Well, I've been learning a lot reading the different posts on this forum. I'd really love to get a dog. I grew up with a Springer spaniel and a beagle which you can see in my siggy. I haven' met many different breeds of dogs and I was hoping that I could get some suggestions on breeds that would fit my lifestyle. I've read alot about different breeds but it isn't the same as talking to someone who owns one. Well, I'm a college student living in a 3br duplex with a small unfenced yard. There are lots of trails and parks in the area to explore. There is also a big track field across the street from me which would be a great place to play fetch. Here's what I'd like for a dog
- med. to small but not tiny (15-55 lbs)
- 2-3 45 min walks and an hour training/play session per day
- moderate shedding ok (but not blow coat like husky)
- good with cats and strangers
- okay alone for 5-6 hrs max a day
- not terribly noisy ( I realize training has a lot to do with this)
- possibly do obedience or agility
I'm very interested in boxers, std. poodles, vizlas, brittanys, bichon frises, scottish terriers, and springer spaniels, but I'm very open to other suggestions. I'm also thinking about going to a show later this summer to meet different breeds in person. This will be my first dog on my own and I really want to do everything right. I'd appreciate any suggestions and advice.
- med. to small but not tiny (15-55 lbs)
- 2-3 45 min walks and an hour training/play session per day
- moderate shedding ok (but not blow coat like husky)
- good with cats and strangers
- okay alone for 5-6 hrs max a day
- not terribly noisy ( I realize training has a lot to do with this)
- possibly do obedience or agility
I'm very interested in boxers, std. poodles, vizlas, brittanys, bichon frises, scottish terriers, and springer spaniels, but I'm very open to other suggestions. I'm also thinking about going to a show later this summer to meet different breeds in person. This will be my first dog on my own and I really want to do everything right. I'd appreciate any suggestions and advice.