Choosing the right dog! : Community Message Boards
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rmatt06
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Thu, Apr 12, 2012 20:04
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Choosing the right dog!
I am thinking about getting a dog.
I would like some input of what kind to get. Please Help me!
I have a daughter 11 years old.
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Cowgirltuff
Mineral Point MO
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Thu, Apr 12, 2012 21:04
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I have a 200lb St Bernard and a part Wolf and Husky mix, both good pets very loving but lots of work. Best dog I've had is a Basset Hound she was very easy to train and was so good with kids. Very smart dog.
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4everblessed
San Diego CA
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Fri, Apr 13, 2012 12:04
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Cocker Spaniel, Dascund Mix
I have a Cocker Spaniel/ Dascund Mix. She weighs 19 pounds. She's very friendly, loyal, playful and was extremely easy to train. She gets along great with kids. She's a very lovable dog.
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branson98
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Sat, Apr 14, 2012 19:04
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branson98
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Sun, Apr 15, 2012 13:04
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active dog
You may want to get a active dog while walking.
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Cowgirltuff
Mineral Point MO
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Wed, Apr 18, 2012 11:04
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Did you decide on one yet? My sister has a Dalmation and its an active dog and very good with kids.
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rmatt06
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Thu, Apr 19, 2012 11:04
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not really
I am still deciding on a dog> I have a 11 years old daughter to keep in mind too.
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sajohnston
Orlando FL
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Sat, Apr 28, 2012 10:04
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It is not the breed you need to consider it would have to be the actual dog. :) Every breed has good dogs and not so good dogs and they all have different traits. If you are concerned about what the dogs personality will be as an adult dog. I would take your daughter to a shelter and adopt a wonderful dog that has been temperament tested and you will not have to go thought the whole potty training, chewing all your things, and howling all night puppy stage. plus you will be saving a life! If you do not have a lot of experience with dogs. I would get a smaller to medium sized dog. Just make sure the dog is a good fit. :) I trained dog for rescues, so that they are ready for their new home. I personally have a Pit mix, a Cane Corso (Italian mastiff) , and a Dachshund. Out of all of them my pit is the best trained, best behaved, and best mannered. The problem with Staffordshire Terriers ( pit) is their loyalty to their human(s). I would not suggest as a first dog. My mastiff is a hand full, He is scared of everything and very unsure of things. Well the dachshund is full of lots of energy and bounce off everything. lol I wouldn't trade them for the world.
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rmatt06
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Sun, Apr 29, 2012 12:04
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Dogs
Thanks for the info.
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SexiNewMe
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Thu, May 10, 2012 00:05
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German Shepards Are Great!
I have two daughters ages 12 and 10. We bought a german shepard puppy because they are very gentle dogs and protective as well. Even as a oversized puppy our sweet Vikan would cater to the girls and considered them His! Lol! Saying this....Vikan was very smart, obediant and overall a terrific dog. He died last year from an accident (my baby) and although I could Never replace him...our next pup will be a G-Shepard.
Hth!
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