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Which puppy to get

User Profile: turquoiseDrum4573
turquoiseDrum4573 May 12th, 2025

Hi, We are ready for a puppy to join our family. I just don't know which puppy to get. I have two kids, single mum, so it'll be my first time training alone. Does anyone have any recommendations as to which puppy would be best? I love all dogs and all dog types lol! I wanted a sausage dog but apparently they're quite needy and I obviously work. I stress about every little thing so this will be a stressful time. But we are ready. Any advice welcome.

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User Profile: jesusredeemedme2425
jesusredeemedme2425 May 13th, 2025

@turquoiseDrum4573

Awww, I don't have any advice, but I'd love to know what you decide on! <3

User Profile: Sunrise110
Sunrise110 May 13th, 2025

Firstly, YAY! Puppies bring so much happiness to families and are great for teaching kids patience and responsibility.

Maybe a less active breed or smaller breed would suit if you’re a little time restricted.

User Profile: emotionalconnect1209
emotionalconnect1209 May 13th, 2025

@turquoiseDrum4573

Puppies are awesome 😍

If you dont want high maintenance breed then I can suggest Pug as I had one.They are so cute and will not require high maintenance. But they arelazy as well 😅😂. Will Just demand your love which will be hard to ignore when they look at you. They hate to be active all day long, love little walks and Love To Eat Anytime and will make you feel guilty everytime u eat by just looking at you 😂❤️

User Profile: Squirrel42
Squirrel42 May 13th, 2025

@turquoiseDrum4573 Hi there! 

Puppies are awesome! I Work with dogs for a living as a kennel attendant. There are many breeds out there that make great first time pets. For a medium sized dog I'd recommend Golden retrievers and Labradors as they are very friendly and often food motivated. If you're looking for a smaller dog I'd recommend the Maltese, Shih Tzu or even a Pug though pugs often go through a lot of hardship due to their bad breeding. 

I'd also add that I'd avoid breeds like collies, huskies and setters as these types have super high energy levels and may become destructive if not properly stimulated. 

It also matters where you get the dog from. NEVER go to a puppy mill. Puppy mills can be identified by: 

The breeder refuses or tries to avoid you seeing their facility and the puppy's mother and father.

The breeder is with holding or not providing the dogs medical background. Think vaccination records and genetic screenings.

The breeder has a large selection of breeds available - good breeders specialize in one or two breeds and don't breed as often as puppy mills.

The breeder is selling puppies too young - taking a pup away from its mother before 8 weeks old can hinder the pups development and health.

I hope this helps you decide! 

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User Profile: jesusredeemedme2425
jesusredeemedme2425 May 14th, 2025

Good advice about puppy mills :)

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