highly trainable and the most intelligent for all, easy to show them new things and a great temperament, what breed can it be????
2007-09-05 05:29:47 · 24 answers · asked by Sol 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
And also I need to leave him or her alone when I leave for work about 8 hrs a day, so cannot be destructive when left alone
2007-09-05 05:46:03 · update #1
Shetland Sheep Dogs are great for this! They just about come out of mom pre-trained, they are so easy to train. They are also very smart and can be taught some amazing things. They have such a great desire to please that they are a joy to train. I have owned two shelties, and both were fine on their own for eight hours. When they were young, they tended to like squeaky toys. As they got older, they did alot of sleeping while waiting for us, and would play and learn tricks when we got home. A truly wonderful and obedient breed.
Their only drawbacks are some irritating barking in some, and a tendency toward timidness in others. Just make sure you find a REPUTABLE breeder who will give you a good guarantee.
2007-09-05 13:26:14 · answer #1 · answered by anne b 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, it depends on what you are looking for in a dog. What size dog do you want? What do you want to do with this dog? Where do you live? What job or jobs will this dog have, or will it have any at all other than to please you? Do you live in the city or the country? If in the city, do you have a fenced in yard, or do you live in an apartment complex where the dog will need to be on a leash at all times when outdoors? Do you have other pets? If so, do you know how to properly and safely introduce them to a new animal? Do you have children? If so, how old are they, and more importantly, how are they with animals? If you don't have any children, do you plan to have any? Do you want a dog with tons of energy or one that's laid back? Are you willing to invest in dog obedience school? Do you have the money for proper vet care, nutrition, and unexpected emergencies?
These are all questions that you need to ask yourself before you decide on what breed of dog is best for you. Or better yet, go down to your local pound and adopt a dog.
Of the breeds I've had exposure to, the Basset Hound has the best temperament because I don't think those dogs have a mean bone in their body; however, they're bullheaded and way too smart. (My dad has a Basset Hound. This is his fourth one.) I own a Chi and wouldn't own any other breed because I like the fact that when I'm up and about, so is Sammie; and when I'm sick and lazing around, he's right by my side. These little dogs are extremely smart and want to please and easy to train; however, they're also extremely sensitive to your moods and actions. This means that if you're loud and rowdy and stuff, the dog is going to be a yippy little nasty tempered thing.
Growing up, we've owned German Sheppards. Both dogs were sweethearts that wanted to please us, were intelligent and trainable, but because of how smart they were, as someone else pointed out, if they didn't have a reward of food, then they weren't likely to do it.
2007-09-05 05:51:17 · answer #2 · answered by Florida Girl 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Amen, Bassetnut.
I have Samoyeds.. highly intelligent, free-thinkers who are always trying to find a new and clever way to do something... oh the stories I can tell!!! Trainable... but you have to make it darned fun and they want to know what's in it for them (even if what's in it is a piece of kibble). They work on the paycheck system... reward reward reward. And they get BORED with repetition... unless they see some form of reward. The temperament is fantastic... if you like living with a 3 year old child... and can keep up.
I also have Bernese Mtn Dogs. For the most part, clever is NOT in their vocabulary. They're all about "how can I make YOU happy?". They take a LOT longer to train new tricks than the Sams but they are quite happy to do them over and over and over with no apparent boredom, just happy to be making you happy.
Intelligent, from my perspective, has very little to do with obedient.
2007-09-05 05:52:19 · answer #3 · answered by animal_artwork 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No question, a Lhasa Apso or a Shih Tzu. They are natural guard dogs, GREAT with kids, easy to train, ultimate lap dogs, loyal, not yippy like some small breeds. These breeds only bark when they sense someone at the door or a car in the drive, etc. They are also very protective of their owner, should someone start fighting (play or otherwise) they will growl at the attacker. Also very protective of children, they love kids. I consider them 2 breeds that have everything you are looking for in a dog
2007-09-05 05:42:56 · answer #4 · answered by purple_pride53 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you willing to exercise the dog a little or a lot? Do you want a small medium or large dog? Do you have other animals or kids?
There are many variables when selecting a dog. Go to the AKC and read about different breeds. All dogs are different in their attitude but they all need a lot of training!!!
2007-09-05 05:36:49 · answer #5 · answered by Teresa V 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Poodles...
they are EXTREEMLY inteligent, they love to learn, learn new things very easily, and do everything just to please...
a well raised poodle is also sweet natured and has an easy going personality.
they also come in 3 different sizes to suit any family.
dont let the looks some of the show dogs are put in fool you, keep in a simple puppy or kennel cut for possibly one of the best all around dogs!
2007-09-05 05:35:21 · answer #6 · answered by Gems 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Golden Retriever is a wonderful breed. Great with kids too. Very smart, easy to train, and they are sweet loving!
These are great dogs for ME. I'm not sure if they would be great for your lifestyle. They need lots of attention and room to run. Don't leave them stuck in a tiny apartment all day. AND- you have to groom them often to take care of their coats.
2007-09-05 05:34:11 · answer #7 · answered by tinye 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A Siberian Husky is a great dog. They are VERY smart. Easy/moderate to train. They have great termperment and are a great companion. They don't get to large either. If you decide to go with this breed I suggest getting a male as they love to follow you around and be around you. Females tend to lie in a different room than you and are harder to train. They tend to be about themselves as a male is all about their owner!
2007-09-05 05:47:13 · answer #8 · answered by Howl at me 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Highly trainable and most intelligent do NOT go together. Stupid dogs are easier to train, they can't think of anything better to do than what you want. Intelligent dogs will want to know what's in if for them, when they could be doing what THEY want.
2007-09-05 05:36:10 · answer #9 · answered by DaBasset - BYBs kill dogs 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Our chocolate lab/Weimeraner mix is wonderful. She looks at you with big, soulful eyes (even though she's mostly blind), though I have to admit it's especially when you have something to eat. She seems to learn commands we don't teach her formally (I used to cage her as a puppy, but I'd come home at noon to let her out). I must have looked at my watch and said, "It's time to go," because now I just have to say, "It's time" and she goes in her cage. The only drawback is she chews up paper if she thinks we've been gone to long, and she adores my husband so much she wants to be the Alpha female.
2007-09-05 06:17:05 · answer #10 · answered by cross-stitch kelly 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋