2007-12-30 11:03:59 · 32 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
That it's happy and healthy
2007-12-30 11:06:58 · answer #1 · answered by squeaky130 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Choosing a dog that has a good temperament. Sometimes it's kind of hard to tell what kind of pet it will become when it gets older. All puppies are "cute" and adorable, but not all will grow into being friendly, intelligent, or playful pets. Some breeds are known for certain problems with temperament, and choosing a puppy wisely can hopefully prevent having to deal with issues later on (like aggressiveness, biting, etc.) If you can spend time with the puppy's parents first, do so...that would be my advice. By observing the parents of the puppy, you will get insight into what kind of pet the puppy will be. It helps, too, to read whatever material you can get your hands on when it comes to the breed you choose. For instance, if you choose a breed such as a Rottweiler or a German Shephard, there are things you really need to know in regard to training these animals, so that they are safe pets around children and strangers. (You don't want lawsuits later on!)
Good luck!
2007-12-30 11:11:14 · answer #2 · answered by It's Ms. Fusion if you're Nasty! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well... i had 8-9 dogs in this past 6-7 years.. and all type of dogs! mainly.. lets see...
what type of dog to get.. i recommend....
1.. Miniature Schnauzer [[ very good and smart dogs ]] only problems with these dogs is.. sometimes with the ears and legs and knee's and kidney problems
2... Golden Retrievers [[ great dogs life savers ]]! problems with these dogs? LEG PROBLEMS
3...Bichon Frise [[ good companions for older people ]] only problems with those dogs.. eye problems...
those are the top 3 best dogs i know and study.. and quick learners!
potty training...
walking...
chewing...
playing...
sleeping..
waking up in the night to want to play eat chew go potty...
what kind of food to give the puppy...
how much to give the puppy 2 eat..
take it to the vet
keep the shots up to date..
make sure the puppy has enough exercise [[ for dogs or puppys ]]
when to walk the puppy
how meny times a day..
getting up at night when it wants to play go out side chewing..
where it sleeps cause sometimes they dont want to be alone at night
needs alot of love and attention
what kind of food to give the puppy
how much food
what kind of food is good...?
How much the puppy/dog will be !
if it will like other people?
be friendly to other people
like other dogd animals
if it will be a smart good dog
and hopefully it wont have any problems!
keeping the shots up to date going to the vet costing alot of money.. problems with the dogs/puppys
alot of time and work!!
[[ popular dogs are Yorkies ( yet lazy and selfish ) Maltese ( yet a little mean yet for older people ) Cavalier King Charles Spaneils good dogs slow learners EXPENSIVE!! hard to potty train ALL SPANEILS ARE HARD TO POTTY TRAIN AND SLOW LEARNERS !! ]]
GOOD LUCK!
2007-12-30 11:17:27 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nothing because I want the dog to start with. If you have concerns or worries about getting a pet, then wait.
2007-12-30 11:06:52 · answer #4 · answered by Bonzie12 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Well I am in the process of getting a dog and i am worried:
1. how they will react to kids
2. what dieses they have
3. who to give them 2 when going away
4.how to know their temperment
What i did is i looked at a million dog books. then i will visit a few kennels of my chosen breed and see hwo the dogs act.
REMEBER NEVER EVER BUY FROM A BREEDER THAT BREEDS MORE THAN TWO TYPES AND ASK TO SEE THE DOGS PARENTS! DONT BUY FROM PET STORES BECUZ THERE IS A HUGE CHNACE THEY ARE UNHEALTHY!!!
2007-12-30 11:08:42 · answer #5 · answered by ? 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
my first concern, his health, if indoor dog you want him
to be housebroken and non-destructive, for that you
would want an adult dog.
if children are involved you want a breed of dog that
is good for kids.
the dogs safety, God forbid you don,t want him to
get loose and get hit by a car.
i look at a dog the way i would a person. regarding my dog
that passed away people said i treated her like a person.
i hope this helps.
2007-12-30 11:10:22 · answer #6 · answered by Jerry S 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
is it good with kids, people, other pets? does it fit my family lifestyle? a chihuahua wouldn't work for us, we need bigger dogs that can go hiking and camping. a dog that bays would make me nuts, a scary looking dog would scare other campers, long hair would get messy, not too big that it would squash the kids. we chose 2 mutts, aussie mixes, from the pound and so far they are both a good fit for our family.
2007-12-30 11:13:43 · answer #7 · answered by adelaide 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That it might not like people and end up mauling some poor child at the park while I have my back to it and I don't get to the child in time to stop it and there is blood everywhere and I have to kill the dog with my bare hands...
2007-12-30 11:07:50 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
One time I got a puppy that had hookworms because they didn't worm them properly and now everytime I get a dog I am afraid of whether the seller is selling me a healthy dog.
2007-12-30 11:09:26 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Honestly, what the dog is going to do in the house when I am not there, and health issues! Vet costs are amazing!!!
2007-12-30 11:11:22 · answer #10 · answered by Barbiq 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If I am capable of properly taking care of it.
Animals are special and do not deserve to be neglected in any way.
2007-12-30 11:08:15 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋