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What is the best type of dog2007-11-25 2:52:00

I have two 3 year old cats, 3 fish, and 1 10 year old dog. i need a dog that would get along with people and other pets.

Answers:

I know that for a fact, if you raise a golden from a puppy it will most likely get along with the other pets.

I have a golden of my own, and she just loves other animals.

Golden Retrievers are known to just want to please there owners.

The following is quoted from Petsmart.com

"Height: 21.5-24 inches

Weight: 55-75 lbs

Life Span: 12-14 yrs

Breed Group: Sporting Dogs

Overview

There are few breeds as gentle, affectionate, playful, eager to please, and devoted as the Golden Retriever.

These sweet dogs like people and other animals and are ideal playmates for children. They can be annoying at times because they crave so much attention and always want to be with their owners.

Goldens generally do very well in obedience training, which should be started early, although some dogs may be easily distracted. Gentle, positive reinforcement is all that's needed.

Goldens may bark when a stranger comes to the door but more often as a greeting rather than as a warning. A fenced yard is essential--goldens tend to follow their noses and wander.

These dogs can live in the city as long as they are exercised daily and given a lot of attention. The golden competes successfully in agility, Flyball, tracking, and obedience; excels in narcotics detection and search and rescue; and is regularly chosen to work as a therapy dog as well as with the physically challenged and visually impaired.