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I have owned a few dogs in my life. What you say, might be true. However, even within breeds there are just so many different type of dogs that some are just fi

I have owned a few dogs in my life. What you say, might be true. However, even within breeds there are just so many different type of dogs that some are just fine with being on the couch all day (within reason of course). Some other are not and become destructive. Not only that, some dogs hate being around attention all day and need some time to be able to retreat and left alone. So, what I am trying to say, that things are far more complicated than you are stating.

throw0101a 5y ago
> However, even within breeds there are just so many different type of dogs that some are just fine with being on the couch all day (within reason of course). Some other are not and become destructive. Not only that, some dogs hate being around attention all day and need some time to be able to retreat and left alone. Is there a recommended site or book where one can learn about the general traits of various breeds to figure out which one would be the best fit for one's lifestyle?
- roter 5y ago
  A dog encyclopedia? I have one called "Dogs" by Bruce Fogle [0] that classes dogs whether they are good with children, suitable for urban living, etc. [0] https://www.amazon.ca/Dogs-Over-000-Pedigree-Portraits/dp/1552095568 https://www.amazon.ca/Dogs-Over-000-Pedigree-Portraits/dp/15...
- k8sToGo 5y ago
  There are many, but the problem is that they are just textbook definitions. For example, you can pick out two Labradors where one is super crazy and needs constant action and strict training and another that is super chill and is super easy to work with as it will only want to please you. However, certain generic characteristics will apply to both. If you adopt, then make sure you know what you are getting (though this is a bit of a surprise bag usually). Especically when adopting at young age, the dog might change over time and calm down. There are certainly certain breeds that are generally not recommended to beginners.

throw0101a 5y ago

> However, even within breeds there are just so many different type of dogs that some are just fine with being on the couch all day (within reason of course). Some other are not and become destructive. Not only that, some dogs hate being around attention all day and need some time to be able to retreat and left alone. Is there a recommended site or book where one can learn about the general traits of various breeds to figure out which one would be the best fit for one's lifestyle?

roter 5y ago
A dog encyclopedia? I have one called "Dogs" by Bruce Fogle [0] that classes dogs whether they are good with children, suitable for urban living, etc. [0] https://www.amazon.ca/Dogs-Over-000-Pedigree-Portraits/dp/1552095568 https://www.amazon.ca/Dogs-Over-000-Pedigree-Portraits/dp/15...
k8sToGo 5y ago
There are many, but the problem is that they are just textbook definitions. For example, you can pick out two Labradors where one is super crazy and needs constant action and strict training and another that is super chill and is super easy to work with as it will only want to please you. However, certain generic characteristics will apply to both. If you adopt, then make sure you know what you are getting (though this is a bit of a surprise bag usually). Especically when adopting at young age, the dog might change over time and calm down. There are certainly certain breeds that are generally not recommended to beginners.