what is the perfect type of dog for kids who are 12?

Answer 1

I am 12, so this is an experienced answer-the best thing would to let her go to a pound, or shelter and choose a dog who needs help!She will feel proud of saving a life, and you will not have to worry about choosing the wrong dog! Iwould love to go to a shelter and save a dog-or two or three!All of the dogs at shelters are tested to see if they would make a good family pet so can be sure they are all safe!Plus- i know, some dogs you just don't connect to,and you wont get along with as well as with a dog.I also have the theory that pets adopt YOU-and they just have a feeling that you and they are sole mates! I hope this helps! P.S. Why buy when one (or two or three ) will Die? because adopting will save that life plus give more room for another who may be adopted to make more room and SO on and so on!

~lover of an Aussie border collie mix

Answer 2

There are lost of factors to consider when picking a dog. Pretty much any breed can be a great companion for older kids, so the question is what dog is right for your family. You have to take into consideration size, exercise needs, training needs, the kind of attitude you want in a dog, weather you want to groom a lot and if you can handle shedding and drool. Most twelve year olds love having a dog they can play with, in which case breeds from the sporting, herding, and terrier groups all make great pets, but with disadvantages. Sporting dogs must be exercised a lot, terriers take lots of training, Patience, and must be constantly on a leash, many herding breeds are smarter than their owners and require constant work or they will find it themselves, even if that means finding creative ways to open the kitchen cabinets when you aren't home. You can look at different breeds of dog on many websites, and can find them listed by group at www.akc.org. Some good family breeds to look at are:
Labrador Retrievers
Golden Retrievers
Australian Shepherds
Carin Terriers
Bichon Frise
Standard Poodles
Shetland Sheepdogs
Dachshunds
Miniature Schnauzers
West Highland White Terriers

When looking for a dog, remember that there might be a great companion at your local shelter. If you really want a purebred, you can find adult dogs in need of homes from breed rescue organizations, just google breed rescue (i.e. Golden Retriver Breed Rescue) to find organizations in your area. If you have your heart set on a puppy, there is no substitute for a responsible breeder. You can find a list of dedicated breeders at the breed club website, again google (i.e. Golden Retriever Club of America).

Answer 3

Consider a shelter dog. Many shelters have purebred animals, but the mixed breeds actually tend to stay healthier than the purebreds. Many shelter dogs are already trained and the staff has taken notes on each dog's disposition. The staff at any animal shelter would be happy to find the perfect dog for your family and situation! Good luck!

Answer 4

I think it's important you consider what you want in a pet as well, because in a few years, your children will be self-absorbed teenagers and you will likely be left with the bulk of care for this pet. In another few years, they will be off to college and you will likely be the sole care giver of said pet.

Here's a few important things to consider:
-energy level. Make sure you choose a dog with an energy level that matches your own.
- experience. Do you have experience with dogs? If not, you may want to select an easy-going, obedient breed.
- puppy or rescue? There are pros and cons to both. Puppies can be considerably more work then an adult rescue.
-lifespan and genetic diseases. Do your research. Certain breeds are predisposed to genetic deficiencies. Know what you are getting yourself into.
-breed or mixed dog. While mixed dogs are generally healthier, you know what characteristics you are getting with a specific breed.
- size

Good luck to you, I hope you find the best possible match for your lifestyle.

Answer 5

I am 12 rite now (this is pinkfzzymonkey77's daughter answering) and I have a black lab, pembroke welsh corgi, and a shih poo(shih tzu/poodle.) My 2 older brothers got the lab when I was 2 and he was the best dog that I have ever had. Good about Labs- playful, outgoing, never get tired of fetch, easy to train. Bad about Labs- prone to hip dysplasia. :(

The pembroke welsh corgi and shih poo i got just recently.

Good about Corgis- LOVE attention, funny looking so always can make you laugh, herd instict so very playful. Bad about Corgis- prone to a back problem because so low to ground, but not many get it at all, corgis can get overweight VERY eaisly.

Good about Shih Poos- energetic, LOVE LOVE LOVE to play, cute, good lap dogs, can quite down when owner asks, cute, kinda a low matience dog, have "human" hair so not lots of people are alergic. Bad about Shih Poos- tend to get matted very very very eaisly so need to be groomed maybe 2-3 times a week, need a winter jacket because have barely any fur or hair.

My other choices, would be (if I could get another pupp)........

1. Rescue from shelter, any breed that catches heart....
2. Siberean Husky (cute but tend to nip at people lots)
3. Mixed breed of any type (not prone to very many health problems.)
4. Cardian Welsh Corgi (look just like Pembrokes, but funnier looking)
5. Another Lab (because GREAT and loving dogs, but not higher up in my "list" because want different type of dog, that never had before.

Answer 6

A very tolerant breed...and hearty. Labs are usually good...they're patient and love to run & play. DO NOT get a Dalmation...they are great dogs, but can be very territorial and aren't real patient with kids as a rule.

If you want a smaller breed, I'd go some sort of rowdy terrier, say, a Jack Russel or maybe a Wire-haired terrier.

Good luck!

Answer 7

If you go to your local shelter, you can usually explain to them what you are looking for and they will help you make the best choice. Also, you can adopt the dog there. That would be your best bet because, not only are you giving an animal a home, you are also getting suggestions from the people who have worked with them.

Answer 8

They are many dogs that will be good with 12 year old children
I would suggest petfinder.com
They list dogs in shelters in your area
You can pick age and size of the dog
You will find the best dog for your family
Congratulations

Answer 9

well, there are a multitude of dogs that are good with kids. The differences are mainly in size, the ability to be alone, and hyperactiveness. Golden retrievers are a tried and true breed, but can be very hyper at times. My personal favorites are Cardigan Welsh Corgis. They love children, they're small, and easy to care for, and they love to play with people, but can be equally good playing by themselves for long periods of time.

Answer 10

sheltie's( very loyal), any type of spaniel( they're not big dogs but they are very loyal and love attention which is great with kids) , jack russel terriers or rat terriers(if you don't mind a hyper dog), beagles( they won't attach themselves to one child so you don't have to worry about one kid feeling left out), then there's always the more obvious choices, golden retrievers, labs, weimeriners, pugs, brussels griffin, american eskimo spitz, airidelle terrier, but there are so many different breeds of dog out there that are great with kids,look at your local bookstore for a book called the dog encyclopedia.