getting a dog for the first time can someone suggest some small to medium breeds which i could get?

Answer 1

Doxen, beagle, chiwawa

Answer 2

I just got a cockapoo and we love him! We've had him 4 months and he's 23 lbs at 6 months, I don't think he'll top 30 lbs. He is the most docile, cute, obedient dog I've ever seen. I'll probably get slammed, I am new to this "Answer thing", but I have detected a definite "purebreed" bias. Yes a cockapoo is a "mutt", half Spaniel, half Poodle, but I don't care about lineage, I only care about the dog I have!

Breeders usually try to retain the small build of the American Cocker Spaniel, while retaining the wavy quality of the Poodle's coat. (Wiki). This means they have hair, not fur, thus no dander and don't shed. (me)

Cockapoos typically have fewer health problems than purebred dogs due to a trait called hybrid vigor. However, it is always important that the person looking to purchase a Cockapoo must find a reputable breeder who screens for health problems and certifies at least hips and eyes through the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals and the Canine Eye Registry Foundation or similar bodies.(Wiki)

People answering other questions here have said "there is no such thing as a reputable Cockapoo breeder" since they are not a recognized breed. Well that is not true. A reputable Cockapoo breeder can be a Poodle breeder who has expanded into Cockapoo's because of demand, or someone with a high quality Spaniel and Poodle who have produced consistently high quality puppies, as was the case for me. In other words, check references! In most cases they have a waiting list for puppies, at least in my area. I can only speak from personal experience.

Also, I would say check into rescue organizations in your area. You might find a great dog and save a life.

One benefit of getting an older dog is not having to go through the very demanding puppy training phase. Again, I speak from personal experience. It takes alot of time and commitment to raise a puppy properly. Think long and hard before getting any puppy, regardless of breed. Especially consider the amount of excise they require to be well balanced and whether or not you can provide it.

I will say though, if you have the time, having a puppy is great. People who used to ignore me walking down the street are suddenly my best friends because I have the CUTEST PUPPY THEY HAVE EVER SEEN!

Answer 3

I think if you left more details about what kind of dog you want exactly, you would get some better answers.
Consider things like this:

Activity level the dog has
Specific size of the dog
low or high-maintenance coat
easily trainable or requires lots of work to train
Playfullness level
Do you want a calm dog?
A protective dog?
An extremely loyal dog?


If this is your first dog ever, or a family dog, I would highly suggest an English Springer Spaniel, Cocker Spaniel, English Setter, Dachshund, Miniature/Standard Poodle, among others.

Like I said, there are many different breeds, and therefore, you have to find the one that is RIGHT for you!

Answer 4

I would say figure out what your lifestyle is then find the type of dog to suit it.

For example if you're really fit, there's dogs that were bred to work, so they'll have good metabolisms and need exercise to be happy, as seems to be the case with greyhounds.

However if you like to be lazy you may need to get a slower dog, I can't think of one, but there's lots. It's about your lifestyle and choosing a dog to suit it, not choosing a dog based on looks or someone else's opinion.

You do not want to have a dog that you feel is lazy if you're active, or that is depressed because you're not active and it needs exercise. So keep that in mind.

Temperaments are less important as you can train any dog to follow commands. They're generally followers, and you can take training classes if you're at a loss.

Also never get a dog just because it's cute or trendy, get one that you can you can make a longterm part of your family.

Answer 5

Choose according to your situation: time you can spend with pet, small yard, no yard, other pets, children, etc.
An excellent small breed dog for a best friend is a Jack Russell Terrier (they are very, very smart), only if you have a lot of love energy and time to play and spend with it, a golden retriever is a wonderful dog if you need a dog that will play, is also very, very smart, protective and not as hyper as a JRT. A Chihuahuas a barking, unfriendly, cute little pet. They like their owner and not too many others usually.

Answer 6

First make sure you know what you are getting into. Dogs are a huge responsibility, and need you to spend time with them to train, exercise, and play. Vet bills and proper nutrition are also very expensive.

Then, go to a shelter and rescue a homeless dog.

Answer 7

if u r a indian 4m rich family with eXtra care,get a Pocket dog
which costs nearly 1 lakh.
it is the smallest ever in india & may b in world toooo.
it coa b kept in ur jacket also.

Answer 8

well it depends on how much u wanna spend.labradors or dashunds can be good if u dnt wanna spend much but if spending is not a problem pugs or shar pie can be a great choice.bull dogs are also realy cute.

Answer 9

A must see site before adopting a puppy

Answer 10

Go for a beagle, they are fun, easy to train, and a great companion.