Can anybody tell me my "dream dog"? Or maybe it does not exist.

[griffinator13]

Ok, with my mom, I need a very special dog:

1) doesn't shed (much anyway, so basically not like a golden retriever or border collie)

2) smart (my mom has little patience for dogs that don't understand commands well, like my less-then-brilliant black lab who we gave to a friend recently)

3) not huge (not neccessarily a tiny dog, but small enough to be bathed easily in the tub or sink)

4) calm (able to be trustworthy home alone, unlike my lab who broke or ate something he was not supposed to every time we turned around)

5) easy-going (I have a brother who likes to pull ears and tails and ride on the dog's back)

6) not too hyper (again, unlike my lab, because we would like to keep this dog indoors)

7) not too noisey (or at least able to be trained not to bark- that was a huge problem with the lab)

8) cute (who doesn't want a cute dog?)

This dog probably does not exist... or maybe it does, except it is called a cat, and my dad is allergic to cat hair. We love puppies, but my mom is one of those people who will go absolutly insane if the dog tracks muddy paw-prints inside the front door or chews through the leg of a table (can you believe that my lab actually did that? A 3 inch thick wooden table leg!) or jumps on the couch or barks any time the door-bell rings. Anybody have any ideas?

[Gabz]

after putting ur info that u requested into a dog search..these breeds have little to no shedding. From what it says.

Medium Sized

Basenji

Bedlington Terrier

Hairless Khala

Kerry Blue Terrier

Peruvian Inca Orchid (PIO)

Portuguese Water Dog

Schnoodle

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

Small/Toy Sizes

American Hairless Terrier

Bedlington Terrier

Bichon Frise

Border Terrier Cairn Terrier

Chinese Crested (hairless)

Chi-Poo

Cockapoo

Havanese

Lowchen (Little Lion Dog)

Maltese

Malti-Poo

Miniature Poodle

Miniature Schnauzer

Schnoodle

Tibetan Terrier

Toy Poodle

West Highland White Terrier

Wirehaired Fox Terrier

Yorkipoo

Yorkshire Terrier

[Fincat]

After reading your post, and all the requirements you have, the only dog I can suggest for you is a stuffed one.

It's not your Lab's fault it did all that stuff, it's yours. If you don't properly train an animal, that's what will happen.

How horrible you gave the lab away.

Fin

[HugAPug]

The rhodesian ridgeback is a large (not huge) dog. They dont shed alo. They are pretty calm, as long as you give it enough exercise (sometimes they dont need it everyday). Even though they're calm, they can exercise for hours if they're allowed too! Rhodesian ridgebacks are calm and patient with kids as long as they're raised with them.
Soft coated wheaten terriers are a completely non shed breed. But since they dont shed, they need to be brushed every other day to keep their coat from matting. I'm not sure on the energy level. But they are very friendly and should be good with kids when raised with the. But they can be $1000. And they're cute! hehe
Poodles dont shed either but they need alot of professionally grooming. They're one of the most intelligent breeds. I dont know how they are with kids though.

[griffinator13]

Ok, thanks Hugapug. What you said was helpful, unlike Fincat who is a moron. It is not my fault that my lab was an insane idiot from day one. We got him because he was bubbling with energy, and while he was a loving, happy-go-lucky guy, he never did settle down. The person we gave him too is an avid dog-lover, and my lab absolutly loves her. Thanks for nothing you creep.

[IceyBlueSibes]

After reading your post, and all the requirements you have, the only dog I can suggest for you is a stuffed one.

It's not your Lab's fault it did all that stuff, it's yours. If you don't properly train an animal, that's what will happen.

How horrible you gave the lab away.

Fin


I totally agree with you Fin. They should have done research on the breed before taking it home. THEN they would have found out that labs are very hyper energetic dogs that need exercise!

It is not my fault that my lab was an insane idiot from day one.We got him because he was bubbling with energy, and while he was a loving, happy-go-lucky guy, he never did settle down.

Someone like that shouldn't even own a dog. Calling a dog an insane idiot for being what it is... I think they have the wrong person there. :rolleyes: And you should never get a dog just because they are cute and full of energy.

DO RESEARCH! AND YOU WON'T HAVE THE PROBLEM YOU DID!

[Soleil]

Greetings!

I would suggest a greyhound or whippet- especially an older, even senior, one. We have a 9 year old (that we recently became guardians of) and he is the BEST behaved dog, and although he is a sight hound, when they get older they lose interest in running after every single thing that moves on the horizan. I would check with rescue groups- perhaps they know of a greyhound mix looking for a home.

And regarding your previous lab experience. Everyone makes mistakes, and the good thing is that the dog is happier at his new home. Giving a dog up is a hard decision, and I applaud the fact that you made the effort to find a home for him instead of dumping him at a shelter.

Everyone makes mistakes, and it's not up to anyone here to judge that. A simple question was asked... it was not a request for judgement.

Good luck!
Soleil

[griffinator13]

GREYHOUND??? Aren't those like racing dogs? I like big dogs, but my mom kind of seems to prefer smaller dogs now.

As for my lab, we did plenty of research, and my dad grew up with labs. He honestly said that he has never seen a lab at age 7 as ridiculously hyper as our Lincoln. Even the dog-lover who took him said she can't believe how he has endless energy and a kind of knack for getting into trouble (except she thinks it is funny when he rips up her garbage or crashes into a table with potted plants sitting on top of it). But we never would have let him get hurt or anything. In fact for a dog with ADD I think he fell into good hands.

What about poodles? A friend of mine just got one and says she doesn't shed because she has HAIR and not FUR. I hear they are smart, but also very hyper and yippy.

[Soleil]

Yes, Greyhounds are racing dogs. They are fast, but not hyper, 'barkey', or destructive. There are many breeds of greyhound: some are actually smaller (below the knee) than whippets (which are close relatives) and some are quite large (above knee height). If you are interested in adopting a puppy or younger dog, then a greyhound would not be a suitable match, but if you are willing to look at a senior dog- they might be just what the vet ordered.
As for poodles- the standard poodles are large, but very calm, smart and well-mannered. It's the small ones thattend to be yippy and neurotic. But I do know of some toy poodles that are great, so it depends on the dog, the owner and the enviornment.

Whatever dog you choose, or don't choose, I wish you well.

Soleil

[griffinator13]

Actually the poodle my friend has is a toy... but when I am with her she is sweet and doesn't yip at all in her cage. I guess it varies from dog to dog. Another dog that I have seen is a miniature pug. They are so ugly they are cute, and they seem pretty calm and friendly (at least that one was, but I only met it for a couple of minutes on a street corner :))

[Fincat]

I'm a moron AND a creep? Wow, you sound pretty mature. Not.

The truth hurts, doesn't it?

God help the next pet you get-you aren't fit to own one.


Fin

[griffinator13]

Yes, I suppose it must have hurt to have someone recognize that you are a moron and a creep.

You don't even know me, so don't judge me. There are, in fact, dogs of different temperments out there, and not all of them will learn and become mature the same as other dogs. Labs generally do calm down as they get older, and most will obey better when taught to behave. We have had dogs and trained them in the same way as our recent lab (and my dad has actually done it with labs) and he is just over-hyper and not the brightest dog in the world.

I don't know why I bother explaining myself to you, ferret-face, and I don't give a care if I sound immature. I AM immature, but I know an A-Hole when I meet one, and they really tick me off.

[Fincat]

Don't judge you? So what exactly are YOU doing when you stoop so low and call me a creep, moron, a**hole, and ferret face?

Did it hurt me when you slung your mud? Nope. I know I am dealing with a mental midget(you), so therefore, I'll let you off the hook. I have to feel bad for the "not too smart" people in this world like you.

And for you to admit that you ARE in fact immature leaves no doubt in my mind that you SHOULD NOT ever own another animal. Who knows what will happen if your next dog misbehaves.

I can't wait to read your reply. You really have me smiling ear to ear today.


Fin

[griffinator13]

lol, you are like me. I have had my share of people slamming me on different forums here (mainly the rabbit forum) and I find it extremely entertaining. You should read some of the stuff people say! I was cracking up!

But I seem to have met my match here. You sound like a mature person who isn't getting huffy over this. The rabbit lovers could learn something here (I hope they are reading this). This is how to deal with immaturity: laugh, don't get mad. If you are in fact laughing, then good. I respect that.

Anyway, about dogs... kids in the world own pets. The average family owns a family pet, no big deal. Well, same for us, only that one pet didn't work out, and so we did a very nice thing for him by giving him to a loving owner, and we still see him all the time at the park, and he is happy as a lark. Why do you act as if I abuse animals? And if you are so mature, then why are YOU taking time to respond to me? I'm confused as to why this is an issue for you... me giving my dog away, I mean. It isn't like we gave him to a shelter or did anything to hurt him. Actually, the home where he is living now has much more land and other dogs for him to play with. What's the big deal?

[griffinator13]

Aww... I have to go out of town for the weekend, so go ahead and take your time to think of something really good. I am looking forward to it already.

[Soleil]

Damn, damn, double-damn...
You can't leave- not whenit's just getting interesting- this is like a bad car wreck- you can't help but look.
I will say this: As a shelter worker, I deal with people every day, that are unable, or unwilling, to raise a pet that they chose. Most peolple do not go through the effort of finding a home for their animal themselves- they simply 'dump' it.
It seems, in this case, that it was NOT a case of ingorance of the breed, as Griffin's father has had them, but an inability to meet a particular dogs needs. It seems that they did the best they could do for the dog, and it's better off where it is.

Soleil

[cford52]

In banneds defense, poorly bred dogs may show undesireable hyperactivity, even if properly socialized and trained from a young age. Im no expert, but I stayed at a Holiday Inn last night. lol

[Pharlane]

In banneds defense, poorly bred dogs may show undesireable hyperactivity, even if properly socialized and trained from a young age. Im no expert, but I stayed at a Holiday Inn last night. lol
cford52 the kids name is griffinator13 Why under his name it says banned meens he is BANNED from here

[ILoveMyBunnies]

Actually you should find the rabbit post and you will see why you should not deffend him. It is not funny its creul and was written by an immature jerk.

[glitterfairy]

*shakes head*

I have a lab. And I have other friends that have labs, and I can honestly say that I've rarely heard of one that isn't on the hyperactive side and needs fairly constant entertainment (unless its asleep :D). My 3-yr-old Lab is still the naughtiest thing in the world and the only trick she can do is sit, but I love her like anything and I know she loves me back. (for the record I'm sure she's intelligent, but it's a matter of whether she chooses to obey us or not :p)

At the end of the day dogs are dogs - you can't expect them to be "perfect", because they have flaws, just like us. The best you can do is find one that's compatible with you and love it for what it is. You can't always assume that a lab will be easy trainable just because others were, the same way you can't expect all Asians to be maths-pros.

And finally, in every other forum I've been a member of, you learn very quickly that we should all be civil to each other, and that there ARE mature ways of disagreeing with one another without having to lower our standards to the point of calling one another names like they do in kindergarten.

I'm glad griffinator13's gone. :D