2007-04-30 04:05:43 · 43 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
springer spaniels we got 3
they have great temperaments and are great with kids
2007-05-02 23:54:30 · answer #1 · answered by chefstress 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honestly, there is no right or wrong answer here! The best breed of dog depends on the owner. Everyone has a certain preference and criteria. You just need to sit down and think about the characteristics you would like in a dog, long or short hair, small, medium or large and personality traits. Also, you need to consider a dog that would fit your lifestyle.
I would suggest this website:
http://www.mydogsbreed.com/
Also, here are some books you might want to read:
Paws to Consider: Choosing the Right Dog for You and Your Family
The Perfect Match : A Buyer's Guide to Dog
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Getting and Owning a Dog
The Right Dog for You
The Complete Dog Book: The Photograph, History and Official Standard of Every Breed Admitted to Akc Registration, and the Selection, Training, Breed
The Chosen Puppy : How to Select and Raise a Great Puppy from an Animal Shelter
Maybe that will be helpful! But first, consider the personality and characteristics you are looking for and see if this dog would be good for your lifestyle.
2007-04-30 04:13:02 · answer #2 · answered by Ashley Bass 3 · 5⤊ 0⤋
It really depends on you as an owner and your lifestyle. There is no bad dog, there are just bad owners. Have you ever watched the programme Dog Borstal. Its basically naughty dogs that go to boot camp - and the trainers say that most of the problems lie with the actual owner. They also do give some advice / information about certain traits of different breeds. Mic Martin one of the trainers on the programme, has his own website which you might find useful www.micmartin.co.uk
I have a bernese moutain dog. They are classed as a giant breed. They have great temperments and are very loving.
2007-04-30 04:30:11 · answer #3 · answered by Flossy 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The one you like the most will always be your best breed. I've had a number of dogs over the years and loved them all dearly and been devastated when old age caught up with them. My first was a Jack Russell terrier, then I had a sheep dog, moved up to a German Shepherd and my last was a Staffordshire Bull Terrier who I lost last month. It depends what you want a dog for and if you just bear in mind they will give you unconditional love so you cant go wrong if you treat them right.
2007-04-30 04:20:16 · answer #4 · answered by ? 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depends on your lifestyle and family and if you want a toy, small, medium, large, or extra large breed of dog. I would suggest going to a shelter and speaking with an adoption counselor and they can help you pick a good breed for your family and lifestyle. Also any breed you think you may want please research it first and read both the pros and cons of the breed so you know ahead of time what you are getting into. I have several breeds I like I currently have Chihuahuas and Boxers. In the past I have had English Bulldogs, Malamutes, German Shepards, American Eskimos, Huskies and several mixed breeds. And my family has had Poms, Doby's labs, to name a few. I foster for our local shelter so there has been many breeds in and out of my home. All 4 of the dogs in my home right now are currently ours we have no fosters right now. Although there are breeds I am partial to I firmly believe each famly has to research throughly to find the right breed for them.
2007-04-30 04:18:12 · answer #5 · answered by Blueyedshewolf 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It depends what you want from your dog.
For me and my lifestyle, my ex-racing greyhound is perfect. Someone posted a question asking about a breed to go running with, for him it was probably an adult dalmatian.
If you want the dog for working, there will be a breed specifically for that purpose, be it shepherding, racing or whatever.
I assume though that you are after a pet. Do you want a high energy dog, or one that's content with just a couple of short walks per day? What size dog are you looking for?
2007-04-30 06:02:58 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
my Queensland Heeler is wonderful. When I got her at the animal shelter she was just seven months old. She already knew how to sit. She's very happy to meet people and she's smart enough to know that she's not to jump on them. She also knows that there is no point in barking at birds or people who just pass down the street, but she will point and growl if she thinks there might be an intruder. She babysits my new kitten and won't let him get out of the gate. When she jogs with me she stays on the right side, and doesn't get out in the road like my lab/rot does. In fact, my lab/rot has a lot of bad habits that Shela doesn't have. Shela is very loyal and is protective, but not overly so. She watches to see what my next move is, and always does what I tell her.
I can tell when she's happy because since her tail was cropped by her previous owner she wiggles her whole body.
She sheds a lot in warm weather and I have to keep brushing her, but that's her only shortcoming.
2007-04-30 04:18:57 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You are going to get 50 answers from owners of 50 types of dogs! haha
The best breed for YOU depends on your circumstances and lifestyle. Take an online quiz.
2007-04-30 04:16:48 · answer #8 · answered by Karen W 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
My favorite type is a pit bull. But they are not for everybody. They need to have a owner that will work with them and challangen them. They are very smart. Easy to train. I think they have such a bad rap because they are so smart and strong that people take advantage of it. If you treat them with respect they are great dogs. I have two and a two year old son. They play great together. I hope I was helpful and good luck.
2007-04-30 05:11:23 · answer #9 · answered by Jenifer M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is no best breed of dog. Dogs are bred for specific functions ranging from companionship to hunting to working to guarding, etc.
The best dog will turn out to be the best dog for YOU and your environment.
http://www.glowdog.com/bestdog/
2007-04-30 04:16:52 · answer #10 · answered by surffsav 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
The best breed of dog, is the dog that you love and loves you best, be it a pure bred or a mutt. But for me, I love my Rottweilers.
2007-04-30 04:21:26 · answer #11 · answered by Kapi 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋