Should I buy a CC ?

[alpoimvc]

Hi,
I'm 19 now and I feel i'm finally responsible enough to have a dog since i always wanted one, so i looked up online for various dog breeds. What i'm looking for is a dog that doesn't bark much, is athletic so i can take him for some runs, doesn't shed and that is calm. Plus, my mom is home alone the entire day and she gets so lonely that i wanted to give her a companion.
I wanted a dutch shepperd or a Husky but they are so energetic that i'm afraid they would get too destructive and my parents would force me to give them away.
I'm able to take the dog for a walk at 6 a.m and 7 p.m but like i said, i dont have a yard.
However, I never had a dog before and a lot of people say that Corsos aren't for novice's and that they can't live in apartments.
I watched tons of dog training videos and I'm a big guy so I think i could handle the corso, but I'm afraid of what might happen. I love animals and I would be devastated if I had to give him away.
Anyone here with the same conditions can give some feedback ?
PS: No, i can't adopt one. I live in Portugal and there are almost no dogs here, especially Cane Corsos. I found some breeders though.
Thanks!

 

[DDSK]

Cane Corsos are usually not a good 1st dog.
They can be very difficult to train and control for someone without experiance.
They require a lot of attention, they want to live indoors, they require a lot of socialization they require a lot of discipline.
You wouldn't want a 60 kilo monster on your hands.
Better to start with something more mellow like a Labrador retriever or easily trained like a standard poodle in my opinion.
Sorry to burst your bubble but these dogs are no joke.

 

[Tramun1982]

As a first dog, I can recommend a Boxer. They are lovely, funny, familiar, and always ready to play and to make you happy.
The only thing you have to control is the activity. They are not lazy dogs, they are pretty energetic.
Regards

 

[alpoimvc]

Cane Corsos are usually not a good 1st dog.
They can be very difficult to train and control for someone without experiance.
They require a lot of attention, they want to live indoors, they require a lot of socialization they require a lot of discipline.
You wouldn't want a 60 kilo monster on your hands.
Better to start with something more mellow like a Labrador retriever or easily trained like a standard poodle in my opinion.
Sorry to burst your bubble but these dogs are no joke.

I'm sad to hear that I wouldn't mind wasting an 30min/1h everyday to train the dog, and I know the basics of socialization and how to be the alpha. But yeah, i've never done it myself and only watched it in TV Shows and youtube videos...
Oh well, I don't like labradors much and I heard boxers can have a lot of medical conditions. Times are tough in my country right now so I cant afford going to the vet much.
Do you know any other medium sized dog that can do well in apartments and isn't too lazy ?

 

[Liz_M]

I never thought I would like Labradors much as I've always preferred herding and working breeds, but I have a 7-year-old black Lab and he is a really wonderful dog. Mellow enough to lie around all day but enough energy to go for walks and runs and to the lake and a very stable temperament.
I also agree that a CC or any large working/guardian type dog would be a bad idea for either a first dog or an apartment dog.
My first dog as a young adult was a blue heeler mix * possibly some Rottweiler, possibly some Lab, we never knew * and he was just fantastic. Probably would have had too
much energy for an apartment though. Most of your working/herding breeds are going to need more than what it sounds like you could provide at this time. Would you consider a mixed breed? If you were in the US I'd suggest a “retired racer” Greyhound, aka 60 mph couch potatoes.

 

[alpoimvc]

I never thought I would like Labradors much as I've always preferred herding and working breeds, but I have a 7-year-old black Lab and he is a really wonderful dog. Mellow enough to lie around all day but enough energy to go for walks and runs and to the lake and a very stable temperament.
I also agree that a CC or any large working/guardian type dog would be a bad idea for either a first dog or an apartment dog.
My first dog as a young adult was a blue heeler mix * possibly some Rottweiler, possibly some Lab, we never knew * and he was just fantastic. Probably would have had too
much energy for an apartment though. Most of your working/herding breeds are going to need more than what it sounds like you could provide at this time. Would you consider a mixed breed? If you were in the US I'd suggest a “retired racer” Greyhound, aka 60 mph couch potatoes.

It's not that i don't like labradors, everyone likes them. My country has few dogs, but most of them are labradors or small dogs x) .Maybe a pharaoh hound or a basenji would be nice, but they are too hard to get in Portugal. I really like muscular or athletic dogs. What about a dogo argentino, or a dutch shepperd? I like most spitz too but they shed a lot and can be hard to train from what i hear.

 

[Lisa P]

CC shed a lot too and drool! Mine is sensitive to the heat and would not be a good dog for running because he would over heat,they can be very stubborn and have selective hearing. I would not recommend a CC to a first time dog owner.

 

[season]

No


Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

 

[season]

No.


Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

 

[karennj]

You are going to have to deal with shedding unless you get a poodle! The other thing is you are in a transition period and now may not be the best time to get a dog. I am sure you will want to move out soon and your new place may not allow dogs. Your job may require you to be out of the house long periods of time. I personally would get yourself settled and then get a dog. A lab and shepherd are going to shed like crazy.

 

[Boxergirl]

As a first dog, I can recommend a Boxer. They are lovely, funny, familiar, and always ready to play and to make you happy.
The only thing you have to control is the activity. They are not lazy dogs, they are pretty energetic.
Regards

As a boxer owner for over 20 years, and someone that did boxer rescue for a number of those years, I would absolutely NOT recommend a boxer. They are not a breed that I suggest to many people, because they are high maintenance and require a lot of patience and consistency. Of course all dogs do, but a boxer's sheer exhuberance and joy often get the better of them and teaching self control is a must. They have many health issues, their brains aren't delivered until they are at least three years old, and their insides are made of springs. They are almost always "on" and can be very overwhelming.

 

[karennj]

Not sure if you can get them but look into Black and tan coonhound, bull terrier, chesapeak bay retriever, plott, American Staffordshire terrier.

 

[Th0r]

I don't think any Mastiff breed is a good first dog.
Although mine has been a joy to own for the fact that he is laid back and non destructive, I sometimes wish I could train the Guardian out of him especially when someone is at the door!
They take that job seriously and believe that they have to screen the stranger before contact with the master and that gets tiresome sometimes!

Sent from my SM-G920W8

 

[alpoimvc]

American Staffordshire Terrier looks interesting. Is this a pitbull or a different breed? Also, i haven't got any feedback on the dutch shepperd: i know i'll have to go to a specific fórum for more details.

 

[alpoimvc]

One curious thing is that everyone who owns a certain breed tells me not to get that breed lol.
On the shepperd forum they told me that they are too energetic and need a good training, on the mastiff forum you guys told me they are not good for beginners, on the terrier forums they told me i shouldn't get one because they chase everything, need tons of exercise and can be dangerous.
I'm kinda stuck here and beginning to think everyone overestimate their dogs

 

[Th0r]

Terriers are a headache in a small package and will chase anything and everything that moves. Shepards have tonnes of drive and need lots of exercise. Mastiff breeds in general are super stubborn and can be very dominant. It also doesn't help that they are big and strong and will get their way if you can't control them.
Try looking for breeds that are laid back or need less exercise. English Bulldog comes to mind.

Sent from my SM-G920W8

 

[tlov]

I agree an English Bulldog could be a good choice. I have had Basset Hounds for years. They could be a good option too. They can be stubborn but they are very nice dogs and friendly. They don't require tons of exercise but I always took mine for a long walk each evening and they loved it. Being hounds they will try to chase things but they didn't need much training to walk well on leash.


Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

 

[Th0r]

Yeah Basset Hounds are nice. My buddy has 2 and while dumb as door knobs, they have character and are very friendly!

Sent from my SM-G920W8

 

[tlov]

Yeah Basset Hounds are nice. My buddy has 2 and while dumb as door knobs, they have character and are very friendly!

Sent from my SM-G920W8

Our female was much smarter than our male was. She is an expert at playing dumb and having selective hearing though. I've always said she's smarter than she looks. Her brother however not so much, lol. But we loved him like crazy. He was our first baby before we had kids.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

 

[karennj]

If you didn't mind shedding I would totally recommend a male greater swiss mountain dog. That is my other breed. Amazing dogs but have a double coat. They are alert dogs/guardian but not protective. Not as stubborn as a mastiff. Large and powerful but gentle. They will act tough but they are not. Mine and my friends are therapy dogs. Medium activity level, loyal but not shadows, great with kids usually.