what breed should i get?

**lute** · 03-09-2004, 08:09 PM

i talked to my dad and we decided that either a miniature schnauzer or yorkshire terrier would be what my mom would let me have. we have had two yorkies before and my parents had a mini schnauzer before i was born. i wish i could adopt from the shelter,but ya know how some people have a thing for pruebreeds. unfortinatly my parents are two of those people. but n e wayz,does anyone know of any responsible yorkie or mini schnauzer breeders in indiana or illinois.
(adult or puppy)
thanks

**My Peanuts** · 03-10-2004, 12:20 AM

well whatever you decide to do keep us all posted

**BitsyNaceyDog** · 03-10-2004, 06:36 AM

normally I wouldn't recommend a yorkie, they are usually hard to train and housebreak. Since you've had them before you know if they are right for your family.

I would agree that a papillon sounds best for your family. Soo cute. Active but not too hyper (a good house dog, but still fun outside). From what I've heard (my friend has one) and red they aren't difficult to train.

I personally love a min pin. I think they're cute (especially without their ears cropped). They are active, yet mine is so sweet and loves to cuddle. Oh and sooo easy to train, at least my Charlie is.

**wolfie** · 03-10-2004, 09:17 AM

I agree that you should find a little dog at the shelters. ^_^ You could try to convince your parents. Or you could beg!

**lute** · 03-10-2004, 09:52 AM

my dad and i are ging to the shelter today. im gonna show him the little dog that is there. there is also a chihuahua/doxie mix too. theres an airdale there and i like him,but he's a big dog.

we'll find something.i'm not gonna stop trying.don't worry wolfie i'm doing plenty of begging.

**robinh** · 03-10-2004, 11:00 AM

Don't forget the rescue groups for chi's and yorkies.

http://www.unitedyorkierescue.org/
http://www.yorkshireterrierrescue.com/
http://www.yorkshireterrierrescue.net/
http://www.chihuahua-rescue.com/postit/ohioregion.htm
http://www.adoptablepets.net/index.html#dogs

These are just a few of the rescue sites I found.

**Logan** · 03-10-2004, 11:10 AM

What kind of dogs do you have now, Lute? And how many? I think that finding a compatable dog for your current dogs is the most important thing to consider when choosing a new one.

**lute** · 03-10-2004, 04:13 PM

i have a male pomerainian mix i adopted from the shelter. i also have a cockatiel.

i wen to the shelter today. there were lots of good dogs,but my dad didnt go in with me. he wasnt feeling good. he's going in with me next week when i go.i will check out those rescue sites!thanks.

**tikeyas_mom** · 03-10-2004, 04:16 PM

i like black and tan poms

**SuperLab123** · 03-10-2004, 09:31 PM

hi everyone, this is my first post, and i just wanna say that you should DEFINITLY get a yellow lab, their the smartest, friendliest dogs in the whole world! they'll be there for you were ever you are and they are always lovey dovey! their playful yet not too hyperactive, theyre really the PERFECT dogs! i hope you get one

love,
christina

**lute** · 03-11-2004, 08:45 AM

hello,welcome to pettalk!!!

i agree labs are very good dogs,but if you read the whole topic,we decided on a yorkshire terrier or miniature schnauzer. i would LOVE to have a big dog,but my parents aren't BIG dog people.thanks for your input though.

**tikeyas_mom** · 03-11-2004, 01:06 PM

Originally posted by SuperLab123
hi everyone, this is my first post, and i just wanna say that you should DEFINITLY get a yellow lab, their the smartest, friendliest dogs in the whole world! they'll be there for you were ever you are and they are always lovey dovey! their playful yet not too hyperactive, theyre really the PERFECT dogs! i hope you get one

love,
christina

Welcome to pettalk... Labs are not the most PERFECT dog in the whole world.. lol the siberian husky is hahahha.

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**isis** · 03-11-2004, 08:18 PM

You should look in the shelter first, but thats just my opinion. Hope you find a good dog!

Labs....There cute, and they are good dogs, but everywhere you look over here you see one! There everywhere! AAAHH!!! Invasion of the Labs!!!! :P(never mind me)