Should I buy a CC ?

[karennj]

My friend breeds bulldogs and she said do a lot of research before jumping into that breed. They need lots of obedience training and a strong leader just like a mastiff.

Do they have rescue organizations there? Instead of worrying about the breed I would find the right dog. Email the rescues and tell them what your looking for (short hair, easy going personality, medium activity, medium to large size, younger age, etc). Explain your family life and let them recommend dogs for you to see.

 

[CaneCorsoCassius15]

I would not get a cane for my first dog. They are great companions and family members, they are a joy to have but they are strong, intelligent, and will test you as much as they can. I am not a professional trainer but have had many large dogs and just got my first CC and he is a blast but he is alot of responisibility. We train him different then his fur sister and its because he has boundries that he is learning all about. If you do get one, Be confident, be consistant with rules and boundries and have fun with him/her in training they love to please us owners. Never give them anyting without earning it even if its little things like just sitting and laying down cassius loves to show off how smart he is and he learns fast. I have found it helpful to do new tricks every week to keep him from being distructive! Good Luck!

 

[Th0r]

But at least the English Bulldog isn't big so they are easier to handle since they rarely exceed 60 lbs!

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[karennj]

very true! Every dog can be a nightmare if the proper time isn't put in. You just need to find a dog that matches the lifestyle of your family. Too many people get a dog based on looks but then it ends up being too hyper, too protective, too aloof, etc. Be very realistic with the time you have to put in to training and caring for the dog. Match the dog to what you are capable of doing. You can get any dog you want really if you are prepared to do the work. Maybe instead of asking if a corso is the ok for a beginner you should just ask for the good and the bad and be honest with yourself if it is a good match.

 

[karennj]

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.

Yes, people refer to them as pitbulls. Pitbulls can be serious dogs as well but are smaller and more manageable. We have a few at our practice and they are all very good patients. My sister has a female and she is a total love bug. They need a good amount of exercise as young adults or they will drive you nuts. If they aren't banned there look into them. Just purchase from a good breeder, make sure the parents are mellow and tell the breeder you want an easier pup.

 

[TWW]

Any mastiff breed as a first dog, is a issue waiting to happen.
Do people get a mastiff breed as there first dog and it works out? Sure. but 9 times out of 10, no it does not. That's a lot of rehomed dogs/PTS dogs.

Do not know of any members on this board who are first time dog owners, or did not grow up with dogs.

You seem to be looking to much at the extreme's breed wise.

 

[Liz_M]

One thing nobody has addressed: The OP still lives at the parents' home, and the daytime caretaker will be the mom alone in an apartment. Is that correct?


Seems to me Mom,and also Dad, need to be part of this decision. A puppy is going to need a LOT of attention and potty breaks and interaction besides the OP's notion that short walks at 6 am and 7 pm will suffice. Mom better realise she's going to be a full-time puppy wrangler. Is she OK with this?

I also agree that a pit bull or Am staff could be a really good choice!

 

[Hector]

I suggest you adopt a dog or try to foster one and see how it works out. For a first time dog, I really suggest an adult or older dog. They are usually past the destructive stage and are potty trained and are just more mellow- more mature and a personality that's already developed and predictable. My old, old dog can lay around all day sleeping and she can hold her potty for more than 12 hrs plus. My adult dog was mellow, but can definitely match my activity needs from doing nothing all day to being outdoors all day.

Are there any shelter programs in your area?

 

[Hector]

Do not know of any members on this board who are first time dog owners, or did not grow up with dogs.

You seem to be looking to much at the extreme's breed wise.

Actually, I'm one of those first time dog owners. I never had dogs nor was I allowed to, but I did volunteer at a shelter when I was in college for a couple of years. After I got my own place, I took the old female in. I adopted a belgian shep mix and then 3 months later I bought Hector and Hector was definitely the most work not because he was a puppy, but because his personality was something else.

 

[season]

I wouldn't advise getting a boxer either as a first dog.


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[alpoimvc]

One thing nobody has addressed: The OP still lives at the parents' home, and the daytime caretaker will be the mom alone in an apartment. Is that correct?


Seems to me Mom,and also Dad, need to be part of this decision. A puppy is going to need a LOT of attention and potty breaks and interaction besides the OP's notion that short walks at 6 am and 7 pm will suffice. Mom better realise she's going to be a full-time puppy wrangler. Is she OK with this?

I also agree that a pit bull or Am staff could be a really good choice!

Yeah i thought a lot about that. I wouldnt want my mom involved with anything except a walk now and then. I would do all the training myself. The fact that my mom is home I consider a plus because she can avoid the dog destroying stuff and not being lonely.

 

[alpoimvc]

Yes, people refer to them as pitbulls. Pitbulls can be serious dogs as well but are smaller and more manageable. We have a few at our practice and they are all very good patients. My sister has a female and she is a total love bug. They need a good amount of exercise as young adults or they will drive you nuts. If they aren't banned there look into them. Just purchase from a good breeder, make sure the parents are mellow and tell the breeder you want an easier pup.

I might consider this. It's not as big as a mastiff, not as lazy as a english bulldog and not as hyperactive as a boxer.
I'll keep looking for breeds on this spectrum

 

[alpoimvc]

Thanks a lot for the feedback, seriously
After reading what you all said, and despite my confidence, maybe i'll have another dog first.
I narrowed my possibilities a lot, but there are just so many breeds that i don't know where to start.

Pitbulls seem pretty balanced on everything, i'll just have to check on regulations here and how "safe" are they.
I like sheperds a lot but due to the activity level may not be the best choice: i'll keep looking for apartment-sheperd reports.
Boxers just seem too hyper for me and I don't like the fact they have bad health.
Lazy dogs like english bulldogs or basset hounds are out of the Picture. I want a medium-activity dog but one that can handle a long run once in a while and I also enjoy watching an athletic dog.
Greyhounds and pharaoh hounds seem like a possibilty, but im not sure i like the way they look (i know i shouldn't care much about this but if i'll have the dog for 10+ years I want him to be pretty).
Labradors are just so common around here that i was trying to avoid them, but they might be another solution for my first dog.

Right now i have a cane corso vídeo playing and damn... i just love that dog *sad face* .... oh well.
If you guys can give me some other suggestions i would be really appreciated

 

[karennj]

I think you are being very wise in your decision! Do they have dog shows anywhere near you? That would be a fantastic way to meet all the breeds and talk to breeders.

 

[alpoimvc]

I think you are being very wise in your decision! Do they have dog shows anywhere near you? That would be a fantastic way to meet all the breeds and talk to breeders.

Not that i know of. I'll try to talk to someone that knows about breeds around here

 

[NYDDB]

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I worked for a man that had three of them (not all at the same time.) They are athletic and beautiful, but do require a lot of exercise. They are sensitive and will not generally challenge your authority.

Or maybe one of the other sporting type breeds (Weimaraner, Pointers, etc.). They can be fun, and active dogs.

 

[Max's mom]

How about a mutt from the pound? Some of them are the best dogs. Currently my parents have a catahoula leopard x golden mix who was about 6 when they got him. He is the king of the neighborhood and the entire development now walks their dogs in pack form at 630 am and again at 330. They take them swimming and when they have parties, doggies are invited. It's the best thing that every happened to that dog, my parents and the neighborhood. Please involve your mom in the choice as she will be providing much of the care. Resentment is an awful thing and if she is unhappy with the dog or situation, the dog will know. The dog will need love and love and love as well as training and food. If she can't love it, nothing will work out.

 

[Roughcollie]

I commend you for listening (reading) and taking to heart as to how you are being guided. I wanted another BM or possibly a EM as My Collie was getting older. I took into consideration the fact that I am 65 and work part time. Husband hs had one surgery after another. Two of witch being cancer. I would have gotten an older dog but I would have needed to know dogs past. I was worried about an older dog with my senior cat. I have read many rescues are angels for a month or so. They then turn into varying degrees of problems. Yes I know any dog is a gamble. Due to my age, life siton and so on I chose a Chocolate Lab. He is working out beautifully. He is gentle with feeble old hissy cat. His big siss is a 90lb Roughtcollie 5 1/2 yr Lab 14 months. Collie is very dominant.

My young Lab is strong at only 73lbs. I imagine your parents are maybe 40's and fit enough to handle the larger dog. This is very involved decision for all of you to make. I appreciate your are mature in this matter

I have also had Shelties BARKERS as are Collie. My Lab is so much smarter than my collie. Big difference from me with 70lb small Lab to 150 to 200 lb dog.

I have been blessed all my dogs have been super. I sure do note this upon reading forums, radio personality advice, Utube friends and so on.

My prayers are with you in your decision.

 

[alpoimvc]

I'll be taking your advice and i'll ask my mom and sister who will be involved even if they don't want to because we'r ein the same house, and i'll take in consideration their opinion.
I'll probably go for a dutch Sheperd/Lab/Pitbull but i'll keep looking for more dogs that can adap to my lifestyle.
Thank you all for your help!