I’m Trying To Find A Toy Breed Of Dog That Fits My Lifestyle. Can You Help?
Sunday, February 14th, 2010 at
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I don’t really want a heavy shedder. I’m okay with grooming, just not too too much, like a show poodle. I’m not a couch potato, so a energetic and playful dog is best for me. I’d like a fairly intelligent dog, who is not a big time barker or biter. Can you suggest to me some breeds that would suit my lifestyle best? Thanks!! Happy New Year!!
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I have two Miniature Pinschers. They are very energetic, low maintenance, and very intelligent. They do bark more than we would like for them to, but I’ve noticed that when one is alone the barking isn’t as bad. It’s like they have a barking competition. When one barks the other joins in and tries to be louder than the other.
Toy Poodle, smartest breed of dog. Very Very easy to train. Loyal and don’t shed. Very Very intelligent and funny. If you don’t have a sense of humor don’t get poodle. I don’t have children and my choc brown toy poodle is spoiled but also trained. He can fetch and bring his toy and drop it at my feet. He sits, stays and lays on command and it only to 2 hours of training classes for him to learn these commands. But be prepared to get attached and if you have a busy lifestyle you might find yourself taking your dog alot of places with you. Especially at first. It can be alot of work and not everyone (i found) is as fond of my dog as I am. Happy Hunting
Get a schnoodle. part schnauzer part poodle. grooming is not much every couple of months or so and shedding is almost none. they are cute loyal and very playful! I have a little boy 3 months old. Wonderful dogs.
A toy poodle would actually be great for you, even if you don’t realize it. The only difference is that you need to get it a different hair cut, not the show cut, more of a sport cut that is lower maintenance. They are very playful, but you need to find one with nice parents so you don’t get a nipper.
Toy breeds in general are great companions,but out of all types of dogs can be notorious for both barking and biting. Chihuahua’s need minimal grooming, don’t tend to bark too much but can be nippy. They are energetic and loyal companions though. Another good toy breed is the Yorkie. They need a little more grooming but don’t tend to be so nippy.
You just described my Toy Fox Terrier. Short haired so very little grooming needed. An incredible athlete, very energetic. Owners of this breed are often overheard saying “what part of TERRIER do you not understand?” My TFT may only be about 6 lb, but they did not waste any space by packing fear in him. He thinks he can whip my German Shepherd, and he knows he can outrun him inside where the bigger dog has to negotiate turns. Smart — he knows the safest place for him with my German Shepherd, when they are outside, is under the shepherd — and he is able to stay there and drive my shepherd crazy unless the shepherd takes off in a run. Do watch them before buying one. They can jump vertically several times their own height, and mine has no fear about jumping off the top bunk of a set of bunk beds — though it does worry me. For their size, I don’t think they have an athletic equal in the dog world. They can cross a room and be in your lap between the time you start a sneeze and finish it, which can be startling.
Not yappy either, but when there is someone in the driveway or at the door, he will let me know about it. I have, however, seen one example of the breed that was so yappy the owner finally had the dog de-barked; so I would watch the dog you are considering before making the deal.
Good luck.
a jack russell terrier sounds best for you they are 11 to 13 or maybe a lil bit more lbs they come in three coat types strait wired (and i forget the other 1) unfortunately they bark sorta a lot when they want to be sassy or get your attention and they love to bite in a playful way ( it doesn’t hurt really) but these dogs are like the coolest ever they are way smart i mean way and very energetic andplayful they are soo awesome
Why not look into a Cavalier King Charles spaniel or perhaps an English Toy spaniel? These breeds aren’t as yappy as a lot of toys, nor are they one the toy breeds known to be snappers. You might also be interested in a brussels griffon. At any rate, you need to research the breed you’re interested in to find out about potential health problems in the breed, etc., then try and actually meet a dog or two to find out if it’s what you want in a dog.
i love toy dogs too,
your best bet is to get a
Yorkie or a chi
their small and not much of a problem at all
a poodle would be good. I had a black toy poodle once. no shedding,but you do have to keep trimmed.which if you have done,cost a lot of money in time.
If you are like that then boxers are the perfect breed of dog for you. You bearly need to groom them. They are very playful and very smart if you take the time to teach them anything you want. They are not a big time barker either. Boxers are a medium sized dog the females usually weigh around 60 lbs. and the males are around 75 lbs. Boxers are a very good breed and you should look into them.
I was in your same position several months ago. After a lot of research, I found out about the toy rat terrier. They are a short hair, non shedding breed. They do not bark unless there is a stranger in the house- they are great guard dogs. They only need a brushing every one- two weeks and are very minimal care (as far as dogs go). Mine loves to go on a walk/ jog and then come inside and fall asleep on you lap. They are so sweet!! Good luck in your search and let me know what you end up getting. If you need any other help, just ask!
I have two toy dogs one is a min pin the other a Yorkshire terrier. Both are very lively dogs though the Yorkie is the more energetic of the two. The min pin is the barker and gets the other started but a be quiet command works on the Yorkie but not on the min pin. Over the years I have had a Maltese too much grooming that you didn’t want, a poodle also alot of grooming but nowhere near as much as the Maltese unless you want it to look like a show dog. I had a peke which is a fun dog which needs to be combed daily. The min pin needs no grooming, the Yorkie needs to be combed daily. In my opinion the Yorkie’s best. He is my second one, my last one died 3 months before I got my new one last year she was 19 years old and just like one of my children. They are highly intelligent,and the have an unstoppable enthusiasm for life. They also have a lot of spirit and they like to be the boss. They do not know they are small and fear nothing.,but they are not mean animals just very strong willed, and independent to a degree. I feel the Yorkie probably would make you happy, oh yes they are long haired but do not shed . You can go to the American Kennel Club site and answer a questionnaire to see which dog best suits you though. Good luck with whatever you choose.
A gorky
miniature pinscher for sure they are very loving and energetic
they do bark but not if you trian them right
they are also very intelligent and love to learn
i think a minipin will be perfect for you busy life style
try getting a pitbull.theyre not bad its just the owners
A Shih Tzu is a great breed, they do not shed, and they are lots of fun,and sooooo cute!
a toy poodle is nice if you do not mind the grooming and they do not shed. they come in all colors. they love to play and travel well. they are considered the smartest breed of dogs.easy to train.l have a chihuahua, she is friendly.but most of the time they can be barkers and unfriendly.
Dogs are a responsibility, not an accessory–despite however Paris Hilton portrays them.
If you want to be accessorized, buy a purse. Don’t bring a helpless creature into your schizoid life!
try the Iams breed finder that you answer questions to find the right dog.http://us.iams.com/iams/en_US/jsp/IAMS_P…
Off hand, I’d say in the toy terrier group the border terriers, the jack russels, the cairn terriers would be good. But give the breed finder a shot see what works for you.
thats pretty much exactly how i am-i was going to buy a cairn terrier but now i’m buying an australian terrier-they only need bathing once a month, and light brushing every week-theyre really playful and energetic-but never mean-but if you want to lie down with it, it will just stay there. ive only had experience with pure bred dogs though.
excuse my spelling and lack of proper punctuation-im really tired.
try a pomerainian or a pembroke welsh corgi
Boston Terrier
Owning
His coat is easy to care for when it comes to grooming, a few strokes with a soft brush will keep his short, smooth coat gleaming. He is loving and sensitive, merry and bright, at times a clown and has a deep love for his family and children. Usually he will get along well with other family pets if introduced to them at a young age.
Characteristics
The Boston Terrier is a lively, highly intelligent, smooth coated, short-headed, compactly built, short-tailed, well balanced dog, brindle, seal or black in color and evenly marked with white. The head is in proportion to the size of the dog and the expression indicates a high degree of intelligence. The body is rather short and well knit, the limbs strong and neatly turned, the tail is short and no feature is so prominent that the dog appears badly proportioned. The dog conveys an impression of determination, strength and activity, with style of a high order; carriage easy and graceful. A proportionate combination of ”Color and White Markings” is a particularly distinctive feature of a representative specimen.
Did You Know
The Boston Terrier is one of America’s native breeds having been developed in Boston, MA. The breed was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1893. The Boston Terrier is also sometimes called ”the American gentleman among dogs.”
and they are so cute lol i have 2 and just love them one named sam the other one candy
I can highly recommend Shih Tzu’s and Pomeranians. Both breeds are great companions. They are not yappy or high strung. They do not yip, bite, chew, or run away. I have heard good things about Maltese dogs.
I would suggust a Maltese. They do not shed. They require some grooming, but they are perfect! They like to play but they can be independant!
miniature pincher. their hair is short and they hardly shed, they are energetic and love to play but they are protective.
cavalier king charles spaniel would be ideal, they are bright, fun loving, intelligent little dogs who will go for a run twice a day and love you dearly. Like all little dogs, they learn to manipulate quickly, but you will be able to train her and she will see you as pack leader, I am sure.
I WOULD SUGGEST A BEAGLE-I KNOW ALOT OF PEOPLE THINK THEY BARK ALL THE TIME, BUT MINE DON’T-HE IS VERY SWEET-FULL OF ENERGY, LOVES TO INTERACT, NEVER BITES-GETS ALONG WITH THE OTHER 2 MUTTS AND THE 2 CATS IN MY HOUSE ALSO. AT THE BEGINNING OF SPRING, I BRUSH HIM EVERY NIGHT, THEN EVERY OTHER NIGHT AFTER THAT AND HE HARDLY SHEDS. THEY ARE VERY SMART DOGS AND THE ONLY THING YOU CAN’T DO IS OFF LEASH TRAIN THEM (BECAUSE THEY ARE SCENT HOUNDS AND WHEN THEY PICK UP A SCENT–THEY ARE GONZO!
A Jack Russell terrier is very entergetic and doesn’t take too much upkeep.
papillon
Go to YAHOO! and type in “dog breed selector” Several questionnaires will come up. They will ask you about your lifestyle and preferences. This should give you a good idea about the breed good for you. Once you get it narrowed down, go to akc.com and look at the breed standard. then you may want to volunteer at a shelter or rescue so you can meet the dogs in person and see if you connect. Another resource might be to go to a dog show. Whatever you do, don’t go to a pet shop or a backyard breeder. Happy Hunting!!!!