i want to get my best friend in a dog. what types of dogs should i look for. labs, goldens,boxer?
2007-01-11 14:57:31 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Is your friend ready for a dog? It's a lot of responsibility. When we go on trips we have to call ahead and reserve rooms that accept dogs or get a sitter, ect. What about walking, does your friend enjoy walking, cause the dog is also going to need to be walked. Getting a dog sounds cute, but some people are not ready to have that kind of responsibility. It's ALMOST like having a child. If that isn't the right gift, good luck in finding another.
2007-01-11 15:12:30 · answer #1 · answered by -->-->Funkster 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I hope your friend likes large dogs that shed alot. All three breeds you named are high energy, need attention breeds. Labs can be very destructive chewers when bored so watch out. Goldens are good loyal dogs but they leave alot of hair all over the place. and boxers are prone to hip displasia which can be costly in the long run. All three will make a great pet but a dog is one of those things, I think, that a person has to choose on their own. One has to find the dog you click with. The one that when your eyes meet the two of you are already connected.
Good luck!
2007-01-11 23:24:32 · answer #2 · answered by TIM'S HOUSE 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think a lot of ppl misunderstood your question. I understood it as you are looking for a dog that will be your best friend...I have 3 best friends...a cairn terrier (2 y/o 9 lbs)....an american bulldog (6 m/o 62 lbs)...and a good ole american mutt (14 y/o 38 lbs) What can I say...I like variety.
When looking for a dog, take a good hard look at your living conditions and your lifestyle...research different breeds...and take your time. With the exception of the mutt which was a rescue situation, it took me at least a year to decide on a breed and on the right pup.
Cairn Terriers, as most small dogs are wonderful companions, but they are high energy and require LOTS of exercise...they also tend to be EXTREMELY protective and without proper training can become snippy with people and other animals.
My American Bulldog has a wonderful personality and loves kids. She was VERY easy to train and loves to cuddle on the couch watching tv. She has taken very well to being inside, however due to her size and the strength in her tail...all breakable items have been moved out of reach.
My American Mutt looks at me with such love in her eyes that you just melt when you see it. She was abused in her former home and it took a lot of time and patience to make her feel secure. It was difficult sometimes not knowing her background, but the time and effort were worth the result. She's a wonderful dog.
You see....any breed can be a wonderful pet and a great companion. You just need to take into consideration the amount of space you have...how much time you have to devote to your pet...and the different breed traits to find the right match for you.
2007-01-11 23:39:21 · answer #3 · answered by motomouth_1965 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just make sure your friend wants a dog and ask her what kind of dog would fit in with her llifestyles. There are many different breeds with distinct personality and behavioral traits. In order to make sure your best friend and her dog are a good match, you need to know what kind of care your friend can provide. For example if she's gone a lot from home she probably needs a more aloof breed rather than a breed that HAS to be around its people all the time. Just ask her what she wants, figure out a suitable breed and then go for that. You wouldn't want her to have to give up the dog because they don't match up well. Good luck!
2007-01-11 23:11:16 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have had boxers all my life and i can say that they are the best dogs ever! They are so loyal and the older they get the more loyal they become. Its as if they can understand english..anything i say to my 10 year old she does it!
I just lost my 13 year old boxer "Britney" last year and i was devistated. She was my best friend..went every where with me, and i still miss her so much.
With the experience i have had i know you would be so pleased with this breed.
Make sure you go to a breeder that you can see the mom and dad, you will be glad you did.
I hope you and your friend enjoy what ever dog you choose but my vote is for sure the Beautiful Boxer :)
Oh and just incase you decide to go with a smaller breed...my husband just bought me a chihuahua and oh my she is cute! Easy to take care of and so funny. Hours of entertainment watching my Boxer...chihuahua....and my husbands pug play.
(pugs are great too) Hilarious!
Good luck with whatever you decide...let us know
2007-01-11 23:35:00 · answer #5 · answered by petals1090 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Labs are always very good dogs if trained the correct way, but DEFINITELY look into adopting a puppy/dog first. There are so many out there that need homes, check on petfinder.com for ones in your area. The adoption dogs are most of the time very cheap and have already had necessary shots and maybe they have even been fixed.
2007-01-11 23:08:56 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to your shelters. Walk through, talk to the staff. Take the dogs you like for a short walk...see if you can get one on one time with it......pick a dog that seems to fit you. Shelter dogs make wonderful companions....just listen to what the workers there tell you about the dogs they see every day.
*******Did I read your question right? You are looking for a best friend IN a dog. The dog is for you. Isn't it? I like the idea about a stuffed dog with a note if you're plan was to give a dog as a gift.
2007-01-11 23:06:47 · answer #7 · answered by Jupiter 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pets should never ever be given as gifts. They are a lifetime commitment...dogs can live up to 16 or 17 years. The new owner should pick out their own pup to make sure it is a match and the one she wants for the next 15+ years. Most reputable breeders, shelters, and rescue groups will not sell or adopt to those giving as gifts, just an fyi.
2007-01-11 23:13:51 · answer #8 · answered by dog7788 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It depends on how active you are. Labradores and Golden retreievers are very active and like to run and are wonderful family pets. The Boxer is in the same line with being affection and a great family pet as well, not as high energy as the retrievers though.
2007-01-11 23:08:11 · answer #9 · answered by sonyab523 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you know if they like big or small dogs? I would get them a boxer, I have two and they are great. Good family dogs, smart, and look like scary guard dogs but are the sweetest ever! Make sure you meet the puppys parents and see how they are tempered.
2007-01-11 23:02:21 · answer #10 · answered by woohookiwis 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋