Whats a good dog for a first time dog owner?

I don't really know what New York is like but the best dog for someone in a city is no dog all the best urban

Hello Forb and welcome to myLot! I think there is not such thing as a good dog for a first time dog owner. Any dog can be a good dog, it all depends on the owner, on how much he knows about dogs and how much time and efforts he is ready to spend for the dog. You should first consider a few factors that may influence your decision like where do you live (a house with a garden or a small apartment), how much time do you have to spend for brushing the dog's coat (in case that you decide to get a dog with long hair), how much do you like to walk/exercise your dog (some dogs - like those created for hunting or working - need more exercise, while others - the small breeds - need less exercise) and so on. There are plenty of "dog breed selector" tests on the Internet, just perform a search and you'll find a helping hand. Here's one I like: http://selectsmart.com/DOG/ Because you never had a dog before, I suggest you to think about adopting an adult dog. There are hundreds of dogs abandoned in shelters, they already know how to behave, they must be housebroken and you won't have problems with the mess a small puppy makes.

I am not very sure, but my first dog is a Labrador Retriever. It's a very friendly dog, but it's very playful too. It's a large breed dog, so make sure you have place to keep it and let it run if you want to have a large breed dog. Otherwise, perhaps you can go for medium or small breed dog if you are staying in the apartment. I used to keep my dog in the house, until she grew bigger, and my house can't fit her anymore, and I have to let her stay in the front yard. My aunt has a Shih Tzu which she keeps it in the house all the time. I find Shih Tzu is easier to take care, as it is small sized, and it is not too aggressive and running to you most of the time. When I visits my aunt, the Shih Tzu does play with me sometimes, but she can also stay near my leg quietly. It really depends what kind of house you are staying, and what kind of dog you like. My husband likes large breed dog, that's why we picked Labrador.

I think the main things you should consider when picking a dog are: Where do you live? Do you have a lot of property or a small amount? How large is the area in which you live? This will help you decided whether you want a large, medium, or small breed of dog. The next thing would be deciding how much time you have to have a dog. Do you want a dog with long hair, that needs to be brushed and cleaned up after often? Do you want a dog with short hair and less maintance? When you do think that you have a breed you are interested in check their health history. See what illness' are common to that breed, and the ideal living conditions of that breed. I would suggest visiting your local humane society because there are so many good dogs/puppys out there looking for good homes, and they can even be really helpful with helping you choose the right dog for you. Help that was helpful and the best of luck.

Hello Dear,Living in a city like New York I think a small breed dog will be suitable for you and please go for a puppy as it will be easy for u to train according to your wishes. Because to teach a big dogs discipline of your house will really be difficult

I suppose that what kind of dog is best for you depends on what your preferences. A small dog tends to bark, lives inside, and requires less exercise. A medium dog can be outside during most types of weather as long as the water hasn't frozen and remains accessible and their lives aren't threatened by local wild life, they need to walk most days (if not every day) of the week, etc. Larger dogs need a big yard and many of the same things as a medium dog. As for breeds, I prefer golden retriever mixes because they are usually friendly with children. My dog has put up with a lot from my kids as they learned how to behave around dogs and how to treat them. I still wouldn't leave a young child alone with a dog. I've also had black labs. They require a lot of exercise and a big yard. They have a lot of energy and want a lot of attention. I've also had a weiner dog. These tend to do better in a house without children and do better if at least one owner is around most of the day. They like to spend time in the presence of that owner. I would also consider getting a book from the library that talks about the needs of various breeds and what to expect. I think that some rescue shelters allow people to "try out" a dog to see if it's the right match for both. I would also go for a dog that is not a puppy, unless you love to house train and provide obedience training. Some older dogs, however, may have bad habits. Good luck choosing your future dog!

I had my whole live at least one dog,now i got two. I believe the owner of the dog is responsble how the dog turns out. with a lot of love and time it will be a good dog

i really don't know what breed of dog could survive in new york, but no matter what breed it is, it's much better to have a puppy first, in that case, the dog will recognize you as his master, and whatever breed you'll choose please do have a little research on how to raise it, dogs can be cute and cuddly but dangerous too if you don't know what to do, and before you get a dog, be sure that you have time, money, patient and interest with a dog, i'm an animal lover i have 6 cats and 3 dogs and they took my time, money and patient so much... but at the end of the day it was tiring yet satisfying