I do not recommend getting a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. They're notorious for health problems. I recently watched a documentary about dog breeds called "Pedigree Dogs Exposed" and they were the first breed discussed to have a number of common health issues with expensive and/or impossible surgery/treatment to correct them.<br><br>If you're looking to be on the cheap side, DO NOT get a Cav. You're extremely likely to be paying frequent, large vet bills. In the documentary, a woman had paid over $40,000 (or £40,000 - I'm not too sure) on vet bills for her single Cavalier. <br><br><a href="http://www.cavalierhealth.org/"; target="_blank" class="bb-url">http://www.cavalierhealth.org/</a><br><br>I have a Shih-Tzu mix (part Poodle and Cocker Spaniel as well) and she's great with kids, adults, males, females, all dogs and cats, etc. She's a little noisy when she thinks someone is at the door or if there's a lot of commotion but overall, she's pretty good. The only issue we have with her is that she will have accidents in the house if we don't kennel her before we leave. I've heard of several Shih-Tzu dogs being stubborn and hard to potty train, so keep that in mind if they become your number one choice. Also, be sure to have money put aside for grooming. Either that or you can set some time and money aside to buy grooming supplies and learn how to do it yourself (that was my choice).<br><br>You're clearly looking at small dog breeds. I personally love my Chihuahua to death because he's easy to snuggle and take wherever I want. I'm not sure if that's a breed you'd be interested in at all - a lot of people really hate Chis. Mine goes against all stereotypes except for the shaky/scared one. He's extremely sweet to all animals, not an "ankle biter," is very smart, and not at all yappy (although he will take the chance to join one of our other dogs barking).<br><br>Good luck on picking out a dog, this must be very exciting for you!
I do not recommend getting a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. They're notorious for health problems. I recently watched a documentary about dog breeds called "Pedigree Dogs Exposed" and they were the first breed discussed to have a number of common health issues with expensive and/or impossible surgery/treatment to correct them.<br><br>If you're looking to be on the cheap side, DO NOT get a Cav. You're extremely likely to be paying frequent, large vet bills. In the documentary, a woman had paid over $40,000 (or £40,000 - I'm not too sure) on vet bills for her single Cavalier. <br><br><a href="http://www.cavalierhealth.org/"; target="_blank" class="bb-url">http://www.cavalierhealth.org/</a><br><br>I have a Shih-Tzu mix (part Poodle and Cocker Spaniel as well) and she's great with kids, adults, males, females, all dogs and cats, etc. She's a little noisy when she thinks someone is at the door or if there's a lot of commotion but overall, she's pretty good. The only issue we have with her is that she will have accidents in the house if we don't kennel her before we leave. I've heard of several Shih-Tzu dogs being stubborn and hard to potty train, so keep that in mind if they become your number one choice. Also, be sure to have money put aside for grooming. Either that or you can set some time and money aside to buy grooming supplies and learn how to do it yourself (that was my choice).<br><br>You're clearly looking at small dog breeds. I personally love my Chihuahua to death because he's easy to snuggle and take wherever I want. I'm not sure if that's a breed you'd be interested in at all - a lot of people really hate Chis. Mine goes against all stereotypes except for the shaky/scared one. He's extremely sweet to all animals, not an "ankle biter," is very smart, and not at all yappy (although he will take the chance to join one of our other dogs barking).<br><br>Good luck on picking out a dog, this must be very exciting for you!
<br>Thanks! Yes, I am very excited! I get butterflies in my stomach when I search in shelters, lol.<br>Chis aren't my favorite breed, mostly because I haven't had great experiences with them. But you never know, I might end up with one!<br>I definitely want a lap lover also, because I love to cuddle (you can't cuddle with a turtle or some fish...). And I don't want a dog that barks constantly when other dogs bark because in my neighborhood, there are many dogs that yap and bark at night. I kinda live in a noisy area, with dog barks and trains and airplanes. My house is definitely NOT soundproof. And my dog will be sleeping indoors, where it's noce and warm and cozy
May I recomend a pomeranian? Lolz! <br>Also cocker spaniels make wonderful house pets but can be a hand full. Shi-tzu s are amazing little dogs with great personalities. I have owned a Shi corgi mix and my aunt has 2 sisters that are to die for. Small dogs I think are harder to care for than big dogs though. They need to potty more frequently, you have to watch their teeth cause they fall out form bad gums, their knees can float (luxating patella) and herniated belly buttons happen a lot too. <br><br>My biggest advice would be to get one from a shelter and adopt a small dog.
I do not recommend getting a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. They're notorious for health problems. I recently watched a documentary about dog breeds called "Pedigree Dogs Exposed" and they were the first breed discussed to have a number of common health issues with expensive and/or impossible surgery/treatment to correct them.<br><br>If you're looking to be on the cheap side, DO NOT get a Cav. You're extremely likely to be paying frequent, large vet bills. In the documentary, a woman had paid over $40,000 (or £40,000 - I'm not too sure) on vet bills for her single Cavalier. <br><br><a href="http://www.cavalierhealth.org/"; target="_blank" class="bb-url">http://www.cavalierhealth.org/</a>;
<br><br>hate to say it but thats true my family spent 12k on our one cav thats just ONE vet bill tho there are others so cavs are the most expensive when it come to vet bills:| <br><br>but good luck on picking ur pooch:)
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i have a full breed shih tzu female, she is really loveable and gets along with almost anything and certainly loves being a lap dog<br>she loves playing with us but when we are watching tv she is happy to play with her toys herself<br>She barks when their is someone at the door to let us know but she knows when to shut up when we tell her<br>She is clever and knows loads of tricks<br>she hasnt really had any health problems apart from a sore eye <br>if you want to know anymore on her just pm me
I also recommend a male over a female when choosing your dog. It's not always true, it depends on the dog, but I've found that males are much more affectionate and less independent. This definitely varies though! I also just prefer males.
I also recommend a male over a female when choosing your dog. It's not always true, it depends on the dog, but I've found that males are much more affectionate and less independent. This definitely varies though! I also just prefer males.
<br><br><br>I completely agree. I have owned dogs all my life and I definantly noticed that the males are more affectionate and are more of the 'shadowing' type:) But that is just my experiance, I can't guarantee males are better than Femlaes:)
I also recommend a male over a female when choosing your dog. It's not always true, it depends on the dog, but I've found that males are much more affectionate and less independent. This definitely varies though! I also just prefer males.
<br>Agreed. (except for my 3) I only had males growing up but my 3 girls are very loving. Specially Kayhlan (she wants on you ALL the time). But generally i have noticed males are more loving and wanting.
I also recommend a male over a female when choosing your dog. It's not always true, it depends on the dog, but I've found that males are much more affectionate and less independent. This definitely varies though! I also just prefer males.
<br>Oh alright! <br>I have a really thick book I borrowed about dogs and it says that males can be more dominant and territorial and agressive but may also be more active and playful (awesome!). Females might be eaiser to potty-train (and train) and might be more demanding of attention and affection. <br>To be honest, I cannot deal with demanding attention.<br><br><br>Oh and I have a question, when I neuter my dog is it common for it to get moody? Because people say it's common.
I also recommend a male over a female when choosing your dog. It's not always true, it depends on the dog, but I've found that males are much more affectionate and less independent. This definitely varies though! I also just prefer males.
<br>Oh alright! <br>I have a really thick book I borrowed about dogs and it says that males can be more dominant and territorial and agressive but may also be more active and playful (awesome!). Females might be eaiser to potty-train (and train) and might be more demanding of attention and affection. <br>To be honest, I cannot deal with demanding attention.<br><br><br>Oh and I have a question, when I neuter my dog is it common for it to get moody? Because people say it's common.
<br><br><br>When my boy got neutered he was fine. He was a little hyper(just like he was when he wasn't fixed) but after a few weeks, he really calmed down. He is the only neutered dog I have, besides Zeppelin and he was the exact same, so that is from my experience, I am not sure about all dogs. I guess it depends on the dog and its breed and such.
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