What type of dog would bond with a labrador ?

Question

I have a 2 year old chocolate labrador and now that he has settled and calmed down i would like to get another dog.

I would like one not one as big as a labrador but also not as small as a chiuaua.

He will also need roughly the same temperament as my labrador

Any ideas ?

Answer 1

Your Labrador is a working dog, and thus is active and most probably likes water too. See if you can get a younger dog, sex does not matter in this case, as the younger one will be subordinate to the older dog. We opted for two of one sex, so that we only had to avoid the same sex dogs when walking the dogs in the park. Females always like to fight with females, and males likewise with males. By the way, Labradors are among the ten most intelligent dogs, so you have already made a good choice to start off with. It is a good idea to get a friend so that the dogs can keep each other from being bored. Check this link of working dogs:

http://animal.discovery.com/guides/dogs/selector/working.html

Answer 2

What about a spaniel? They are another gundog, so they will both enjoy similar amounts of exercise, & are smaller than Labradors. Obviously temperment changes between spaniels (though be wary of solid colour Cockers) but most are very loving. I know for a fact that Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are just as playful & lovely as any Labrador but they won't like as much exercise as a Lab.

Answer 3

How about checking out your local shelters? You can find not only the right breed but also can arrange to have your dog meet the puppy or dog before bringing it home to ensure a good match. And in addition you'll be saving a life ! I think that the "breed" you get is far less important than the individual dogs temperment and how it interacts with your current dog and fits into your lifestyle

Answer 4

Well, my aunt and uncle had an old black lab and they got a springer spaniel. They got on very well, since they were both mature dogs (although the lab, Bill, was quite old and near the end of his life) so maybe you could consider a springer.
After Bill died, my uncle gave Molly (the springer) to me. The only thing about springers is that they are very energetic and need a lot of exercise.

Answer 5

I have a 2 year old yellow lab and her best friend is a 1 year old beagle. They are both wonderful animals with great temperaments and are great family pets!

Answer 6

Not knowing the disposition of your lab and your activity level with your dog it's hard to say but anything dog would be fine whether mix or purebred.
i would suggest whatever you get to introduce the first time outside the labs territory.
than introduce slowly and don't leave them alone until you know they are OK together.
Good Luck I'm sure you lab will enjoy a friend.

Answer 7

Just about any dog would bond with your dog. Labs are a very accommodating breed, they love company, but introduce them to each other slowly, but stay away from the very small dogs. The pound is a good place to pick out a good and very friendly dog.

Answer 8

i have a 6 year old black lab and a 1 year old cavalier king charles spaniel and they get on great together and are both exelent with my 3 year old son

Answer 9

any dog ,,,,

do you take your lab swimming? hiking? etc..? then find a breed that likes those same things.

Female Australian SHepherd from a reputable breeder is the right size and they can certainly hold their own with a rambunctious lab.

Answer 10

How about a west highland terrier, they are easy-going and not too small/big. I love them esprcially since Hamish MacBeth!