Dog Breeds?..?
24 Nov 2008
Can someone give me a small dog breed, which dosent bite much or is aggressive, one that is good with anyone, dosent shed much, easily groomed, one that needs a fair amount of excersize (not too much), one that is playful and one which has a good appearance. I will do my research I Just need a breed to look up!
Thanks, Im So desperate. Please answer my other questions (about dogs)
P.s Ive never had a dog bfore!
34 Responses
2008 Nov 26
I think its spelled…Pomeranian
2008 Nov 28
wiener dog
2008 Nov 30
West Highland White Terrier.
I have a female one and she is the best thing to ever happen to me! She’s 6 months old and named Dixie.
2008 Nov 30
Depends on your lifestyle. NO one can tell you what breed would be good for you over the internet. Everyone on here will just tell you their favorite breed, you might get it, and i would tottaly NOT fit your lifestyle
2008 Dec 01
how about a chow chow…or scottish terrier..
2008 Dec 03
Some of what you mentioned is not breed specific. It has to do with the dogs genes, socialization, and training.
2008 Dec 05
I don’t think any breed could really guarantee you that they won’t ever be aggressive. So much of it is training. Chihuahuas are toy breeds..I don’t think they shed much. Toy poodle maybe?
Personally, I’m a big dog person. Little dogs , IMHO, tend to be much more yappy and bitey than a larger dog.
2008 Dec 08
Italian Greyhound
2008 Dec 09
a Pomeranian would good, but they shed ALOT.
2008 Dec 10
cocker spaniel is good with kids, does tricks, good watchdog, and cute.
2008 Dec 10
i have a shih-tzu, she;s gorgeus, although she does need a lot of grooming, she’s well behaved and very playful…
2008 Dec 10
Look at Puggles, they are all of the things you require.
2008 Dec 12
umm lets see. each dog has a different personality. how about a yorkie. shiht-zu maybe even a chiuahah. or maybe dachsunds. yea dachsunds r really good dogs.
2008 Dec 15
Try researching a miniature English Bulldog. They are one of the very best family and children dogs around. Expensive because when the female gives birth, they HAVE to have a dangerous c-section. But they are great dogs and worth the price!
2008 Dec 18
poodle; they don’t shed at all but do need to be groomed by a professional about every 6-8 weeks so they don’t become matted or shabby looking. Yorkies are good too but they tend to be high energy.
2008 Dec 20
Lhasa Apsos match just about all of your questions , exept they do need a LITTLE amount of grooming if you let their fur long!
2008 Dec 23
My favorite and what I have now is the Chinese crested poweder puff. He has sooo much personailty fun to play with, does not bark Very very very smart breed. If something ever happens to my Jimmy God forbid, I’ll get another one. lol
You know on the dog shows the little hairless dogs that look like ponys? Well that what he is but he is furry!
2008 Dec 25
I have a pup it’s called a havanese, there small don’t shed, non allergetic, cute, playful, bites a bit. Type there name on google image and see there pics. Hope this helps
2008 Dec 28
PEAKANESS!!!! i have 5 and omg i love them!
2008 Dec 29
A shitzu
*they barely shed
*right now i have one we had to take all her hair off because we forgot to groom her but its super easy
*very playful
*they are so beautiful
2008 Dec 29
The beagle is a great breed. They come in 13 and 15 inch varieties. They are VERY people friendly and are great with kids. Shedding is minimal…playful? Definitely. They have a sweet temperament and incredibly adorable. I’m a bit biased (I have 2) but there’s a reason why. All around great pet and great friend.
2008 Dec 30
first of all your looking for an imposible dog. but the closest thing i could think of is a toy poodle. they dont shed there perfect for family, and you need to give them excersice once a day. they do look good but they are a little noisy and grooming can be a little difficult. but this dog sounds made for you.
2008 Dec 31
I would suggest a king charles spaniel or a small terrier of some sort I have a collie cross she does not bark and has a lovely nature but she is a bit hairy.She looks good lovely shiny black coat with white collar and white spotted paws.
2009 Jan 02
im pretty sure the maltese and the havenese are very friendly and dont shed.
2009 Jan 03
Minature Schnauzer! Amazing loyal, short hair no shedding dogs.
2009 Jan 04
What you are describing is every breed of small dog that is bred properly and raised right.
2009 Jan 06
please look up the following;
COTON DU TULEAR
SILKY TERRIER
JAPANESE CHIN
( notice is didn’t mention the over bred dogs such as maltese, yorkie, shih tzu , pug,,) stay clear, these dogs are being way over bred by TONS of Backyard breeders
2009 Jan 09
I think something good for you would be a Papillo try going to the websit it has detals on the breeds
2009 Jan 10
How much are you willing to spend? Purebreds are not cheap - some breeds will run you into a couple of thousand dollars.
Might want to consider some of the popular cross-breeds: cock-a-poos; schnoodles; westie-poos - they are all crossed with a poodle, which makes them non-shedding. They are also smaller dogs.
Really small dogs like chihuahuas and yorkies have their own set of special needs. I have never owned them, but I was told they are a little more *delicate* than larger toys…but that is heresay.
Behaviour is many times the result of the owner’s treatment of the dog. Mean owner = mean dog.
Good luck!
EDIT: you state you are desperate. Why? Finding the right dog takes time - avoid the impulse buy! If you’ve never owned a dog, are you sure it’s the right fit for your lifestyle? You need to do some mega research - go to some dog shows; talk to breeders (if you’re going the purebred route). Whatever you do, do not buy from a pet store - they support puppy mills. And if you’ve never owned a dog and are not familiar with mills - just google it.
2009 Jan 12
small dogs are more agressive than larger dogs believe it or not. i have had shizus, terriors, and a yorkie all have been agreesive especially the females. but out of all the yorkie was the best. if u want a good non agressive dog go with a lab
2009 Jan 15
dachshunds (aka wiener dogs) or Italian Greyhound.
sister has a dachshund and step daughter has an Italian greyhound.
both are very cute, loveable, and sweet.
2009 Jan 16
Well, in my experience I have had 2 rat terriers and they match all of the qualities your looking for. You can get them with the tails long or docked. They’re great dogs! Do some research you’ll LOVE THEM! I sure do! Good Luck!
2009 Jan 16
i have a chihuahua, he is the best dog i ever had not much exercises,if u get a short hare chihuahua no grooming. the hole yap thing is not true,well my dog dose not bark.
2009 Jan 19
chihuahua, pug, smoth fox terrier, chinese crested, miniture pincher, There are all sorts. try your local animal shelter they will prob have some nice small dogs