What breed of dog would you recommend getting for a first time owner?
Wednesday, February 22nd, 2012 at
7:01 am
Please tеll mе уουr opinion аnd whу уου сhοѕе thаt breed οf dog. I need ѕοmе info before I bυу a dog.
a maltese they just need love
Go to a pound/animal shelter. You can find hardy little dogs in need of great homes. They are loyal and often better behaved that purebred pups. Hope this helps but PLEASE consider adopting….they need homes and looks like you would be a great one!!!!
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depends on how much room you have and if you want a small dog or a large one. if you don’t want to have to deal with major grooming then you want something with short hair.
golden retrievers are great pets especially if you have children, if you do have small children i would stay away from most small breeds they tend to be more nervous and more likely that the child may hurt them and get bitten
It really depends on the size dog you want and the amount of space you have.
I own golden retrievers because they are gentle, loving and easy to train. They make great dogs for first-timers if you have the space and you are willing to give them the time, attention and exercise they need and you want a big dog.
For small dogs, I like Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. They have a lot of the positive characterstics of goldens but they are small and their exercise needs are less. They still crave lots of human attention though.
Of course don’t discount a good shelter dog. Look on http://www.petfinder.com and you might just find the perfect dog for you at your local shelter.
There are a few questions to ask first. What’s your living situation( house or apartment, urban, suburban or rural)? Do you want a companion animal, a pet, or a working dog? Indoor animal or outdoor? All that said, I would recommend going to the Humane Society. They have dogs of all breeds and sizes, and could also help you pick by asking you the above questions, and others. Personally, I like mutts. They are less likely to have some of the health issues that the pure-breds have developed.
Golden Retriever, wonderful dogs. They are VERY common though. But mutts are generally healthier. I wouldn’t get a terrier has these guys are usually independant. I’d stay away from large breeds like Great Danes, Bernards, Newfies because of the bone & bloat issues. Shih Tzu’s are friendly family dogs but require grooming every 6-8 weeks. Herding dogs can be tempermental & not liked being touched in random places (especially feet). Labs are also nice dogs, but like golden often have skin & health issues. If you were to get a purebred, get it from a reputable breeder that shows their dogs to the championship, requests an interview with you to find out if your suitable for that breed, breeds only a couple litters a year (one per female) & lets you see the conditions they keep the dogs in. But I must fore warn you to not fall into the trap of “designer” dogs. They are over priced, horribly bred and basically they are mutts. If you want a mutt go to the humane society & save a life. Good luck to you!
I personal like bull mastives. They are quiet, nice and friendly to every one. Just a couple bad things about them. There a little big, drowl and shed hair. Besides that their about the nicest dogs I can find. Also dont let them near other dogs, they are strong and will protect you. Just get a puppy and have it trained at young age.
Go to http://www.petfinder.com. They have all kinds of dogs you could adopt. These animals need our love and to be rescued. A few things you didn’t tell us is if you are a single person, or have a family. Do you have kids? Are you willing to spend alot of time playing, grooming, etc. ? Will you be home alot to spend time with a dog or are you always out? Dogs are not like cats, they are a wonderful time consuming part of your life. Our first dog was a lab mix and she was great with our son. When she died, we went to a shelter and got another lab mix. This one’s great too and she plays with the cats.
First time ownership is not one of the most important factors in choosing a breed.
More important are the kind of accommodations you have. A house with a big backyard, or an apartment with no fenced area for a dog?
Are there children involved? What age(s)?
I would recommend a mutt from the dog pound.
First, the cost. Purebreds run $200-1000. That is a lot of money to put into a dog if you have no familiarity with dogs at all.
Second, less likely hood of hereditary diseases. Some dog breeders are in it for the money and are running puppy mills. You can easily get a purebred with a lot of problems. Since first time owners are totally ignorant, it would be best if they do not get in a situation where lack of knowledge can hurt them.
Third, unless you are going to SHOW or BREED dogs, there is no reason to get a purebred anyway. All they are going to do is cost you money.
A mutt can love you just as well as a purebred. In fact, a mutt is usually not spoiled and often has had a tough life until you come along. Also, instead of picking one dog out of a litter of 5-10, you are picking one dog out of hundreds.
A mutt usually looks unique whereas all purebred dogs of breed (X) look the same. A poodle looks like a poodle. A Chihuahua looks like a Chihuahua. But a Mutt looks totally unique.
Saving the life of a dog that is going to be put to sleep is a good deed. If everyone would try to save ONE dog, instead of going after purebreds, we would not have a dog problem in the USA…
Get a Mutt. I like crosses between Rat Terriers and almost any kind of medium or small dog.
Well maybe u should by a dog from the puppy pound or an adopted one, but if u dont, then u could by a new one, just born, then dont by an elderly one, because a first time owner may not know as much as an experienced one will. I think a teacup yorkshire terrier would be good, because, they’re not only cute, but fun 2 be around, and can be carried around in almost anything, u should get him/her fixed, unless you want him/her 2 have babies, [if u do have puppies u must pop the bubble]. But, for a first time owner a book isnt necessary but u might need it, and if theres anything that the person tells u about him/her, u have 2 pay close attention 2 what they say because, there may be things about a dog that you do not know. You also have 2 pay close attention 2 the dog, but dont get a big dog, and you have little space, because that is also required.?
i would recommend getting a cavalier king charles spaniel they are very loyal and unbelievable cute . my family has had 3 over the last 20 years and can only say good things about them .they are also great with kids and have a great temperament ie they don’t bite. But the first thing i would do is go down to the book shop and buy a really good book this will help you so much or try going to a local dog show where you can see the different breeds . good luck what ever you get.
it depends on if you want a big dog or a little one. yopu need to get a family dog like well they are not family dog really but they love to be loved that is a blue heeler. they dont get veery big. if you want a big dog then a golden retreiver would be a greet dog!!!!!!!!!
Eskimo Spitz because they are easy to train they listen and they don’t get that big i know i have 2 of them that what i think you should get i are so cute
As others have mentioned, there are a lot of factors to consider in making your decision. Most important though is what you are trying to accomplish and what best suits your style. Are you looking for a lap dog to cuddle with? If so, a Great Dane would not be your first choice!
A jogging companion? A good watch dog?
Accommodations are very important. If you are interested in a large breed dog, they usually require more exercise — although there are some that are happy to be big furry door stops. A fenced yard may not be sufficient. For example, our Boxer (a great dog by the way) is not content simply to be left out in the yard to get her exercise. In fact, both of our Boxers tended to be highly destructive when left out in the yard alone because, by nature, they are “people dogs” and become bored without human interaction. They chewed everything in sight — garden hoses, the bottom of the fence, patio furniture — and dug holes larger than you could ever imagine. In other words, in some cases you will also be responsible for making sure your pet gets regular exercise by taking it for walks, playing fetch, etc.
Children are a major factor to consider along with their ages. All dogs do not care for young children equally well. Despite its small size, our shih tzu interacted remarkably well with our youngster. I might mention that I’ve been a dog owner of several breeds for many years and the shih tzu has been my favorite. He has a great disposition, isn’t a bad watch dog, he’s very playful and comical and extremely smart. He was housebroken the first day we brought him home at 6 wks. of age, something I’ve never experienced with any other puppy. On the other hand as someone else mentioned, if shelling out $30-35 on grooming every 8 wks. (more than I pay for myself!) is not appealing, you will either need to learn to do this yourself or check out another breed. Anyway, back to children. If you have youngsters, I would recommend getting a puppy. If you were to adopt an adult dog from a shelter, for example, this dog is already set in its ways in terms of children. If (s)he doesn’t like them, there is nothing you can do to change that. We adopted a 1 yr. old mini Schnauzer mix and went through this ourselves. She adored my husband and me, but didn’t care much for our son when he was born. She only tolerated him because she had to!
I would recommend first determining what it is you are looking for and then getting a book on dogs from the library. I mean one of those BIG books listing all the breeds. These books contain very detailed descriptions on each breed along with some information on the positive and negative traits. Of course, you need to use this as a generalization because it’s possible that an individual dog does not necessarily fit the “mold.” A mutt is also a good choice because they do not have some of the medical problems that sometimes occur in purebreds; however, consult the book on the characteristics on each of the breeds that are known in the animal to get a general idea of its nature. As a first time owner, steer away from any breeds that are listed to be difficult to train or stubborn-natured.
Good luck! There’s a lot of good information posted and I’m sure you’ll be very happy with whatever you choose. Just be careful in selected a specific breed of dog simply based on someone else’s experience or preference. Without knowing more about your situation, recommending a specific breed is difficult. What’s right for one person may not suit your needs or preferences at all.
go to a shelter. their dogs are always nice and sweet. sometimes their breeds are mixed, but they’re still adorable.