
Low maintenance dog breeds
Are you itching to get a dog, but worried that a pet will take over your life? Have no fear! There is a variety of low-maintenance dogs that are easy to train and require little grooming and exercise. When deciding whether or not to take the plunge and bring a new dog into your home, it's important to think about which breeds are a good fit for your particular lifestyle.
You should take time to really research the right dog breed for your family, especially if you are looking for low-maintenance dogs, says Dr. Marc Abraham, an award-winning veterinarian and the author of Vet on Call: My First Year as an Out-of-Hours Vet. "Choosing a dog is one of the biggest decisions you and your family can make, not just for you, but for the dog in question. With so many dogs available to us, it's important to go down the right channels to find the right dog to suit your family and your lifestyle."
By taking the extra time to research whether or not a particular type of dog is a good fit for you, you can lower the chances that you will second-guess your decision to introduce this pet into your home. "Because of poor pet selection...six million dogs and cats are relinquished to shelters every year, " says Dr. Marty Becker, a veterinarian and the author of Your Dog: The Owner's Manual. According to Becker, that number would drop if people spent more time picking out the right pet.
Here are 10 breeds of low-maintenance dogs for you to consider:
- Pug
This spunky little fellow can weigh between 14 and 18 pounds.Although pugs shed a little bit, they require very minimal grooming, and their keen intellect makes them easy to train.
- Miniature Pinscher
If you love the look of a Doberman, but don't have the energy to keep up with a large dog, then a miniature pinscher might be right for you! Weighing between 8 and 11 pounds, the spritely "MinPin" can be trained very easily. If you work with her, she can even learn how to do a few tricks!
- Chihuahua
It's no wonder why the Chihuahua has become a top companion dog. At just four to six pounds, he's tiny enough to live comfortably in a small apartment or condo. These dogs are sharp as a tack, and their short hair needs very little grooming.
- Boston Terrier
If you want a medium-sized dog that does not require extensive exercise or grooming, you should consider the Boston terrier. These dogs, which can weigh between 10 and 25 pounds, have sleek, short hair and have a friendly, lively temperament that makes them the perfect addition for families with children.
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