Geeesammy Posted April 9, 2014 Report Share Posted April 9, 2014 This may or may not be a first on CR, but I'd like some reccomendations on a dog for my mother. We had to put down our Boxer who was 11 yesterday. Here is the dilemma. She is widowed and has Multiple Sclorosis. If you picture a "little old lady" this fits her to a T. She does very well with her MS, still walks fairly well and gets by great. The boxer was a little much for her, we had tried to train him but he would still pull, and even when he would barely pull while walking, that is still a lot for a 55 year old woman weighing 100lbs. She wants a big dog because she thinks it will deter anyone from breaking in if they hear a "mean" bark. She also wants a small dog so it doesn't have as much of a negative affect on her body. She loved walking him while no one an no animal was around as he would behave. She wants a dog that has as much of an elaborate personality as a boxer, just without the whole "look, a butterfly, lets chase after it!!" Attitude. If you've got any reccomendations post them up. We are going to visit a few shelters since she doesn't want to spend a lot and wants to rescue a dog opposed to buying from an individual in it to make money. Thanks in advance CR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Exodus Posted April 9, 2014 Report Share Posted April 9, 2014 German Shepherd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRocket1647545505 Posted April 9, 2014 Report Share Posted April 9, 2014 German Shepherd :fuckyeah: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sledhead36 Posted April 9, 2014 Report Share Posted April 9, 2014 Shitzu, great lap dogs, but extremely protective, don't yap all the time but will create a stink if someone try's to enter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geeesammy Posted April 9, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 9, 2014 Shitzu, great lap dogs, but extremely protective, don't yap all the time but will create a stink if someone try's to enter. Ive heard this from someone before, but I wasnt sure if they were messing around all the time. That's about what she wants, smaller, doesn't yap, but is mean if it ever needs to be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ImUrOBGYN Posted April 9, 2014 Report Share Posted April 9, 2014 Shitzu, great lap dogs, but extremely protective, don't yap all the time but will create a stink if someone try's to enter. They don't carry much of big bark, however. So, does she want two dogs or just a dog that kinda fits both bills? That's going to be hard and really the only thing that falls into that category would be a larger dog she enjoys but one that's had a bit of training. More than likely, unless you're buying a puppy she has to take care of, you're going to be looking at adults or young adults. Best thing would be to take a little day trip and have her see some dogs and see what clicks. In short, good luck. There's really an endless supply of great dogs, breeds be damned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rustlestiltskin Posted April 9, 2014 Report Share Posted April 9, 2014 Shitzu, great lap dogs, but extremely protective, don't yap all the time but will create a stink if someone try's to enter. This, I have a 1/2 shih zhu 1/2 lhasa apso and he's a great watch dog. Looks after the whole house, very alert and has no problems attacking strangers with hard as hell bites He's 20lbs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copperhead Posted April 9, 2014 Report Share Posted April 9, 2014 http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/28715598/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geeesammy Posted April 9, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 9, 2014 They don't carry much of big bark, however. So, does she want two dogs or just a dog that kinda fits both bills? That's going to be hard and really the only thing that falls into that category would be a larger dog she enjoys but one that's had a bit of training. More than likely, unless you're buying a puppy she has to take care of, you're going to be looking at adults or young adults. Best thing would be to take a little day trip and have her see some dogs and see what clicks. In short, good luck. There's really an endless supply of great dogs, breeds be damned. She wants one. She has an unreal expectation of what she wants out of a dog, but I figured I'd post up and see if anyone had any ideas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caseyctsv Posted April 9, 2014 Report Share Posted April 9, 2014 I am not a fan of small dogs, but my wife has a 1/2 Shitzu 1/2 Yorkie (Shorkie). She is only 9 pounds but has a ton of attitude. She thinks she is a 100 pound dog and takes no crap from my 2 80-90 pound lab / retriever mixes. She is very funny and loves to cuddle. They are considered "velcro" dogs...they will cling to you and are rarely out of your reach. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiji ST Posted April 9, 2014 Report Share Posted April 9, 2014 Maybe something like a golden doodle or one of those mix breed things people seem to love. They get to be about average size and are gentle dogs but will still bark at the doorbell. +1 to the Shiz Tzu. I have one I rescued from the pound 4 years ago and he has been one of the best dogs I've ever had. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramsey Posted April 9, 2014 Report Share Posted April 9, 2014 I would think a well trained German shepherd could do the trick. I have a bully and he likes to pull and i think most do. My parents German shepherd pup seemed to learn fast and seems really smart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lauren Posted April 9, 2014 Report Share Posted April 9, 2014 Labrdoodle. Or get a boston terrier, a mini boxer They have the personality of boxers but pint sized. For large breeds, any of them are going to pull off the bat. She is going to have to train it not to pull. A vizsla or weim would be great for her since they are Velcro dogs and it sounds like she would always be around them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowflake Posted April 9, 2014 Report Share Posted April 9, 2014 Female Doberman. I've had two and they are very protective but easily trained and like to stay right beside you so pulling was never a problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lauren Posted April 9, 2014 Report Share Posted April 9, 2014 Good suggestion ^ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oh8sti Posted April 9, 2014 Report Share Posted April 9, 2014 Old English Bulldog. The athletic version of the English bulldog, minus all the skin problems and hip problems. Mine is 65lb female, she is the best lap dog around with a very mellow personality and a terrifying bark when she needs it. I plan on buying another one in the next few months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrs.cos Posted April 9, 2014 Report Share Posted April 9, 2014 Has you guys considered an older adoption dog, say in the 3-6 age range? They are usuaally trained by the rescues. Maybe a spaniel of some sort? They are medium sized, good size bark for deterrents, low grooming and incredibly smart and very loveable. Is shedding a concern? Is grooming a concern? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B3NN3TT Posted April 9, 2014 Report Share Posted April 9, 2014 See, when I think about a Shih Tzu or something of the sort, all I can think about is the grooming nightmare they are. If I were going for a smaller dog like that, I'd go with a Pug. Not too high energy, no grooming nightmares. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rustlestiltskin Posted April 9, 2014 Report Share Posted April 9, 2014 See, when I think about a Shih Tzu or something of the sort, all I can think about is the grooming nightmare they are. If I were going for a smaller dog like that, I'd go with a Pug. Not too high energy, no grooming nightmares. No grooming nightmare at all. He gets cut Every so often at the groomers and that's it. Doesn't shed everywhere and doesn't need high maintenance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lauren Posted April 9, 2014 Report Share Posted April 9, 2014 See, when I think about a Shih Tzu or something of the sort, all I can think about is the grooming nightmare they are. If I were going for a smaller dog like that, I'd go with a Pug. Not too high energy, no grooming nightmares. I have an 11 month old pug. The thing has more energy then my boxer. He is the dumbest dog in the world. Stubborn, hard to train and the worst piercing bark I have ever heard. I hate him and love him. I will NEVER own a pug again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caseyctsv Posted April 9, 2014 Report Share Posted April 9, 2014 No grooming nightmare at all. He gets cut Every so often at the groomers and that's it. Doesn't shed everywhere and doesn't need high maintenance. No grooming needed with ours either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rustlestiltskin Posted April 9, 2014 Report Share Posted April 9, 2014 I have an 11 month old pug. The thing has more energy then my boxer. He is the dumbest dog in the world. Stubborn' date=' hard to train and the worst piercing bark I have ever heard. I hate him and love him. I will NEVER own a pug again.[/quote'] Lol so not only was he wrong on the grooming part but also wrong with the pug recommendation. He prolly is a cat person. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lauren Posted April 9, 2014 Report Share Posted April 9, 2014 Oh and pugs shed like crazy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LPFSTheFett Posted April 9, 2014 Report Share Posted April 9, 2014 Shitzu, great lap dogs, but extremely protective, don't yap all the time but will create a stink if someone try's to enter. +1 We have 3 and they are great house dogs! The only downside is, they do require grooming. We takes ours in ever 3 months to get shaved. no daily maintenance or anything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
99BlownYellowGT Posted April 9, 2014 Report Share Posted April 9, 2014 Corgi. ...end thread Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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