What kind of young dog do i get while owning an old dog?
July 28, 2010 by
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My dog is 13 years old. She is a golden retriever and she has arthritis in her legs. She is a very kind dog and cannot do too much anymore. I am thinking about getting another dog along with her. What kind of dog should I get who wont bother or pester my dog? A dog that she can get along with. People have suggested a small dog, not another golden because I know that they are rowdy when they are young. Can anyone help?
Well, there are certainly certain breeds that are lazier than others, but it sounds like you want to pay more attention to temperament of individual puppies that you may look at. I would say to take your older friend along with you when looking at any puppies to see how they interact. This will probably really help you make a decision about your new friend!
If you are going to a shelter or a breeder, ask them about the temperament of each dog…and ask them who is the laziest and who gets along best with other dogs. You meet the puppies first, then when you find one you think you like, bring your old friend along to meet the puppy as well.
Your current dog may not mind having a little puppy around. They probably will do all sorts of cute things like cuddle and play together. I would just say pay attention to the dog’s temperaments and be sure to introduce them to each other properly. No matter which breed you get…they should get along fine.
Good luck!
our 7 month old st bernard is the laziest thing ever!!!! great dane also very lazy as a pup and still is! Most people dont go for the big dogs like we do though:)
All puppies are rowdy. get whatever kind of dog you like they more than likely will get accustomed to each other.
Why not go to your local shelter and have your dog meet the dogs and see what one she gets along with. There are so many dogs that need homes.
I would get another retriever. After having a big dog how could you go to a little dog? Your 13 year old will tell the puppy who’s boss and the puppy will learn it’s limit. However, if your dog is dominate I would wait all together to get a new dog.
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i like portuguese water dogs there fun loving always following you around look up to you they are always there for you but they are enegenic and no matter what you do practically all puppys will be play full there pupppys but the portuguese water dog is so cute and very obedient
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