What kind of dog is the best

Looking to a rescue group is an excellent idea - often the dogs are in a foster home and the fostering family can tell you much about the dog's personality.

I have two greyhounds (greyt hounds) now, and they're my first of this breed. The resuce group in my state (teamgreyhound.com) rescues the dogs from race tracks and then they go to a prison. The dog is paired up with an inmate who's gone through training in working with these dogs. They get the dog used to socializing and teach some basic commands. It's a wonderful program for both the dogs and the inmates, I think. Once they've 'graduated' they move to a foster home. They're checked to see if they're cat-safe and how they do with other dogs, children, etc.

Greyhounds are generally very calm dogs and are easy to be with. You will need a fenced yard as they're bred/trained to run and will usually takeoff like a bullet if given the opportunity. Mine were both completely accident free as they're used to keeping their home (their crate) clean. They need to go for walks on a leash, but don't require super long walks, tons of exercise, or running as many people assume.

No matter what breed you chose, or even a mutt, please do rescue - less cost for you, and so wonderful for the animal :flowerforyou:

Chows yeah what we've all heard about them. All the above breeds I have heard before are as described. I do know unless you exercise some dogs A LOT they'll go nutz. ie: Border Collies.... Irish Setters are said to be super good family dogs but anything I've ever read about them says they are well...... to be politically incorrect...... stupid. WoW. What a decision. Let us know what you end up with. I love the guy who said the best dog is "My Dog"

I'm laughing over here...It took 20 years to talk my husband into letting me have a dog. He insisted that the only dog he would want would be a Border Collie. We found a rescue place that had a Bordie Collie/Chow mix. We went to look at all the dogs they had and he was the dog that stood out to us the best. We could tell right then he was going to be awesome with our 6 year old who has autism. I knew what I was getting myself into with a Border Collie after doing the research. You're definitely right. He goes insane if I don't get him out for a daily walk. We had a few weeks of intense heat and there was no way I was going to take him out in that. He was not fun to live with. Very antsy and jumpy. But, he is the most loving dog I've ever met. He hardly ever barks. My 6 year old can be kind of rough with him at times and he has never snapped at her or anything. We're working on teaching her to be more gentle.

I agree with others who said to go to a rescue place and meet the dogs they have to see which one you think would fit your family.

Corgi if that's not the cutest thing you've ever seen you don't have a soul.

We have 5. 3 are resues. The one I will always have is a great dane! Its their personalities. People are right, you have to decide what you like, do your research, There are NO bad dogs, just bad humans that own the dogs. Good luck.

I strongly recommend rescue. There are thousands of homeless dogs that need someone to love them. If you have a good rescue organization in your area, they can match you with a dog that meets your needs. You can also look on petfinder.com for rescue dogs in your area.

Adopt don't buy. Please don't buy. Please don't buy. Over 9 million dogs and cats were put down in 2011. Please adopt and save a life instead of buying.

Unless you are very active and can exercise the dog daily don't get any herding breeds. I have to explain to clients all the time why their dog tears up the house and that a daily walk is not enough for most of them.

Go to your local shelter or check out petfinder and look through the adoption groups.

No breeds are born aggressive. It takes time and patience and effort. It is a lifetime commitment.

I'm sure once you start looking someone will pick you out or find you. One of mine picked me at the shelter. The other was found by a friend in bad shape in a ditch. We were meant to be together.

Spay and Neuter!

I don't think there's any such thing as a bad dog, I think its all about the training. If you put in enough time when they are a pup they will reward you with good behaviour. That being saig, I have a German Shepherd who is an absolute idiot, wouldn't change him tho.

i agree any dog is as best as any other, i have a jack russell who are apparently notorious for snapping and biting, mine is a darling! took training......but hey didnt we all?????

I vote for Labs. Easy to train, and gentle.

That said, our lab/golden retriever never met a stranger. He's worthless as a guard dog

We have a Golden and he's the same way! And while it's true that there are no guarantees, Goldens have been bred for centuries to have a soft bite and be good with people/children. We also have a Maltese if you want something small; he's the sweetest dog, too

Corgi if that's not the cutest thing you've ever seen you don't have a soul.

awwwwwwwww!!!!!! very cute!!!!

Puggle - Pug/Beagle mix or a Chug... a pug/chiuaua mix. These breeds (and pugs) looks like puppies all their lives... and they are fun and playful. I have two puggles. But I have also had 2 poodles, several muts, greyhound, shizu (sp?) golden retreiver, lab and a great dane. All dogs are pretty cool though.

I am all for a rescued dog, I picked up my Gunny (Chihuahua/rat terrier mix - mostly rat terrier) He is the sweetest little boy I could ever ask for, granted useless as a guard dog, but love him to death.

LABS all the way!! Lost mine due to old age recently and he was beyond amazing!!

Looking to a rescue group is an excellent idea - often the dogs are in a foster home and the fostering family can tell you much about the dog's personality.

I have two greyhounds (greyt hounds) now, and they're my first of this breed. The resuce group in my state (teamgreyhound.com) rescues the dogs from race tracks and then they go to a prison. The dog is paired up with an inmate who's gone through training in working with these dogs. They get the dog used to socializing and teach some basic commands. It's a wonderful program for both the dogs and the inmates, I think. Once they've 'graduated' they move to a foster home. They're checked to see if they're cat-safe and how they do with other dogs, children, etc.

Greyhounds are generally very calm dogs and are easy to be with. You will need a fenced yard as they're bred/trained to run and will usually takeoff like a bullet if given the opportunity. Mine were both completely accident free as they're used to keeping their home (their crate) clean. They need to go for walks on a leash, but don't require super long walks, tons of exercise, or running as many people assume.

No matter what breed you chose, or even a mutt, please do rescue - less cost for you, and so wonderful for the animal :flowerforyou:

I have a greyhound/pit mix. He is a very fast kisser. lol. Greyhounds really are calm. Mine sleeps under the covers with me and snuggles. I love to watch him run his laps in the yard. The lab mix watches too. She can't keep up.

my dog is best haha

No, MY dog is the best. Isn't she cute? Actually, the best dog is the one the best suit one's lifestyle and living situation. I did a ton of research on what kind of dog I wanted and would fit me before I decided. My dog does not shed, she doesn't annoy the neighbors standing at the gate barking, she adores me, does not require more exercise than casual walks around the neighborhood. She is long-lived and not prone to genetic health issues.

But really. Many dogs can be the best. . . depends on what exactly you are looking for. Take some on-line quizzes on dog breeds.