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I want a small indoor dog, one with little health problems and isnt hard to train have any ideas?

im looking for a small indoor dog that has little health problems and isnt hard to train.

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1. yorkie poo. dacshund
2. Poodles are smart and don't shed.
3. lol. I don't mean to laugh, but this is a difficult one. The only thing that may fit your needs is a Maltese. Small dogs tend to have potty issues. Some never ever learn. And, because they have been bred as companion dogs, they can be VERY difficult to train. They often times just don't care. Health problems run rampant in little dogs - mostly because of those horrid backyard breeders and puppy mills. However, if you buy a dog whose parents have been fully screened for genetic problems in their breed, then the chances are much less likely that you'll encounter problems down the road. And, small dogs are quite breakable. Even the best bred dog can get into the chocolate or the rat poison or decide he can fly. Then, $2000 vet bill. If you don't want toy sized, then a smaller Sheltie may work. They are wonderful at learning training, often HATE to dirty the house, and are wonderful companions. However, they need alot of coat maintenance and a TON of exercise/work. Your best bet may be to visit http://www/petfinder.com and see if anything interests you. With an older dog (even 7-8 months), you should know if its potty trained (or if it has the potential to be). If you decide that you want to buy a puppy from a breeder, be sure to visit http://www.akc.org and follow the links to the dog's breed club. They'll give you lots of info as far as what to expect and hopefully, how to find a good breeder. Be sure a breeder follow EACH AND EVERY guideline from the AKC: http://www.akc.org/breeders/resources/guide_to_breeding_your_dog/index.cfm and from their breed club. If they don't, they are overbreeding and just want your money. NEVER buy from a person like this.
4. A dog is a living, breathing thing, so you should absolutely research your breed before you buy/adopt. For example, dachshunds are incredibly hard to train (I have 2), pugs get separation anxiety, etc. I'd say your best bet is to do tons of research and be honest with yourself about whether or not you're ready for the huge responsibility that having a dog entails.
5. Maybe a Pug or a Shih Tzu. They can have respitory problems. Anything small mixed with a poodle, like a dauch-a-poo, bich-a-poo, or even a Puggle(beagle/pug) may work
6. Dogs, large or small, are living beings, with no guarantees. Your best bet will be to go to a local rescue for small dogs. They can match you with a dog close to your requests.
7. I have a terrier mutt and he wasn't hard to train at all. Got him at 6 weeks old and only had a few mistakes for a couple weeks before being perfectly potty-trained. No accidents at all after that initial training period. I've talked to other dog owners and breeders and I was surprised that it wasn't uncommon with terriers. The only thing is that the dog NEEDS to be walked and played with ALOT.
8. How small? I have 2 miniature jack russells who are very clever dogs. I trained the first in under a week, have only just got the 2nd one! Good luck! Love your dog, she will love you for sure!
9. shih-tzu are good ones.. they get into everything(foodwise) but you can prevent that by training them and keeping an eye on them constantly. they are easy to train(give it a month time), very affectionate beings, and they dont bark too much.. they dont scratch(furnitures) too much also.. the only thing though is, they like their 'people' constantly around them, they dont like being left alone at any moment..
10. Everyone will have his or her favorites... The best way to find your own favorite breed is to meet as many different breeds as possible. Be careful though they are heartbreakers and if you lack self-discipline you will end up with a pup out of the first litter you visit. Another excellent way is a book I recommend to all that think of getting a dog. The title is: "the Perfect Match" A dog buyer's guide by Chris Walkowicz There are many books like it (I own a few), but the perfect match is the most accurate in their description of the personality and temperament of different breeds.
11. look for a maltese, chihuhua, orkie, or bishon frise
12. a jack russel they are great pets.