I'm getting a dog soon and I need to know which breed is the best. I want a dog that is good with children,strangers,and with older people. Does anyone know any breed?
2007-01-21 09:01:02 · 19 answers · asked by Dimitrius L 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Everyone has their own ideas. Try an Internet Site on dog breeds, and talk to your friends and family. Every dog has pros and cons - even within breeds. But the best thing you can do is to rescue a dog, instead of buying one - whatever breed you choose. It is very rewarding!
2007-01-21 09:09:56 · answer #1 · answered by CC 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
It really comes down to how you take care of the dog. If you purchase a puppy from a reputable breeder, and take care to train the puppy and socialize him or her well, to other dogs, children, and strangers, then you will wind up with a well adjusted dog who gets along well with everyone. Any dog will have to be watched carefully around children, and a younger dog might be too energetic for frail, elderly people.
Labrador Retrievers, and Golden Retrievers generally make good family dogs, but they require lots of exercise (beyond a daily walk), and it takes them two or three years to get beyond the puppy stages and settle down into mature dogs. You might look into adopting an adult dog, if you need a calmer dog right away.
2007-01-21 17:25:13 · answer #2 · answered by rita_alabama 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
labrador or retrivers are loyal easy to train, but will need quite a bit of exercise. if you want something smaller perhaps a terrier
you might like to do some research by looking on dog breeds sights kennel club run discover dogs you may like to try that it gives you all the info you need. why not go to your local dog home and have chat see what they have they usually match the dog to the person good luck
2007-01-21 17:10:34 · answer #3 · answered by the trotter 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Golden Retriever
2007-01-21 17:06:34 · answer #4 · answered by FireProoF 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe a boxer. But you should probably do some searching on the Internet before you make a purchase. Read about all the different breeds
2007-01-21 17:06:09 · answer #5 · answered by khrissy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should maybe go 2 a website on what kinds of breeds of dogs there r and choose the dog that will fit u. For my opinion, i would go with a golden retriever or labrador.
2007-01-21 17:21:56 · answer #6 · answered by LaLa 1 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I would suggest getting a young dog with a sweet personality. Then make sure you socialize it to lots of different types of people. If you get a puppy talk to your vet about puppy classes, they will help shape his behavior to what you want. Remember, the owner has the last say in the behavior a dog develops. commit yourself to helping your dog be well mannered and it will come.
2007-01-21 17:13:01 · answer #7 · answered by Katie M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can go on pedigree.com there is a test to know which dog breed is the best for you
2007-01-21 17:34:35 · answer #8 · answered by hoshmoot_19 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd suggest a Bichion Frise (wonderful with older people), or a Golden Retriever, and Labs are good too. However, here is a suggestive link:
http://dogs.about.com/od/beforeyougetadog/Considering_a_Dog.htm
2007-01-22 21:16:32 · answer #9 · answered by Amythcrystal 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A great way to find the dog you just described is to go to several animal shelters and rescues and meet a bunch of different dogs. If you have your heart set on a purebred pup don't worry shelters and rescues have more then you could ever imagine.
2007-01-21 17:11:47 · answer #10 · answered by birdgirl 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋