My grandpa is around 80 and is moving into a new house closer to us and we wanted to get him a puppy. What kind of dog would be calm and easy to train?
2007-01-23 14:59:16 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
and YES my grandpa wants a puppy and can walk it!!
2007-01-23 15:26:35 · update #1
a small dog. a Pomeranian perhaps
2007-01-23 15:06:18 · answer #1 · answered by ѕαяαн 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Considering th age of your grandfather and though he may be active,still spry, the demands of a puppy esp house training may not be something he wants to do and it would Not be a good relationship for him or the puppy INSTEAD Do Something Really Wonderful and Consider Rescuing a Older Settled Dog like a collie, german shepherd , MUTT-make the best pets for do not usually have the genetic diseases that affects most pure breds in their old age.Any dog will make a good companion if it is treaated with love and a Shelter esp the Humane Society and those it recommends pair the dog with the owner in temperament and lifestyle-do not make available for adoption- any dog that does not pass their tests to make sure no sign of possible agression and are up todate on shots and are in very good health(not put up for adoption until all health problems solved). Getting a match dog companion from a shelter also assures that you can, should your Grandfather pass before the dog ,return the dog then if no other home is available.Most Grandfathers usually just want a dog they can go for walks with,sit / lay beside them in the evening and catch a toy and bring it back when tossed and all shelter dogs are simply wanting a home and someone to love and be loved by .Although the local pound has many dogs and many possible candidates for loyal good pets there isn't the same care given to assure their health and temperament as at the shelters simply because there are so very many dogs at the pound. Also most of these shelter dogs will already be houstrained and know some basic obedience rules.
2007-01-23 23:19:05 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Gee, I really don't want to put a damper on the excitement on getting a new puppy, but unless you are planning on being with your grandpa alot, then I would suggest a slightly older dog. HOwever, if you are planning on getting a pup, I would suggest going with a smaller breed. The reason I say this is because some of the bigger breeds are too hard for the elderly to control, especially when they are going through their puppy stage. What about something like a maltese or a shitzu, something that has minimal shedding? You may be even lucky enough to find a mixed breed pup at a shelter in your area. Also ask other elderly folks in your area what they have for dogs or what they like the best. That might help a bit more with your decision. Good luck
2007-01-23 23:05:36 · answer #3 · answered by pink_avocado 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Poodles don't smell and don't shed, but you have to have them groomed every once in awhile. Chiquaqua's (sorry, can't spell it) don't need to be groomed but they need a bath every once in awhile, they are good lap dogs. (they shed too) Are you sure about a puppy? They are such a pain in the butt to train. A cat wouldn't be a bad idea. A lot easier and some cats like attention. Maybe a dog and a cat so they can play together. Think about the food too. It aint cheap. A small dog makes smaller messes and eats less. The best dogs I ever had were muts from the pound. Good luck.
2007-01-23 23:14:50 · answer #4 · answered by Becky F 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
May I suggest an older dog? Look into greyhound rescue. A lot of the females are around 50lbs, crate trained, leash trained, house broken, and know their basic sit and down commands and are eager to learn more. They do not shed a lot, do not have a doggie oder, no serious breed related health problems, rarely bark, and appreciate the chance at a second life.
2007-01-24 01:54:53 · answer #5 · answered by GreyChevelle 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure he wants a dog. Then think about how playful puppies are. You might want to look into rescuing an older dog from somewhere. Do some research about the general personalities of dogs and if you want to do pure breeds then try the rescue centers for those breeds. Good luck with your search.
2007-01-23 23:03:44 · answer #6 · answered by generalbailey 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It's a great thought but I wouldn't get him a puppy. It would be like giving him a toddler to care for and it's too much for a man that age.
Consider going to your local SPCA or PetSmart/Petco adoption event and rescuing a dog that's at least 2 or 3 years old, fixed, and housebroken. Dachsunds, Shih Tzus, and Lhasa Apsos are all smaller, calm breeds with good temperaments and aren't "yappy."
2007-01-23 23:12:23 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would go to the animal shelter and pick out a nice old dog, size doesn't matter but it would be nicer to get him an older dog that just needs some love in the end of its life. it would be calm and already trained. any puppy you get will be hyper to some extent unless you are perticularly good at training dogs
2007-01-23 23:06:24 · answer #8 · answered by unknown 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Maybe an Austrailian Shepard because they are very smart and eager to learn. As long as your grandfather is up to taking it for walk every day, it would be a good dog for him. Or a Pembroke
Welsh Corgi because they are a little less active.
2007-01-23 23:14:38 · answer #9 · answered by ♥ballerina♥ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I quite agree! There are so many wonderful senior dogs in desperate need of homes. These guys are mellow and already trained, and just looking for someone to love.
2007-01-24 07:54:54 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A cat. Dogs are too much for most older people, although I love them (dogs). I have a German Shepherd. Cats are pointless and only there for food and the litterbox. The rest of the time, they're too bothered to even deal with humans.
2007-01-23 23:05:42 · answer #11 · answered by jude7265 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋