KD in CA Posted February 11, 2018 Share Posted February 11, 2018 I know we have a lot of dog owners here, so thought I'd ask for opinions as we consider dog options. -We have 3 elementary school age kids so need a breed that likes to be handled by kids; good energy but not too aggressive. -We're outdoors a fair amount but don't have a huge yard to just turn them loose (but some space for them to explore). Town, parks, hiking trails are close by and would be most of the outdoor activity. -Wife probably doesn't want anything too big. Let me know your suggestions...thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly the Dog Posted February 11, 2018 Share Posted February 11, 2018 Not a bad idea is a small cute dog who is also good for protection for the kids. Like a Shibu Inu. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
row_33 Posted February 11, 2018 Share Posted February 11, 2018 Beagles growing up, hard to train to walk militarily, affectionate, a brain in their skulls 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
145B4IDIE Posted February 11, 2018 Share Posted February 11, 2018 my vote is Lab or Golden Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly the Dog Posted February 11, 2018 Share Posted February 11, 2018 (edited) 3 minutes ago, 145B4IDIE said: my vote is Lab or Golden I always vote for Labs. My favorite breed. But I think KA said he didn't want one so big or aggressive and didn't have a yard to run. Labs would still be great but didn't fit the criterion. Edited February 11, 2018 by Kelly the Dog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
145B4IDIE Posted February 11, 2018 Share Posted February 11, 2018 maybe look at a Jack Russell terrier, always wanted one of those Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly the Dog Posted February 11, 2018 Share Posted February 11, 2018 1 minute ago, 145B4IDIE said: maybe look at a Jack Russell terrier, always wanted one of those They are insane. Fun but absolutely crazy. Never be a quiet moment in the house with three kids. Other terriers are great. Airedale terriers are super smart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
145B4IDIE Posted February 11, 2018 Share Posted February 11, 2018 (edited) all dogs are insane that's why I love 'em Edited February 11, 2018 by 145B4IDIE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly the Dog Posted February 11, 2018 Share Posted February 11, 2018 1 minute ago, 145B4IDIE said: all dogs are insane that's why I love 'em True. They're amazing. But Jack Russells are likely known as the most manic of them all. Very fun and funny though. Super smart. They don't like to listen. The original (Jim) Kelly the Dog was a yellow lab. Best dog ever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steptide Posted February 11, 2018 Share Posted February 11, 2018 Beagle is a good choice if you don't want anything to big. Also, are you looking to get a shelter dog, or were you gonna buy from a breeder? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
/dev/null Posted February 11, 2018 Share Posted February 11, 2018 Take the wife and the kids to the animal shelter and a match will happen 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
145B4IDIE Posted February 11, 2018 Share Posted February 11, 2018 shelter dogs can be the best <thumbs up 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bills4everNY Posted February 11, 2018 Share Posted February 11, 2018 13 minutes ago, /dev/null said: Take the wife and the kids to the animal shelter and a match will happen Agreed. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo716 Posted February 11, 2018 Share Posted February 11, 2018 Beagles are absolutely amazing and great with children Beagle all the way Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo_Gal Posted February 11, 2018 Share Posted February 11, 2018 Having had mixed breeds and purebreds, I'd suggest a mixed breed every time. Maybe I've just been unlucky, but the purebreds always seem to come down with some weird disease. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SinceThe70s Posted February 11, 2018 Share Posted February 11, 2018 I grew up with the greatest dog to ever walk the earth...a Black Lab/Shepperd mix. So I'm going with a big sloppy mutt! Sorry, I know this wasn't helpful since you don't want a big dog, but I couldn't resist a gratuitous plug for Pepper. But if you're still reading, Pepper had a great temperament and I think that came from the Black Lab side. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
/dev/null Posted February 11, 2018 Share Posted February 11, 2018 44 minutes ago, Buffalo_Gal said: Having had mixed breeds and purebreds, I'd suggest a mixed breed every time. Maybe I've just been unlucky, but the purebreds always seem to come down with some weird disease. The idea behind a "purebreed" is to mass reproduce the desired traits by closing the gene pool. The problem with that theory is by closing the gene pool not only do you accelerate reproduction of the desired traits you also accelerate reproduction of flawed traits. A dog isn't some inanimate object like a new car or TV or smartphone. A dog is a new member of the family. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted February 11, 2018 Share Posted February 11, 2018 I am on my sixth Golden Retriever, and I can’t imagine a better breed. ESPECIALLY with kids! You need to get one from a good breeder, no clown winging it. They are so popular a lot of people jump into the game who don’t know squat about.....anything. Great, gentle, sweet and intelligent dogs that will live to make you happy. The ONLY downside is the shedding. That’s an issue. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Jack Posted February 11, 2018 Share Posted February 11, 2018 A mutt from the pound 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly the Dog Posted February 11, 2018 Share Posted February 11, 2018 3 minutes ago, /dev/null said: The idea behind a "purebreed" is to mass reproduce the desired traits by closing the gene pool. The problem with that theory is by closing the gene pool not only do you accelerate reproduction of the desired traits you also accelerate reproduction of flawed traits. A dog isn't some inanimate object like a new car or TV or smartphone. A dog is a new member of the family. I totally agree with that. And I love mutts and shelter dogs. However, I have gotten to know three separate dogs who were actually the disgusting "designer dogs," with breeders putting two disparate dogs together and making a new breed. Just being honest, all three of them are fantastic dogs. Really great. I'm not making any larger projections or statements or even saying this is a remotely good idea. I just saying three of three were fantastic and one of them was one of the coolest, most fun and beautiful dogs I have ever known. And not mine so I don't think I'm biased. He was a cocker spaniel and one other I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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