Don’t get a doodle. Every doodle I’ve ever met has been neurotic.

Anonymous wrote:Get a poodle. There is a reason why there are so many poodle mixes. That's because poodles are awesome dogs. They don't shed and are super smart and loyal.

I adopted a toy poodle about a year ago. Despite a history of trauma, she is doing amazing. Sweet, smart, loyal, and chill. Couldn't ask for a better dog.

Get a poodle. There is a reason why there are so many poodle mixes. That's because poodles are awesome dogs. They don't shed and are super smart and loyal.

Mini schnauzers. Spunky and funny little dogs that were able to keep up with my boys.

Great information!

Anonymous wrote:Our cocker spaniel doesn't shed. Down side is that he needs to be groomed.

Really sweet dog. Dumb as rocks and totally food motivated, but the most lovable animal on the planet!

I have a cocker spaniel hybrid (50% cocker spaniel), and while I love her to death and she's a fabulous dog, cocker spaniels are a really sad case of being overbred to the point of damaging their gene pool. Lots are really sensitive and snappy, plus have physical health problems. Many also shed like crazy, though not all. A good cocker spaniel is almost the perfect dog, but so many just aren't anymore.

Some terriers shed. I had a Jack Russell, mostly white, and that dog shed like a maniac. he was also very nippy around kids. Smart but hard to train.

I would contact a few rescues, describe what you are looking for, and ask for recommendations of specific dogs. I've been very happy with this method even though I didn't get everything on the list I originally wanted. Mine ended up being a slight shedder but he's small and the hair matches my couch, so it is minimal and you really have to look for it.

I do have several friends with havanese, though, and a well-bred, properly handled one appears to be a lovely companion. it sounds like your son is responsible around dogs if people are having you two dog sit -- it is important for kids to understand dogs and have good dog manners, esp if you get a puppy who can develop bad habits more easily. I have a friend who breeds Havanese and like any small dog if not cared for appropriately they can be snappy. he has taken back a couple from families with small kids over the years because they didn't work out.

Our cocker spaniel doesn't shed. Down side is that he needs to be groomed.

Really sweet dog. Dumb as rocks and totally food motivated, but the most lovable animal on the planet!

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Anonymous wrote:Miniature or medium golden doodle or labradoodle

They shed despite the poodle parentage.

My goldendoodle doesn't shed a bit.

We love our Cavapoo! Super soft, doesn't shed, so lovable, very smart! He weighs 15 pounds, which for us is enough "dog" (don't worry that we're going to accidentally step on him and crush him) without being big.

Anonymous wrote:Miniature or medium golden doodle or labradoodle

They shed despite the poodle parentage.

Miniature or medium golden doodle or labradoodle

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Anonymous wrote:Tibetan Terrier

Would you recommend for first time dog owner or owner with children under 10yrs?

Go to this website and surf breeds. Westies http://www.yourpurebredpuppy.com/reviews/westhighlandwhiteterriers.html see yellow box
Read about shelties http://www.yourpurebredpuppy.com/reviews/shelties.html

A well bred sheltie is great -very trainable which is fun for children , kind, shedding [is furry but the hair shed is mostly stuck in the undercoat and gets brushed out]. Far easier to live with than a terrier.

Anonymous wrote:Tibetan Terrier

Would you recommend for first time dog owner or owner with children under 10yrs?

Tibetan Terrier