I think I'm going to give up looking for a dog. We are limited due to allergies by my hubby. I've posted on a couple of different websites questions about breeds and every single one came out as "bad" or not good.
Maybe I'll post what requirements we have and you folks can suggest some breeds for me?
Low-shedding
Small-medium
Good with children
Can be let off-leash (and come back! lol)
Active but not hyper
Any suggestions?
So wheatens are not good dogs? I get so confused on this site when people criticize every breed of dog. Every dog would be a terror if not trained properly, right?
I'm just going by all the breed descriptions on the net. Has anyone here actually trained one? What was your experience?
Thanks everyone for the input...much appreciated! I need all the info I can get!
Dont forget that posting on boards are all from opinions as well.
ANY dog can be a good dog if you have the time, patience and energy for that specific breed.
An example would be - I have a Belgian Tervuren, but NOT everyone can have a good one. Many people are scared of them because of what their temperments can be like - even some judges at shows that I've been to with Riot, my dog, were scared to run their hands over him - for no reason that he has given them either.
Everyone has "their breed".
Honestly it depends on what YOU, as an owner are willing to put into this dog. Make SURE you research for a good breeder, get a puppy from parents that have been hip, elbows and eyes tested.
Any Terrier will have "terrier" instincts that you can't get rid of. Ie. stubborness, but you can learn to work WITH it to benefit you.
Any dog can be reliable off leash in certain situations - it just depends on the method of training, the amount of training and the maturity of the dog.
I've known a handful of Huskys that were 100% reliable off leash through woods, open fields etc. but then again, I know many other Huskys who I'd never trust off leash.
Just be careful and picky on who the parents are of the puppy you bring home.
Poodles are fabulous dogs to have around, they are smart, willing to please, but do have LOTS of energy! hehe They also come in 3 different sizes.
DONT be fooled by the "teacup" poodle - there is NO such thing by any standard. They are bred by BYB..
Anyways, Good luck and I hope that patrolling dog forums hasn't put you off owning your own dog. Your doing the first greatest step in owning a dog - the research!