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Miniature Dachshund!!!! Ours is a very sweet dog and he loves to just cuddle and sleep next to all of our family members.
Of course he thinks he's a cat, but that is his personal psychological problem and I blame our three cats for that.
Of course he thinks he's a cat, but that is his personal psychological problem and I blame our three cats for that.
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Thanks, sounds great!
Do the "non-miniature" Dachshund have back problems as well?
Do the "non-miniature" Dachshund have back problems as well?
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Pomeranian, but you already know that. Sorry if I sound like a broken record.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/wayne_d/385810122/in/set-72157594434127843/
How friendly are they? Are they fragile?
OK, Now you're talking - a dog. Sounds like you're really trying to figure out this pet question :)
A dog (any size) is going to be one of the most rewarding pets - but that also means lots of time, training and love from you.
Small dogs are great. They can travel with you, they eat less, cost less in general at the vet if they need medicine and cost less at the groomer.
We have bigger breeds right now, but some day I'd like to get a smaller dog.
Here are some different small dog suggestions - if I were going to get one:
Papillon: These guys are smart and energetic. You'll want to be able to spend time with them and get them in a good training class as they love to learn and to be with you. Can be barkers (all dogs bark remember) and good watchdogs if that's what you need.
Border Terrier: Another smart easily trainable dog but also one that is potentially strong willed and can be very independent. Terriers are hardy guys and also will bark at strange noises, so that's something you will want to manage from a young age as much as possible. They are easy groom types and are very cute. Get along well with everyone when well socialized from a young age.
Check out
http://www.akc.org/breeds/complete_breed_list.cfm or http://www.justdogbreeds.com/dog-breeds.html for more information about other small breeds.
Remember, small dogs are not cats. They need the same kinds of exercise, training, and socialization (with other dogs of all sizes and with people) to be the best pet possible! Small dogs usually have 12-15 year life spans.
If you decide on a dog consider adopting from a local shelter or rescue group - don't purchase from a pet store please. Try this website to search for adoptable pets right near you! http://www.petfinder.com/
For breed rescue groups go to http://www.akc.org/breeds/rescue.cfm
Good Luck!
A dog (any size) is going to be one of the most rewarding pets - but that also means lots of time, training and love from you.
Small dogs are great. They can travel with you, they eat less, cost less in general at the vet if they need medicine and cost less at the groomer.
We have bigger breeds right now, but some day I'd like to get a smaller dog.
Here are some different small dog suggestions - if I were going to get one:
Papillon: These guys are smart and energetic. You'll want to be able to spend time with them and get them in a good training class as they love to learn and to be with you. Can be barkers (all dogs bark remember) and good watchdogs if that's what you need.
Border Terrier: Another smart easily trainable dog but also one that is potentially strong willed and can be very independent. Terriers are hardy guys and also will bark at strange noises, so that's something you will want to manage from a young age as much as possible. They are easy groom types and are very cute. Get along well with everyone when well socialized from a young age.
Check out
http://www.akc.org/breeds/complete_breed_list.cfm or http://www.justdogbreeds.com/dog-breeds.html for more information about other small breeds.
Remember, small dogs are not cats. They need the same kinds of exercise, training, and socialization (with other dogs of all sizes and with people) to be the best pet possible! Small dogs usually have 12-15 year life spans.
If you decide on a dog consider adopting from a local shelter or rescue group - don't purchase from a pet store please. Try this website to search for adoptable pets right near you! http://www.petfinder.com/
For breed rescue groups go to http://www.akc.org/breeds/rescue.cfm
Good Luck!
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Papillon http://www.puppyforyouonline.com/Dog_Breed_Information.html
Border Terrier http://www.btcco.net/pb/wp_b4c00dac.html
Photo Credits
Papillon http://www.puppyforyouonline.com/Dog_Breed_Information.html
Border Terrier http://www.btcco.net/pb/wp_b4c00dac.html
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