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What kind of dog should I get? How much money do you need to maintain a dog?

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1. Look to me you've based your chose on looks.NOT a wise move. Important things to consider 1. Dog experience? 2. Temperment? 3. Energy Requirements? 4. Living conditions? 5. Suitablity with children and their ages? 6. Suitablity with other pets and types? 7. Dog allegies? 8. Puppy/Adult? If your out 8hours day. that is too long for a pup to be left alone. Max hours is 2for a puppy 8hours max for adult 9.Most dog breeds will NOT suit your lifestyle. So you need to research very carefully,as only one of 2 breeds will actually be almost perfect for your lifestyle. Cost of owning a dog 1st year Purchase Price=$1000 Food=$500 Vacinations=$150 Vet bills=$400 Spay/neuter=200 Bed=$150 Treats=$100 Chew bones=$150 Bowls=$25 Collar=$20 Leash=$20 Trainning=$450 Fence=$1500 Vitamins=$75 Flea Control=$200 Heartworm=$100 Shampoo=$25 Grooming=$400 Grooming Tools=$250 Dental Care=$40 Stain Cleaner=$75 Waste Disposal=$50 Trainning aids=$300 Deworming=$30 Boarding=200 Crate=$150 Car Restraint=$100 Approx 1st year cost 6,600 Approx yearly cost 2485.00 Approx total cost of 14yr old $38,905.00 1st one is Wirehaired Jack Russell Terrier-LOW SHEDDING The Jack Russell Terrier is a loving and devoted breed. They are spirited, lively, amusing, and energetic. They get along with older, well-behaved, considerate children. They are not recommended for children under eight years of age. They do not get along with other pets. Their natural hunting instinct brings out their aggressive nature. They are highly intelligent and bold. Their courage often leads them into dangerous situations that may lead to fatal results. The Jack Russell Terrier requires an extraordinary amount of human attention. They are not well suited for a two career family. The Jack Russell Terrier thrives on exercise. They are very active indoors and require constant stimulation. They have the ability to adapt to apartment dwelling provided they are given sufficient exercise, but do best with an average size yard that is securely fenced. They will become destructive if they become bored. They enjoy long walks and vigorous play sessions. 2nd one looks like a Cocker Spaniel There are 2 types American Cocker Spaniel Cocker Spaniels are beautiful dogs that can get along well with older children and animals providing they do not pester. A very cheerful dog, this breed loves to play and sometimes enjoys barking. This very gentle breed can become somewhat of a tyrant if not given the proper attention or socialization.The Cocker Spaniel is recommended for a home with at least a small yard, but can do well in an apartment if they receive the proper exercise. This is a fairly active breed and does require 3 walks per day, unless able to roam free in a fenced back yard for exercise English Cocker Spaniel- This dog gets along very well with other dogs, family pets, and older children 3rd one look like a Siberian Husky The Siberian Husky is playful, good natured, friendly, gentle, athletic and independent and makes a good companion dog. Siberians get along well with older children but are not recommended for toddlers and small children unless raised with them from a puppy. However the Siberian is not a breed for everyone. Too many people are attracted to this handsome dog without realizing this is a working sled dog that needs a lot of physical activity. Siberians belong outside in an escape-proof large yard but get bored very easily if they have too little exercise. A bored Siberian can be nervous and destructive. Most Siberians are friendly with everyone and enjoy the company of other dogs. However many Sibes have a high prey drive and should be securely fenced or they will chase neighbours cats, chicken and livestock. Training Siberians is difficult and takes a lot of time and patience. Food reward-based training works best but owners must be firm and consistent or the Siberian will assume the alpha role. Training must be started when the Sibes are puppies and continued through to adulthood. Siberians don’t bark much (although they howl from time to time) and are too friendly to make good watchdogs. Siberians do best with an experienced owner. 4th one is Alaskan Klee Kai=(Alaskan Hsuky, Siberian Husky & American Eskimo-MUTT) 5th one is Alaskan Klee Kai==(Alaskan Hsuky, Siberian Husky & American Eskimo-MUTT) 6th one is Patterdale Terrier Willing to please, loyal, and intelligent, the Patterdale Terrier has a strong hunting instinct that regularly leads him off. This breed should always be kept on a lead or a fenced in area, as he can be difficult to catch when he gets going. Very independent, yet can be loving.The Patterdale Terrier requires regular exercise, and should not remain without a fenced yard. If left in a yard unsupervised, he can dig underneath the fence. The fence should be firm in the ground, and high enough so he cannot jump it to find game. For a 1st time dog owner. I'll avoid the Siberian Husky. Specialised dog breed and are not suitable for inexperience/Novice Owners
2. 1) Looks like a Parson Russell Terrier - or some other Terrier. 2) Possibly a Cocker Spaniel. 3) Husky/Malamute 4) Alaskan Klee Kai (says so in the link) 5) Another Klee Kai (again, says so in the link) 6) Patterdale Terrier (yet again, says so in the link) 7) Miniature Pinscher (left) and Boxer (right) All of these dogs have different temperaments, exercise needs, energy levels, grooming needs, training/socialization needs, etc. Are you choosing based on LOOKS or based on what you can HANDLE in a dog? Never choose based on looks. 1) Parson Russell Terrier - high energy, in need of 40 minute or more brisk controlled exercise (walk) per day. They shed. They tend to be nippy, yippy, and small animal aggressive. Not the best for an inactive person/family. 2) Cocker Spaniel - medium to high energy, in need of 30 minute or more brisk controlled exercise (walk) per day. They shed. They need daily at home grooming and regular professional grooming to clip the coat. 3) Husky/Malamute - VERY high energy, in need of 60 minute (usually more) brisk controlled exercise (walk) per day. They shed buckets. They tend to be loud, hard to contain, and can run for miles. They are NOT the best breed for an inexperienced person/family and are not for people who don't like to exercise. They are working dogs and need constant mental stimulation. 4/5) Alaskan Klee Kai - Same as a Husky/Malamute just smaller and a bit easier to control. 6) Patterdale Terrier - High energy in need of a 40 minute or more brisk controlled exercise (walk) per day. They shed. They tend to be small animal aggressive and need plenty of mental stimulation. Not for the inactive person/family. 7) Miniature Pinscher - high energy in need of a 30 minute or more brisk controlled exercise (walk) per day. They shed. They tend to be nippy and yippy. Not the best for an inactive person/family. Please use the below link to choose traits you want in a dog, and choose based on those traits - not looks: http://www.pgaa.com/canine/general/size.html
3. I'd just like to point out that the Alaskan Klee Kai (AKK) are not considered *mutts*. The AKK are registered with the United Kennel Club, the second largest dog registery in the US, just behind the American Kennel Club (AKC). http://www.ukcdogs.com/WebSite.nsf/Breeds/AlaskanKleeKaiRevisedJuly12009 More history on the AKK can be find on the Alaskan Klee Kai Association of America's (AKKAOA) website listed below. I hope this clears up that misinformation.