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Whick kind of dog2007-11-25 2:55:09

Do you want a puppy -- or would an adult do? Are you willing to consider a rescue or go to the shelter?

Hair -- do you like to groom? Or would you rather have a smooth coated dog?

Energy -- do you want a couch potato? a busy body? something in between?

Do you have other animals? Cats? Birds? rodents? Children?

Size -- really small --under 10# 10 - 20#

Do you live in an apartment? House with a yard? Are you willing to take long walks to exercise your dog? Are you willing to train your dog?

I train classes for the public and so am exposed to many, many dogs of all sizes. For the smaller dogs I like many of the well bred Beagles, Papillons, Pomeranians, Jack Russells, Dachshunds, Pugs and Boston Terriers. Notice that I said "well bred" ABSOLUTELY avoid a puppy mill/pet store when getting any dog, but especially the smaller breeds.

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You could get a Chihuahua, Sheltie ( Shetland Sheepdog ), Cairn Terrier, Dachshund, Havanese, Maltese, Papillon, Pomeranian, Miniature Pinscher, Toy Poodle, Scottish Terrier, or a Yorkshire Terrier. I would probably get either the Sheltie, Chihuahua, or the Yorkshire Terrier.

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I love my Pug! They are soo...cute when they are babies, unfortunately they don't stay small.

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I think Pomeranian's or Pappillion's make the greatest small dog. They are so pleasant and so social. They are not nervous or yappy at all, which I wouldn't be able to stand (and I am deaf. ha!)

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If you want to get a little dog .. you could get a Lhasa apso , shih tzu , Schnauzer (miniature or standard) Maltese, Yorkie , miniature pincher (little doberman ) etc... i'll recomend you to adopt one PURE BREED and you will be saving a life (this makes a difference). example : www.msn.com --> websearch: shih tzu rescues or adopt a shih tzu and you will find the perfect pet.

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try a shih tzu or sheltie. shelties are very smart dogs and also cavalier king charles spaniels. remember to adopt from a shelter or rescue, though.

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Go to a shelter! You sound like you want a little and friendly dog. Do not buy one from a pet shop. They can have lots of health problems. At shelters you can look at loads of ADORABLE small dogs and small dog puppies! I wouldnt get a chihahua (no offense to chihahua lovers) because they are hard to take care of and are not good for first time dog owners. I wouldnt try a yorkshire terrier. Never fall for the "miniature yorkshire terriers". They are so small and fragile! They are very susceptible to illness and have many health problems. You should try a bichon frise or a cairn terrier. They are both very nice, easy to teach tricks, and great for first time owners. I used to have a cairn and it was the nicest dog ever. It learned loads of tricks quickly (sit, lie down, roll over, shake,fetch,speak,and to jump over little hurdles.Just go to a shelter and I promise you will find an adorable little dog!