I'm thinking about getting a small, inside dog?

im thinking about getting a Shiz zu but i'm not sure any suggestions? i like the small dogs were u can put cute ribbons in their hair!!

I'm thinking about getting a small, inside dog?

it realy depends on what your looking for in a dog, long hiar you can put ribbons in you can get from a stuffed animal.

toy breeds tend to be fairly hig energy indoors, true they dont need a long walk (however they should be taken on at least 1 structured walk per day for mental stimulation and training, and should be abel to go somewhere fenced in and secure (ONLY SUPERVISED) to run around and play offleash ie a backyard.

when inside toy breeds can run around crazy and be more high energy than larger breeds.

toy breeds tend to be hard to housebreak, they need to be taken out frequently, for pupies every 1/2 hour to 1 hour untill they can hold it to 6 hours at 6 months (the general rule of thumb is 1 hour per month of age up to 6 hours during the day or 8 hours overnight at 8 months, but it requires training)

they realy should be creat trained...

even if you litterbox train you still need to be ever watchfull of your puppy in order to take them to the box/pad in the same frequency as you would take it outside...

logn haired dogs require frequent grooming...by that i dont mean simple brushing, that should be done EVERYDAY without fail, but you will also need to visit a groomer ever few weeks while your puppy is young to get him/her used to it...by the time the adult coat comes in trimming shoudl be done every 6-8 weeks to keep the coat healthy.

a groomer can teach you how to do it whihc saves a little money, but youd have to be secure, have a well trained dog and dedicate yourself to doing it as often as a groomer would be expected to.

what size of dog are you looking for? if your looking for a toy breed you can dress u and carry around PLEASE get a stuffed animal or a webkinz...live dogs while its fine to put ribbons in the hair and dress them occasionally and even SOMETIMES carry them, they are DOGS, not fashion acessories! they like to walk and play in the dirt and eat bugs! (yes, most toy breeds WILL eat bugs)

do you want a dog thats none shedding, some long hiared breeds are, some artn...

do you want a dog whos going to be more outgoing and friendly or one who may be standoffish with strangers but utterly doveoted to you (this option often makes finding and keeping a boyfrined hard lol)

many toy breeds are companion dogs, they get distressed when you dissapear for 3 seconds to use the bathroom, many become highly stressed and even destructive if left alone during the day, count your work/school and after work scheduals into the equasion. are you looking for a more independatn dog who likes to snuggle some of the times but will go and play by themselves if your busy, or do you want a totally DEVOTED breed who wants to sit on your lap all the time but doesnt like you to get up to go to work or do the dishes.

do you have other dogs? cat? pets? children?

what about noise? most toy breeds are barkers, training can help but these little guys thing there guard dogs.

are you willing to take puppy to proper socilization and traingin classes?

the shi-tzu is a nice breed, there very low shedding and usually good for allergy sufferes, and of course are a naturally long haired breed (though this breed can be kept in a teddybear cut, keeping the coat in its Longest form requires LOTS of upkeep!)

they are genrally clownish, and typically good with kids, there not TINY so not as delicate as some toy breeds (dont belive anyone trying to sell you "teacup" "tiny toy" or "imperials" for thousands of dollars, none are recoginized akc and just byb ways of getting you to pay more for the runt because smaller is trendy, you WILL pay later in life when the dogs health fails due to bad genetics)

they tend to be rough and tough little dogs who LOVE to play. they can be barkers though.

Lhasas tend to have a similar personalities.

maltese are another nice breed

yorkies might be too much dog , they are terriers before they are toy breds and can often be too intense...

you realy need to figure out what your lifestyle is first and what kind of dog would fit in that lifestyle...

ribbons in its hair should be the LAST step in deciding!

also PLEASE rescue or support GOOD breeders

I'm thinking about getting a small, inside dog?

well there is no such thing as an inside dog Hun so I am not sure what you mean. All dogs need to go out to socialise and for the other obvious reasons, and also for the exercise. Even small dogs need to be walked.They also need to be socialised with people and other dogs to rule out other further behavioural issues later on down the line.

Humans have a tendency to want to humanise dogs, its not fair, they are dogs and not kids, nor are they fashion accessories.If you are serious about getting a dog as a pet and you need a small dog because of where you are living, then do your research and find an appropiate breed to suit your needs.

UPDATE.

My goodness , lots of thumbs down on advice that is true. If you dont like the answers dont ask the questions.

I'm thinking about getting a small, inside dog?

Please don't choose a dog based on if you can put ribbons in its hair. There is a lot more to a dog than that. Research the different breeds to find what is right for you. Your local animal shelter has tons of wonderful dogs and I'm sure you can put ribbons in their hair too. They even have specialty rescues. Like Eskimo rescue, Pom rescues, Yorkie rescues etc. I'd look at local rescues first! You won't regret it! ;o)

My favorite inside dog is the toy poodle. I had one growing up, but they do require more grooming than others.

I'm thinking about getting a small, inside dog?

1) It's Shih Tzu

2) Getting a dog because you want to "put cute ribbons in their hair" is no reason at all to get one.

3) If you're really serious about a dog DO YOUR RESEARCH about which breed would be best for your lifestyle.

I'm thinking about getting a small, inside dog?

omg get a yorkie!!!!! so cute and are famous for ribbons in their hair!! and arent as yippy and sooooo sweet!!

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also your dog will need to go outside sometimes lol

and only put ribbons in their hair if they dont mind if they try to scratch it off take them OFF

remember dogs arent accesories they are living with a pulse!!

and please try to adopt from a shelter!!! save a pup!!

i got my yorkie,maltese,poodle, jack russel mix from a shelter and he has such a personalitty!!!! and ribbons are O. K but please dont be the one to put little sweat shirts on yr dog! can you say tacky and uncomfortable for some dogs

I'm thinking about getting a small, inside dog?

how about a Pomeranian

I'm thinking about getting a small, inside dog?

I would pick from:

Pomeranian

Papillon

Pug

Chihuahua

Yorkshire Terrier

Affenpinscher

Pekinges

Miniature Pinscher

I'm thinking about getting a small, inside dog?

I have 2 small inside dogs that hate having bandannas on, they scratch and pull at them when I bring them home from the groomer. They also need lots of exercise which is problematic when there's ice and snow on the sidewalks, so I have to figure out how to exercise them inside during the winter. Do some research on the breeds, a small, cute dog doesn't mean a low energy dog. Good luck.

I'm thinking about getting a small, inside dog?

I would get a small poodle.They can be clipped and bowed up.The shed very little also.Get one you like and the one that likes you.Shop around.Finding a friend is not easy....Good luck.

I'm thinking about getting a small, inside dog?

get a schnoodle. they are cuter and less bitchy