here are some things to consider
- at school all day dad is home at lunch time to let my brothers beagle out
-I dance a couple times a week and may not be home, but someone is mostly at night so it would have phisical contact with humans
- I run track, will it be happy to run with me
- will it sleep with me somenights
2007-03-27 10:45:29 · 10 answers · asked by ★ 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Oh sorry a golden retreiver
2007-03-27 10:51:57 · update #1
I have a Golden Retriever and she is just awesome. I wouldn't trade her for anything but the only concern I would say you would have is the fact that you are looking for a dog who would run track with you. Well Goldens are wonderful family pets especially around children. They have a very calm temperment and tolerate almost anything but their activity level is definitely not for running track with. Although they are very loveable and would definitely sleep with you. And as far as having contact with humans you couldn't ask for a dog who loves more attention than a Golden.
2007-03-27 10:58:55 · answer #1 · answered by Wendy S 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some things to consider:
All dogs, and especially goldens need to have a lot of contact with their people. Goldens are very people oriented. If it would be primarily your dog, you don't seem to be home much.
They need to sleep inside with their people every single night. Not necessarily on the bed but definitely in the house and probably in your room. They cannot sleep outside - it is very stressful for them to be away from their family.
They do make very good running dogs but they need to be fully mature to do so and they have to start slow and work up to it. Dogs under 18 months should not be running long distances since their bodies are not fully mature.
It sounds like you are in jr. high, high school or early college. Goldens usually live 10-15 years. Keep in mind if you leave home to go to college or just move out on your own, most dorms or apartments don't allow dogs. So you won't be able to keep your dog and it will become your parents' dog. Be sure they are willing to take this on when the time comes.
2007-03-27 17:59:43 · answer #2 · answered by ? 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I seriously recommend the link below. You can take a cool test to see what percentage of the breeds fit your family lifestyle you are describing, or check out the "already interested in a breed" section also on the page to get the scoop on Goldens. They do require a lot of grooming including brushing everyday because the shed a lot and a trim every once in a while to cut their "feathers" or hair that grows between their feet to keep it from matting or tangling up which can hurt. I am sure you know that feeling trying to get a knot out of your own hair! Good Luck with your search! :)
2007-03-27 18:20:11 · answer #3 · answered by Jessica♥sRRidgebacks 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It doesn't sound like you have enough time to deal with a dog. And what happens to the dog when you leave for college? You won't be able to take it with you, so who will care for it then?
I say hold off and give your attention to the beagle. Or, see if you can borrow a dog from a neighbor and have it run with you. Wait until you are settled down in life and then reconsider.
Good luck to you. : )
2007-03-27 17:56:45 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
Golden retrievers are EXTREMELY social dogs who need lots of attention and contact. It is not fair to leave a dog like that home alone for most of the day and then for a couple nights per week, especially a young dog. Yes, it will run with you and will be thrilled to sleep with you, but they are NOT independant dogs who can be left alone for most of the day. They need lots of time with their people and will get terribly lonely and unhappy if left alone. There are breeds that are more independant, but the golden retriever is not one of them.
2007-03-27 17:55:44 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 1⤋
I have a goldendoodle, she is half retriever, she is pretty energetic. My cousins dog is pure retriever and is crazy hyper. So yeah, I think that sounds like a good match for you. But definitely make sure your family members are all OK with a big hairy dog, and that the new dog gets along with the beagle(if it lives there).
2007-03-27 17:56:20 · answer #6 · answered by oldladygamer18 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
What breed are you asking about???
If you have family members that you need to help you out with your dog maybe you should consult them as to what breeds they'd be willing to handle.
2007-03-27 17:49:59 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
no, you need a cat that doesn't require much attention. Most dogs need attention. If you leave them alone they will get distant and will be mean and won't listen to you need need a cat if u do all that stuff.
2007-03-27 18:10:31 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
a lab or a bichon, or a siberian huskie
2007-03-27 17:49:32 · answer #9 · answered by Jade Lee 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you did not refer to what breed you were talking about
2007-03-27 17:48:44 · answer #10 · answered by Rachel H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋