Dog suggestions?

[contra]

Beagles are wonderful dogs, they are very friendly and get along well with other dogs and they are amazing with children!
They tend to get colds a lot, symptoms like stuffy nose and pink eyes, also they have mini-seizures sometimes, but it is a common thing for them and doesn't harm them.
All in all they are great dogs and although they have a few health risks they make a great addition to a family :).

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Beagles are wonderful dogs, they are very friendly and get along well with other dogs and they are amazing with children!
They tend to get colds a lot, symptoms like stuffy nose and pink eyes, also they have mini-seizures sometimes, but it is a common thing for them and doesn't harm them.
All in all they are great dogs and although they have a few health risks they make a great addition to a family .

I am not really a big fan of beagles, sorry. My cousin's dad's ex-girlfriend has one and it really isn't healthy. I don't know why they don't put her down. She can't walk, he tongue won't fit in her mouth, and she might have cancer. But she has a big lump on her eye. She is suffering and I can't stand to see her like that.

I also am trying to stay away from hunting dogs, even though many dogs I like are hunting dogs. I think I should stay with herding dogs or lap dogs for now.

[MissBorderCollie]

If you are interested in border collies just ask me,I've got one
They are great dogs,but i suggest you to select a show border collie(they can be REALLY fluffy ) because the working ones are usually too hyperactive.
They are very healthy but you should ask the breeder if the parents are CEA and TNS clear.
If you have any questions about border collies just ask me.
Bearded collies are also great and they look a lot like old english sheepdogs.

[Pastry]

I also am trying to stay away from hunting dogs, even though many dogs I like are hunting dogs. I think I should stay with herding dogs or lap dogs for now.

There are a lot of 'fluffy' breeds in herding, however, they take a lot of work. Most herding dogs are rambunctious and need a 'job'. German Shepherds, Border Collies, Australian Shepherds, just to name a few can and will be extremely destructive when bored. They also need a lot of exercise, more then just playing fetch for a short time in the backyard. If you are truly committed to owning a breed or mixed breed from this group, they are really great dogs. But they aren't the type you can just bring home and be done with.

My mother has a three year old Australian Shepherd that my brother jogs three miles with twice a day. Sydney has also been trained to help with the chores around the house, and goes with my mother everywhere. She's a little shadow to those she considers family. However, she also barks. A lot. Strangers walk by the house, bark. Strangers come in the house, bark. Heard a strange noise? Bark. It's in her breed to be protective of her 'stuff', people included.

You also never commented on my post about breeders. I take it, with you trying to find a certain breed, you are looking to purchase a puppy from a breeder. Are you aware of the costs? Especially with certain breeds? Plan to take the time to research a breeder, follow up on their health testing, see if they've done any conformation/ring/shows with their dog? A lot of breeders have waiting lists for their pups, and people can wait upwards of years before they get one. Or are you just going to google a breeder, find out if they have puppies, and pick them? Because honestly, and please don't take this offensively, you seem like a very young person, who truly is uneducated with dogs, and doesn't care where their dog comes from as long as they get one. And if you have that mentality, I feel honestly sorry for that pup you get. Namely because you won't pick a reputable breeder, and that dog is going to have all kinds of genetic defects. And if it makes it past it's first year, I wouldn't be surprised to hear the dog is seriously ill, or has behavior issues.

So honestly, all I ask is, one be committed to the time and needs of the dog breed to pick, and two, take the time to do your research thoroughly. Like I said earlier, if you can't find a breeder close, look into that breed's rescue. They WILL know about the dog you want, and WILL make sure it's a proper fit.

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I also am trying to stay away from hunting dogs, even though many dogs I like are hunting dogs. I think I should stay with herding dogs or lap dogs for now.

There are a lot of 'fluffy' breeds in herding, however, they take a lot of work. Most herding dogs are rambunctious and need a 'job'. German Shepherds, Border Collies, Australian Shepherds, just to name a few can and will be extremely destructive when bored. They also need a lot of exercise, more then just playing fetch for a short time in the backyard. If you are truly committed to owning a breed or mixed breed from this group, they are really great dogs. But they aren't the type you can just bring home and be done with.

My mother has a three year old Australian Shepherd that my brother jogs three miles with twice a day. Sydney has also been trained to help with the chores around the house, and goes with my mother everywhere. She's a little shadow to those she considers family. However, she also barks. A lot. Strangers walk by the house, bark. Strangers come in the house, bark. Heard a strange noise? Bark. It's in her breed to be protective of her 'stuff', people included.

You also never commented on my post about breeders. I take it, with you trying to find a certain breed, you are looking to purchase a puppy from a breeder. Are you aware of the costs? Especially with certain breeds? Plan to take the time to research a breeder, follow up on their health testing, see if they've done any conformation/ring/shows with their dog? A lot of breeders have waiting lists for their pups, and people can wait upwards of years before they get one. Or are you just going to google a breeder, find out if they have puppies, and pick them? Because honestly, and please don't take this offensively, you seem like a very young person, who truly is uneducated with dogs, and doesn't care where their dog comes from as long as they get one. And if you have that mentality, I feel honestly sorry for that pup you get. Namely because you won't pick a reputable breeder, and that dog is going to have all kinds of genetic defects. And if it makes it past it's first year, I wouldn't be surprised to hear the dog is seriously ill, or has behavior issues.

So honestly, all I ask is, one be committed to the time and needs of the dog breed to pick, and two, take the time to do your research thoroughly. Like I said earlier, if you can't find a breeder close, look into that breed's rescue. They WILL know about the dog you want, and WILL make sure it's a proper fit.

Every summer my mom, dad, and I do yard work for about 5 hours, then I go to the football field so my dog can play. Also, I want to enter my dog in 4H (agility, obediance, Dog shows, etc.) so I would take her to that every Wednesday and Thursday I think. Also, I am commited to brushing my dog (if its fluffy) 4 hours a day if needed.

[contra]

Beagles are wonderful dogs, they are very friendly and get along well with other dogs and they are amazing with children!
They tend to get colds a lot, symptoms like stuffy nose and pink eyes, also they have mini-seizures sometimes, but it is a common thing for them and doesn't harm them.
All in all they are great dogs and although they have a few health risks they make a great addition to a family :).

I am not really a big fan of beagles, sorry. My cousin's dad's ex-girlfriend has one and it really isn't healthy. I don't know why they don't put her down. She can't walk, he tongue won't fit in her mouth, and she might have cancer. But she has a big lump on her eye. She is suffering and I can't stand to see her like that.

I also am trying to stay away from hunting dogs, even though many dogs I like are hunting dogs. I think I should stay with herding dogs or lap dogs for now.

It's not genetic, there is a low chance that a beagle would get that, my beagle is very healthy.
Also, not all of them have hunting dog instinct. If you buy one from a breeder with healthy obedient mother and father dogs than it will not be like that :).

[♥Black-cat-spirit♥]

Beagles are wonderful dogs, they are very friendly and get along well with other dogs and they are amazing with children!
They tend to get colds a lot, symptoms like stuffy nose and pink eyes, also they have mini-seizures sometimes, but it is a common thing for them and doesn't harm them.
All in all they are great dogs and although they have a few health risks they make a great addition to a family .

I am not really a big fan of beagles, sorry. My cousin's dad's ex-girlfriend has one and it really isn't healthy. I don't know why they don't put her down. She can't walk, he tongue won't fit in her mouth, and she might have cancer. But she has a big lump on her eye. She is suffering and I can't stand to see her like that.

I also am trying to stay away from hunting dogs, even though many dogs I like are hunting dogs. I think I should stay with herding dogs or lap dogs for now.

Weird...o-o you should get a blue-tick beagle (no,they do not have ticks XD ) I have one i n real life,and she is one of the healthiest dog's I've ever seen. The only problem I've ever seen her have is that she had an ear infection once,but we put drops in it once every few days,and she got better! She's the cutest dog ever XD (not considering golden retriever puppies and bernese mountain dogs XD ) but she's a total food hog XD

[PuffinMuffin]

i would suggest you get a smaller dog like a tereier

[Woodsy]

I have one dog I would never suggest. Don't get a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, they shed like crazy and they have a bark/whine called a Toller Scream. On the bright side, a couple of dogs I would suggest.

Belgian Tervuren- These dogs are very intelligent and are a type of Belgian Sheepdog. Their coats requires brushing twice a week and they need daily exercise. Their temperament toward humans is very loving and they can be protective. A Tervuren's coat is very adaptive to climate and temperature change.

Irish Red and White Setter- You may not like this one, but this is one of my personal favorites. This dog breed also requires regular exercise but has a more manageable coat. This breed is high spirited and kindly and should get along fine with any other dogs. The average height of a Red and White is around the mid twenties.

If you would like to know more, visit the AKC website or any other dog show pages. They will have anything you need to know.

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I have a miniature Australian Shepherd.
Cute, smart, fluffy and energetic!