our family wants a dog- my dad is the only one who has had experience as a dog owner but weve had other animals- cats, rabbit, fish- but we realize there is no comparisson to taking care of a dog. we like calm, not too hyper, medium sized dogs. oh and my sister is allergic to some animals so we're trying to get a hypo-allergenic or one who doesnt shed alot. any suggestions? help needed!
2007-01-14 05:27:08 · 13 answers · asked by becca: ) 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
what do u think of a wheaten-terrier? that seems to be a favorite of our famiily. any wheaten-terrier owners? thanks for your help already. the website was great thanks molly t!
2007-01-14 05:49:19 · update #1
put in your information at this quiz and then go get one at your animal shelter please!!!!
http://animal.discovery.com/breedselector/dogselectorindex.do
good luck on getting your new best friend
2007-01-14 05:32:49 · answer #1 · answered by momo! 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well if you go to your local dog resecue centre they can advise you on what dog is suitable and you are more likely to get a calm dog that will suit your families needs.
They very often have pedigrees there thesedays as well as mongrels.
It means you'd be giving a good home to a needy doggy!
2007-01-14 05:59:29 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
An older mutt from the shelter!!
Puppies can be such a hassle when you're a first time owner. Get a calm, animal friendly mutt (or purebred) from your local shelter.
2007-01-14 05:32:47 · answer #3 · answered by shute210@sbcglobal.net 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well if you want a medium size then i'd go w/ a dachshund(there r miniature and regular ones)they dont shed to much,they r only hyper wen u want them to be,they r protective,they take a little time to potty train but not that long.they r great w/ little kids,because they dont really bite much.
2007-01-14 05:41:31 · answer #4 · answered by bethany 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yorkies are great for a first dog. they don't shed- they are have a "human" type hair instead of "fur".
they can be small to medium size. low maintaince, good disposition, no health issues with the breed, they live a long time- mine is 14yrs. great with children, they can be kinda "yappy" and terratorial.
good luck with your pup
2007-01-14 05:39:09 · answer #5 · answered by Wild Honey 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would suggest a Bichon Frise, but you can go to the American Kennel Club web site and check out other breeds.
2007-01-14 05:32:41 · answer #6 · answered by empresspekes 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dachshund they are the bert dogs they can be hyper but they love to sleep and to be cuddled they don't shed alot and they are friendly
2007-01-14 05:38:09 · answer #7 · answered by Dawn M 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you could get a chinese crested dog because they have no fur but all dogs shed but the usually calm and laid back breed would be my favorite a shar pei or a golden retriever.
2007-01-14 05:39:10 · answer #8 · answered by bunny fun rabbitry 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can't go wrong with a Jack Russel Terrier... they are great pets, smart and clean and good with kids. You won't be sorry.
2007-01-14 05:36:51 · answer #9 · answered by eggman 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i love the dog i have now, its part aeridale(dont know if i spelt it right) and part labrador. its perfect b/c it doesnt shed, its easy to train, its got a great sence of humor, and it is very affectionet
2007-01-14 05:30:58 · answer #10 · answered by Josh 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋