Hello everyone.
Currently, I'm a cat owner. But in the near future, I would like to have a dog as another pet .I have been thinking about getting a dog from a shelter.
So I've been wondering what is the breed of dog that best suits me??? Here is what I'm looking for:
Athletic dog. One that likes to run around. I love to swim, and I want a dog that would like the beach, to run in the sand and jump in the water. Also I do jog / walk in Central Park with my mother every now and then.
Easily trainable and people friendly. I have no clue how to house train a dog. Don't want him peeing and pooping all over. Also want super friendly. Don't want a dog that hates people and barks at them.
Can live in an apartment. I don't have a house (yet).
Minimal shedding. Looking for something with short hair.
Long lifespan / minimal health ailments
Medium size. I'm thinking medium sized dog would be perfect. But if it's a slightly large, or slighty small, no problem.
My dream dog - rottweiler. However, people are very intimidated by them even though I would try to raise my dog to be a friendly dog. So my next best guess would be a labrador retriever.
Would appreciate any help. Thank you!!
Currently, I'm a cat owner. But in the near future, I would like to have a dog as another pet .I have been thinking about getting a dog from a shelter.
So I've been wondering what is the breed of dog that best suits me??? Here is what I'm looking for:
Athletic dog. One that likes to run around. I love to swim, and I want a dog that would like the beach, to run in the sand and jump in the water. Also I do jog / walk in Central Park with my mother every now and then.
Easily trainable and people friendly. I have no clue how to house train a dog. Don't want him peeing and pooping all over. Also want super friendly. Don't want a dog that hates people and barks at them.
Can live in an apartment. I don't have a house (yet).
Minimal shedding. Looking for something with short hair.
Long lifespan / minimal health ailments
Medium size. I'm thinking medium sized dog would be perfect. But if it's a slightly large, or slighty small, no problem.
My dream dog - rottweiler. However, people are very intimidated by them even though I would try to raise my dog to be a friendly dog. So my next best guess would be a labrador retriever.
Would appreciate any help. Thank you!!