Which Is The Best Dog For Me?

If you want a dog with lots of energy then

A border collie or a collie (I have a border collie named Buddie) and yeah their fur is a pain, I live in Brisbane so when its hot we get his fur trimmed so its not so hot for him. He can be really hyper (good, because he keeps up with me) He is a great dog

A welsh springer spaniel, my friend breeds these they are gogeous, but are also like border collies, they can be really hyper, they have long fur but are great dogs

A labrador, they are great dogs. They are also playful, they are great with kids and people. They love running around. They tolerate the heat and the cold, which is good because in Australia, hot days, cool nights.

What about a greyhound/whippet. I have heard they can be really good dogs. Also, they dont have much fur, but their skin is really thin so a little cut on another dog will be a bit worse on them. (I think they are ugly and look really skinny, but thats me) They tolerate hot climate but aren't too great in the cold.

A dalmation? They have shorter fur, they were bred to run and running is what they do. They aren't that great with children though. Older children yes, younger children no. However, they tolerate heat well but aren't great with the cold.

I know what you mean about Australia, its so hot and has a harsh climate which makes me feel sorry for dogs with long thick fur. I hope I helped you out. I would look into a labrador, a dalmation or a greyhound. If you like border-collies though you could get one and in the heat jsut keep their fur trimmed.

Of course, you will get as many answers as there are breeds. I love Boxers and have had them over 20 years. Their fur is short so you can easily find ticks and their coat is low maintenance. They love to walk and run. I had a boxer that did ten mile runs with me three/four times a week. They are very protective but also friendly. They have a great personality and are a true companion.

dogbreedinfo.com has a quiz you can take to find the 'ideal' dog for you. I have a border collie and love her, but she is a lot of work (fur, training, at least an hour of exercise a day if not more). There are smooth coated border collies (less hair). You could go for an australian cattle dog. They've got the energy and short hair.

I am kind of biased but I would recommend a lab. We live on four acres with tree all around. I have a chocolate lab and a lab-dobie mix. I taught them as pups their boundaries which has worked out well for us.

All dogs moult, if you are not fussy you could choose one from the pound. Imagine how rewarding that could be?

Maybe a Lurcher, or Ridgeback

This is how I found the kind of dog I want, they have all the breeds small and big so take a look and see if you like any =)

http://www.iams.com/iams/dog-breeds.jsp?utm_source...

a little beagle. They are so cute and lovable. I have a HUGE rockwaller and he is like 195lbs and is a very strong dog. lol So stick with a little dog and not a huge one like i have

http://www.petplanet.co.uk/petplanet/breeds/Smooth...

If you have a soft spot for collies I suggest you get a smooth collie. They are just collies with the gene for short hair.

Ohk,

Now it seems to me you would want a fairly smaller dog for the home quality you have so i posted a few examples of dogs and you may read through to find out which one suits your personality.

American Cocker Spaniel- My favorite, The American Cocker Spaniel is a sweet, affectionate, fun-loving, devoted, trusting, playful, working dog who wants nothing more in the world than to please you. He swings his tail so excitedly when he sees you, his entire body wags! He wants to be with you as much as possible and will stay by your side, like a shadowWhen out walking with him you should avoid deep thickets and brush that can tangle with his coat. He loves to play, especially with his toys, which he may chew to bits or hide in order to trick more out of you. Along with being a joyful, tender family pet, he can be a marvelous sporting dog, a gun dog, and a gentle therapy dog. He usually gets along well with other pets, and loves and responds well to considerate, responsible children. You must be careful not to spoil and overfeed him, and keep an eye out--he loves to steal food!--so that he doesn't become overweight. In past experience I found him not to shed at all! But, the internet won't tell you that!

Maltese- The Maltese is a confident, loving, loyal, playful and extremely lively dog. He can be a handful, and needs a great deal of time with his owner. He doesn't like to be left alone for long, and may bark too much if ignored. He is rambunctious, yet also gentle and sweet. He loves to cuddle and curl in your lap. He adores play time and loves to run and play chase with you around the house much more than wrestling with his toys. Outside, he's liable to jump straight into mud puddles! He doesn't need a great deal of space for his romping, but he does like a daily walk. He should be leashed when he walks if you want him to stay out of puddles, and also to avoid confrontations with larger dogs, who may misunderstand his energy and confidence. He is not at all afraid of other dogs and cats, and for this reason in fact gets along well with them. He can be wary of strangers, however, and makes a good watchdog because he is quick to sound the alarm when he hears strange noises or sees a new face. You will need to teach him when he has barked enough, and it is time to stop. He isn't easy to train, and requires gentleness and a loving approach as well as lots of rewards to make training sessions worth his time. He can be difficult to housebreak. He is good and polite with children, but since he is a sweet dog and doesn't like rough play, he should be supervised with very young children, who must learn to respect his smallness and gentleness. He basically doesn't shed (you'd be hard pressed to find a hair anywhere in your home), so would make a good pet if you like your house free of hair.

Lhasa Apso- The Lhasa Apso is assertive, confident, protective, devoted, affectionate and steady. He bonds very closely with his owner. He prefers adults over children, although he can be with young children if they are supervised with him and if they remember to be kind and respectful to him. He is loving, outgoing, playful, and mischievous with his family, but aloof and suspicious with strangers. He's a good indoor watchdog who barks appropriately to alert you of a stranger's approach. He can be left alone while you are at work. He is happy to be indoors most of the time, but also needs a regular leashed walk or a romp in a protected park or yard. He can be jealous of other dogs, although if raised with them while still young he can be tolerant of them, and of other pets. He is not easy to train. He's an independent, strong-willed pet who is not necessarily interested in pleasing you, and will question why you want him to do things! He can be difficult to housebreak. He is not naturally obedient, but can be trained with patience, firmness, and a positive, consistent approach. He is a very low shedder, you'll struggle to find a hair in your home.

Pug- The Pug is a gentle, sensitive, happy, outgoing, playful, loyal and deeply loving dog. He wants to be near you, to sit at your feet, to sleep on the couch with you or follow you from room to room. He prefers human friendship to all other kinds of companionship, and is a sweet, affectionate and warm companion. Even though he has a good bark, he doesn't generally make a good watchdog because he is instantly welcoming and cheerful with visitors, and may not recognize a stranger or intruder. He is not a yappy dog, although he can be mischievous at times, and loves to clown and show off for people. He loves to be cuddled and petted, too, and needs a great deal of attention. He can become anxious or jealous if your attention is given to something other than him. He needs to be near people, and is not a dog who can be left alone or kenneled all day. He is very sensitive to cold and heat, and needs to be inside where the temperature can be controlled. He loves to loun