Min Pin, Boxer, PitBull, German Sheperd, Golden Retrivier, Lab, or other, wich is the best type of dog???

Answer 1

Depends on what you are looking for in a dog!

Min Pin=small, don't shed but fragile and not good for kids.

Boxer=gentle, little grooming, muscular (can bully) bigger dog

Pitbull=(usually) gentle, strongwilled, hard to train, loyal

GSD=smart, strongwilled, may herd small children (bred to herd animals), loyal, playful

Golden=loyal, smart, playful, good for kids, need ALOT of exercise, sheds (alot of grooming)

Lab= see golden

If you were looking for a loyal couch potato, Pug

Answer 2

It all depends on how much you're willing to train, care for and exercise.

Pit Bulls generally require more training because of their strong personality. Labs require a lot of exercise if you want a well-behaved one. Goldens are very trainable, but they shed and require a lot of grooming. They also have a "doggie odor" more so than the other breeds. Germans are probably the least maintinence. They are very easily trained and are happy running around in the yard (although they love a walk here and there.) Boxers are the most hyper out of all those breeds. They have Lab activeness and Pit Bull stubborness. You need to start training as soon as they're eyes are open

Before you get a dog, you should really look at your life and what you're capable of handling. All of the dogs you listed and very diffierent and require different things. So, until you find out what YOU want (not by looks or reputation or what your neighbor says), you shouldn't get a dog. Just wait, do some research.

Answer 3

It depends on you! Do you want an active playmate or a lap dog? Do you want to groom a lot or a little? Do you have the time and energy to devote to a dog that may be a bit challenging to train or do you want a dog that is easier to train? Once you ask these questions, the answer should be easier to answer. My two dogs are mixed breeds- a male Pit/Lab and a female Shepherd/Chow. My Pit/Lab is the sweetest boy in the world, despite being badly abused as a puppy. He is the poster child for adopting a shelter pet! My advice to you would be to go to your local shelter and find out if they have the variety of dogs you are interested in so that you can compare them. However, try not to limit your search just because you want a certain breed. I NEVER would have adopted a pit before mine, inaccurate preconceived notions on my part. But the minute I saw my dog, it was love at first sight. Good luck in whatever you decide! By the way, my husband's answer would be Shepherds all the way.

Answer 4

A Min pin can be verry protective although its a small dog .Boxer n Pitbull might not listen to u at first , but there great active dogs.I think German shepherds r pretty cool if u like to exercise alot then u would your german shepherd verry much.Golden retrivier loves to do sports but can't really protect u that much to friendly.Lab, loves to eat but need alot of exercise to keep it fit.If u love to eat n love your dog Lab needs exercise to keep in tip top shape so a Lab would be good for u.

Answer 5

Please do alittle research in how to live with these dogs if they are what you are interested in. Esp. pitbulls. Personally pits are by far the most loving, protective, and playful dogs of all. I have 2 of them and I wouldn't get any other breed. They are very tame and submissive if you can train them right. They must be exercised daily no matter what to keep them in submissive states. This is not to say that no other dogs are worthy. Many people prefer other breeds and it is based upon the time you have to train the dogs. Without proper time and training a pit can be a handful. If you are looking for a dog that is easy and not hard to train and easy to maintain, go for the min. pin. They are well- maintainable dogs and very obedient. And easy to kepp groomed. If you decide no min. pin. then definately go for the lab. Labs slobber alot. lol
Good luck with whatever you decide.

Answer 6

i have 2 min pins and a boxer my min pin's are crazy and make up evil plans and even convince other animals to do their bidding they are truly a crafty animal. my boxer is big lovable and kind of stupid i hate to say it he's great but kind of like a clumsy giant! i am a dog groomer so i see all kinds of dogs everyday and in my experience labs are very smart but hyper active until about 5 they also shed more then any short haired dog,German shepherds are very trainable loyal dogs but i believe that gold retrievers are by far the smartest dogs out their they seem to have a higher understanding then any other breed out their they seem to deeply care about and love their owners iv seen them feel guilty when they do something their not suppose to do after a few grooming almost every golden will walk over to the grooming table themselves and sit down they also hand me each paw as i clip the nails (no other breed of dog does this that iv seen)they are also a great dog a small child.I would read up on each breed and find out witch one is truly a match for you!!

Answer 7

I work at a dog daycare facility, so I get to witness a lot of dog behavior. Some breeds tend to be higher energy, some tend to be more aggressive, etc.

The question to ask yourself is "Which breed is best for me?" If you prefer relaxing at home a lot, then you probably wouldn't be happy with a high-energy dog who needs lots of walks and playtime(ex. Australian Shepard). If you don't like tons of hair around, then a long-haired dog might not be a good choice (ex. St. Bernard). If you don't want to have to spend a lot of money besides shots and food, then a higher maintenance dog would be a bad choice (ex. Cocker Spaniels require professional grooming. Bulldogs tend to have health issues)

Some specific things to consider: length of coat (i.e. grooming needs- which take time and money), size, food needs (bigger dogs=tons of dog food), activity level of your life compared to the dogs' energy level. The list could go on and on. One suggestion is to go to the bookstore or library and research some of the breeds you might be interested in, or you can go to the AKC website.

Just remember- a cute puppy always grows up. Make sure you are ready for what they will grow to become!

Answer 8

When you are asking "Which is the best type of dog?" I am wondering if you have any experience with dogs, what exactly do you want the dog for - companionship, watch dog or what?
All of these dogs have their good and bad points. To me it seems like you need to do alot of research and learn about each of the breeds - good and bad points -health wise and everything you can learn about the breeds. Also talk to breeders of all of the different breeds as well as people who own these particular breeds. The owner can give you good and bad points on the ownership of that particular breed.
I myself have German Shepherds. I have a dominant female that can be very headstrong as well as loving. My male is big -91 lbs.- but he is a GREAT WATCH DOG!!! If you don't know him, HE CAN ACT PRETTY MEAN, if you know him he is a VERY LOVING DOG THAT WANTS TO BE A VELCROE DOG!!! I love my dogs dearly - but they have a double coat that needs to be brushed frequently and they have a tendencey to have bad hips (displasia).
They can be VERY VOCAL WHEN THE NEED ARISES!!!!

Answer 9

I agree with the first post. Definitely a Golden Retriever or a Lab.

Answer 10

Labs. They're so friendly and loyal, though goldens are an awfully close second....

If you're thinking about adopting, you should get a pit bull; they're not as bad as people think. They're just really muscular, and when they're angry or want to fight, THAT'S when you should watch out. They have better temperament than American cocker spaniels; good training will make them calm and won't instigate them into fighting.