DanielFord
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I have just noticed, I think all us dog owners (me included) missed the OP's ultimate dilemma. It sounds to me a little like this could be the first time ownership of a dog? Correct me if I am wrong? Whilst all us dog owners are pretty relaxed about having hairy carpets and chewed furniture etc. these are things that are horrifying to a new dog owner.
If you are indeed a first time dog owner, you will want a breed that is placid and easy going, and above all easy to train! For example, a first time owner should never consider a Rotweiller for example. Intelligent dogs like Jack Russell Terriers or Border Collies can be a handful if not shown early leadership. Ironically Staffordshire Bull Terriers, although they get a bad press are extremely easy to train, and extremely loyal.
Over and above the moulting thing, I would look at what you want from a dog, each breed has different needs. I couldn't imagine a trip out in our van without a dog, and whilst we were without dog, it seemed very empty. A dog is going to occupy every moment of your life, it will expect nothing more from you than love and guidance for the whole of it's life.
Also, many have said it, if you have no children to consider, pop down to your local rescue home, there are many dogs that need a good home.
If you are indeed a first time dog owner, you will want a breed that is placid and easy going, and above all easy to train! For example, a first time owner should never consider a Rotweiller for example. Intelligent dogs like Jack Russell Terriers or Border Collies can be a handful if not shown early leadership. Ironically Staffordshire Bull Terriers, although they get a bad press are extremely easy to train, and extremely loyal.
Over and above the moulting thing, I would look at what you want from a dog, each breed has different needs. I couldn't imagine a trip out in our van without a dog, and whilst we were without dog, it seemed very empty. A dog is going to occupy every moment of your life, it will expect nothing more from you than love and guidance for the whole of it's life.
Also, many have said it, if you have no children to consider, pop down to your local rescue home, there are many dogs that need a good home.