OT : Need a new dog

Stormstaff

Stormstaff

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Here's the deal. We're looking for a new dog. We'll probably check with the Humane Society first to see if we can save a dog or what not. The dog will be an inside dog, needs to be fairly hypoallergenic (very little shedding, etc), probably no bigger than 40-45 lbs and good with kids (9 yr old & 9 mth old).

I'm sorry for the off topic of this thread but it does fit in somewhat since eventually we'd like to take the dog hiking and camping with us.

I come to you folks because it seems like there are ALOT of you that enjoy the outdoors with your dogs.

Thanks for your time and help,
Kirk
 
a wheaten terrier would be a good dog to fit your description but they might be a little to energetic as a puppy, but to be honest if you go to your local humane society you will probably find a dog with a lot more personality, it would be cheaper, you will more than likely have way less health problems with them, and you get to give an animal a second chance they may not get
 
Not really sure what type of dog you are looking for but Greyhounds fit the requirements you listed! If matched with the right one you will be happy as a pig in you know what!! They are super sweet, have short hair that doesn't drop all the time, many get along with kids and other animals AND you will be giving a cool dog a good home!! Check out the rescues and give them a look! If you go meet some I bet you'll fall in love!


http://www.regapgreyhounds.org/
http://www.midwestgreyhound.org/

My family consist of: A Husky Whippet mix, Rottweiler (both of these are rescue dogs and about 11yrs old), Lab and a Husky. In all honestly as much as I love my pups I have to say none of these fit the bill... They all shed a lot! Labs are awesome dogs and if you don't mind the hair one can't go wrong with em! Plus you get your choice of colors!!
 
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I love my Weimaraners!!

Regards,
Ranger325
 
TattooBlade said:
I've owned labs, rottweilers, and currently a huskey. All awesome dogs.
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I've had the same but in reverse order.

I'd go with the Lab for a companion/hunting dog. A Rottweiler if you want something that can double as a home security system.
 
If the dog is going to be an inside dog I'd either pick a very small dog where it being hyper is not a problem or a larger dog with a low energy level.

You also might want to look up which dogs respond the best to obedience training and get one with some of that in it.:thumbup:
 
My vote is for a Belgian Malinois...but then again I am a professional trainer and they are by no means a lazy civilian dog. :D

I also have a 2 year old and my Mal is trained to take commands from her.
 
hollowdweller said:
If the dog is going to be an inside dog I'd either pick a very small dog where it being hyper is not a problem or a larger dog with a low energy level.

You also might want to look up which dogs respond the best to obedience training and get one with some of that in it.:thumbup:
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The dogs that best respond to obedience training are the ones with consistent owners.

Breed is irrelevant to the discussion. Drive and consistency are central.
 
We've got a German Shorthair and I can't say enough good things about her. Good luck at the Humane Society.
 
miniature or giant schnauzer! are anti-alergetic

however giants are very territorial.. they really don't mix with other dogs, my father and law had to give his away, because it kept scrapping every opportunity it ceased.
 
" Boxer. Size restriction = get a female. INCREDIBLE DOGS!
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great dogs but NOT indoor dogs in the least. we've had them all my life and they go crazy without at least a couple hours out each day.
 
I'm partial to Dobermans. Short hair, no tail to knock stuff off the coffee table. Great with kids, excellent security. Smart, trainable, and best of all very affectionate. Our female weighs about 65-70lbs she gets along with all other dogs, kittens, our chickens, etc.
 
If you are looking for a house dog that will get along with kids of all ages, be a good companion, be calm inside and active outside, and just generally be an all around good dog without any of the social negatives of other breeds- get a labrador retriever. They are generally not aggressive around people or other pets. They live to please their owners. They are great around kids. Easy to train and conform to pretty much any living arrangement (inside, outside, big house, small apartment, etc). No other breed combines the array of positive traits with so few negative traits as the lab.

I love Weimaraners too but they can be basket cases as indoor dogs. They need a lot more activity to be happy. Huskys and other working dogs also need a lot of activity too be happy. An indoor husky is an oxymoron, from my limited experience. Miniature dogs tend to have social issues, aggressive behavior being the most common. Napoleon complex for dogs, I guess.

Get a lab, the are the most popular breed of house dogs for a reason!

Mine grew up in a 590 sq ft apartment, and has been a companion in the home and afield.
 

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Captain Spaulding said:
The dogs that best respond to obedience training are the ones with consistent owners.

Breed is irrelevant to the discussion. Drive and consistency are central.
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BREED IS IRRELEVENT??

http://www.dogchannel.com/dog-training/dog-behavior-issues/article_19686.aspx

http://www.whosyadoggy.com/top-10-most-intelligent-dog-breeds.html

http://dogtime.com/most-trainable-dogs-list.html

I've had 5 German Shephards in my life as well as several other breeds(Beagle,Yorkshire Terrier,,etc--Wife's dog)

There is NO comparison to how fast you can teach some breeds compared to others.

All dogs can be taught---perhaps---But the time it would take to train a beagle to obey you would teach a German Shephard to drive a car.
 
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