What dog to get?

Hello Totallyundecided, I don't think there is a breed that it's more expensive to take care of than the other breeds. All dogs have the same needs: a clean place to live, food, immunizations, regular grooming. Maybe a long haired dog could be more costly if you don't groom him at home and you need to pay monthly to maintain his coat in good condition. The costs are not a reason not to own a Siberian Husky. But the temperatures in your area are. Siberian Huskies are breed to live in cold temperatures and they would suffer if they lived in temperatures around 40 degrees Celsius. So forget about a Siberian Husky. If you have thieves in your area your dog will be in danger no matter what breed he is. To reach their goals, nowaday thieves can poison any dog, no matter how ferocious he is. So if you like a friendly dog, don't stratch him out of your list because of that. I think it is better to have a friendly dog than to have a ferocious one that requires to wear a muzzle all the times when he's in a public place. You already received the best advice: choose a dog from a local shelter. They can give you as much love as a pure breed dog can give. Besides, they might be better adjusted to the temperatures in your area than a purebreed dog that was breed for other type of climate.

When you are deciding what dog to get you have to think about what dog would fit your lifestyle. Do you have time each day to exercise the dog? Most big dog breeds needs a certain amount of exercise. How committed are you to the dog's training? You need to continually train the dog and set aside time for this if you want a well mannered doggie. How much money could you set aside for his grooming needs,food and vet needs? You must consider that if you want to raise a healthy dog and of course every responsible pet owner always thinks about that. Big dogs tend to eat more and small dogs tend to eat in lesser proportions compared to big ones. Dogs that are hairy will require time for grooming and you have to spend a lot for grooming materials or take the dog 1-2 times a month to the groomer's.short haired dogs will require less grooming. With both small and large dog breeds you have to give them vitamins and make sure they get their complete shots to prevent diseases. If you want a large dog that can guard the house yet not temperamental, requires less grooming and do not need so much exercise .... i suggest the bullmastiff. However, they tend to eat a lot just like labradors and retrievers. So, think about it...may you choose the right dog for you.

A poodle!!!! I completely love poodles! They are such sweet creatures. And looking cute too, but since, fur is an issue...no poodles for you then :) I think it's better to get a golden retriever :D

For me the one who not friendly in strangers but friend;y of your family and no naughty one so hard to deal with.

I agree. Husky are not suitable for tropical countries due to the heat, and their thick fur. Other than that, u can't walk it under the hot sun, can only do it at night when it's cooler. Labrador is good, even though it's friendly. It does recognise its owners and they sense dangers well. It does not matter how friendly or unfriendly a dog is, because if the thief happens to be one who knows how to handle dogs, it's not going to be a problem for them.

Just get a dog that you like, and think about what is best for your dog. I would think more about how you can make the dog's life better than how it can serve you. Certainly, I would want a friendly dog so that it doesn't try to bite anyone that comes to my door. I would go more with the personality of the dog. If you live in a hot country, I would not have a dog with a lot of fur unless you plan to have them groomed often... for their comfort, they should be groomed with a comfortable hair cut, but not too sort, because they can get sunburned also just like humans... I wouldn't shave them or whatever. If I were you, I would just research where you live, the temperature for most of the year and then choose a dog that would be comfortable in that climate.

I think you should write down a list of breeds that you like. Then hit the internet search and look around to see which one has known medical problems that can happen, shedding, eats a lot, etc. I currently own a beagle, basset, and a lab/aus sheperd. All three shed, my beagle sheds more that I notice, because white shows up easier. Basset Hounds slobbers, gets attached to people to easily, and once they get that loud howl. They howl at anything, even noises on tv. She makes a great guard dog, nobody comes to my house without her letting us know. Labs that I can see from my half breed, they are very hyper dogs, but very sweet loving dogs. Also consider what you want to spend each month for him/her, the bigger the breed more things costs. Also, a side note. I have a neighbor that has a siberian husky, and they keep her outside even during the summer. It gets really hot here during the summer and very humid. She's a very happy dog, just as long as she has shade, a doghouse, food and water and most of all, a lot of room to run around. She's also a very sweet dog, but also very protective.

I have often heard that mixed breeds are better than purebreds. Most breeds have some kind of problem because of the inbreeding necessary to make a purebred. Are there animal shelters where you could adopt a pet in your country? I think the next pet I get will be from a shelter because they are much cheaper and in most cases won't have the same kinds of health problems that a purebred dog might have. Just a thought.

I am not sure which one to suggest to you as I've almost always (but one time) have had chihuahuas as dogs. chihuahuas are small animals and I know you want medium built to a large dog. Golden Retriever's are friendly I believe as well, but I don't know much about them either.

Well how I would choose a dog is by going to a shelter and finding the one that I knew that I would love.

We've had dogs throughout my life, we've had some dogs that were smaller breeds and we've had a couple of dogs that are bigger. I personally prefer the smaller dogs, but I will admit that my first baby was a hound dog. Michela was a very good dog and she was with us for 12 years before we had to put her down. She was smart and she was a good protector for our family. If I was to recommend a larger breed dog to a person, then I would suggest a hound dog because they are smart and they are very loyal.

Yes, your friend is right. Labs are very friendly dogs and like just about everyone. A lot of times a mix dog is your best beat. They do not seem to have the health problems that pure bred dogs have. I do not know much about Golden retrievers except they are very high strung and love to run. I have Chihuahuas and a Jack Russell. They are good dogs if you like small to medium dogs. A Chihuahua is a good watch dog because they bark at everything and they are very protective over their owner. A Jack Russell is a very loyal dog but you really have to watch and train them to behave or they will take over. They can be very aggressive with other dogs if they are not socialized.

My suggestions is that you have to get a dog that is safety for us and should not be taht expense in shelter,food items and so on.I think you can buy boxer dog because my neighbourhood have that and i think its very safety and lovable to see.But,we must be very careful while handling.

I say you should get a shih tzu because they are really funny cool looking dogs. I have one and I can say that he is probably the greatest pet I've ever had. So easy to look after too. If you want a dog that keeps you company and is easy to look after then consider my recommendation!

Over the years I have had many breeds of dogs when I was younger and my home had a large yard I had a German Shepherd, Husky (never again he tore up my Home) and Irish Setter and a Doberman Pinscher. My dobie (Tana) was my favorite, easy to train, and take care of with her short hair, great with children and a good watch dog.

I suggest you visit several sites which list the different breeds of dogs then select a few from them and research each breed you have chosen. Some dogs do well in colder climates, some shed unmercifully, some are 'one owner' dogs, some socialize easily others do not. I suggest you read up on each breed you are most interested in, and find the one who most closely fits your needs for a companion animal. Do check the shelters for dogs that may meet your requirements, you'll have the opportunity to save a life and gain a great friend.

Your right. Siberian Husky are really expensive and hard to take care of. Because you live in a tropical country, You can only bring it out a walk in the evening when its cooler. And if it gets really hot, you have to bring him to a room with air conditioning. If you want a Hardcore kind of dog just get a German Shepherd, which are use by the military and police. If you really can't decide, just go for a max breed and you get the best of both worlds.