do you think people choose a dog more for it's looks or personality?

Question

Personally, I chose my favorite breeds based on personality. I love Chesapeake Bay Retrievers even though they look like plain old boring brown dogs.

Answer 1

I usually take any dogs I'm considering out for coffee, then perhaps to the bar later and get to know them before judging their personality.

Answer 2

Well looks are definately first impressions. If you wonder into a pet store you'd go "OMG THAT DOG IS SO CUTE I WANT IT" but if you're actually looking for a dog, you'll research the breed that suits you most when it comes to its personality as such, and the sort of environment that you can provide for it. So i guess both apply but if someone buys a dog on it being "cute" rather than knowing anything about its breed or even assessing its personality when they first see it then that's more of an impulse buy.

Answer 3

I took into account Both. I researched the dog based on how they looked of course, that is the first impression. But then I made sure to invest months into research, talked with breeders, talked with Vets and spent time at the local dog park. I picked the perfect dog companion, He is high energy, intelligent, can pick up new tricks, is loyal, protective but social and loves children, and loves to be my companion. Plus I live a healthier lifestyle because of my choice in breed cause he loves to take a hike or run every day.

Answer 4

i think both as a lot of people have said , i choose my new dog because that breed just came to my head , and yes they are beautiful so i went and researched the breed and i feel in love with it , i have liked the way other dogs looked and after research they are not right for me , just because a dog looks cute dont mean it is right for the person. i think all dogs are beautiful .

Answer 5

For me, it's both. I can't say I have one favorite breed or look when it comes to dogs, but I have breed preferences and personality preferences.
I have three very different dogs with very different appearances and very different personalities. I like variety but there are some breeds I don't picture myself as ever owning because I never cared much for their personalities or looks.
Anyway, some of my faves are mixes. I love the interesting blends of coats, colors and personality. As far as purebreds go, some of my favorites, by personality and appearance are:
German Shepherd Dogs, American Pit Bull Terriers, Australian Shepherds, Shelties and Rhodesian Ridgebacks.

Answer 6

I did alot of research before choosing our dogs,checked out pictures and their bio's on the web site and found the 2 dogs that would fit our family and lifestyle the best and it paid off our dogs are perfect for us and very cute,and both have wonderful personalities

Answer 7

I do think a lot of people mistakenly choose their dogs based on looks alone, when they should be taking personality and breed characteristics into consideration more than they do.. I chose my dogs based on their look and their characteristics.

Answer 8

personality. I have met some very ugly or even "boring" looking dogs who were the greatest dogs ever. Looks shouldnt be a factor!

Answer 9

Unfortunately a lot of people get dogs based solely on their looks. As a German Shephard breeder, I see that more than someone who is looking for a certain kind of temperment.

Oh and just a side note-if someone tells me how cute a puppy is and doesn't ask how the parents are personality-wise...they don't get a dog.

Answer 10

for me I got my dog Dakota because she chose me! When I went to go get her it was her brother and her. Her brother didn't even come to me but she did and thats how I knew she was the one.She loves me to death and would do anything for me! My protector too.

My other dog is a lab mix. I got him because of his looks and because he was gonna be a big dog and I like big dogs. Also because he kept lookin at me while his sisters and brothers were sleepin. I knew he was for me too!