Nov
09
2009
I Am Looking For The Perfect Dog, Can You Help Me?
Posted by: Alan in Dog Health Problem, tags: Help, Looking, Perfect
I want a dog who doesn’t shed much at all but is a larger breed with very little health problems. I want a male puppy and I want it to be quiet, trainable, low cost, little maintenance, likes other animals, and is lovable and likes to cuddle.
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November 9th, 2009 at 9:36 am
Try looking in an animal shelter. Most of the dogs there are already trained and need a loving home. Talk to one of the volunteer there and tell them what you are looking for. If you dont find what you are looking for there, go back next week to see if they have new dogs in.
November 9th, 2009 at 10:30 am
Sure;that;s an EASY ONE!!!
Ready??
THERE’S ABSOLUTELY****NO SUCH THING****!!!!
YOU are in “fantasy-land” & should *NOT* have ANY live animal!!! Get a teddybear.
November 9th, 2009 at 12:49 pm
definately a labrador but please get one from your local shelter because theres so many dogs there that needs loving familys thanks
November 9th, 2009 at 4:51 pm
In addition to all these suggestions, go to Battersea Dogs’ Home and choose each other…. That way it’s a perfect match.
You can always get the history of the dog/specify your requirements to the staff.
November 9th, 2009 at 11:17 pm
theres no gaurantee that your dog will stay perfect and healthy .You have to be able to take the good with the bad.
November 10th, 2009 at 2:59 am
I have an English Staffishire bull terriers,but you can also get American Staffishire bull terriers.They have the same lovely temperament.They are great with children.They are nicknamed the human dog,as people who own swear that they understand you.The are recommended for people who are asthmatic as they barely shed.They are a medium dog.For full breeds they hardily ever get sick.
November 10th, 2009 at 4:55 am
You need 2 get yourself a Staffordshire bull terrier, a girl if possible, need 1 from a puppy let it mix with other dogs from an early age. You won’t find a more affectionate dog.
November 10th, 2009 at 6:40 am
I think you should get a goldfish, you wont be able to cuddle it though.
November 10th, 2009 at 9:02 am
Check out: http://www.akc.org/ For the American Kennel Club, or: http://www.akc.org/ For the Canadian Kennel Club, or even: http://www.ukcdogs.com/ For the United Kennel Club (UK based). Best luck!
TDK
November 10th, 2009 at 12:14 pm
Staffordshire bull terriers don’t shed much, short-haired…fairly short but stocky. All breeds have their own specific health problems and the stafford is no exception I’m afraid but they don’t bark much (in my experience), are easily trainable if have time to put the effort in, don’t cost much (just the usual food costs and annual vaccinations as with any dog), doesn’t need a great deal of excercise, can be a little wary of bigger dogs and not a fan of cats but usually ok with smaller dogs, great with children, loves people, needs lots of love and attention, LOVES cuddles….as far as I’m concerned they’re the perfect dog (although of course nothing in this world is ACTUALLY perfect).
Good luck!
November 10th, 2009 at 2:01 pm
I am biased, because the only dog I rate is a Boxer. Boxer bitches are the most loving, loyal, gentle creatures on the planet. In Victorian times, they were often used to guard children in the nursery! Dogs are a different matter. But they do not shed, have no more health problems than any other pedigree, and contrary to popular belief are intelligent enough to train. Bitches are also an ok size.
November 10th, 2009 at 4:31 pm
Ive got the perfect dog here………hes all of those things you have said apart from being a West Highland Terrier, (westie or a white scottie dog) and hes not a puppy.
Good luck on your search. I got really lucky with my dog. Hope you do too.
November 10th, 2009 at 8:41 pm
a guineapig???
November 10th, 2009 at 10:33 pm
A German Shepherd is a good bet….and if you spend time with it and train it well, you will have a good dog…
November 11th, 2009 at 4:09 am
Perfection? Is this attainable in a flawed world, oh sure you will seek it and you will seek it diligently but I don’t think you will ever find perfection in yourself, in others or in a lowly Dog.
November 11th, 2009 at 9:52 am
Border collie.They are the most trustworhty dogs ever, very loyal and the most inteligent(thats fact)
November 11th, 2009 at 4:37 pm
british bull dog there so cutie
November 11th, 2009 at 8:24 pm
go for a west – highland, perfect friend, adorable, cuddly, i don’t think any other breed large or small, can truly beat these perfect little dogs
November 11th, 2009 at 11:27 pm
I know that Boy Shelties (Mini collies) are really good and pertectful dogs. They LOVE to cuddle!
November 12th, 2009 at 4:57 am
I think my ex wife is looking to become someones pet
November 12th, 2009 at 8:01 am
Sorry, I already have the perfect dog and you can’t have her!
November 12th, 2009 at 12:24 pm
a greyhound they are very trainable and loveable also if you get the puppy from a very young age. also it will not find anything wierd about living with another animal because it will have been it’s life style for most of it’s life
November 12th, 2009 at 1:13 pm
For fewer health problems,lower vets bills overall, and a lower cost of purchase you need to look for a suitable cross breed. They benefit from something called ‘hybrid vigour’ that pure breds and mongrels don’t have.
All dogs shed but you need one that’s short coated, they need a brush every day to remove the loose hair. Or a dog that needs clipping such as an Airdale or Standard Poodle. Both these breeds need a lot of exercise and are not quiet, sedate breeds.
Unfortunately its the rest of your requirements that are a problem. I’m not sure what you mean by ‘low maintenance’. All dogs are high maintenance, some are higher than others. Plus you want a dog that’s both low maintenance and affectionate – when you want it to be.
You can’t turn a dog on and off! Your new dog will need a lot of training for the first 6 weeks to help him settle in, and teach him the ground rules.
The closest I can think of is an Irish Wolfhound . They need a good long walk every day and a good run, but settle down at home. Irish Wolfhounds make good crosses, unlike some other breeds. Or a Newfoundland. Unless you get a rescue they won’t be cheap. Plus big dogs need a lot of food. The cheapest dog food is sacks of kennel ration which you can get at some of the larger pet stores.
Be realistic about how much a dog costs to purchase and keep, and about how much time they need. You’d feel bad if you went ahead without planning carefully, and then realised you’d made a mistake.
November 12th, 2009 at 5:29 pm
No such thing. Get a cat
November 12th, 2009 at 11:31 pm
Go to yoiur shelter. They have tons of large breed dogs that would be perfect and cheap. And you would save a life instead of put one at risk.
November 13th, 2009 at 6:08 am
I would suggest a german shepard. However, let me tell ya, they shed a LOT. I have a german shepard that my family rescued. She was abused and right now she is very happy with us. German shepards a very good friends…to everybody. They do shed a lot though…lol…my mom makes me vacuum the house every weekend. My dog LOVES to cuddle! She’ll jump in my bed and just lay down right next to me.
November 13th, 2009 at 7:41 am
answer…a labradoodle…….all the laid back, faithful, calm personality of a labrador with the added intelligence of the poodle….wool hair…no hairs!
November 13th, 2009 at 12:37 pm
Was that shed much or ’sh*t’ much, cause if you are looking for a larger dog you’d better get a shovel and a bin liner. Dogs are rarely quiet, low cost and low maintenance! If this is what you want – buy a cat and if you want something bigger, buy a big cat, like a lion or something!
Hope this helps.
November 13th, 2009 at 6:07 pm
NONE ARE PERFECT AND YOU ARE ASKING TOO MUCH IF YOU EXPECT THEM TO BE
November 14th, 2009 at 12:04 am
There are many dogs that will be in your caterogory.
I will name a few.
Akitas(great dog)
Golden retrievers
Labs
Dalmations
Shiba Inu(great dog!)
Pyrness
Newfoundland( my fave)
Saint Benard
Though please note that Most Purebred dogs have alot of generaic promblems because of selectie breeding. If you want a dog that dont have much health problems, get amix. They are fantastic too. And if you want a papered dog….you can get a specific cross bewtween two reg.dogs and have a regerstered mix. Though they do tend to be higher then the real purbreds.
Mixes are great dogs and you can get them for free!
Hope i was of help to you
November 14th, 2009 at 5:52 am
I had a friend who owned a standard poodle. They grow wool rather than fur and don’t shed at all. They’re also generally calm and affectionate dogs.