to a degree. I feel the Yorkie probably would make you happy, oh yes they are long haired but do not shed . You can go to the American Kennel Club site and answer a questionnaire to see which dog best suits you though. Good luck with whatever you choose.
2007-01-14 05:58:26 · answer #2 · answered by nursie poo 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
What is your lifestyle? Will you leave the dog alone for great spans of time? If you want an intelligent dog get a poodle high maintenance as far a grooming but you can pay someone else to do it. If you want an active dog that does shed but with once a week brushing is soooo manageable a toy aussie sounds like a fit if not left to it's own devices. Easily trained, active, energetic, intelligent, protective and best of doesn't smell. Males are easier at first but girls are life long companions!
2007-01-06 13:01:42 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
You just described my Toy Fox Terrier. Short haired so very little grooming needed. An incredible athlete, very energetic. Owners of this breed are often overheard saying "what part of TERRIER do you not understand?" My TFT may only be about 6 lb, but they did not waste any space by packing fear in him. He thinks he can whip my German Shepherd, and he knows he can outrun him inside where the bigger dog has to negotiate turns. Smart -- he knows the safest place for him with my German Shepherd, when they are outside, is under the shepherd -- and he is able to stay there and drive my shepherd crazy unless the shepherd takes off in a run. Do watch them before buying one. They can jump vertically several times their own height, and mine has no fear about jumping off the top bunk of a set of bunk beds -- though it does worry me. For their size, I don't think they have an athletic equal in the dog world. They can cross a room and be in your lap between the time you start a sneeze and finish it, which can be startling.
Not yappy either, but when there is someone in the driveway or at the door, he will let me know about it. I have, however, seen one example of the breed that was so yappy the owner finally had the dog de-barked; so I would watch the dog you are considering before making the deal.
Good luck.
2007-01-11 16:54:00 · answer #4 · answered by Poetic 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I was in your same position several months ago. After a lot of research, I found out about the toy rat terrier. They are a short hair, non shedding breed. They do not bark unless there is a stranger in the house- they are great guard dogs. They only need a brushing every one- two weeks and are very minimal care (as far as dogs go). Mine loves to go on a walk/ jog and then come inside and fall asleep on you lap. They are so sweet!! Good luck in your search and let me know what you end up getting. If you need any other help, just ask!
2007-01-13 14:48:02 · answer #5 · answered by want2bavet 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you are like that then boxers are the perfect breed of dog for you. You bearly need to groom them. They are very playful and very smart if you take the time to teach them anything you want. They are not a big time barker either. Boxers are a medium sized dog the females usually weigh around 60 lbs. and the males are around 75 lbs. Boxers are a very good breed and you should look into them.
2007-01-14 08:05:20 · answer #6 · answered by Ky. 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Toy breeds in general are great companions,but out of all types of dogs can be notorious for both barking and biting. Chihuahua's need minimal grooming, don't tend to bark too much but can be nippy. They are energetic and loyal companions though. Another good toy breed is the Yorkie. They need a little more grooming but don't tend to be so nippy.
2007-01-14 05:49:58 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I just found a pure bred shih tzu from a family friend and adopted him because he was so cute. Then I began to learn more about the breed and can't believe how lucky I was to happen upon him. He is so loving and intelligent and easy to train (if you have the time). He is very friendly and follows me everywhere. He is not a big shedder and only seems to bark when he hears someone at the door, but not excessively. The shih tzu is a great dog to get.
2007-01-06 12:40:13 · answer #8 · answered by Tink 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Boston Terrier
Owning
His coat is easy to care for when it comes to grooming, a few strokes with a soft brush will keep his short, smooth coat gleaming. He is loving and sensitive, merry and bright, at times a clown and has a deep love for his family and children. Usually he will get along well with other family pets if introduced to them at a young age.
Characteristics
The Boston Terrier is a lively, highly intelligent, smooth coated, short-headed, compactly built, short-tailed, well balanced dog, brindle, seal or black in color and evenly marked with white. The head is in proportion to the size of the dog and the expression indicates a high degree of intelligence. The body is rather short and well knit, the limbs strong and neatly turned, the tail is short and no feature is so prominent that the dog appears badly proportioned. The dog conveys an impression of determination, strength and activity, with style of a high order; carriage easy and graceful. A proportionate combination of ''Color and White Markings'' is a particularly distinctive feature of a representative specimen.
Did You Know
The Boston Terrier is one of America's native breeds having been developed in Boston, MA. The breed was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1893. The Boston Terrier is also sometimes called ''the American gentleman among dogs.''
and they are so cute lol i have 2 and just love them one named sam the other one candy
2007-01-06 14:54:58 · answer #9 · answered by cute redhead 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Go to YAHOO! and type in "dog breed selector" Several questionnaires will come up. They will ask you about your lifestyle and preferences. This should give you a good idea about the breed good for you. Once you get it narrowed down, go to akc.com and look at the breed standard. then you may want to volunteer at a shelter or rescue so you can meet the dogs in person and see if you connect. Another resource might be to go to a dog show. Whatever you do, don't go to a pet shop or a backyard breeder. Happy Hunting!!!!
2007-01-06 12:35:33 · answer #10 · answered by Nurse Autumn Intactivist NFP 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Why not look into a Cavalier King Charles spaniel or perhaps an English Toy spaniel? These breeds aren't as yappy as a lot of toys, nor are they one the toy breeds known to be snappers. You might also be interested in a brussels griffon. At any rate, you need to research the breed you're interested in to find out about potential health problems in the breed, etc., then try and actually meet a dog or two to find out if it's what you want in a dog.
2007-01-06 12:37:23 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋