Guest Anonymous Posted June 19, 2002 Posted June 19, 2002 Could you please help with suggestions for what type of dog may be most appropriate or where I can look for such information? My wife and I recently moved into a small townhouse in a downtown area and are very interested in a dog. I like mid to large sized energetic dogs, such as Collies, Boxers, Huskies, but they are not practical. We will both be working so the dog would spend the day alone. A cat may be the most practical, but I want a dog. Maybe something like a Cocker Spaniel, but my wife has fond memories that a new one could never live up to. How about something with short hair and.or no shedding? Any Ideas? Quote
Guest Anonymous Posted June 19, 2002 Posted June 19, 2002 Have you thought of a grey hound? I have never personally owned one but have heard they are great couch potatos, I believe the phrase was "the fastest couch potatos" :D They have very short hair so I would imagine that shedding is close to nill and they like a good walk or run but have little problem waiting for them. The bonus is that lots of greyhounds come out of rescue... so you'll not only be doing yourself a favore but the dog as well. Also I should say that these dogs can be a little stubborn and hard to train, but that doesn't mean they don't make good pets. And I can't think of anything more eyecatching then a grey hound prancing along side someone! Just contact your local rescue and have a chat with them as they will know a lot more then me, all my info is from owners of these dogs or TV. :D Quote
Aroura Posted June 19, 2002 Posted June 19, 2002 I know the PERFECT breed for you!!! They are clean, have no doggy odor, barely shed a hair, are absolutely gorgeous, can't bark and don't thrive on human attentionas much as other breeds, in fact they are more like a cat than a dog!!!! I would seriously seriously look into getting a Basenji if I were you, definatly! Sorry, I am very bias when it comes to this breed, I think they are one of the best breeds in the world, not my type of dog because I love a dog that can easily be taught tricks etc, but I used to own a Basenji/Standard Foxie Cross and she was marvelous. They are a breed that has to be seriously looked into before getting one, as they are wild dogs, although not agressive like wolves they do have some wild traits, such as climbing the furniture etc!!! They even clean themselves like a cat! :D If thats not exactly what your after maybe a Miniture bull Terrier or a French Bulldog (they are absolutely gorgeous!!!) would be more to your liking. A tip on Cockers though, the solid Cockers have been proven to be 10 times more likely to be agressive than the bi or tri colours. Good Luck!!! Quote
Guest roo Posted June 19, 2002 Posted June 19, 2002 If you are out at work all day, is it fair to get a dog, what if it howls and barks all day because it is sad or lonely, what if it destroys your house because it is bored. How long would it be left? Maybe in the circumstances of both out full time work? all day, a cat would be your best option for the moment. A lot of shelters in this country would not even consider you having a dog if you both work, If you have a back yard you could always kennel it in the day, but please don't get a puppy, that really would be unfair to leave all day every day. Let us know what you decide to do. Quote
GizmoRedNosePit Posted June 20, 2002 Posted June 20, 2002 No puppys yes!!...very good no puppys!! I'm thinking maybe an older somewhat chilled out dog that likes nothing more than to lay on the couch all day and sleep! So then it would be ready to hang out and love you two when you get home! Go to a local shelter or type in your city with animal shelter and it should come up something.....Save one....I think it would make your hubby's heart grow even bigger! :D Good luck Quote
Guest Anonymous Posted June 21, 2002 Posted June 21, 2002 [quote name='boston']Could you please help with suggestions for what type of dog may be most appropriate or where I can look for such information? My wife and I recently moved into a small townhouse in a downtown area and are very interested in a dog. I like mid to large sized energetic dogs, such as Collies, Boxers, Huskies, but they are not practical. We will both be working so the dog would spend the day alone. A cat may be the most practical, but I want a dog. Maybe something like a Cocker Spaniel, but my wife has fond memories that a new one could never live up to. How about something with short hair and.or no shedding? Any Ideas? Hmm greyhound is a possibility for you or a mix of breeds from a local rescue where the dog is fostered in the home so you know temperament and training etc before you consider adopting it. why not look at www.petfinder.org and explore some of the options there as for the basenji suggstion - not unless you don't mind having a hole in every towel and sheet in the house :lol: at least that is what my friend says :) Quote
Guest Anonymous Posted June 21, 2002 Posted June 21, 2002 Many small breeds and even some large breeds can be in an condo. look around and see what you like then visit a few breeders of the 3 to 5 breeds you chose. You should be able to find the perfect dog breed. Quote
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