Akc Cavalier King Charles Spaniels
13 Apr 2008
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Which dog breed is better?
I'm a spohmore in college and I just got an apartment. I want to get an adult dog that's already house and leash trained. I know a bunch of rescue places for the 3 dog breeds I've decided on, but I can't pick which breed. I would have to leave it alone for 4-6 hours a day but it would have 2 or 3 walks each day. Which of these dog breeds are best for me?
Coton de Tulear
Papillon
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Please no links, I need personal experience, and I already took the AKC and eukanuba quiz and these were what I came up with.
Emily - my father has 2 purebred Cotons and they are both from the pound... I don't know why because they are so cute
I am not going to be a downer on the college thing, imo too many people are. Think on it really hard. I am actually a college student and I live with my own papillon in an apartment. I know many college kids with dogs- some are terrible owners and others are fantastic. Be realistic about your life and this dog. It's a lot of work, but it is not impossible. Nor do I think it's the worst time to get a dog. I am home a lot more often than most working people. I spend a lot of my free time with my dog and doing things with her. There are times I don't go out with my friends or I head home early to let her out. Yeah, you have to rearrange some but not all that much. She's also my study partner. She warms my lap while I read and study. We live in an apartment so she and I go for walks twice a day and we walk a few miles. My life is way way different with my dog now, but I wouldn't trade it for the world. And she is a very happy very adjusted little dog.
I really recommend spending quite a bit of time in your apartment before getting a dog. Get into the apartment routine (much different than dorms) and see how it works out. I was a junior when I got Summer. Getting an adult dog is really best as puppies are such a hassle- Summer was 4 when I bought her. It was an easy easy transition.
The note about a rescue possibly not adopting to you is very true though, unfortunately. I could not find a breed rescue that would adopt to me because I was a college student- and that's with breed AND showing experience. Many breed rescues have very strict rules involving children and fencing and things like that. Being young is never a plus. I also tried the shelter that I work at but they never got anything like I was looking for (I will admit I had very specific needs). Another option for an adult dog if the rescues don't pan out is to look at breeders and ask about a retired show dog or breeding dog. That's how Summer came here.
Now I've ranted and not answered the question lol! I love all the breeds really, but the coton would be out for me just based on grooming requirements. Cavs are known for a lot of health issues so I'd be a bit wary of that. The plus with the cavs is they're much calmer than the papillons and a bit larger. They're sweet sweet dogs and would make a great apartment dog. But of course I'd obviously pick the papillon.
From experience, paps are good apartment candidates, but they are super smart and very energetic. They to me will need a bit more work than the other breeds as far as wearing them down goes. My papillon is atypical in that she goes about the speed of a border collie pup on crack 24/7 lol. I've had 5 papillons before though so I know it's just her. Most are active dogs, but not hyperactive. They're snuggly but at the same time are more than ready for a run whenever they can get one. One major plus to me is that they are so smart. They can be trained in so many things and are so willing to please. The downside to this is that they need mental stimulation or they'll get bored. Whether that be games, trick training, or what (we do agility) they will need that time. They're very friendly dogs and very very affectionate. Mine love everyone they meet. To me there is no breed that is it's equal. They're really really cool little dogs. And loads of fun! They have a fantastic sense of humor.
BTW, another fun thing is to see if you can get involved in dog groups. I'm involved with the student therapy dog group and the student dog club as well. It's loads of fun.
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Help! Should I get this puppy?
I'm going to get a puppy soon, and I've picked up my race (AKC Cavalier King Charles Cocker Spaniel) and I researched a bit about it, but what worries me is that this specific breed is prone to many heart diseases and the like, should I consider getting another race? If I think I should get another race, you can suggest a small medium dogs? Thanks a lot! a Edit: Oh damn, I have the wrong name. Thanks to the person who told me Edit2 Yes, I know he has the wrong name, I do not know how to change it, but thank you very much for all the incredibly helpful replies guys!
So you do not have represented his race. All dogs may come with health problems regardless of race or mixture. Just be ready for that if it happens. That said, if a breed is prone to a health condition that does not means that all members understand that race.
Akc Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Q&A
Help! Should I get this puppy?
I'm going to get a puppy soon, and I've picked up my race (AKC Cavalier King Charles Cocker Spaniel) and I researched a bit about it, but what worries me is that this specific breed is prone to many heart diseases and the like, should I consider getting another race? If I think I should get another race, you can suggest a small medium dogs? Thanks a lot! a Edit: Oh damn, I have the wrong name. Thanks to the person who told me Edit2 Yes, I know he has the wrong name, I do not know how to change it, but thank you very much for all the incredibly helpful replies guys!
So you do not have represented his race. All dogs may come with health problems regardless of race or mixture. Just be ready for that if it happens. That said, if a breed is prone to a health condition that does not means that all members understand that race.
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