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Advice needed regarding choosing a dog breed
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ivamae (
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Thu, Jul 19, 12 at 16:04
| We presently have a Beagle, who is very good with people and other dogs, but is too strong for me to walk. He weighs a little over 40 pounds.I'm a senior, senior. We would like to get another dog who weighs a maximum of 20 pounds but would also be good with our other dog and with people in general. I do not want a real tiny dog and know I don't want a Jack Russell. Also would like one that does not require a lot of expensive grooming, but does not shed a lot. Any suggestions? Thanks |
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RE: Advice needed regarding choosing a dog breed
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| most of small dogs you have to groom. but if want a smart dog and dont shed I would say poodle . |
RE: Advice needed regarding choosing a dog breed
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| Ivamae, did you get a second dog? |
RE: Advice needed regarding choosing a dog breed
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| Gee, why don't you just train the dog? No, a senior senior is no excuse. I am a very small person (senior senior also) and have two large labs. Love them both and they know who is boss. |
RE: Advice needed regarding choosing a dog breed
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| I agree. The dog needs good obedience training. I took my dog, 3 lbs, to a training session where there was a very small lady with a HUGE pit bull. The dog was dragging her all over. She had NO control. After only ONE session, the dog was walking right beside her and minding real well. He needed more work, but the change in his behavior was astounding. |
RE: Advice needed regarding choosing a dog breed
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| Wow rude replies. The OP stated wanting a dog that would get along with her dog, so it wasn't like they just wanted to get rid of the beagle. I am not a senior but I know plenty that walk by my house and just enjoy the company of a dog on their walks. Beagle and other hounds pull a lot more than other breeds and it is very difficult to stop. Hounds follow their nose. You can train your beagle, several options including a no pull harness (a standard harness will encourage pulling), a gentle leader, or a pinch collar. Used properly all are effective and humane. As for other breeds, you could take your pick of smaller breeds, a pug, maltese, bichon frise, italian greyhound. Even a small beagle.There are two standards for beagles and the small ones don't get over 20lbs. Your beagle is large for a beagle. |
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