My children want a pet. They wanted a ferret, but after doing a lot of research it was a NO.

So after being told my decision they want a dog instead. I live in a townhouse and have a small backyard. The rental manager will approve my choice, no probs. I would like to acquire a "small" breed throught the SPCA.

What sort of Small dog would be a good family pet????? I will wait till the Fall to get the animal.

Any pics of a possible future addition to my family?????

How about a cicada?

2the9s said:

Aw hell no I would probably end up swatting it with my newspaper. And plus I don't need to "introduce" this insect here - thank god where I live they don't exist.

Save money of food, and no mess to clean up. Perfect!

are you trying to scare the kids


how about a

they have great temperment and are wonderful with children

Chico319 said:

Yeah, no worries.....

IAmTheTouch said:

Thanks. I been hitting the SPCA site to see what's available. I will definately post a pic of the new addition.

ella731 said:

Too big, no room to run around home and yard Maybe something like a bichon frize (small dogs only apply).

Miniature Pinschers are cool... really tiny Dobermans they dont grow at all... about 15-20 pounds maybe less

Chico319 said:

I love Pete Rock!

questionnare to help you find the right breed

http://www.petnet.com.au/...tapet.html

Good with kids and doesn't eat a lot.

what about a minature schnauzer
http://amsc.us/gallery.html

We have a chihuahua...."Chula" is great with the kids...she plays with both
kids and the kitten we just got. But mostly, she's a mellow dog, who would
much rather louge with me and get her belly rubbed.

Her bark is kind of annoying at first, very high pitched, but we got used to it.
She only barks when the mailman and strangers are at the door.

Plus, she's very low maintainance...none of those high priced haircuts/grooming
for us. She's a mix between a short hair/ long hair , she's mostly short hair with
a few longer hairs on her back.

luv4u said:

If you are not home all the time, or thinking about getting an outside dog, try to get a
dog that does not require alot of attention. I have a sheltie. He requries alot of attention. he can never stay home alone. He goes with the kids to the babysitters. He always wants to be in the car. Hes very verbal as well. But they are good protectors, loyal companions. They are very good with children. But again, require alot of attention.



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[This message was edited Fri May 14 15:51:06 2004 by nesseone]

I have a sheltie, too. A mutant sheltie, as I like to call him, since he's huge for a sheltie and often gets mistaken for a collie.

I think the kids need this!

althom said:

you can see what I have in my avatar. she chews bones in minutes, is not the smartest dog on the block, and is an attention whore. SHE'S AWESOME!!!!!
basset shepherd...bass..erd.