There are so many different dog breeds and dog crossbreeds around the world now that finding the perfect dog for you can seem a hugely daunting task. Sure, your perfect dog is probably out there somewhere but finding that dog is a completely different thing.
To help you narrow your search down I have taken the time to put this article together and give my best advice on which dog will be best for you if you’re looking for a low maintenance dog for your new home, family or any other occasion.
Ok, you want a low maintenance dog breed so what is the answer? There are many aspects to this question and many dogs to consider, some are realty energetic like the Labrador, border collie and Irish setter but other breeds just seem to be pretty much as energetic as each other.
Maintenance may not mean weather the dog you want is energetic and needs lots of walks and exercise and it may be other forms of dog maintenance like grooming, dog training and bathing etcetera. These differences in dog breed personalities and care are very hard to determine and sum up into a final list of perfect dog breeds as all dogs will need time and care.
The main question here ids weather you are really ready for a dog in your home or place of residence. Dogs do take lots of time especially when they are young and impressionable puppies or dogs. If you want a low maintenance dog then the option for you is to not have a dog at all. Dogs take a big commitment in your life and need to be cared for appropriately in order to be healthy and happy. If you are unsure take more time to ponder your choices and priorities, it will save you a lot of time and unwanted effort in the long run.
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dog trainning tips?i have a three year old pit bull he is a great dog he is so strong on the leash that he pulls me i want to know what kind of collar would be good for him i have that chain collar but i am not sure i know how to use it i bought one of the those pinch collar and that thing looks deadly so please help
does anyone have any site that can show me how to use one properly
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I would suggest and of the POO varieties… cockapoo..shizapoo… they are cross breeds… but are smaller dogs, that do not shed. Very smart. And I have an american bulldog with whom they are both very fond of each other.. its actually better that you already have dogs….
1. Company for the puppy when away.
2. Older dogs can teach younger ones… going potty .. rules of the house…. ( but also may get your older dogs doing puppy things like chewing things)
3… I would also suggest a BOY… alot more easy going then female dogs, who usually have attidudes and take more effort to get on thier side… boys I find go alog with just about anything…
Eric,
From the bottom of my heart thank you for posting this Vid! I never had a dog and got an american bulldog. After scanning all of Vids yourS stuck in my head. My pup only “got busy” one time in the house as a pup. And because his bladder could not hold to the door from the kennel. Your get busy command is the best thing i have learned on this dog voyage!! THANK YOU!!!!
thanx this will speed up my dog when she poos
This would be the one for you: http://www.thisplaceisazoo.com/products/beagle.html#D2035
No shed, medium size, trained, low maintenance
We got our puppy 12 days ago and this is working GREAT! Thank you!
loved this video too; i live in a very cold part of Canada and just got a puppy a month ago. I take him out regularily but sometimes when it is too cold it is hard to get him to concentrate. I will try taking the leash today and using a command word. Thank you for this video. I think if animal shelters used more behavioralists to offer free animal behaviour advice there would be less animals euthanised; animal shelters should try to help the frustrated pet owners as part of the process.
All the breeds suggested already are great. It's up to you to do some homework and determine which is best for you.
Then, I *highly* recommend the following:
1) First, find a great vet in your new area and stay with him/her. Then, get your dog his shots at the appropriate time. The pup will start getting shots at 6-8 weeks of age. There are 3 sets, which are given monthly. These vaccinations are key, otherwise your pup can become ill very quickly. Please follow whatever your vet recommends.
2) Get the dog microchipped and then register with the system (Avid is one such company) as soon as you can. Your vet can help with this as well.
3) At 5-7 months, if you have a male dog, get it neutered. If you have a female dog, consider spaying before her first heat (usually before 6 months). This is needed for so many reasons. Neutering/spaying will decrease the likelihood of your dog wanting to roam (or run away). It will also improve his/her mood, decrease the need to mark territory, prevent unwanted prenancies, and, most importantly, significantly decrease his/her chance of cancer later in life. All dogs should be neutered unless you are a trustworthy, experienced breeder or a shower of dogs.
4) Get obedience training. This is for both the dog and YOU. I learned just as much in obedience training as my dogs. It helps you understand your dog more and makes life far easier. This will also help with any potential barking issue. Training will also help you with your own temper. Hitting a dog, screaming at it, rubbing his nose in his waste, etc., are all WRONG ways to raise him and are ineffective. I've gotten far more response from a look or simple hand gesture than I have with any scolding. Training helpse establish you as the "alpha dog" in the household, which is also crucial. Dogs that view you as subordinate are disrespectful and may even bite you!
5) Find either a great dog-sitter, doggie day-care or kennel shortly after getting your dog. If your dog stays at a kennel or day-care, he/she will most likely have to be neutered or spayed and be vaccinated against "kennel cough". Finding a great place or sitter early will allow you to travel without guilt.
6) Invest in a crate large enough to hold your dog as an adult. The sooner your dog is used to staying in his/her crate, the better. This will help with house-breaking as well. Plus, being inside his crate will help prevent chewing around the house when you aren't there (short-term only) or when you cannot watch him (even if you are home, puppies need to be supervised constantly when free). The last thing you want is to find your house torn to shreds because your dog was bored or that your dog ate something deadly.
7) Lastly, remember that your dog is a living creature. Having a buddy is great. Just recall that your dog is also 100% dependent on you for everything – food, shelter, company, love, walks, etc. You can't expect your puppy to entertain himself and be this perfect pup while you are out partying all night. Having a dog is like having a child. Granted, the dog can stay alone at a younger age, but you also can't leave your poor pup inside a crate for 16 hours a day either. Also, a small dog can live as long as 18 years! Do not get a dog if you think that if things don't work out, you can just "get rid of it". This dog can be a part of your life for a LONG time. Are you ready for that? Most dog-lovers go out of their way to keep their pets healthy and safe. I've paid extra in rental securities for my dog – but it's always worth it. Just be prepared for this.
Only you can determine if you are truly ready for a dog or not, but if you are set on getting one and really want to "get off on the right foot", then I recommend what I wrote above. Regardless of the breed you get, if you follow those seven items, you will have a friend that you will love you forever.
Good luck on your move and your decision!
good advice. i lost my puppys collar and have been letting him go out without a leash and ive had nothing but problems. makes sense
smart dogs are out. You can't provide the attention needed. big dogs are out. they are not allowed and harder to maintain. yappy dogs are out. your neighbors will hate you. that leaves a lazy poodle or a maltese. both are relatively small, lower on maintenance (depending on how you choose to groom them) shed less and are relatively lazy and quiet.
Only problem i have is that everytime i put the leash on my pup gets too excited and begins to pee before we even get outside… no idea how to deal with that all i do is just not even take him out anymore when he does that
Good choice of words haha. Thank you for the vid. Do you happen to have any on getting your puppy to actually go outside and walk with you?
DAMN LOVE UR VIDS
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
This will be the perfect little dog. They are calm and quiet, not very energetic but always ready to go on a walk. The coat is not as long as it looks in some picture though it is a medium.
Really…believe me about the coat on this one. These were the two I used to have
http://www.flickr.com/photos/29735570@N08/2775165721/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/29735570@N08/2845972193/
Cavaliers make the perfect breed for lap dogs and are very social and friendly. Please read more about this truly wonderful breed at these sites.
http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/cavalierkingcharlesspaniel.htm
http://www.pedigree.com.au/breeds/?b=48&p=C&pp=
http://www.nextdaypets.com/directory/breeds/1100067/
Toy breeds are never low maintainence – they might not need a great deal of walking, but they certainly take longer to toilet train, can be difficult to train generally, and are completely unsuitable for the rough and tumble play of young children. Almost all of the toy breeds are famous for bonding with one person and being hostile to other members of the family.
Whilst no dog is 'low maintainence', if you're looking for a dog that can both stand its own with a child and doesn't need much excercise, maybe a Whippet or Greyhound? Though they might be racing dogs, they don't generally require a lot of walking and are completely happy to sit inside on a cold day. However, they do still need at least one daily bout of outdoor excercise and three or four toilet trips, like any dog. If you're not prepared for that kind of responsibility then a dog might not be the best choice of pet for your family.
Japanese Chin, quietest I think of the toys (with maybe the exception of the IG.) Easier to house train or even litter box train using wood chips than most toys. Adorable, smart, funny cute and forever happy.
They are just cute tiny spaniels.
Pomeranian…………..#########
wonderful advive!