so im deciding to get a dog in 2008 febuary and i dnt noe wich type to get.i want a dog thts
-small
-shot-haired
-heat and cold air tolerant
-playful/loyal
-usually friendly to people and other animals un less hurting me or ither
i hope u dnt think im extra for typing this!^_^
2007-12-18 14:34:41 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
i live in a house with a big park near and i have a medium sized backyard
2007-12-18 14:44:51 · update #1
does not shed
2007-12-18 14:45:59 · update #2
A pug is a great first dog and would fit all of the above. Also maybe look at some Terriers they are all of the above, the only thing if them is they can become very protective so socialization is important when young.
2007-12-18 14:46:21 · answer #1 · answered by everything dogz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Any dog with a great attitude! I used to have GSDs, and considered myself a 'big dog' person - I now have Lancashire Heelers (only 10-12" at shoulder) and have had to admit that character and attitude is not related to size - these little guys are just the business.
2016-05-24 23:42:35 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i agree with the corgi but does shed two times a year - some more than others - there are certain diets that control the dog's shedding - my friend's corgis shed like crazy - my corgis hardly shed. They are hot and cold air tolerant - playful alert, friendly, cute little legs. Most smaller dogs, like the chihuahua and yorkie have a serious issue with the cold - they cannot regulate their body heat as well as bigger dogs.
2007-12-18 14:59:38 · answer #3 · answered by Chibi 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I am a dog walker and I have walked a lot of dogs and have spoken to their owners... Corgi's shed a lot! I know because my clients complain about it a lot. You could do well with a Peekapoo or a Havanese. They are two dogs that are uber cute and do not shed. They are also very sweet and not as vocal. They are smart and do not usually get chubby easily. You can pick them up relatively easily. Corgis can get rather heavy. The Corgi I walk is 35lbs!
2007-12-18 15:14:46 · answer #4 · answered by bellaserah2 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
you have to fit the dog to your lifestyle, do you live in an apt, or do you have a home, does either one have a good yard and is it fenced????DO I HAVE THE MONEY, and time to care for a dog, they can be expensive, meds, vitamins, vet bills...if you are willing to take on the responsiblity to care for a life here are some top breeds for you....and good luck..
Miniature Schnauzer, does not shed, has fur, but has to be groomed, great house pets, companions and great little guard dogs, loves their humans.
Golden Retrieve, loyal, loves to run and play, loves attention, good protector without being mean.
Akita, this one takes some real training, good guard dog, loyal loving companion dog........
2007-12-18 14:44:17 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
An Australian Silky Terrior my friend has one she is the cutest dog and the most playful. Do not get a chiwawa they are like little rats
2007-12-18 14:56:22 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
We are getting a Boxer puppy this weekend!! Everyone we talk to said, the Boxer is a great dog!!
2007-12-18 14:54:03 · answer #7 · answered by blackkat4 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go down to your local humane society or rescue and find adopt a nice dog and save a life.
2007-12-18 14:46:48 · answer #8 · answered by Cave Canem 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
need more info...is the animal going to be kept inside or outdoors? Do you live in a house or apartment? How much time doyou have to spend with him/her? Are you alergic to dander? Paper trained or walks?
2007-12-18 14:40:59 · answer #9 · answered by Supercalifragilistic Guy 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Chihuahuas are a really great dog, they dont do good in cold weather though.
But they are the sweetest kind of dog you could ever get.
2007-12-18 14:39:36 · answer #10 · answered by Aimee 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋