Choosing a dog breed
Discussion
JumboBeef said:
OP said he wanted a dog that doesn't shed. That rules out most of the replies on here (no matter how much you love your own dog).
Personally I think this current trend for selling cross breeds as cockapoos or whatever can cause problems. Uncontrolled and you don't know what you might end up with, health and behaviour issues.
I'm dogless at the moment due to work commitments but I've had Airedale Terriers for many years before that. Don't shed, loving, loyal, intelligent and great with children. They are the TVR of the dog world, a rare sight, always gets attention when you are out.
This was Harry, very sorely missed.
Wholeheartedly agree - if only Mrs BFB agreed, as I was brought up with (arguably by) them Personally I think this current trend for selling cross breeds as cockapoos or whatever can cause problems. Uncontrolled and you don't know what you might end up with, health and behaviour issues.
I'm dogless at the moment due to work commitments but I've had Airedale Terriers for many years before that. Don't shed, loving, loyal, intelligent and great with children. They are the TVR of the dog world, a rare sight, always gets attention when you are out.
This was Harry, very sorely missed.
Edited by JumboBeef on Friday 9th September 07:43
OP, why not a Dexter?
Dexter being our Lhasa Apso, photo taken at a family party yesterday. Daft as the proverbial, he stayed there for half an hour until we asked him to resume his role as dog.
rigga said:
Been actively looking into this, as I've finally agreed to the wife's nagging for a dog, been influenced by a mates pooch who is pretty much what your after, good with kids, low shedding coat and not that allergic I believe, she's off to look at one Saturday
Mini Schnauzer
Well update meet Casper, although only 8 weeks old he certainly doesn't seem to shed any coat, whether that changes as he grows but friend's who have a schnauzer assure us he won't, cracking little thing Mini Schnauzer
tankplanker said:
They are unfairly looked down as council but Staffies are short haired and amazing with children, they weren't called the nanny dog for nothing. They also do not require a huge amount of exercise, a huge bonus if you are busy as a couple of quick walks are more than enough for them.
I agree, our Staffy is a wonderful little dog. Once people get over the "she looks frightening" bit (she doesn't by the way) they realise she is a great dog, very loving and obedient.
Fastchas said:
Doberman. Especially a female. Very low shedding if not total, so good with kids it's unbelieveable. Great characters and so loyal. I've had four along with other breeds, the dobe is the only one we could trust with the kids.
We must have the molting variety as we have a house hoover and a 'follow where the dogs have been' handy Dyson as they leave hair everywhere!!Characteristic-wise, I'll reiterate this point, you won't find a dog more loyal than a Dobermann!! We have them as I happen to love the breed, but also for the same reason as while you need to be careful of course, it's the one breed we would happily have around small kids!
He treats adults and children differently. He's so gentle with an 18 month old girl, yet he and I play together and it gets rougher! If I try and pick something up up that he wants to play with, he'll try and grab it before I get it. With a small child, he'll actually back away.
They are amazing dogs but I would struggle to recommend a Male to an inexperienced dog owner!
CardinalFang said:
Frenchda said:
As we all know there are only two types of dog breeds, Boxers being one and other dogs the second. Of these I would always go for a boxer, great with kids, correction, really great with kids, low shedding and highly amusing. I like Labrordoodlefishonpugterriers but they are not a patch on a boxer, which of course is formed from a totally unbiased opinion.]
A thorough & well argued proposition. I would only add that the fully representative sample I've met - two - have been the most eye wateringly lethal, self perpetuating fart factories imaginable. Lovely dogs mind you...Colonial said:
Greyhound.
Very low shed. Super chilled and lazy. Not a working dog so happy with a 30 minute walk a day.
Ultimate low maintenance dog.
I wouldn't get one like my neighbours 'rescue' retired racing GH that broke a hole in their fence and did this to the side of my ABBBD while she was running past. Frustratingly not all dogs of the same breed have the same characteristics!Very low shed. Super chilled and lazy. Not a working dog so happy with a 30 minute walk a day.
Ultimate low maintenance dog.
skinnyman said:
Next question, baby or dog first?
Our lad is 3, but the missus is currently 12 weeks pregnant too. So should we do dog then baby? Or baby then dog?
Our daughter was about 18mths old & my OH was heavily pregnant when we brought our 8wk old working cocker home, worked out fine for us but it is hard work.Our lad is 3, but the missus is currently 12 weeks pregnant too. So should we do dog then baby? Or baby then dog?
Bear in mind, many dogs love to eat socks (why?!) & kids offer a decent supply which is not good for the dog!
skinnyman said:
My wife is leaning towards cockapoos too, so we're probably heading in that direction. Next question, baby or dog first?
Our lad is 3, but the missus is currently 12 weeks pregnant too. So should we do dog then baby? Or baby then dog?
Friends have a cockapoo, lovely dog. Quite a lot of energy so need a couple of walks a day, enjoys the ball though and can just walk and lob a ball to try wear them out.Our lad is 3, but the missus is currently 12 weeks pregnant too. So should we do dog then baby? Or baby then dog?
Another friends sister passed on their dog to my friend when they had their second child as it was too much. Based on that, I'd advise having the child first. Puppies are hard work, but great.
I'm also a big fan of pugs.
Staffy.
Superb with kids and low shedding. Fantastic friendly little dogs that make great pets.
I personally would not entertain any of these mongrel designer creations that people charge a fortune for.
A cockawhatever is a mongrel and should cost you about £50 a pup.
I have lurchers but they are none of the things you are looking for.
Superb with kids and low shedding. Fantastic friendly little dogs that make great pets.
I personally would not entertain any of these mongrel designer creations that people charge a fortune for.
A cockawhatever is a mongrel and should cost you about £50 a pup.
I have lurchers but they are none of the things you are looking for.
boxer dog.
growing up ive had 4. got the first one when I was 4. 2 have been rescue dogs - and lovely.
Look at reviews - they are one of the best dogs for children - they have short hairs (yes they do dribble) but they are absolutely lovable
as years have gone by they are getting smaller - so great size for little ones - but enough energy to go for a long walk through woods.
Plus - to the unknown they look a little intimidating so they double up as a 'guard dog' but in reality - they'll probably just lick to offender to death.
I have a 2 years old - and will probably be getting one next year.
growing up ive had 4. got the first one when I was 4. 2 have been rescue dogs - and lovely.
Look at reviews - they are one of the best dogs for children - they have short hairs (yes they do dribble) but they are absolutely lovable
as years have gone by they are getting smaller - so great size for little ones - but enough energy to go for a long walk through woods.
Plus - to the unknown they look a little intimidating so they double up as a 'guard dog' but in reality - they'll probably just lick to offender to death.
I have a 2 years old - and will probably be getting one next year.
camshafted said:
A staffie puppy or a young staffie with a known history from a rescue centre.
My mum has a pair of rescue Staffs, they are without a doubt two of the daftest, most food obsessed, sofa dwelling f
kwitts on four legs you'll ever meet.A bucket of plankton left by the front door would be a better burgler deterrent that these two biscuit terriers, they're not 'Bull' Terriers as all they'd do if they met a real live bull would lick it's nose and wag their tails in the hope of a dog biscuit, they're obsessed with the contents of the dog biscuit jar hence the term 'Biscuit terrier'
I can't recommend a Staff highly enough
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