What Kind Of Dog Should We Get?

The only requirements for this dog breed is that it has to be small. Im talking no bigger than a pug. It also can’t shed too much, but we would like it to have fur. It must also be pretty smart so that training (housetraining in paticular) is easier.
I dont think too much about cutness, but it can’t be ugly.
Ive been thinking about a minitaure or toy poodle but my sister thinks theyre ugly so we cant get one because its half her dog.
we like papillons but they shed a little too much.
What do you think we should get?

What Type Of Dog Should I Get?

I want a dog that is fairly easy to train 25 pounds or less can be left home during the day doesn’t shead too much is fairly playful it’s excercise requirements can be met with 1-3 walks that are 10-20 mintues long daily has a moderate energy level is affectionate and friendly towards other animals dogs and strangers is pretty easy too train it’s grooming requirements can be met with brushing 3 times weekly or less is tolerate to heat and pretty tolerate to the cold I have found four breeds that I’m am interested in which are the cavalier king Charles spaniel, havanese, Japanese chin, or papillon so please help me choose between those four breeds or give your own recomendations please be as detailed as possible and I know I am asking for an almost perfect dog but please do your best to help

What Dog Should I Get??

I was thinking of getting a papillon. I work 8 hours a day so thinking of getting a grown dog (that and I like to adopt older animals) or a puppy to crate train.
I have two cats. I prefer a dog that does not shed, yap, or have a tendency to be destructive. A dog that is small and somewhat independent (when I am at work, etc) I’ve owned medium sized to big sized dogs before, but the smaller dogs are new to me.
I’ve been doing research on the papillon, but wonder if there is another dog that may suit me better? Also, can papillons be rained to use puppy pads?
Thanks for all answers!!

Sorry. What Should I Get?

im asking again.. sorry
uhm.. now, im thinking either a cavalier king charles spaniel or papillon or chihuahua?
what do you guys prefer?
okay info bout me.
-i want a dog that is fairly active
-i don’t mind grooming them
-easy to train
-loyal
and… that’s it.
my con about chihuahuas are they tend to be barky.. i had one. and she was pretty noisy.. my friend got a pap and she aint yappy. the cavalier king charles on the other hand is soo pretty
wat should i get?
if you choose one, can you please tell me why and description?
thanks!! ^-^

What Should I Expect? I Have So Many Questions!?

So tommorow I am going to the pound and rescue a dog hopefully a puppy. I already have a 5 year old papillon mix, he is a little jealous but I plan on doing a proper introduction so that no jealousy arises. So my question is what should I expect going to the pound in terms of the dogs there? ( by the way im in a city) . Are there always puppies? Do the dogs/puppies generally com healthy or do they sometimes come out sick (ex kennel cough, manges,parvo, etc) What should I ask? Also should I rescue a puppy or a slightly older dog? Or what breed or mix do you suggest:: Heres my living situation
I already had a huge dog, unfortunately it died a few months ago, so my mom doesnt like big dogs because she thinks they are to much to handle. I dont think so and I would be responsible in training and I personally would be up for it., (by the way Im 23 so its not my first and Im not a little teenager or kid) She really has her heart set on a littler one but I would also like a bigger one to walk and jog with me. Exercise wouldnt be an issue. The other issue my mom has is that she wants a low – no shed dog. So what are your thoughts- puppy or adult dog? small or bigger dog? if so what breed/s ( considering the fact that alot of the dogs are mutts in the pound) and again what are some questions should I ask them? by the way I am going by myself. Thanks for your help and no sarcastic or rude answers.

My Pup Hasn’t Pooped And Eaten In A Day. Should I Be Worried?

The little 4 month old papillon came home with me yesterday. He was a curious young thing, very gentle, very bright, but amazingly well-behaved – won’t jump on sofas nor chew shoes or furniture(at least, not yet). He’s teething, though he did eat a normal sized portion last evening, but hasn’t touched his breakfast ever since.I have yet to observe his poop simply cuz he hasn’t.
I had some mini training and play sessions with him this morning, teaching him not to chew his leash & collar, letting him explore the house. He’s a great fan of sniffing. I used a shake-can and the sound really does startle him. But what i’m afraid it did more than that and frightened him so much that he’s become withdrawn.
Now he’s much less enthusiastic, almost on the edge of sadness and would only like to curl up on this wool mat in the balcony. He wouldn’t respond to his toys or chewies. Could he be “home-sick”? Or could there be something more serious?
thanks in advance!

Should I Borrow My Parents Older House Trained Dog To Help With My Puppies?

Ok here goes… I have three… count them 1…2…3 puppies currently residing at my home. There are two husky puppies that are 10 wks old and a papillon that is six months old. I’ve had dogs all my life, it’s just been a while since I had to deal with puppies. I’m working on house breaking them right now… all of them. My parents have an eight year old dachshund mix who has been (obviously) housebroken for years. Should I ask them if I can borrow Grettel (dachshund) for a couple days so they can see how it’s done?
I’m in training to be a dog trainer… so they’re well behaved, all three sit, stay, come, and lay down on command… they’re just having trouble with the going potty in the house.
I know I need to buy crates…
I know that is a lot of puppies… trust me… I used to run a rescue center with my family in California… this is nothing for me… I just need some advise.

Should I Kennel Train?

I’m getting a Papillon soon (within a few weeks) and she’ll be a puppy. I’ve heard good and bad things about kennel training. Plus I like having my dog on the bed with me. My last dog loved sleeping on the bed next to me, but it became a bit annoying when he’d take up the whole bed. He was pretty large though; this dog will be about the size of a Chihuahua.
So what should I do? Kennel training gives them security, but I think the bed would give a bit more… closeness, I guess, between me and the dog. But it might be dangerous if the dog falls off (I’ve heard about Paps breaking their legs from falling off beds and I have a very high bed). So what do you suggest? I just think kennels look so sad; I’d probably get over it, though, with some convincing.

Should I Get My Pup Fixed?

I have a 6 mo. old papillon puppy. He is not around other dogs much, but he has started marking lately. He is AKC registrered, could I sire him out to other papillon owners? I just got him potty trained, and don’t want him to get in the habit of marking.

Which Puppy Breed Should We Get?

We have narrowed it down between:
A chihuahua, an italian greyhound, and a papillon.
We have done extensive research on all three breeds. We know that chihuahuas and papillons can be yappy and that italian greyhounds can be difficult to housebreak, but also know that both can be overcome with the proper socialization and training.
We live in an apartment, however it is on the first floor with a walkout patio. We do live in a location with cold winters.
We are not enthusiastic about paper training/litter box training and would prefer to do the outside method. However, we are open to it.
What would you reccomend?

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