nubian_qween03 asked:
I used to own an American Bulldog who sadly met a most unfortunate accident and was put to sleep. Needless to say it took sometime to get over the loss of a great dog. Now it’s roughly a year later and I think I’m ready to get a new pet. Finding an American Bulldog without going throuhg a breeder is next to impossible. But to hear my dear mother tell it, it can be done. So I need some other options, what other type of dog can I get; large breed preferably, that won’t cause me to shell out a large portion of my pockets.
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I used to own an American Bulldog who sadly met a most unfortunate accident and was put to sleep. Needless to say it took sometime to get over the loss of a great dog. Now it’s roughly a year later and I think I’m ready to get a new pet. Finding an American Bulldog without going throuhg a breeder is next to impossible. But to hear my dear mother tell it, it can be done. So I need some other options, what other type of dog can I get; large breed preferably, that won’t cause me to shell out a large portion of my pockets.
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December 12th, 2008 at 7:20 pm
I have a Cocker Spaniel, he is not very large but he is the sweetest, most gentle and loving dog I have ever owned. He is also the cutest dog. We had one when I was a kid and she was the same way, a really good dog.
December 13th, 2008 at 9:28 am
Portugese Waterdogs are GREAT, but they can definitely be a tad expensive. You might be able to get a good deal on one, though….maybe even for free if you find someone who is looking for a new home for theirs.
December 16th, 2008 at 4:11 am
Pitbulls are great.
December 18th, 2008 at 7:54 am
have you tried rescue sites??
Perfect if you love the breed.
(Pitbulls? With small children? You’ve got to be kidding me. Good grief. Just try to get homeowners insurance while owning a pitbull. Not going to happen)
December 20th, 2008 at 12:20 am
I’d have to say a Pug or a Shar Pei. They’re both really great. Especially Pugs! Take my advice. If u need help, go to this website, it’s extremely helpful:
GOOD LUCK!
December 21st, 2008 at 5:01 pm
Labs are great dogs. The’ll put up with small children, love everyone, and don’t eat as much as St.Bernards.
December 22nd, 2008 at 7:09 pm
I would get a Lab. I have a 4 year old and 20 month old twins and 4 labs. They are all great with the kids. Plus you can find lots of labs that are in shelters or rescues that need homes. Good luck!
December 23rd, 2008 at 12:00 am
Pitbulls are amazing with kids.
And very tolerant of curious young children.
They are also the only breed of dog that was bred to be non-human agressive
December 24th, 2008 at 3:07 pm
Why don’t you rescue a dog? You will be expected to pay a small fee and the cost of the spay or neuter. Go to your nearest dog shelter or Humane Society center. Six years ago, my husband rescued the most beautiful and even tempered German shepherd that we were so proud to have in our home. Just recently we rescued a Pomeranian. He’s a handful, but we love him.
December 25th, 2008 at 11:22 pm
In my household we own a Maltese puppy. According to dog breeders, the altese dog is compassionate, low maintenance, and extremely social. This dog is highly recommended o families who live busy lives, and is popular among the elderly. My Maltese puppy is named Teddy, and he is obedient, and is often spoiled rotten. On your pet search find a dog with a low temperament, like the classic American Bulldog. I send my condolences to you companion.
Here is a picture of teddy
December 27th, 2008 at 1:15 am
i like the DOBERMAN PINCHSER you said a large breed and if you get them from being a puppy thier very loyal and easy to train
December 29th, 2008 at 4:10 am
Golden retrievers are a good family dog as long as you don’t mind the hair. Another good dog is a lab as they don’t have as much hair as a golden retriever.
December 31st, 2008 at 9:43 pm
Hi,
Have you considered getting a German Shepherd, (Heidelberg), puppy?
They are excellent watchdogs not only for the property, but also for personal protection and they are ideal and good natured with small children.
We had one when I was growing up, that was so good natured that when the female cat had a litter of kittens, the kittens used to crawl all over Duke’s head and stomach area and Duke never got mad or angry with any of the kittens, in fact, his biggest problem was getting up, with all the kittens hanging onto his fur, without hurting any of them.
Another good ‘protector’ is a New England New Found land,
even tempered, good natured, BIG and very protective, and obedient as well.
Or, you might just go down to the ASPCA or animal shelter and see what types of big puppies or dogs they have put up for adoption. In fact, I would strongly recommend going to these places before going to a breeder for the German Shepherd or the New England New Found Land.
Hope this answer helps you to save the life of a couple of big dogs at the shelter or the ASPCA, they deserve a second chance, and will love and protect you and your family for the rest of their life.
January 3rd, 2009 at 1:17 am
Jack russell’s are great with children.. Whippets are very gentle and not too big and love being inside..
Try the pound for a smallish to meduim size dog.
January 5th, 2009 at 6:41 am
I have a Husky and she loves to play. Shes really good with people even BABIES! She loves them! she always kisses them and when they cry she looks after them.
January 8th, 2009 at 4:26 am
An APBT. They are great with kids just like your American Bulldog. Mine will lay on the floor next to my baby grandson for hours.
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January 9th, 2009 at 11:42 am
I hear springer spainels are great dogs! They arn’t too big, but not too small eather. My neighbor has one and she is so sweet! They have 2 small kids and she is just great with them. She fallows them around everywhere they go and protect them.
Beagles are also good dogs too.
Good Luck!
January 10th, 2009 at 8:42 pm
There is no perfectly safe breed of dog. A survey of dog bites in Britain showed that Golden Retrievers were actually the most common attackers, despite the media hype about “dangerous dog breeds”. Thus, there are docile Rottweilers and aggressive Labradors; meanwhile toy breeds (eg. the Chihuahua) – often selected for children because of their small size – can be nervous and snappy whilst many of the giant breeds can be surprisingly gentle despite their huge size.
Many of the giant breeds, such as the Newfoundland, St Bernard and Great Dane are renowned for their placid natures and gentle tolerance of children.
Why not look at the SPCA? Thy also get purebreeds in.
Here are a few to consider, when the obedience training is done:
Bulldogs
American Eskimo Dog
American Foxhound
American Mastiff
American Pit Bull Terrier
Australian Shepherd
Beagle
Bearded Collie
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bloodhound
Border Terrier
Bull Boxer
Collie (Rough and Smooth)
Dachshund
English & Irish Setter
Retrievers
Golden Retriever
Gordon Setter
Great Dane
Miniature Australian Bulldog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Mastiffs
Pug
Saint Bernard
Standard Poodle
Best of luck!
January 12th, 2009 at 10:08 pm
I would go for a siberian husky. I got my siberian husky and mallamue mixed last year. She is the best dog I have ever had. She is a large breed, but not huge. She does great around my younger cousins who are 5 and 6 and does great around people in general. She loves people and loves to be pet and loved. I love her and think she is an excellent dog. I had always had german sheppards in the past and they were usally big and I loved my german sheppards but they weren’t very good around my younger cousins. Cheyanna is a great dog and a perfect breed for my family. She is great around younger kids and loves people and is part of the family. She wasn’t very much, we got her from a family who was moving and couldn’t bring her with them. She came with all her shots and was around 65$. I don’t remember exactly. The only issue is that SOME huskys AREN”T good with children. I have met a few other proud owners of huskys and they have no problems. Cheyanna loves the kids and plays with them with no problem. I would strongly recommend a siberian husky, I would get a mixed breed if I were you. Perferably siberian husky and malamue. I hope you get a great dog either way.
January 14th, 2009 at 1:55 pm
I have two Jack Russel’s, a Chow and a mixed Lab/terrier.
My Jacks are very protective, loyal and high strung. They need lots of attention, exercise etc. However, they are good around small children as long as the children are manageable. One of my Jacks bit a very undisciplined lil girl in the face. She kept pestering him. He kept moving to other parts of the room then the house. She kept pestering him. He came into the office with me and got under the desk. She found him got under the desk to pester him and he bit her. But you did say you wanted a large dog.
I would really stay away from Pit bulls. As for large dogs I suggest Labs and/or Chows. They both have calm wonderful personalities. Chows have a rep of being mean but mine and others I have met were not. But they mine is VERY protective. My lab is not as protective but I have had others that have. The Labs (FULL) I have had in the past were wanderers/escape artist, except for the females.
Hope this helps. Oh my chow is a very light and picky eater.
January 15th, 2009 at 5:02 pm
It mostly depends on the owner and how willing they are to train the dog. Most breeds are fine, if you attend an obedience class and learn how to manage the dog. A dog should never be left unattended with a small child. No dog.
January 16th, 2009 at 9:46 am
Shar Pei? Doberman? Pit Bull? Chow? All of those breeds require CONSTANT training from a very experienced handler. Very few people have the time to do that. It’s not worth the risk of having an untrained dog with that temperament and size. Chows, Shar Peis and Pits were bred to fight. Not a good idea.
English Springer Spaniels are nice dogs. They are of medium size, but can be a little boisterous. They are good with kids too and are extremely kind in temperament.