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Babygrl1614 · November 2008

So I am going to be moving out soon and I can't take my big dogs with me since I will be moving into an apartment so i am looking for a small dog with not a whole bunch of energy and very friendly. Does anyone have any recommendations for me? I don't know a thing about small dogs since I've always grown up with big ones, so any info on the breeds would be good.

woodpecker · November 2008

my friend has a yorkie and they dont need much exercise

also, if your looking for something maybe a little bigger, a nova scotia duck tollie retriver

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CORY · November 2008

ok mabey a bulldog.But they are realy lazy.My neigbors have one and she is lazy.

Babygrl1614 · November 2008

Thanks guys, I'll add them on my list of dogs to look into. Me and my roomate are talking about it right now and we are thinking 30 pounds and down, but not too small like not under 10

CORY · November 2008

the bull dog will get big if you let it.but if not it wont get like 30 puonds.my nieghbors is still a puppy.but they dont walk her so.

NickelbackLuver · November 2008

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are supposed to be very loyal, friendly dogs. I've never owned one... but I will someday

I've seen them before and they dont appear to be energetic. I've lived with big dogs my whole life too.

AshleeBrooke · November 2008

I always reccomend Pugs. xD They have that big bulldog attitude in a small package. Mine is very silly and does some the funniest things. He also sleeps alot. xD

Kazuko · November 2008

Zoe wrote:

I always reccomend Pugs. xD

I second that. xD

Ruffian · November 2008

rlr217 wrote:

Thanks guys, I'll add them on my list of dogs to look into. Me and my roomate are talking about it right now and we are thinking 30 pounds and down, but not too small like not under 10

maybe doxies? Not the minis, but the Large Doxies. I used to have a Large Doxie, he was pretty good and didn't have a TON of energy at all. Yes, they get into their play moods, but they go to sleep and take a nap right after xD Also, my grandmother has a mini doxie, he isn't that hyper and he plays, but then he loves to snuggle up to anyone. uhm Scotties? But they need to be played with :P and have alot of energy

EpikLove · November 2008

I could recommend Shih-tzus.

They're sweet, but not so smart, I've heard. XD They also like to play by themselves o_o I used to own a Shih-tzu/Maltese mix, now my aunt has her, but she's very sweet and loves to romp around with you.

CORY · November 2008

I would also say pugs. they are silly.

Ruffian · November 2008

BlueIsis wrote:

I could recommend Shih-tzus. They're sweet, but not so smart, I've heard. XD They also like to play by themselves o_o I used to own a Shih-tzu/Maltese mix, now my aunt has her, but she's very sweet and loves to romp around with you.

i'de also say Shih-tzus, however I thought they weren't over 10lbs, because my aunt owns one, and he barely feels like he is over 7lbs xP But they are funny dogs also, but they snore alot XD haha.

Babygrl1614 · November 2008

Thanks guys, I'm reading alot about these dogs now

We were maybe thinking of a terrier, like a scottich or a west highland or something around that size. The Doxies are a good idea too though, my dad has 2 mini's and they are very good snugglers. I've never been around pugs, so I think I would have to atleast see one in RL. I do like Shih-tzus but my boyfriend doesn't think much of them, so I think that takes them off my list. But thank you so much guys! *hugs all*

NickelbackLuver · November 2008

Heh, Terriers tend to be high energy

My Uncle has a Westie, she's sweet

Also, why not try the pound and find a smaller dog there?

CallyKats Dachshunds · November 2008

i would say recommend a cockapoo. mi best friend has one, they dont need much exersize but they do occasionally tend to get in hyper moods if you let them. if they are firmly (not cruely) disciplined they will end up to be extremly loyal and obedient. they are also protective if their 'family' or 'friends' are threatened.

Babygrl1614 · November 2008

Nickelback__Luver wrote:

Heh, Terriers tend to be high energy My Uncle has a Westie, she's sweet Also, why not try the pound and find a smaller dog there?

Yeah thats what I was afraid of, but at our local shelter they have a silky, a westie and a scottie, that's the only reason we were looking at those. I really want to get a dog from the pound tho, so that's probably where I'll get it, but I'm just trying to get ideas

woodpecker · November 2008

meh, you can always go for the adoring type and get a mutt. everybody loves mutts!

AshleeBrooke · November 2008

You could also try looking for on the internet for certain breed type rescues in your area. Thats if you are wanting a certain breed/can't find the right one at the shelter. ;D Its still rescuing. lol

woodpecker · November 2008

you can also go to charity dog shows, they often has sections for dog recue homes, and alot of the time they bring dogs that need recues so that you can meet them

LuvMe · November 2008

I would recomend a yorkie... or a pug XD

LuvMe · November 2008

I have a jack russell, but they are _VERY_ energetic

SunnyDaysDontLie · November 2008

Chihuahuas, and I dont know much about them though

lovefrompaige · November 2008

GO WEENIES!!! â™¥ I highly recommend Dachshunds!!!!!! You won't be sorry... I've grown up with them and they are such great lap dogs!

LuvMe · November 2008

maybe a Jug jack/pug

Jazz · November 2008

SunnyDaysDontLie wrote:

Chihuahuas, and I dont know much about them though

DON'T GET A CHIHUAHUA They're cute and all that jazz But my friend Sydney had two One was a total brat, extremely mean and bullied her Shih Tzu -- wouldn't let him eat, go outside, etc. And the other one was extremely submissive, if you so much as touched her she'd pee herself And yeah. I'd say go to the shelter and get a good old fashioned mutt

loko_carloko · November 2008

<a href="http://www.petfinder.com"; target="_blank" class="bb-url">www.petfinder.com</a> is an awesome website for finding adoptable animals in your area. I used it to find my dog

Not sure if I'm breaking rules by posting a URL, ops, feel free to edit, but it's for a good cause... I'd say check it out if you want to adopt

UnknownDreamland · November 2008

I second what Loko said. ^^ I found Bella there. You can find purebreds and mixed breeds and save a life.

LuvMe · November 2008

I 3rd 4th and 5th (because I have the snadness to do that) Loko

NuTsRidgebacks · November 2008

agrees w/loko as well. i've never adopted a dog from petfiinder but i used to browse it all the time, you can def. find any breed you want, just depends on if the specific shelter is willing to adopt out to someone not in their county. i would also agree w/zoe and go w/something like a pug or french bulldog. esp. since you've grown up w/big dogs, these breeds are def. big dogs in small packages. and they're easier as far as upkeep compared to little hairy dogs. i think english bulldogs need someone that is familiar w/the breed, they can have several health problems, and are not so good to have if you're not living on the first floor. not to mention they are pretty expensive b/c they have small litters. my friend has a mini doxie, and her nickname is sheriff b/c she's on patrol 24/7. old lady walking down the street? let's try to chase her at 30mph while barking the whole time. lol that dog runs everything, everywhere. in control at all times.

Babygrl1614 · November 2008

Wow nutty write me a novel! lol But thank you guys, petfinder is actually what i've been using to look up dogs, because I look at what's close and then google the breed and read up on it.

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