ok here is the thing...i owned a dog for 6 yrs, i had a baby and i couldnt trust my dogs half cresent glares...my nephew (2) was bit in the face by a dog, 22 stiches in his face, he lived with that dog from a pup german/rotti, i am single on my own with a baby in a house and want protection as well as a pet, someone i can turn my back to with my daughter there in the backyard knowing a stranger just cant swoop her out from behind me. one that will not bite her for walking by its bed..but lick her. i only want 1 dog but the dogs that fit my budget.. boxer/lab..2 fems..6 weeks, 1 male shepard/lab....very tiny 6 weeks old..shep/golden retriever..2 males 6 weeks..1rotti/lab..fem..8 weeks..1 chow/shep..12 weeks..fem (named) i do live in a house and have a fenced in backyard...i have room for any of the above but i just dont know what to get because the last one i has was shep/wolf/irish wolf hound and he attacked dogs and didnt like strangers, i want my dog to only be weary but friendly.
2007-03-01 13:08:17 · 33 answers · asked by be_hopeful_4_today 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Training is key issue with all dogs. If you play tug-of-war or any sort of aggressive games with them then they can become agressive in temperment. Also looking at breeds you have to decide what type of dog you want. Rotti's are bred for protection so expect them to be territorial. The same goes for german shepherds. Boxers are bred for fighting so they can be aggressive too.Personally from the choices you have there i would go for the shephard/golden retriever cross. Make sure that the puppy is not the runt of the litter with something to prove. Make sure that the puppy doesn't startle easily and that when it is being fed it doesn't growl or act defensive towards its food as if your child interferes with it eating you don't want it to snap at your child.
2007-03-01 15:04:08 · answer #1 · answered by emmy0355 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I CANT BELIEVE SOME OF THESE ANSWERS THAT YOU ARE RECEIVING, when it comes to you already have your hands full, of course you have your hands full with a 19 month old. BUT you know rather or not you are ready for a family pet, especially if you want one for protection there is absolutely nothing wrong with adding a puppy or pet to your family to be honest I would suggest a BOXER especially with a child even a small child, if you get a puppy BOXER they are WONDERFUL PROTECTORS and they are the BEST family dogs around do your research on the BOXER I think you will be impressed they may be somewhat intimidating but thats how they look, their nature is FAMILY LOYALITY you will not be disappointed, My mother has one his looks are tough he is a very loyal dog his name is Harley (agreat name for a BOXER) lol well good luck do not let anyone discourage you from getting a pet if you want one, If you do choose a shelter be careful I would not adopt one unless you introduse your child to it first, also be sure that you mfind it homeay return the dog if it does not work out I am not by any means downing a shelter or humane society its just that the shelter staff has no guarantee on how a animal has acted with a child in the past I work in a shelter we do our best to kid test the animals brought in and if they are aggressive they go down right away we have people all the time trying to pawn their dogs off on us one just called last week wanting to bring a Rott in because it bit his 2 year old, no way we will rehome a biting dog!!!!!!!
2007-03-01 15:30:21 · answer #2 · answered by dog hunter 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
None of them. You have your hands full already with a baby and being on your own. You also have some reservations about getting a dog that should throw up a big red flag. Your daughter is small, and I doubt you will be just leaving her alone in the yard for at least another 3 years- why not wait until then when you are not so busy with all the baby things.
By weary- do you mean territorial or do you mean sus picious of people? Either way that sets up for biting- fear biting or agression biting.
I am not trying to be mean, but I have been on my own with a baby before and I sure as heck did not have time for a puppy. Just speaking from experience.
2007-03-01 13:20:00 · answer #3 · answered by rottymom02 5 · 4⤊ 0⤋
To tell you the truth, dogs really dont like small children and thats a big part why there are so many animals attacks. An alarm system would do the same thing as a dog. Wait until she is old enough to understand how to be cautious around animals. You are also looking at a lot of dogs that have agressive tendencies like the chow.
2007-03-01 15:11:40 · answer #4 · answered by Erin 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have a male 100 lb 10 month old German Shepard. They are really great protectors, but the males can get a little moody when they don't get there way. He never lets anything happen to my nephew and neice. My nephew and neice have a female shepard doesn't let any strangers get near them. If I were choosing a dog for my kids it would be a female german shepard. Just be forewarned that as puppies they tend to play rough but calm down when they reach about 9 months.
2007-03-01 13:29:54 · answer #5 · answered by Lynn 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sorry I can't recomend you get any dog at this time. Your already too busy. With a baby that young a puppy is not a good idea. As a breeder I always was very causious of young couples with Babies and very small children. Pups grow so much more quickly than any child and soon they had a romping 50 pound puppy on their hands and felt overwhelmed. I strongly suggest you wait until you baby is older and then you can both pick out just the right dogs for the both of you.
2007-03-01 13:28:57 · answer #6 · answered by ♥Golden gal♥ 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Wait a few years. Probably best for the family and the dog/pup.
Your 19 month old already requires so much of your time, and will be hard to teach how to respect a puppy. New puppies require alot of work and are very playful and nippy. Wait till the baby is 3-4 when you can start to teach how they can help with a dog/puppy.
2007-03-01 14:54:26 · answer #7 · answered by yarmiah 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would have 2 suggestions. The first would be an older dog from a shelter or rescue. These dogs are typically temperment tested which would help put your mind at ease. The second would be a mastiff, but only if you have the space and money. This is a very large dog. But notoriously, it is a very protective, loyal breed that is excellent with children. I have one, and trust me, they just don't care what you do to them. But don't just take my word for it. From the eukanuba web site:
http://us.eukanuba.com/eukanuba/en_US/jsp/Euk_Page.jsp?pageID=DBSLP&breedName=106&_requestid=235194
Behavior:
Children: Excellent with children.
Friendliness: Fairly friendly with strangers.
Trainability: Somewhat difficult to train.
Independence: Moderately dependent on people.
Dominance: Low.
Other Pets: Good with other pets only when raised with them from puppyhood.
Combativeness: Not generally dog aggressive.
Noise: Not a barker.
2007-03-01 13:21:01 · answer #8 · answered by krissy4543 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
A puppy is fine as long as you have the time and energy to correct the puppy and to let it know your child is not a play toy. But it sounds like your hands are full! I would not recommend a large breed dog or puppy it may be better to wait until your child is a little older. Second NEVER NEVER leave your child alone with any dog no matter what!!!!! Your child should go wherever you go. I own a Rotti and an Akita mix and never leave kids alone with them. Not because they bite but becuase they see me as there leader. They know when Im there what is and isnt allowed. Puppies ae high energy and have to be taught what their boundries are and what is allowed.
2007-03-01 13:41:48 · answer #9 · answered by libsmacker 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
A puppy is a bad idea at that young of an age, mainly because they like to lick faces, nibble, play, and nip at children. We had problems with our Chocolate Lab when he was a puppy, he would think the way he could play with us, was okay to play with my little brother. I would wait till about 2 years old, then the puppy can grow up with the child a little bit more. Also don't get a Chihuahua because they are small, they are mean and territorial.
The only dog I will absolutely recomend 100% if you REALLY want a dog, would be a herding/protective dog such as Saint Bernard, but even they can be rowdy as pups...
(Don't get a cat either, our cat used to take down my brother by his diaper.)
2007-03-01 13:17:37 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋