I am getting a dog once school is out, but my mom wants the perfect breed, which one is good for me?

i am going to run up and down all summer long and once school starts again, we will still be the best of friends. i was thinking about a saluki,or a miniture aussie, or a monkey terrier. i dont want a mucle bound dominator, but i down want a dog that does not like to play. i have 2 1/2 acreers of land for him, im going to get two dogs, so he should not be dog aggresive, and it is okay if he kills of chases a bird or squrrial every once and a while. a would prefer a 35 or less pound dog with a happy-go-lucky attitue. he will be like a friend i never knew. i am going to get a boy and a girl dog so they can keep each other company. he will be mostly in the yard and will stay in side on the cold, cold days, when it is to hot out side, and when it is time to eat or sleep.

he will only be in they yard while im at school, but the rest of the time, he will live in the house with is very own bed room

I recommend a German Shepherd i had one and they are great for children.Or how about a beagle thy love to hunt and play and are also great with kids.But i do also recommend that if yo get a girl get her fixed because beagles have more puppies when they get pregnant then any other breed.

Staffordshire Bull Terriers are the best dogs in the world

If your dog has to live outside except when it's "really cold or really hot" I personally don't think you should have a dog. When you bring a dog into your family, it's part of your family and if it's not a working dog he/she will not be happy looking in the window while his "pack" is inside.

I suggest you get a chocolate lab. They love attention and are extremely active. It seems as if it needs to play just to live.

jack russels
i have one they are
small
playful
hunting dogs
energtic
cute
happy
mine doesnt like the cold too much she shivers

their is no perfect breed, they all have different issues. if you want a mellow dog then look into the Basset Hound or something like that.

There are many perfect dogs. The smaller you dog, the less energy they will have. If you don't want one that plays very much then perhaps a calm dog like a labrador. Mine is very quiet but plays when you want him to. Also i have the complete opposite with an alsation. Very hyper and i love him to bits. You need to find out what will be important to you. Then your choice will be made much easier...

A mixed breed dog is the best. Purebreads have more health problems - both mentally and physically - that will cost your family a lot of money (hip displyasia, come from puppy mills where dogs are not treated right) An Aussie mix sounds perfect for your situation - enough coat to stay warm and enjoy your acerage. There are always LOTS of aussie mixes in shelters because they need to run and many people don't think of this when they buy them to have in an apartment.

Stay away from labs, because they are dumb as a post - and drooly and needy and slobbery - just my humble opinion! They don't like to be left alone. Stay away from dogs that are known to be agressive and not covered under your homeowner's or renter's policy - chows, dalmations, pit bulls, american staffordshire terriers, dobermans, rotweilers.

Good luck with your new dog!

cocker spaniel is best for u.make sure u buy a british cocker as they dont shed much but the need grooming.they love to run around nd hunt.i am sure u wull be happy wit them.

I would say that, even if you don't want a dog with lots of energy, you should get a larger dog because you have so much space. It would be useless to get a small dog with low energy because you would have lots unused land. If you want a loyal, friendly dog, I would say maybe a Lab or a golden retriever. I think you have too much land to have a dog that doesn't like to play!

goldenretrever German Shepperd or a chwawa

Rat Terriers are great country dogs. They love to play and hunt and will get rid of moles in your yard as will dachshunds. Rat Terriers are under 35 pounds and are wonderful for small houses. They Are great with kids too. They are very playful and love the outdoors but are not recommended to leave out in cold weather for very long.

Unless you have 2 1/2 acres that is fenced with 6 foot fencing a Saluki is not a good dog of choice. They are sight hounds and not to be let off leash in a non fenced area. They chase down prey by sight and they will run for miles and most are not known for being able to be easily called back. They are a semi aloof dog and believe that you were put on earth to serve them. They are not a playful kids type companion dog.
A minature aussie would be a far better choice. They are herders and love to run and play most can run loose and be recalled back with some training. They are very cute and playful they are not dog aggression and would make a better companion type dog.
I have had no personal experience with a monkey terrier.

Minituare american eskimos are an awesome breed. they are about 20 pounds. They look kind of like big white pomerainians and they stay warm in the winter and cool in the summer because of their coats. I have one and I just love her.E-mail me at aliciaceslava@yahoo.com for some pictures.

aussies are the best, but they have a ton of energy

Shelties are the best! THEY ARE PRETTY SMALL CALM AND REALLY CUTE. THEY ARE THE DOG THAT EVERYONE SHOULD HAVE.

There is no perfect breed, hon. Every dog is an individual. Go to your local pound, or a rescue place and get some help, and guidance. There are nut cases in every breed.....Just remember why a dog was bred to be what it is: Terriers are rat dog, and as such, are bred to be aggressive to rodents, pit bulls --- uh, well, don't go there. They were bred to fight in a pit, and anyone who buys one of those, gets what they deserve. Mixed breeds are the healthiest, and whatever they were bred to do, pretty much isn't there. I have always had rescued adult dobies or dobie mixes, and as well now have a half rottie half dobie. They have all been lovely dogs, kind, sweet, and smart, and loving. And got guidance from the places where I adopted these guys. Since they were not puppies, did not have to go thru that stage where they chew up everything.... And, as I said, got help from the rescue place, letting them know I wanted a pet, not a guard dog. Petsmart, Petco and others have adoption days, your local pound does too, with return privileges.

Good luck, hon.

golden retrievers are the sweetest dogs-- but they do love running around... maybe a yorkshire terrier? my cousin has one and it doesn't bark a lot!

The Miniature Schnauzer can be active or laid back. The breed is tough, protective and loving.

I would highly suggest an Australian Shepherd for you. You have lots of land for one and you sound like an active person. Aussies thrive on lots of activity. Please DO NOT go for what is called the "mini aussies". They are a fake, designer dog, and an unhealthy version of the REAL Aussies!

Aussies are already an ideal size. I have two males, and both are less than 40 pounds!!

Mini aussies are bred to be under 15 pounds, which is sickening and unhealthy. They were bred to herd, and cannot herd safely at that small, squallish size.

Here is the official statement from the ASCA (Australian Shepherd Club of America) regarding "minis", and, God-forbid, "toys" (ugh!):

Highlights and Announcements

Mini Statement.
Motion by Kristin McNamra, seconded by Ann DeChant
Directors:
Voting on the enclosed motion went as follows:
Approve: Unanimous.
Motion is approved.
Thanks,
Jo

I move that the ASCA Board adopt the following statement for immediate
placement on the ASCA website and for use as an official response to
inquiries from the business office:

"The Miniature Australian Shepherd, North American Shepherd, North
American Miniature Australian Shepherd, and/or Toy Australian
Shepherd breeds are not recognized as a variety of Australian
Shepherd by ASCA. The club considers such dogs to be a distinct and
separate breed and will not accept them into its registry.

"Our bylaws state that ASCA's purpose is: 'To encourage members and
breeders to accept one breed standard for the Australian Shepherd as
approved by the Club as the only standard of excellence by which
Australian Shepherds shall be judged.' It is the mission of this club
and the mission of its members to preserve the breed rather than
change it."

Comment: The club wishes to respond to the breeders of small and tiny
dogs resembling Australian Shepherds who claim they are producing a
size variety. The Aussie was never intended to be selected for size:
it was developed to be a functional working dog capable of handling
tough stock and going for miles in the back country or snow drifts.
Changing the appearance of the breed to personal aesthetic tastes
rather than suitability for work does not fulfill ASCA's mission
statement: "to preserve the Australian Shepherd as an intelligent
working dog of strong herding and guardian instincts."


The Aussie is a working dog, NOT a companion "toy" breed.
Just because some breeders are making them tiny, does not make them the ideal family dog.



Sorry to get off subject, but if you want an Aussie, go for a purebred, healthy, breed-standard quality Aussie.
They are happy, hard-working, active dogs that will be your friend for life!!

if you 2 1/2 acreers of land you should get a border collie they love to run IThey are very good dogs and easy to train

http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bordercollie...

id get a rotweiler they are the best family dog and great protectors and it sounds like you have the room for it . ROTTS ARE THE BEST DOG IN THE WORLD

Try getting a Lab. They are very playful and they LOVE company.

please CHECK YOUR LOCAL ANIMAL SHELTER BEFORE YOU BUY A PUP. you just might find wonderful dogs there that you can save. win-win situation.

http://www.selectsmart.com/DOG/

Answer the questions and it'll select a breed that fits your criteria.

If you get two puppies they will bond with each other and not with you. Get one dog then introduce another. If you socialize correctly then they shouldn't be agressive to each other, but like humans, not all dogs like one another, they can be picky who they choose to socialize with. My suggestion read everything you can find on dogs, training and socializing, but mostly read up on the breed you choose. An informed owner is a good owner.

Just because a breed is small doesn't make it any less energetic than a larger breed. If you want something that isn't energetic, a bassett hound is a very lazy couch potato type that gets tired quickly. Other larger breeds require a lot of exercise and smaller dogs, like Jack Russells have a lot of energy. Research your breed thoroughly to see how it will get along with your human pack.

Good Luck

If you like a sporting dog I would recoment a Jack Russell Terrior although I have heard that there bread will try and eat birds, cats, rabits, ect. But I own a Jack Russell and a cat, 2 birds, and a siberian husky (all active dogs by the way) and she shows no interest in the cat or birds (might want to look into that) other than that they don't get much bigger than when you get them there loyal, loving, and very protective over there owner or care provider, (meaning if you love them the most they will love you back).
Siberrian husky:
they can get big and they love to run alot! they do eat alot as well but love there owners, and can be trusted normally around kids, (although my aunt got one and the parents where brother and sister and the results she had to be put down) no matter what check the back ground on the breeder or get it from the petshop is your best bet thats all I really know.
Collies
Are loyal and love everyone very protective over the family members and can be definently trusted with kids of any age.

A Labrador is the dog for you, maybe a chocolate and a second one maybe golden color.

I think you should get a Laborador

ok the best breed, hum, is there one? everyone will think their breed is the best, Bassets are great ones who dont require alot of exercise who love to just around and be with you, or when your ready they will go for a walk or ride in a car with you. I suggest you look in a rescue place, they have plenty of animals that need homes. Good luck for the hunt. And yes I own a basset and a great dane and a dachshund. I love the danes but they arent outside animals, and the dachshund is to small to be left outside, but the basset can handle the outside and be inside, oh yeah they do need to be bathed about 10 days, they have a body odor..lol.. sad but true, Im telling you cuz i wished someone would have told me before I got Flash..

I suggest a pit bull, border collie, or a collie. They are great dogs to have.