Which dog breeds are the healthiest?

Question

Hi,
I'd like to learn which dog breeds are good options to consider if:
-the health of the breed is a top priority and
-if you're looking for a rather sporty pet dog that fits in an apartment house.

Thanks for any replies in advance!

Answer 1

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


Can I recomend Greyhounds? They tend to be healthy and although large, are actually pretty sedate. Their exercize requirements can be met with short running bursts every day. They make wonderful apartment dogs

Answer 2

- ALL breeds have some health concerns - this is why its super important to get the dog from a reputable breeder who has done all the checks on the parents AND shown them to prove they were worthy of breeding
and NEVER get one from a pet store or back yard breeder - who's sole concern is PROFIT!!!!

with purebreds you have the advantage of knowing what health problems are related to the breed so you know what to watch for and how to avoid it

mutts sometimes tend to have fewer health problems but their is a trend to intentionally bred mutts and give them fancy names and a rediculously high price tag.. these dogs are not the best choice because the people are breeding only for profit and dont give a dang about the health of either parent...

a rather sporty dog for an apartment?? NOT A PUPPY!!!!!!
perhaps a boxer? or a Shih Tzu..
NOT an intelligent breed which will become bored and destructive (eg NO border collie.. no jack russell terrier)

really its best to save your $$ and wait until you get a house with a fenced yard before you get a dog..

Answer 3

As a general rule, the closer the breed is to the ancestral size and form the fewer problems you have. Genetic problems tend to be more common in breeds that are unusually large (e.g. Great Dane), unusually small (e.g. Chihuahua, most toy breeds), or which have an unusual head shape (e.g. Collie, Boston Terrier) or body shape (e.g. Bulldog, Dachshund).

The smallest dog breed I'd consider would be the Jack Russel Terrier; good larger choices include the Labrador Retriever and Brittany Spaniel.

Answer 4

All breeds, due to over and inter breeding, have genetic problems. The healthiest dogs are, believe it or not, mutts. Their combination with other breeds lessens the chance that they get these genetic problems. Try looking in an animal shelter.

I know the feeling of worrying about a dog's health. I had the sweetest dachshund who died at the age of four due to a genetic disease he had. The disease was caused by overbreeding, and it broke my heart. Good luck with selecting you breed!

Answer 5

All breed have their health problems. Some more than others. You need to pick a few breeds YOU like then do your own research to become aware of that breeds problems, and then decide what you want.

Answer 6

Poodle..

Answer 7

golden retrievers