i am getting a dog what kind do you think i should get, what should i name it?

Answer 1

You would need to provide more information as to your life style, living arrangements, and your preferances as far as big, little, long hair, short hair...things of that nature BEFORE anyone could suggest a "breed to get"...Good luck

Answer 2

As different breeds require different handling, space, food etc then without knowing more about YOU it's impossible to say! I can tell you better what to avoid! Stay away from any originally bred to guard like Rotties, Dobermans and Shepherds, if you can't choose a breed I'm guessing you are in-experienced and The Guard breeds need Correct handling and training always! If you don't have a lot of spare time and are not interested in Obedience or Agility or some other activity then avoid Border Collies! They are the most intelligent breed but that intelligence needs to be used constructively! You Should always find out as much as possible about any breed before you buy or 'rescue' one but if you have the room a good dog to start with I'd say would be a retired Grey-hound. Still young and active but they don't need as much exercise as you'd expect. They prefer to laze around! The short hair is easy to maintain and the temperament is good. As for a name it should be 1 or 2 sylables long or at least able to be shortened to that. i.e 1 Ben 2 Billy. It's easier for the dog to learn! Try and avoid 'popular' names unless you don't mind every second dog you meet having the same! There are lots of Buffy's around here! Good luck choosing the right one and I hope they bring you lots of fun and love!

Answer 3

Before anything, do a lot of research for a dog that suits your lifestyle best. Stay away from that ohhh hes so cute instinct...You want a breed that is known to be sound in temperament. I think this is the first and one of the most important things to look for. Then look at size, and maintenance...among some other things your lifestyle would call for...

I personally am a big fan and owner of a Boxer.. Needs lots of exercise, and yes some health issues later on in life. (all breeds have some health issues) But all in all, a wonderful dog. They have a great temperament, very intelligent, with a will to please. They are low maintenance, a quick brush/wipe once a week and they are ok.. They are also very good with children.
If the Boxer isn't something you may want, look for a similar dog...

as for names...well that's a little more personal, I would say, anything original....lots of websites to help with that...www.dognames.com
Whatever you do, stay away from the pet stores. look for a reputable breeder..the best way I feel of getting a dog...

good luck

Answer 4

You have to think about what dog would suit you. You have to think about where would you keep it do you have a home or an apt. Do you want a purebreed dog or just a mix breed so long as its a dog. Are you the athletic time and are going to enjoy going out for runs when your energetic dog pulls you towards the park. Do you want a dog thats a guardian or one thats friendly to everyone. Do you want to clean a big mess or a little. Do you want a dog that is easy to train or hard to train and will you be looking to doing a sort of activity with it such as agility or weight pulling if so, what breed would be more fit for that. Is there a breed that you have seen on tv or somewhere that has caught your eye. If so, look it up and see if it's the kind of dog for you. A lot of people get puppies or dogs and don't know what they are getting into be prepared for the worst, like the crying if your getting a puppy, or bad habits if your getting an older dog. If you are prepared then you will be less likely to give up your dog when you get fed up with it or quit when you no longer have patience. Yes, Get a dog. Just educate yourself about it first. Make sure you are willing and able to give a dog the best home ever. I have Siberian Huskies and they are very energetic and some are vocal...others I have managed to train but it has been a long journey. Some names I have are Picaro, Abigail, Rose or Rosa, Princess, and Samson. Three of them are rescued dogs and they came to us with their own minds, and own habits which we have been able to break. Still working on the howling. My brother just got beagles and they are a hand full very active, vocal, and march to their own drummer.....as i've read..they will be harder to train. Think about it and good luck.

Answer 5

I personally love Labrador Retrievers and I have owned tons of different breeds prior. But now I would never be without one. But it all depends what you want, your lifestyle and how much dog experience you. Some breeds are stronger/more dominant and should not be owned by inexperienced dog owners. Maybe should visit your local animal shelter and spend some time with all the dogs and see what you like best. Also you have a wide range of breeds sizes and care needs. Plus you will be giving a dog a home and a second chance.

Answer 6

Here is a site that I just love. It has a area where you can research the breeds. It tells you about each one. This site also has a list of names for you to consider. There is also a place to buy dogs but if you want you could decide on a dog and then check humane society or shelters. At least you will have a decent idea what you are looking for in a dog.
Good Luck.

http://www.nextdaypets.com/directory/breeds/

Answer 7

I agree with the other people . It really depends on where you live and what lifestyle you live .m Like if you live in a apartment , you should get a small dog like a yorkie, but the worst thing to do is put a bigger dog in a small space where it doen't have space to run. But if you live in a houst that you own and nice big yard you should get a larger dog , it is all your choice. But please don't buy a pruebred, they have issues and behavior problems. You should go to a shelter and look at all the dogs and then ask the people what type they would choose.
Hope This Helps!

Answer 8

When picking out a dog you need to pick out one that best suits your needs. Are you looking for a small dog, a medium dog, a large dog? What kind of breed are you looking for? Are you sure you're ready for a dog? Are you home a lot to take care of a dog? How old are you? Are you ready for the responsibility that goes along with taking care of a dog? I don't know anything about you. Do you have the time to walk a dog and take care of his needs? He needs a lot of attention and love. Do you want a pure bred dog or do you want a rescued dog? Have you asked yourself any of these questions?? Do you want a puppy or do you want a full grown dog?? Do you have the patience to train a puppy? Do you have property for a large dog to run? All of these questions have to be answered before you can decide on what kind of dog you want. Are you planning on having your dog neutered or do you want to breed? A lot to think about hey? Good luck with your dog!!!!!!! The name will come later.

Answer 9

What kind of dog?
The Discover Dogs section at Crufts is a great way to find out what kind of dog is best for you - but it won't happen again until next year. We went this year and had a great time walking around and seeing all of the different dogs. You can talk to the owners and find out what the dogs are like. Maybe there are other dog shows you can go to?

Seeing all kinds of dogs and talking to dog owners is one of the best ways to find out what kind of dog to get because you can compare your situation to theirs and see if what works for them will also work for you. It also depends on what you want from a dog and how big/small you want, whether you have children, whether you want to spend a lot of time in exercise, training and grooming and the size of your house and garden.

What should you name it?
If you don't already have a name in mind, for fun you could follow the Native Americans rule for naming. Let the dog name itself through its behaviour, features, colour, idiosyncracies, etc., ie, 'Indigo Eyes', 'Dances for Pancakes', 'Slipper Thief'...

Best of luck to you with your search!

Answer 10

If you're serious about getting a dog, then go and rescue one. There are many animal rescue shelters full of dogs just waiting for someone to take them home.

You need to decide what size dog you could cope with, and consider things like how much exercise they need and you can commit to, and things like that.

Personally I'd always go for a cross breed, as I think they are unique, you'll never get another one the same, and they tend to be a bit more robust as well.

The dog ends up with a loving home, and you could just have saved it's life.

Answer 11

if u are trying to decide what kind of dog to get, you should research the breeds available in your area. I really reccomend getting a book on different types of dogs. I did before I got my dog (just this past monday) and it helped. If you can't think of any names before you get it, wait to see how it is in person, then name it. good luck :D