Help me choose a breed?

jj12 · 04-05-2010, 04:28 PM

Hi I joined this forum because it looked very helpful.

I wanted to get a new dog however what are the questions I need to ask myself before choosing a dog? Thanks!

oliwa · 04-05-2010, 04:33 PM

Do you think Bassets are the most adorable dogs you've ever seen?

If so the choice is simple!

If not...then I guess you have to do some research.

**Criosphynx** · 04-05-2010, 04:38 PM

Oliwa!

To the OP...what is your lifestyle like? Are you active?

jj12 · 04-05-2010, 04:40 PM

LOL I already like it here haha

And Yes I am active.

jj12 · 04-05-2010, 05:30 PM

Any other quetions to answer?=]

AndwadInLove · 04-05-2010, 05:49 PM

Is this your first dog?
What size of dog do you want?
Are there animal restrictions where you live?
Do you have a yard?
Is your yard fenced?
How often do you plan to walk your dog?
What kind of activities do you want to do with your dog?
How much grooming are you willing to do?
How long will you be leaving your dog home alone on a daily basis?
Do you have other pets?
Do you have kids(if so, how old?)?

These are just some questions that popped into my head. Answering them can help us give you some suggestions for breeds to look into. :]

jj12 · 04-05-2010, 05:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AndwadInLove

Is this your first dog?
What size of dog do you want?
Yes this is my first dog.
Are there animal restrictions where you live?
Nope
Do you have a yard?
Yes about medium sized.
Is your yard fenced?
Yes
How often do you plan to walk your dog?
Yes
What kind of activities do you want to do with your dog?
Walking,jogging,fetching
How much grooming are you willing to do?
Not much
How long will you be leaving your dog home alone on a daily basis?
Me,when I go to school for about 6 hours but my family is usually at the house so the dog won't be alone
Do you have other pets?
Nope
Do you have kids(if so, how old?)?
My sister 3 yrs. old

These are just some questions that popped into my head. Answering them can help us give you some suggestions for breeds to look into. :]

Thanks for your respond btw

jj12 · 04-05-2010, 05:57 PM

Oh I messed up in one,in the size question haha sorry
And size doesn't really matter.

MySoulmateEmmy · 04-05-2010, 06:17 PM

a beagle, (sometimes a bit noisy) but a great dog breed. boston terrier or pug (great family dogs!), labs and golden retriever (a bit on the hyper side but very smart and friendly). Greyhound. schnauzer. all of these actually are great family dogs and have only minimal grooming requirements and can do some jogging walking and playing of course. they are all usually great with children and do good in a medium sized yard!

good luck on your search and when you get a dog show us lots of pics!!

~MSE

jj12 · 04-05-2010, 06:39 PM

Thanks for the reply!
And we were actually considering the boston terrier and the golden retriever!
Just one question about hte boston terriers. Are they prone to overheating in hot weather?