Choosing the right dog for you???

[wolfsoul]

I agree, I think an adult dog would suit you best. An older dog should already be houstrained and may be used to being left alone during the day, and may already be good on a leash. You'll also be able to tell right away if the dog has any dominance issues or dog aggression. I agree that a GSD would not suit you --- they have TERRIBLE seperation anxiety. Goldens, collies, and shelties may fit you (if the dog can get some offleash exercise).

How do you feel about shedding? Barking? Drooling? How much grooming are you willing to deal with?

[frawri]

I would love to get an older dog, and have been looking into our local rescue animals shelters. But the proble is I have a husband that thinks puppy hood is the way to go. I am trying to talk him around it. Because I know it will be me who deals with taking care of that puppy. LOL Thanks for the advise.

[shihtzulover850]

go to http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/ there they have a quiz you can take to decide what dog is best for you. It says find the perfect dog. I hope it helps. Oh and everytime you click on the link a different dog picture comes up!

[dab_20]

I agree an adult dog would suit you best.

[cyber-sibes]

I would love to get an older dog, and have been looking into our local rescue animals shelters. But the proble is I have a husband that thinks puppy hood is the way to go. I am trying to talk him around it. Because I know it will be me who deals with taking care of that puppy. LOL Thanks for the advise.

Obviously he has no idea of the time & energy it takes to keep up with a puppy!

Since YOU are the one taking care of it, then YOU should insist on what YOU want to take care of. If you have a condition that limits your energy, it would be unfair to both yourself & a dog to end up with more than you can handle.