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What type of dog is best for me?
I think I would be best suited to a companion type dog, but I hear that some are hard to potty train? I have a little niece as well as a sister-in-law who are allergic to dogs (though my niece doesn't seem to be alergic to my sisters pom?) so this is something else I need to consider.
When I do some research, a Shih Tzu as well as a poodle (standard) seems to be on the top... I'm just wondering if they would really be best suited for me.
I'm looking for a dog that: 1. can stay to themselves (i.e don't have "separation anxiety")
2. Low grooming needs (I hear it depends on the Tzu?)
3. Low exercise requirements- I can do a max of a 30-45 min. a day walks.
4. Doesn't bark much.
5. Is ok with strangers after being introduced and knowing that they are ok.
6. Can go outside for walks in cold temperatures (of course it would live indoors with me though).
Thanks :)
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No grooming, no exercise, no barking, loves everyone, likes cold weather... You probably don't want a puppy. The shedding is easy to answer, as there are many dogs who don't shed much and are hypo-allergenic to an extent. Yes, poodles are definitely recommended, and are very smart and caring companions as long as they come from a reputable breeder and not a mill. I suggest adopting an adult rescue dog (of any breed -- go with "curly" hair for the allergic family members) who already has great manners and is socialized. Chill, not anxious so won't bark, good with people. As for Shih Tzu grooming, they definitely require it. Long hair, teary eyes, definitely not the most low maintenance dog. The groomer will be a regular thing. Good luck, and please rescue or adopt!
Tony Hernandez answered on Jan 21st.
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Beagles have all that EXCEPT they are LOUDMOUTHS!!! They not only bark, but they howl and bay. Our Snoopy isn't much of a howler or barker because he's just a puppy but they do shed a little bit. There is no such thing as a non-shedding breed because all dogs shed a little.
These are all little shedding dogs and mutts
Affenpinscher
Airedale Terrier
American Hairless Terrier
American Water Spaniel
Australian Terrier
Basenji
Bedlington Terrier
Bergamasco
Bichon Frise
Bichon Yorkie
Black Russian Terrier
Bolognese
Border Terrier
Bouvier des Flandres
Brussels Griffon
Cairn Terrier
Cesky Terrier
Chacy Ranior
Chi-Poo
Chinese Crested (hairless)
Cockapoo
Coton de Tulear
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Doodleman Pinscher
Giant Schnauzer
Glen of Imaal Terrier
Hairless Khala
Havanese
Irish Terrier
Irish Water Spaniel
Italian Greyhound
Kerry Blue Terrier
Komondor
Labradoodle
Lagotto Romagnolo
Lakeland Terrier
Lhasa Apso
Löwchen (Little Lion Dog)
Maltese
Malti-Poo
Manchester Terrier
Mi-Ki
Miniature Poodle
Miniature Schnauzer
Norfolk Terrier
Norwich Terrier
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Polish Owczarek Nizinny
Poos
Portuguese Water Dog
Puli
Schnoodle
Scottish Terrier (Scottie)
Sealyham Terrier
Shepadoodle
Shichon
Shih-Tzu
Silky Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Spanish Water Dog
Standard Poodle
Standard Schnauzer
Tibetan Terrier
Toy Poodle
Welsh Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Wirehaired Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Xoloitzcuintle
Yorkshire Terrier
Mr. Beagle
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