Best inside pet?

Question

I really love dogs a lot and have wanted one for a long time now. I have been researching toy breeds for quite some time now and I can't determine which would be best for me. I have almost come to the conclusion that maybe I should get a kitten. That away it is already potty trained, will not disturb the neighbors and is clean. Although this seems like the easy pet solution, I wouldn't get to take it places with me as easily as a dog (to the park, riding in the car, etc). I have researched all the breeds, but I seem to find faults in all of them. I know there is no perfect breed, but for someone who works 4-noon five days a week, lives in an apartment, what would be the best breed between a chihauha, papillon, yorkie, pomeranian, **** tzu, maltese? If any other breeds are better, write those down for me. I'm looking for a relatively quiet, laid back dog that will be a great companion. Thanks!

Answer 1

Here's a handy "breed selector" utility that might help you find the breed that's best suited to your lifestyle...it's on the eukanuba site:

http://www.eukanuba.com/en_BI/jhtmls/breed_selector/sw_BreedSelector_page.jhtml?li=en_BI&bc=E&pti=BS&sc=&lsc=&bsc=

Don't get a cat. You'll regret it, when your furniture is either covered in hair, clawed up, or smells like cat urine. They aren't as clean as you think. Also, check with your landlord to see what their policies are about pets. Good Luck.

Answer 2

I would recommend getting a young adult cat, rather than a kitten...and get two. That way they have someone to keep them company during the times when you are gone. The shelters are overflowing with cats and kittens these days.

A dog is a great responsibility, and takes ongoing training. They need to be taken outside every 2-4 hours for potty breaks, and they need attention. They are very "pack" or human oriented.

Think really hard before investing time and effort into a puppy or dog. Try sitting for a friend's pet for a few days to see if you can handle the rountine.

The shelters are also full of dogs and puppys. The primary reasons given for turning a dog into the shelter are:

1. I don't have time. I have to work, play, socialize.
2. We got this puppy, but it won't stop going to the bathroom.
3. We are moving.
4. We are having a baby.
5. It costs too much money for food and vets, etc.

Please do yourself and the animals a favor and do the research. Practice with a friend's pet, and really ask yourself if you have the time, money and energy to devote to a little being like a dog. Because they are beings, not belongings.

Answer 3

Dont think just because you are getting a kitten they will automatically be potty trained. I had one one time that used the litter box but that still didnt prevent him from squatting wherever he wanted when he felt like it. I have a cat and a dog. I love my cat but i wouldnt trade in my dog for anything in this world. If you are worried about housetraining or you want a dog thats not so hyper active, look into adopting a young adult dog.

Answer 4

i'd go for either the shih-tzu,papillon or pomeranian. another breed is the bichon frise or basenji. if i had to choose a dog. we are a family of husband,wife,1cat,&1 rabbit. the rabbit is lovable however the cat is my kid. she has the run of the house all day,didn't bother the neighbors when we lived in the apartment,doesn't have to go outside in the cold during the middle of the night, catches/chases flies, makes us laugh with cute kitty tatics gives stress releaving purrs, paw massages, and cuddles. one downfall (to some people,but not us) bristlebrush kisses on the nose/forehead from her.

Answer 5

I personally recommend the toy Poodle. They possess extreme intelligence, are easily trainable (Poodles are the smartest dogs on earth), promptly obedient, affectionate, loyal (they LOVE their owner), don't shed, are hypoallergenic & do not get a doggie smell when wet. Regular grooming is essential but there are many choices of style that require less intensive grooming. Talk to a groomer about your choice(s).

Answer 6

A short-haired chihuahua. They are small, cute, and very well tempered as long as you don't start playing rough with them while they are puppies.

Answer 7

yorkie