My course load and financial situation has me in the perfect opportunity to get and train a dog that i can have for years to come, i worry about entering the workforce in a few years and not having the time to dedicate to training, but now i have all the time in the world and would love to take advantage of the opportunity if i can figure out what breed i should be looking for. I live right beside a park for easy exercise with the pup outside the apartment too.
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Poodles do not shed. Terrier do shed a lot. I have a terrier and have many friends that have terriers and they all shed. Although, in my opion, terriers are the best dog in the world, they do shed. Poodles do not shed but are mostly bred to be lap dogs. Try doing some research on the internet about different kinds of breeds and what breed is best for your situation. Good luck. Having a dog is a huge responsibility.
I have a shih-tzu poodle mix and he is just adorable! So low maintenance, non-fuss, doesn’t shed AT ALL (they call them the hypo-allergenic dogs) and he’s just an adorable size (right around 18 lbs).
I’m in college and in an apt. and had plenty or room for this little guy to train him and keep him out from underfoot all the time. And the best thing is is that they’re really mellow…you can get them all riled up and play with them for 15 minutes, and then they’ll be ready to sit down with you when you want to watch tv or get some studying done.
Yorkshire terrier. In spite of the long hair, they don’t shed. They’re less nervous than other toy purebreds. They love everybody, and live a long time. They’re also very smart.
By the way, don’t buy one from a pet store…they are notorious purveyors of “puppy mill” dogs. Find a reputable breeder so that you can see both parents of the pup! You can also contact a Yorkie rescue society, but you can’t always be sure what you’re getting by going that route.
I have a shih-poo and he’s perfect. He doesn’t shed much, he’s very smart, and he’s adorable. He loves to go for walks, but he gets a lot of exercise running around the apartment too. I got him as a college student also, and it worked out very well for me and my dog. If you can, please adopt from a shelter. There are soooo many good dogs who need loving homes. Good luck to you!
I personally enjoy Boston Terriers, which are relatively low-shedding as they are single-coated and have quite short hair. However, there’s a lot of different things to think about when choosing a dog breed. Why don’t you check out this breed selector, it may help you to think about other factors that have not occurred to you: http://animal.discovery.com/breedselecto…
I’d go with a miniature (possibly even standard) schnauzer.. They need regular grooming.. (and daily brushing).. If you get one that is young and work really hard to socialize it it will be a great fit.. (if not socialized early, and well, schnauzer’s tend to become barkers.. ).. Training is easy for the most part.. (they do tend to be stubborn, but they pick things up quickly)
Toy Poodle. I just got one in May & I work & go to college. We live in a small apt & its perfect for her. She will be 6 months old in a week & is only 7 pounds. We keep her trimmed short & poodles only shed their baby hair (once that’s gone, no problems). She’s SUPER smart, I’m in training classes with her & she picks up on tricks after a couple of tries.
If you’re looking for a puppy, none are “easily trained”. If you’re looking for a dog that is allready trained, seek a shelter for advice. I would look into the toy group at http://www.akc.org for some dogs. The Maltese does not shed, however. =:)
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Here is a quiz you can take, but a miniature poodle comes to mind first. They are very intelligent, easy to train, don’t shed, and are calmer than most of the toy breeds.http://www.iams.com/iams/en_US/jsp/IAMS_…
My boy is a chihuaha/jack russell mix, and he has very little hair, jack russell’s are SMART dogs and he’s been very easy to train….. He’s a cutie too…..
Here’s his dogster page, go have a look…. ]http://www.dogster.com/dogs/621450
A shitzu/chihuahua. My family has one; it’s small, friendly, trainable, and has little hair to begin with.
hi, go to dogtime.com , there’s a questionnaire to c wat dog best suits u. Also lots of information on all breeds so u can have an idea what type of dog would suit u.
Mini schnauzer (Especially for shedding little)
Short haired Chihuahua!!!! I love mine to death. Best little doggies in the world.
both my bf and I live together, both in college, and we have a yorkie
A toy poodle or malti-poo are the first to enter my mind.
Yorkshire Terrier
A Jack Russel Terrier…:)
Poodle
a dachshund or a King Charles Spaniel!
shih tzu or miniature poodle (their fur is a pain though)
poodle
Look at this site:http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/search.htm
I am NOT trying to generalize, as I got my dog when I was 20 and in college, and I made absolutely sure any decisions I made regarding my career path were beneficial to him as well. He’s now 7 yrs old and I’m more or less “settled” so I am not trying to discourage you!
….You could check out the Miniature Poodle or a Bichon Frise, they are very smart and easily trainable. If they’re a little too “girly” for you, a Miniature or Standard Schnauzer is more of a “robust” little dog. The Mini is small at around 10-15 lbs and the Standard is more medium sized, standing about knee-height and weighing closer to 40 lbs. They shed very little but all of the above breeds DO need regular brushing, grooming and coat care. You could learn to do a simple clip at home to avoid grooming costs.
But, JUST as some food for thought….college students *in general* DO have a high rate of surrendering their pets, as life can change drastically for a few years while you job-seek, move around and generally find your place in the world. It can be tough to find a place to live with a dog, even a small one, and depending on your career path you may find yourself with heavy work obligations, long hours and other commitments that are a detriment to your dog’s quality of life.
I just want to make sure you’re thinking realistically about the years ahead and you have a good idea what to expect when beginning your chosen career. If you find yourself working 12 hour days, weekends, traveling, etc….your dog isn’t going to be happy. You never know what the future brings so it *may* be wise to wait and see where you end up. Again, only you know your exact situation so I’m not trying to generalize!
That being said
Pugs are short-haired and while they will shed a nominal amount, the hair is short and less noticeable, and can be kept under control with a rubber curry brush. They are fun little dogs and rather robust for their size, and don’t have a very high exercise requirement so they do well in an apartment.
Or, you could visit a shelter or Petfinder and try to find a mix of any of the above breeds, or just pick out a dog that suits your liking. Adoption fees are almost always less than buying a dog from somewhere, plus you’d be saving a life.
Be wary of buying these “designer mixes” (Puggles, Maltipoos, etc) from breeders, as they don’t health test or do all the appropriate things breeders are supposed to do, plus they charge you an arm and a leg for what is basically a mutt. If you find yourself looking at the designer dogs, check a shelter or Petfinder first and it’s likely you’ll find what you’re looking for, without paying an arm and a leg.
I think you should look into a boxer. They are excellent dogs. They are among the smartest dogs and very loyal to their owner. They’re short haired dogs so they shed very little. Although they are active dogs, they will happily wait all day long patiently waiting for their master to come home. They are not too mischevious either so they wont get in too much trouble. I have a boxer right now and have had 3 before this one. None of them have ever had obedience problems or anything. They love to show affection and are my favorite type of dogs.
If youre lookin for something smaller i would recoment a basset hound too. I have a puppy and he is great. He lays around most of the day and waits patiently to play. He is a little more of an instigator than the boxer becase he is a hound but never gets into too much trouble. Because they are small, they would fit great in an appartment. JUst remember to give them attention when you get the chance because both breeds really like it i hope this helps
i’m not sure this is a very good idea. if you can’t promise your dog a careless life meaning you will be there for her/him forever (as long as you’re “here”) you shouldn’t be getting one. you said you’re worried about the workforce. just so you know, your dog will love you more than life and seriously if you just leave it one day it’ll break her/his heart. i think you should get a cat, not a dog.