2007-01-27 07:57:58 · 12 answers · asked by Brezze101 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Go to YAHOO! and type in "dog breed selector" Several questionnaires will come up. They will ask you about your lifestyle and preferences. This should give you a good idea about the breed good for you. Once you get it narrowed down, go to akc.com and look at the breed standard. then you may want to volunteer at a shelter or rescue so you can meet the dogs in person and see if you connect. Another resource might be to go to a dog show. Whatever you do, don't go to a pet shop or a backyard breeder
2007-01-27 08:04:37 · answer #1 · answered by Nurse Autumn Intactivist NFP 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you live in an apartment or you don't have enough time to walk the dog and play with it regularly, and you don't have a lot of money for it, then get a small dog or just wait for the perfect time. If you have a lot of time, responsibility, and love, and money at that, then you should have no problem with a medium to large sized dog. the breed in it's self doesn't really matter, although dogs can be categorized by breed, for instance, Labradors are supposed to be great family dogs, I used to breed them, and I had a few that we had to put down because they were so aggressive and untrainable. All I can say is do your research and ask questions.
2007-01-27 16:05:54 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You should get a Border Collie, or a Jack Russell terrier and name it "teacher". These breeds are known for being quite intelligent.... So intelligent, in fact, that the dog could probably teach you to spell correctly. Good luck!
2007-01-27 16:07:20 · answer #3 · answered by SmartDogsRule 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It depends on the situation. Listed are some really nice breeds:
cavalier king charles spaniels: great family pets, good size, usually very nice and submissive
border collies/aussies/cattle dogs: amazingly loyal, good for agility, but careful:if you don't train them correctly or don't give enough exercise, you'll have a bad dog
golden retrievers: nice for the 3 times a wk walk, undemanding, great family dogs, submissive.
dachsunds,shitzus: great travel companions, low maintenance, submissive
greyhounds/whippets: great companions, good for short walks
sweetest things EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :D
dogs to NOT get:
chihuahuas, yorkies, papillons: YIPPER DOGS THAT WILL DRIVE YOU CRAZY
rhodesion ridgeback: these are great dogs, but are not for the beginner handler/trainer
2007-01-27 16:31:00 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
it depends on your lifestyle but here are some common breeds and names
BREEDS
1.Lab
2.Chihuahua
3.Yorkshire Terrier
4.Golden Retriever
5.Maltese
6.Poodle
7.Jack Russel Terrier
8.Pomeranian
9.German Sheperd
10.Border Collie
NAMES
1.Jack
2.Max
3.Izzy
4.Pumpkin
5.Jayla
6.Comit
7.Taz
8.Leo
9.Gypsy
10.Coach
2007-01-27 16:07:23 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Pugs are great..my family has had a lot of dogs but pugs are our favorite breed. and the name just depends on the type of dog they are. playful? lazy? or do you have a fav. tv show? those always have good names
2007-01-27 16:07:09 · answer #6 · answered by Allison 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You speeled should wrong!I like corgis but any dog is good to buy.The name depends on what your dog looks like.A good name is chesnut if your dog is a softer color.
2007-01-27 16:25:44 · answer #7 · answered by Pete's gurl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I like Boxers! They are great family members that are loyal and protective. They are great with kids. Not to big, not to small. As for a name you could call it Laylal or Buster.
Good Luck choosing!
RB
2007-01-27 16:09:57 · answer #8 · answered by riobob00 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I don't know what breed you s-h-o-u-l-d get or a name for him or her.
2007-01-27 18:39:29 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
a shih tzu and name her Zoey
2007-01-27 17:18:32 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋