I want to get another dog. Breed suggestions? Have a few in mind. Already have 3 other dogs. Please help :)?
Topics: Dog Breeds | 17 Comments »By admin | March 9, 2010
I have currently got 3 other dogs: Leah a 3 year old Afghan Hound, Zoe a 1 year old Dalmatian and Mia a 5 year old Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever.
I have had all my dogs sinse they were 8 weeks old and I am very committed to each of their needs.
I have not shaved Leah’s long coat at all, I am very committed to keeping it long. I groom all of my dogs frequently and walk them for 40 minutes in the morning, an hour in the afternoon (45 mins of that walk is off the leash at a park) and sometimes 20-40 minutes at night before bed time.
I am VERY active, I take all of my dogs to the beach when I have a day off on a nice day, I enjoy long walks (sometimes I walk for maybe 2 hours in the morning etc.).
I have trained all of my dogs very well. I have had no trouble with either dog escaping my property.. etc.
I would like to get another pup but wouldn’t over rule any possibilities of getting a rescue dog.
Breed suggestions are great.
I would prefer a medium – large dog (but wouldn’t say no to a small breed), must be an active breed, NO HAIRLESS DOGS the breed must be able to get along with 3 other different breeds, must be able to get along with 2 cats aged 5 and 7, a breed that would live indoors only (but have free access to the backyard during the day).
***BREEDS I DON’T WANT***
- Chihuahua – HAIRLESS BREEDS
Like I said, I would like to rescue a dog but I would like to be able to know the dog from when they were young.
I have rescued dogs before (Beagle age 7, Pointer x age 4, Pomeranian age 10, Border Collie age 8 – all now passed away) so don’t think that I am not into rescue dogs.
I have considered a Labrador and have decided not to get one as my brother recently lost his Lab due to cancer and I would feel really bad if I got one after his just died.
I have thought about the Border Collie, Collie and Golden Retriever and they are definetly in my top 10 list 
For any more information:
- I have a large house – not double story.
- Large backyard
- Experience with a lot of breeds
- Can handle dominating dogs
- Would NOT like a cough potato (LOL)
- Don’t want a breed that is aggressive
- Can handle stubborn breeds (My Beagle was a real trouble maker)
Posted by I know, I know!!!! on 03.09.10 11:27 pm
I have a miniature dachshund and he is wonderful. extremely smart, no doggie odor, no long hair to groom, great personality.
Posted by krystallovespitbulls on 03.10.10 12:24 am
Any type of dog would be great in your situation! Yup there are plenty of Recues that are needing to place dogs in forever homes!
this is a great website to adopt: http://www.petfinder.com
Thank you and good Luck
Posted by Sharon H on 03.10.10 1:24 am
Try the local animal shelter and see what dogs they have thet need a good home.
Posted by chetco on 03.10.10 1:34 am
I would think a Golden Retriever might be the right dog for your lifestyle..
As the breeds that you already have are independent, and can be quite stubborn, a Golden would likely be a joy to have and raise, and they usually get along well with others…
Check out this video, at bottom of page> http://www.gottadance.landofpuregold.com/
Posted by neo_maxi_zoon_dweeby on 03.10.10 1:35 am
Australian Cattle Dogs (aka Heelers) are very active and great pets. Medium sized, don’t bark much, love kids & other pets.
Posted by m_007jr on 03.10.10 1:38 am
Get a Black lab
Posted by Shadow's Melon on 03.10.10 2:12 am
Well, I think you do wonders with the dogs that you have and you have a good activity level going on for all of them! I gotta give you props for making sure their needs are met as way so many simply don’t do it.
Considering you maintain an active lifestyle, I’d think a Border Collie might fit nicely into your home. Okay, I have a 5 month BC puppy, so I’m a little biased here, but I am totally in love with the intelligence, that crouching stance they take when something catches their eye, and that oh so lovable nature.
Whatever you choose, I would say to stick with a dog that is in the size range of what you have so that he/she can keep up okay. A more active breed is probably a good idea too.
Good luck on choosing a new pup!
Posted by Ms.Hellfire on 03.10.10 2:27 am
You might want a Labrador retriever. Usually they love people and are very active and I have an indoor yellow lab with access to the backyard at night and we walk him in the daytime and he does fine. Plus I think labs are incredibly easy to train since they are very smart dogs. All the labs I ever had always got along very well with other dogs too.
Posted by flactate on 03.10.10 3:00 am
Since you have an active lifestyle and a commitment to training, almost any breed would fit well into your situation. You could probably provide the stimulation needed by a German Pointer, Belgian Teruvan, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, or other high-energy breed.
Posted by thomas k on 03.10.10 3:00 am
Your whole living situation really has a big bearing as to what type of pooch you should consider. Terriers and collies and those sorts of larger breeds need lots of room to run. If you are an active person and enjoy walking you would do well with that type of dog. Apartment dwellers are probably better off with a smaller dog. Then if your a couch potato go for a Basset hound or maybe a Pug. They like to eat and watch T.V. Most all dog’s for some reason like to get their noses and snouts “pleached.” This merely consists of grabbing and either lightly pulling or pinching their noses. They enjoy the playfulness and the smell of your hands. Pleaching is a wonderful bonding tool for both dog and owner. And you might find it as irresistable as the dog surely will, so do this often. “Keep on Pleaching.” And don’t over feed.
Posted by ♥~Paige Cole~♥ on 03.10.10 3:52 am
I would get a boxer.. I have 2 and they are very active dogs. seems like you love to take them for walks and i think boxers could keep up with your lifestyle.Boxer are very smart and can be taugh very easliy. Mine are just great loyal dogs and would never think about escaping the yard. The only downfall with those dogs are they are very loveable and think that they are lap dogs.. lol… but not really a problem if you don’t mind them sitting in your lap every once in awhile. Hope this helps.. and also they are great wiht other animals and also kids big or small.
Posted by walkinglady on 03.10.10 4:05 am
Since you already have an afghan, you must enjoy sighthounds. Why not consider rescuing a greyhound – they’e very laid back and almost all of them love the company of other dogs. Also, since you walk your dogs, you’d provide a great home for a greyhound. When you adopt, the rescue group is very careful to match the right dog to the right person, so you’d know your dog would get alng with your 3.
(By the way, as a former afghan breeder and exhibitor, I’m always thrilled when people look after their dog’s gorgeous coats!)
Posted by dolly on 03.10.10 4:10 am
A spaniel would be a good suggestion to your “pack” lol. A springer spaniel or cocker spaniel come to my mind. They generally are outgoing and get along great with other animals. Their energy level would be similar to the others as they were bred for hunting as well. Whatever you choose, good luck and have fun with your new pup!
Posted by Kelly on 03.10.10 5:05 am
I would recommend getting a schnauzer. They are great dogs and come in three sizes. Giant, Standard and mini. But, I would also recommend going to the following sites to see what breed would be best for your lifestyle:
http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/search.htm
http://www.selectsmart.com/DOG/
http://www.purinaone.com/dogcare_breed_selector.asp
I hope this helps!
Posted by Jane S on 03.10.10 5:11 am
I have a strange one that you might like. We have an American Eskimo. While she is a smaller breed of dog in general, there are several categories. Ours is a regular or “full size” Eskimo. They have tons of energy, love people and other dogs, love to be inside and outside, need some room to run, are highly trainable and great with children also. Our dog stands just above my knee in height and weighs in at around 40 lbs (of solid muscle). She is actually a little larger than what a standard is supposed to get.
American Eskimos are beautiful dogs with long white (and some light tan) coats. They do shed in warm weather. Average life span tends to be between 12 and 15 years.
Posted by iron mike on 03.10.10 6:01 am
black lab
Posted by The Best Pet Dog Breed on 03.10.10 9:31 am
[...] I want to get another dog. Breed suggestions? Have a few in mind … [...]