I recently had to put down my other two dacshunds. One for old age and the other was only 3 and got very sick. I have a 2 yr old male that is haveing back problems right now and I am trying to find companionship for him when he is well, (also trying to heal my heart.) I am looking for a small, cudly, low maintenance dog, that would also play.
2007-09-01 06:30:24 · 14 answers · asked by mous2cute 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
A Pug a good house pet gets along well with our maltese.
2007-09-01 06:40:24 · answer #1 · answered by RFG3rd 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All small dogs are high-maintenance because they were bred for size, and smallness affects lots of body parts that have to be smushed together to get them all in a small body.
Considering that you have had only dachshunds, but that all 3 are having or had problems, you need to look closely at your dog-raising and tending skills. The real problem may be you, not the dog.
The brightest and most playful dog I had was a Scottish Terrier, but he had a liver problem that we and the vet could never get a handle on. He lived for about 7 years, although the last year he was with my wife, who left me.
Check out any breed you are thinking to get on line for problems, as many are built-in. Dachshunds are notorious for bad backs, especially if they are overweight. And any breed needs exercise, which few people take the time to give. Just going for a leisurely walk on a leash is not enough.
2007-09-01 13:43:47 · answer #2 · answered by thylawyer 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well i would say to get a maltese just cut their hair to keep it low maintenance or a chihauhau short hair, boston Terrier they are very good dogs too. you can look at some on the interenet to find out which one would be good for you and your dog. Hope this helps
2007-09-01 13:40:40 · answer #3 · answered by cecegodsprincess 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was gifted by God two years ago with a Pomeranian. He seriously just showed up at my door. He was in very bad shape and so was I (emotionally). I love my little dog--this coming from a cat person--I wouldn't trade him for the world.
2007-09-01 13:40:48 · answer #4 · answered by Laurie J 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i like pugs as far as small breed dogs go very loving dogs and love to play my 3 yr old pug love to fetch balls but they are also not a high maintenance dog
2007-09-01 13:52:35 · answer #5 · answered by zack h 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know these might be bigger than what you are looking for, but a cocker spaniel is a calm very loving dog. They get very attached to their owner and will do anything for you. Personally I like bigger dogs like Labs and Rottweilers but if I were to get a smaller dog it would be a cocker spaniel.
2007-09-01 13:37:20 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My mom has three Boston terriers. They are very loving dogs and they get along with other dogs pretty well. Go to http://www.bostonterrierclubofamerica.org/ to find out more.
2007-09-01 13:42:02 · answer #7 · answered by Rachel M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Miniature or toy poodle. Although since they don't shed, you have to have them groomed on a regular basis. But they're good dogs to have if you have allergies to fur.
Poodles are usually very intelligent and loyal companions.
2007-09-01 13:38:19 · answer #8 · answered by susandiane311 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
get him another dacshund. if you think it will make you feel bad or weird because of the other ones then get something like a chihuahua or a yorkie. they are really cute!!!
2007-09-01 13:36:16 · answer #9 · answered by La Chaparra 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Westie.
Cute Little White Dog!
I Have One! =]
2007-09-01 13:57:37 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋