Thinking of getting a Dog

[crazyoildude]

well all the Dobermans i ever had were wonderful around everyone and very very trusting around kids now if someone comes around to do harm to their family they will be there for you.. Dobermans are fast,smart and have very large teeth that work just as fast as a gun. Bottom line Dobermans are super loving, playful and protective when you need them to be. Great part of the family. You usually don't find them in the pound an good breeders sell them for thousands.

Im very partial to Dobermans but if you don't want a Doberman because they look scary and have a bad (movie rap) Go find your new best friend at the pound because they know when they are rescued and they truly make the best pets..

 

[zach1900]

Originally Posted By: crazyoildude
well all the Dobermans i ever had were wonderful around everyone and very very trusting around kids now if someone comes around to do harm to their family they will be there for you.. Dobermans are fast,smart and have very large teeth that work just as fast as a gun. Bottom line Dobermans are super loving, playful and protective when you need them to be. Great part of the family. You usually don't find them in the pound an good breeders sell them for thousands.

Im very partial to Dobermans but if you don't want a Doberman because they look scary and have a bad (movie rap) Go find your new best friend at the pound because they know when they are rescued and they truly make the best pets..

They know they're rescued? Wow. Good to know even though you're completely wrong. Some of the worst digs I've seen have come from "rescues".again You're humanizing the dog. That and just blindly recommending a breed like a Doberman.

 

[zach1900]

Originally Posted By: crazyoildude
well all the Dobermans i ever had were wonderful around everyone and very very trusting around kids now if someone comes around to do harm to their family they will be there for you.. Dobermans are fast,smart and have very large teeth that work just as fast as a gun. Bottom line Dobermans are super loving, playful and protective when you need them to be. Great part of the family. You usually don't find them in the pound an good breeders sell them for thousands.

Im very partial to Dobermans but if you don't want a Doberman because they look scary and have a bad (movie rap) Go find your new best friend at the pound because they know when they are rescued and they truly make the best pets..
no they have a bad rap because they don't have the best tempraments.

 

[zach1900]

Originally Posted By: dishdude
Huskies are one of my favorite dogs, we had two growing up - the first was blue eyed black and white female. Really sweet, timid and she was great with two kids in the house. Very friendly, and we had a lot of fun playing with her as kids. We then got a brownish-red male with one brown eye and one blue eye. Again, very sweet dog but he so stubborn you wouldn't believe it. He'd follow my Dad around the house and was always in whatever room he was in. Here is a picture of him -



One thing about Huskies, they have to be on a leash whenever they are outside. They are almost escape artists - they love to run and often times can't find their way back home. Not the smartest dogs out there but a great companion.

I am interested in a Samoyed - they are very close to a Husky.
Neurotic people gravitate towards neurotic breeds, shocker! !!

 

[aquariuscsm]

Originally Posted By: AZjeff
Originally Posted By: donnyj08
I'm thinking about getting a Blue Eyed Siberian Husky. What are your thoughts on these dogs? It will be a family pet, an inside dog. I'm hesitant as I am a stickler for keeping the house clean.

I've found some puppies with papers and all their shots for $250-300


You can forget about a clean and undamaged house for 3-4 years if you get a puppy. Did you check Husky traits at all? A quick Google finds that they shed LOTS and all year long. There are breeds that don't shed and are suited to indoor life, do some research. You can eliminate dozens of breeds easily and get a feel for the ones that would fit your life.

Right now I have the best dog of my life, and I've had a few. A 4 year old Australian Cattle Dog. Got him at 3 months old, at 3 years he finally quit chewing shoes and eating wash cloths if we forgot to put it up. At 4 he's in the prime of his life, smart, loyal, easy to train, stays close, serious watchdog, loves to hike and run while I mountain bike. He sheds and is dog aggressive. Not for everyone.

One of my fave breeds,the Australian Cattle Dog. Probably one of the most intelligent and loyal breeds.

 

[zach1900]

Originally Posted By: aquariuscsm
Originally Posted By: AZjeff
Originally Posted By: donnyj08
I'm thinking about getting a Blue Eyed Siberian Husky. What are your thoughts on these dogs? It will be a family pet, an inside dog. I'm hesitant as I am a stickler for keeping the house clean.

I've found some puppies with papers and all their shots for $250-300


You can forget about a clean and undamaged house for 3-4 years if you get a puppy. Did you check Husky traits at all? A quick Google finds that they shed LOTS and all year long. There are breeds that don't shed and are suited to indoor life, do some research. You can eliminate dozens of breeds easily and get a feel for the ones that would fit your life.

Right now I have the best dog of my life, and I've had a few. A 4 year old Australian Cattle Dog. Got him at 3 months old, at 3 years he finally quit chewing shoes and eating wash cloths if we forgot to put it up. At 4 he's in the prime of his life, smart, loyal, easy to train, stays close, serious watchdog, loves to hike and run while I mountain bike. He sheds and is dog aggressive. Not for everyone.

One of my fave breeds,the Australian Cattle Dog. Probably one of the most intelligent and loyal breeds.
or a golden retriever or pretty much 90% of all breeds.

 

[Trav]

Originally Posted By: zach1900

Oh so a dog from a breeder is less worthy of a life.


Of course not, i don't think anyone implied any different. Fact is breeders have a financial interest in the pups and don't want to put them down.
Animals in the shelter may be on a countdown unless they find a home.

 

[Cujet]

Originally Posted By: donnyj08
I'm thinking about getting a Blue Eyed Siberian Husky. What are your thoughts on these dogs? It will be a family pet, an inside dog. I'm hesitant as I am a stickler for keeping the house clean.

I've found some puppies with papers and all their shots for $250-300

My friend has two and he highly recommends them.


This was "Rudy" my Siberian Husky (called a wooly husky, because they have longer hair) He was AWESOME, a best friend, we had a wonderful bond. lived to 16.

 

[pottymouth]

I would strongly caution anyone who has children to think twice about rescue/shelter dogs. I'm a dog lover through and through, but there are just too many unknowns about these animals.

Many animals are in the shelter because they were abused or neglected. Such conditions can cause all manner of behavioral problems and general temperament issues. These are not necessarily the kinds of things you will see from spending an hour with the dog at the shelter.

An attack on a child by even the smallest of dogs can cause lifelong scarring, both physically and emotionally. While any animal can be unpredictable, an animal from a good hobby breeder is most likely to be a good bet. Choose a breeder who allows you to visit their home and see their operation. Get references and actually check them. Saving $500 on the purchase price is a fools bargain. Find the right breeder and consider the price second. One medical problem caused by bad breeding can easily cost thousands of dollars down the road in addition to making for a less than ideal addition to the family. A temperament issues cause by poor breeding can cost a lot more. Dogs can be one of the most rewarding members of your family, but the wrong one can cause disaster.

As much as I would like to see all animals given a second chance, consider the bigger picture before just going to the shelter.

 

[andrewg]

One thing about posts relating to dogs....people are so opinionated and feel that only "they" have the right opinion at the exclusion of others.

All dogs have potential. The fortunate owner finds a dog that works out very well for them and enjoys many years of companionship. Various breeds GENERALLY exhibit certain traits more than others. Just doing some research about what traits a person desires in a dog is a great way to discover what breed MAY be best for them. I think that ALL puppies are cute...but can be a serious strain on anybody concerned about cleanliness and order in the house. That's just the nature of a puppy. I've got one at my feet right now....he is 5 months old. This morning....regardless of how tired I am....he decided to whine in his crate and force me to get up earlier than my tired body wanted to. That's life...at least with a puppy. Pooping mistakes....discipline issues.....destroying stuff...a puppy is not for the person that is a neat freak for sure.

Anyway....to the OP...good luck and do your research. Hundreds of info filled websites exist about choosing a dog. Take advantage of them.

 

[donnyj08]

Originally Posted By: pottymouth
I would strongly caution anyone who has children to think twice about rescue/shelter dogs. I'm a dog lover through and through, but there are just too many unknowns about these animals.

Many animals are in the shelter because they were abused or neglected. Such conditions can cause all manner of behavioral problems and general temperament issues. These are not necessarily the kinds of things you will see from spending an hour with the dog at the shelter.

An attack on a child by even the smallest of dogs can cause lifelong scarring, both physically and emotionally. While any animal can be unpredictable, an animal from a good hobby breeder is most likely to be a good bet. Choose a breeder who allows you to visit their home and see their operation. Get references and actually check them. Saving $500 on the purchase price is a fools bargain. Find the right breeder and consider the price second. One medical problem caused by bad breeding can easily cost thousands of dollars down the road in addition to making for a less than ideal addition to the family. A temperament issues cause by poor breeding can cost a lot more. Dogs can be one of the most rewarding members of your family, but the wrong one can cause disaster.

As much as I would like to see all animals given a second chance, consider the bigger picture before just going to the shelter.



This is the reason I really do not want a shelter Dog. I know there are good ones, but I do not want to risk getting one who is in there because he was inruly or mean

 

[NHHEMI]

Originally Posted By: donnyj08
I'm thinking about getting a Blue Eyed Siberian Husky. What are your thoughts on these dogs? It will be a family pet, an inside dog. I'm hesitant as I am a stickler for keeping the house clean.

I've found some puppies with papers and all their shots for $250-300

My friend has two and he highly recommends them.


I have never had a Husky personally but a good friend had 2 and I have known a handful of others in my life. In my experience they don't make a good 24/7 house dog. Not to say they can't be inside at times but mainly they actually seem to prefer being outside. Husky's are a cold climate dog( bred originally in Siberia hence the name Siberian Husky )and are built to be in the cold. Not suited to warm climates and houses kept overly warm. You will need to make sure they are kept comfortable. If you like your house at 80 degrees in the winter and don't run AC in the summer I would look for another breed for the dog's sake.

$250-$300 for an AKC purebred Husky is extremely cheap. I would verify this is true and if it is that this isn't from a line with a lot of genetic/health problems. As a rule Husky's( average - not show/racing dogs )go for at least $600 and run upwards of $1000. The price you have is way low compared to any purebreds, from good lines( health wise ), I have ever seen. It may be nothing but to me it is a red flag.

If you are a clean freak a Husky for an indoor dog may not be the best option. They require constant brushing to remove loose hair and keep their coat from tangling. All dogs shed to a degree but Husky's have one of those coats that really sheds.

Husky's are a working breed as well. They have a large amount of energy and require at least an hour or two daily of exercise when young and through their prime. If you plan on this dog as a house dog who just sleeps all day and doesn't "get out much" be prepared for it to become hyper and do damage. It will need to get out and be walked and let run pretty much daily.

Husky's generally take obedience training well( they enjoy it as it is like work for them which as said they need ). They can be head strong though and are a dog breed that like wolves really shows off the alpha syndrome( alpha's are harder to train and thus you need to make it clear from day one YOU are the alpha ). They are usually good with other dogs but can be a problem around cats( they have a strong prey drive from what I have seen ). Overall good with kids and people. Husky's as a whole, from what I have seen, don't bark a lot which I like. Every dog is different though so you will need to observe and discover that particular dog's behavior and mannerisms if you do get one.

Husky's as a whole don't have a lot of genetic/health issues. The main ones I know of are hip problems and eye problems. I would make sure that the pups parents at the least had some form of OFA eye and hip certification. They have different levels of each but at least have something showing the line is at least somewhat safe from these disorders. With pups only costing $250-$300 I seriously doubt the parents had any type of genetic disorder testing done.

Overall I like the breed. Just make sure it is the right breed for your situation before getting one. Good luck with it.

 

[shiny]

Originally Posted By: donnyj08
This is the reason I really do not want a shelter Dog. I know there are good ones, but I do not want to risk getting one who is in there because he was inruly or mean


Consider getting a dog from a rescue group that does foster homing. Basically they have volunteers who take dogs (and cats) into their homes until adopted. They often do "adoptathons" at PetSmart. The advantage of adopting one of these dogs is that the foster parent can tell you all about the dog- how it behaves in the home, how well it gets along with children, other pets, etc... If a dog has behavior problems, the foster parent will tell you.

 

[Andrew1972]

My experience with husky is an owner with beyond clean home.

The dog spends about 16hrs outdoors with the majority of time on front step summer, winter, storm or heat.

It comes in to spend time with family briefly, eat and sleep. My idea of perfect dog.....

 

[Whitewolf]

Originally Posted By: donnyj08
I'm thinking about getting a Blue Eyed Siberian Husky. What are your thoughts on these dogs? It will be a family pet, an inside dog. I'm hesitant as I am a stickler for keeping the house clean.

I've found some puppies with papers and all their shots for $250-300

My friend has two and he highly recommends them.


Take into account grooming, training, temprement and excercise needs before making your decision. Getting a dog is a long term commitment so you also have to consider any foreseeable changes in your own lifestyle or circumstances.

 

[morepwr]

I have a husky now and my previous dog was also a husky. They are great dogs but they are not for everybody. Yes they shed. Not all year but when they do shed it is a huge amount. I have hardwood floors so it makes it very easy to clean but you will be cleaning often. You need to take the time to brush them when it is shedding season. Most but not all do have a ton of energy. I walk mine everyday and have since I got him. Like most any breed there are many personalities so if you can spend some time with a liter or particular dog you are interested in then you can get a better feel for how they will act.

 

[aquariuscsm]

Someone mentioned a Doberman. How about a minature Doberman? I think they're really awesome dogs! I hardly ever see them,maybe they're rare? If you got one of these,at least you wouldn't have a breed that everyone else has. Plus you want an indoor dog,right? I had a toy Rat Terrier years ago that was awesome!! She loved everyone and everyone loved her. You could take her anywhere with you and she'd never leave your side. Loved car rides too.

 

[crazyoildude]

i have had Dobermans all my life Zach and i know those dogs and they are Loyal if you have had problems with dogs there is a reason because they know!
As for finding a forever friend at the pound if you are capable of loving an animal that animal will love you back.. If you hit and scream and treat them badly especially Dobermans they will treat you the same.
And yes Dogs that are on death row know when they are saved. Sorry Zach just because a doberman scares you don't say things you know nothing about. And no most of them don't have bad temperment if their handlers/owners are brainless and don't understand them that is not the dogs fault ... There are no bad dogs only bad owners.

 

[crazyoildude]

Miniature Dobermans are just as fearless as they big brothers and sisters and sometimes even more tough...lol

I dont have much experience with the mini ones but the big ones are super smart and loving and if trouble breaks out they will be on a bad guy before you can pull out your weapon... Very fast calculating smart animals that i have trusted for many years.. I leave my house and i lock my doors not because im afraid of a burglar breaking in im afraid of a burglar that runs into them because it will be bad.. They know right from wrong. My guys are always loose and they behave better than most people

 

[FastGame]

I grew up with Huskys and like them but, as already mentioned if one gets loose you better jump in the car and drive all over town for the catch

Heelers are real nice but they can be very protective of the family, property.

Best pet dog I've ever had was a Greyhound. Greyhounds are loyal, quiet, clean dogs. Rescue a racing Greyhound and give one the life they deserve, it will pay you back in spades