Im planing on getting a dog. What kind should I get?

Answer 1

It depends what your lifestyle is. I would recommend going to your local shelter and playing with all the different breeds. Let the dog pick you.

Here is a list of things you would need when you get a dog.

Must haves:
Water Dish
Food Dish
Toys ( no rawhide bad for the dogs)
Leash
Collar (right size for the dog)
Harness for walking ( right size for the dog)
Dog food (Natures Recipe best food)
Treats

Puppy:
Everything above and
Wee-Wee pads (if not house broken)

Answer 2

It depends on your lifestyle.
For example, do you live in a house with a lot of yard space? Or very little yard or an apartment? If you have a lot of yard then getting a big dog would be ok but if you don't have much yard or none then you should get a smaller dog that would require less space.
Also How often do you go for walks and excersize? If not a lot then you should get a less active dog.
Also do you want one that is good with kids and strangers? or do you want a one person dog? If you have a lot of family or kids or if you have a lot of young neighbours then I wouldn't recomend a one person dog.
There are quite a few sites out there that has information about different breeds. Also the local humane society or animal shelter should have lots of dogs that fit all these discriptions.

Most importantly however PLEASE be sure to get your dog spayed or nutered! There are to many unloved animals out there that need homes as it is and it would be wrong to add to that number.

Answer 3

The kind of dog you get should depend on your lifestyle. Are you away from home for long periods of time, or do you stay at home a lot? If the former, then you will want a dog that doesn't mind being alone, or maybe even two, so they can keep each other company. However, if you are a person who isn't at home a lot, you may want to reconsider getting a dog at all, because you won't be able to provide a constant, loving environment.
You should also think about your activity level. A dog can be energetic or always sleepy. You don't want to have an energetic dog if you don't want to walk or play with him/her!
Finally, PLEASE think about going to the pound to get your dog. All the animals there need a home. You could be saving a dog's life. Remember that it doesn't matter what kind of dog you get, or what kind of pedigree it has!

Answer 4

You'll want to ask yourself a couple of questions first.
How much time do you have to spend with the dog? Do you have a yard for exercising? Do you travel for work and will be gone for extended periods of time? Do you have small children that may step on or play to rough with a toy breed. Or, they are too small to have a large dog that could play too rough with them. There are a lot of things to consider when choosing a dog. Does the breed your looking at require a lot of grooming and or exercise. It is a long term commitment that shouldn't be taken lightly. With some research you should be able to find a pet that's right for you and your lifestyle. Do the research and talk to people in the dog community. Good luck and enjoy your new pet.

Answer 5

Any Black Lab Mix. I have two. They are wonderful. One I've had for 12 years, Boo. the other is about 2"?", Pandora. I've got a chocolate lab 1, Zoe.

I will tell you. Lab's require tons of patients. In the long run it is worth it. Everyone loves them.

Oh, I have a cat to, Snickers. I had to get the cat for the mice. The nice dogs just played with the rodents. Snickers gets the job done.

All 3 dogs and the cat are female.

Answer 6

You should concider where you live, apartment, in town, the country, so forth. If in town or apartment you probably would want a dog that is not like a hunting dog or herding dog, maybe concider a pup like a yorkie, dashound, chihauhau,poodle, that type. If in the country almost any type is good. Concider if it will be a house dog, if you want to deal with shedding. Always have your pup spayed or neutered unless it is being bought to breed, even then don't breed just to be breeding. my favorite for house dogs are, yorkies, they are intellegent, loyal, and don't shed, but they do need groomed. I have at this time a poodle, a dashound, and a schipperke. Any dog is great but all dogs need training and care and love

Answer 7

try you local humane society, SPCA as they are both no kill vacilities before you actually go, go online and see what is available. They will have pictures of the dogs, bios, and tell what home environments they are best suited for. Also they have been thoroughly checked over by a vet, given their shots, and have been spayed and neutered as well and any other medical problems addressed and taken care of. Plus you will be giving a loving dog chance at a forever home. I know, that is what I did.

Answer 8

All breeds have different personalities and characteristics so it depends on you. Also it depends on you dog experience some breeds are hard to handle. I have had tons of different breeds and although I love each dog I never fell inl ove with a breed until I met and then got my first Lab. Labs are great all around dogs and are easy to train due to their high intelligence. They are extremely loving, affectionate, devoted, versatile and easy to handle. You can take them any where without worrying about their behavior or being around kids dogs or people. I take my Lab hiking, swimming and camping in the summer and in the winter he goes sledding and snowmobling with us. They just love to be with you. I will never be without one.

Answer 9

Get a mutt, if you like big dogs then I suggest a mix of German Sheppard, Lab, and or Doberman, if you like medium size dogs then I suggest a mix of Irish Setter, Collie, and or Chow, and if you prefer small dogs then I suggest a mix of Scottish Terrier, Mini Poodle, and or Pekingese...

Answer 10

Kay Kay my experience with dogs is by trial and error.I have tried junkyard dogs,Mix breed, pure breeds and strays. The smartest ,easiest to train was a minitaure poodle that i got from the dog pound, I named him CHAMP.He loved to dress up in his motorcycle out fit or anything as long as he wae dressed.I miss him.He was a layed back pet.The other was a hyper english springer spaniel.A wonderful companion easy to train.But very hyper. (He loved to sit in my lap he weighed app. 48lb)Hope this is some help to you. Tom B [e-mail]