I'm a lazy kid. What breed of dog is best for me?

Question

Hey there. I know this question has been asked a million times already, but i'd like to get an answer that's specifically for my situation.
To start off, i'm sixteen and i'm in college - I started early thanks to a program in my county. I spend two or three days a week at home, and on the days i'm not here, i'm only gone for six or seven hours. Even if i'm not home, there's usually someone here to watch our animals.
I have a dog (male) and two cats (both female). My dog and one of my cats are friendly, but the other cat is a brat and very possessive of me. However, she's not violent.
I live out in the country, but our yard is pretty small. In about two years i'll be moving out, into an apartment. I'll be taking my bratty cat with me - the other two animals are considered 'family pets' and so I won't be bringing them with me.
I am a pretty lazy person and I don't think I could handle a dominant dog. I'm also pretty picky about how animals look.

Anyone have any ideas?

Answer 1

a stuffed toy animal from toys r us

Answer 2

I would suggest waiting until you're done with school before considering a dog.

If you want a pet that's low maintenance try a Betta fish for now (I actually have two and they're wonderful).

Some semesters can fly-by quickly, but others can be even time consuming. That's mostly dependent on your classes and professors.

Example:

Last semester I took an "Intro to Livestock Industry" class to fill in a 1credit requirement. I assumed that since the class was only a credit, I wouldn't have much work.

But low and behold, I was assigned a 30 page research paper on anti-microbial resistance/modification and it's effects on the livestock industry, with very specific detailing on precisely which journals/resources I needed to use.

You stated by your own admission that you're lazy, so you're aware that you may not have the time and effort to devote to another animal right now.

With all that being said: Focus on your education for now. It will help you get whatever you want later on in life.

Answer 3

A lazy person doesn't need something that they are responsible for. I am afraid that you may not have what it take to take proper care of an another pet. The dog may be neglected. Cats are independent and don't require the necessary attention that a dog needs.

Looks are only skin deep and if you just go by what the dog would looks like you may get one that you don't like in the long run. Make you a list of the qualities that you want in a dog and go the pound, humane society, dog rescues, breed rescues and tell the people there what you are looking for. You may even find one that is uglier than sin but find him/her to be the cutest little thing you ever saw.

Answer 4

The kind of dog you need to get is a Soft dog from a toy shop! Or may be a robot dog! If yoo are lazy then a dog isn't for you. It won't be fair on it when you get fed up, or want to go out partying. A dog is not something you can forget about. As you probably know yourself it's a massive commitment for at least 12 years plus! Think long and hard. you are very young to be taking on such a BIG responsibility. For the dogs sake wait until you're a little older.

Answer 5

Dominance and submissiveness passivity are different types of personalities in all dogs per se. What I do when I pick a pup is to lay her on her back in my two hands, if she just acts lazy and lays there, it usually means a laid back dog. One that squirms is very active. All dogs of course require time, grooming, feeding, training, potty training, vet visits. How about an older dog? It's an idea that may just be what you are looking for. Have a dog gone great year.

Answer 6

If you are keeping a busy schedule then I would suggest waiting before welcoming a new animal into your life. A new dog will require a lot of time and attention, especially in the beginning. Not to mention, your going to want to bond with him/her and if you are busy with school and other things at this time then it would only be fair to wait till you have more time to devote to the care and training of a dog rather than getting one now just because you want one around. Not to mention, it'd be easier on you.

If time is not an issue and its just your "laziness" you are worried about, then I would still suggest not getting one unless you are prepared to get out of you lazy habits because you are going to need to take this dog out A LOT in the beginning in order to properly train them and they will require a lot of your attention (assuming your getting a puppy). If your getting an older dog, it'd be easier but none-the-less, you will still need to take care of them and such.

Having a doggy companion can be a great thing but it can be time consuming and a lot of work. You'll want to think that through before jumping into that commitment.

i would also consider your future plans for an apartment. You'll need to be prepared to search harder for a place that will accept both a cat and a dog. You'd hate to have to give up your dog because of rental restrictions and it wouldn't be fair to him/her to have to be without their owner that they formed a bond with. And if you do find a place to accept both your animals, you'll need to expect to pay security deposits on both of them prior to moving in.

Just some things to think about. Otherwise, I would suggest a smaller sized dog (I am keeping the apartment in mind) such as a pomeranian or chihuahua. They make good apartment dogs and if done properly, they can be trained to use a pee pad or litter box in doors.

good luck!

<3 Laura

Answer 7

Maybe you should wait to get a dog until you're ready.

If you're going to get one anyways...Bulldogs are lazy.
Greyhounds are lazy, or you could go with one of those toy sized breeds. Definately tell the breeder you're looking for a lazy dog so they give you the least active of the bunch - I would personally find this boring though. The whole point of having a dog is to do active things with them or have them guard your house. Just my opinion.

Answer 8

hey,
the best dog for you is a golden retriever.
it's very popular among US families (as it doesn't need much attention), it's a patient dog, friendly with people, very good with kids. however, you sholuld take it for a walk from time to time (even if most people don't do that and dogs have to accept it). even if it's a big dog it isn't that energic so it doesn't eat very much (low callory burn compared to dogs its size).
what is more, it looks great. my favorite dogs are irish red setters and golden retrievers. (the bad part about irish red setters is that they are VERY energic, can't spend half an hour alone in the house without destroying it COMPLETELY, they need hours of walking and running daily so.. well.. not suitable for you). golden retreievers however, are very ellegant, have good proportions and make really good pets.
i warmly suggest this dog breed to you.
sorry for my poor grammar and vocabulary :P
best wishes.

Answer 9

Yep a stuffed toy is your best bet if you really are lazy! Keeping a dog is a lot of work, and money.

There are no 'low maintenance' dogs really. Bulldog is a BAD suggestion, these dogs get so many health problems - f you ever breed a female, they ALWAYS need caesarians - they simply aren't equipped to give birth!

Chalice

Answer 10

You're lazy by admission. And you already have pets you want to take with you when you leave?

My question is - why would you want another pet in the first place.

My advice is - you don't need any more pets. And leave the bratty cat at home.

Answer 11

Why even think of getting another pet that you, by your own admission, are to lazy to care for? Pets, especially dogs need love, affection and attention. Grooming and proper care of animals is work. If you truly are as you say, give the dogs a break, let someone else love and care for them and go without.