What kind of dog should i get?

Question

i just recently lost my dog. ㅠ.ㅠ i'm really sad but i'm really lonely without a dog right now....so any suggestions??

Answer 1

Go find you one at the pound or animal shelter. Lots to choose from and lots that could use your love. it sounds like you have alot to give.

Answer 2

I lost my dog too once,... I got another one after maybe about three or four months, and it actually kind of helped. I say get either a medium sized dog, or a toy sized breed because those kinds are not so big. Also, if you are thinking about getting a dog soon then look for a dog that has a sweet temperemant, and you should get one that fits your lifestyle. For example, if you are an outdoors person, you probably want to get a dog that likes to excercise. If you don't have time, then you probably want a dog that won't disturb the neighbors, and one that won't mind being by itself. So, it all depends on you! My first dog was a pomeranian, and my recent one is a papillon.

Answer 3

Make sure to choose a breed that matches your lifestyle. For example,if you're a couch potato,DON'T get a Border Collie,who has a natural high energy,since they were bred to herd livestock.

If you live in an apartment,a small breed might better suit your needs,over a 160 pound Great Dane.

If you don't want to have to take your dog to the groomer often,a Poodle or many Terrier breeds might not be for you.

If you attend school,or work all-day,Herding breeds might not be for you,since they can become destructive when bored (IE; Chewing on your brand new leather sofa,eating your window curtain,ETC)

If you have young children,remember that smaller breeds can become more easily hurt (IE; Child accidently falls on dog. Big dog=no problem. Small dog=Trip to emergency vet and perhaps treatment for a broken bone.) Also remember,smaller breeds can be less patient,and more snippy.


Evaluate your lifestyle. What qualities/traits you want in a dog. Do you want a dog who is good with strangers? Some breeds are not,although any breed can be,with proper socialization. Do you have children/neices/nephews/younger cousins around? You'll want a breed who is gentle and good with children. Do you want a dog that will guard your home? A Golden Retriever might not be your breed. Carefully think about these,and other questions,before choosing any breed.

Answer 4

It depend on where you live and how much time you can spend with the dog: I strongly recommend that if you have to leave the dog alone parts of the day to go to work, etc, and you live where your neighbors can hear them barking, Don't get a beagle they hate to be alone and will bark allll day. But on the other hand, my beagle is the best dog I have ever had: I got her from the animal shelter. They are very lovey and loyal. If you're not into hounds, Lab's and golden retreivers are great dogs! once you figure out what breed you like, I STRONGLY reccomend the animal shelters. You can even find purebred dogs there if that is what you're looking for

Answer 5

http://puppydogweb.com/profiles.htm

This site is wonderful. It tells you all about every breed on the planet, complete with illustrations. You will know its needs and what to expect, very important considerations.

You know your lifestyle better than any of us on here and know what you are equipped to handle. For example labs are wonderful upbeat dogs, but miserable if you live in a bachelor pad! There are even books out now on what dog suits what size home with compatibility!

http://www.etenerife.com/dogs/the_right_dog.htm

I am sorry about the loss of your pet. We have all lost our best friend at some point if we have kept a doggie. A new puppy will never replace your old darling but it sure will start healing the pain and filling the vacuum left in your heart!

Answer 6

What kind of dog did you have before? There are compatibility tests for the best dog for your lifestyle. I adopted a pound dog. They have lots of love to give. Find a dog who is suited to the amount of time you have to be at home, whether you have a fenced yard, etc. The great thing about dogs is that they'll love you. I hope you find the right one!

Answer 7

With out knowing about you and your life style I can't tell you what breed of dog to get. A pound puppy is the best idea. You can go and meet as many as you need before you find the prefect new puppy or older dog.

Answer 8

Check your local pound.

But if you're set on a quality bred pure-bred dog, get a list of dog breeds. Research the breed's that catch your eye, thoroughly. (health issues, temperment, activity level, grooming demands, trainability, how they do with children, ect.) Because none of us can tell you which type to get - we have no idea what your life style is like.

Answer 9

well i presonily thank that you should get a boxer (only as a puppy) they are better with traning. I should know i have 3 of them.Good Luck with it .they also need to go out for a walk for about 30-1hr every day. and they love children but not many dogs( unless you want to clan up blood all the time.)

Answer 10

you should get a small and unique puppy. small puppies are cute and comforting in a time of grieving. I have a brussel griffon/ poodle and she's really cute. You should get a unique mix that some people never even heard of. Good luck finding a doggy and sorry for your loss.

Answer 11

I recently got a great dane and I absolutely love her. She is nice, and great with kids. However, they do get big. Other suggestions are golden retrievers, black labs, husky, and german sheperd. I love all of these dogs. Good luck though.