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Getting a dog for my 7 year old boy? Suggestions?
Posted on 7/18/20 at 2:23 pm
Posted on 7/18/20 at 2:23 pm
Right now I'm thinking about either a Lab or Golden retriever.
My boy is autistic (verbal) and from research it seemed labs and goldens pop up consistently at 1 and 2.
I've adopted a couple of dogs before but I was thinking about getting a purebred, but is there really a difference, and if so, what?
Thanks!
My boy is autistic (verbal) and from research it seemed labs and goldens pop up consistently at 1 and 2.
I've adopted a couple of dogs before but I was thinking about getting a purebred, but is there really a difference, and if so, what?
Thanks!
This post was edited on 7/18/20 at 2:24 pm
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Posted on 7/18/20 at 2:24 pm to Friedbrie
I have a purebred golden, great dogs. They just shed a lot. And have hip issues.
Get a Golden. You won’t regret it.
Get a Golden. You won’t regret it.
This post was edited on 7/18/20 at 2:25 pm
Posted on 7/18/20 at 2:24 pm to Friedbrie
Can’t recommend golden retrievers enough.
Posted on 7/18/20 at 2:24 pm to Friedbrie
Well get a purebred
Posted on 7/18/20 at 2:24 pm to Friedbrie
Cant go wrong with a lab
Poodles and golden doodles are also very smart and prob good with special needs kids
Poodles and golden doodles are also very smart and prob good with special needs kids
This post was edited on 7/18/20 at 2:25 pm
Posted on 7/18/20 at 2:25 pm to Friedbrie
Are you thinking about a puppy or adult?
Posted on 7/18/20 at 2:25 pm to Friedbrie
Golden retrievers are great with kids that have disabilities
Posted on 7/18/20 at 2:25 pm to Rougaroux
Puppy. Wanting him as a companion for my son.
Posted on 7/18/20 at 2:26 pm to Friedbrie
My pref is goldens, just get one with parents that have had OFAs tested as well as genetic tests. A lot of the stuff is preventable if the parents have been properly tested
Posted on 7/18/20 at 2:26 pm to Friedbrie
Newfoundland. Great with kids
Posted on 7/18/20 at 2:27 pm to Friedbrie
Goldens are the best
We adopted ours from a breeder. A lot of dogs puppies went on to be service dogs for special needs kids.
They are too smary
We adopted ours from a breeder. A lot of dogs puppies went on to be service dogs for special needs kids.
They are too smary
This post was edited on 7/18/20 at 2:29 pm
Posted on 7/18/20 at 2:32 pm to Friedbrie
The little boy next door is autistic (verbal) and the parents had a difficult time finding a dog that the son liked.
They went through a number of breeds before getting a beagle. They took the boy and dog to a special trainer that worked with emotional support animals.
They went through a number of breeds before getting a beagle. They took the boy and dog to a special trainer that worked with emotional support animals.
Posted on 7/18/20 at 2:34 pm to Friedbrie
We got a purebred golden when my son was 5. She’s been a great dog. Yes she sheds but not the worst if you keep them groomed. They’re smart, sweet, energetic but don’t get anxiety often if it’s a quiet day. She’s almost 2 years old now.
Posted on 7/18/20 at 2:37 pm to TigerFred
I ran across beagles and Newfoundlands doing research. My boy is affectionate (likes hugs) but will sometimes have meltdowns and deals with sensory issues. I was thinking a sturdy and calming dog might do well for him.
I noticed goldens are expensive but assume definitely worth it. I never met one I didn't like.
I noticed goldens are expensive but assume definitely worth it. I never met one I didn't like.
This post was edited on 7/18/20 at 2:41 pm
Posted on 7/18/20 at 2:39 pm to Cosmo
quote:
Cant go wrong with a lab
Had a variety of dogs all my life, never owned a lab until I was in my 40s.
Best damned dog I’ve ever owned.
Posted on 7/18/20 at 2:45 pm to Woolfman_8
quote:
Get a Golden. You won’t regret it.
We are on our second Golden. I fully agree.
Posted on 7/18/20 at 2:46 pm to Friedbrie
We have a wheaten terrier, and they are awesome. Hypo-allergenic, non-shedding, and I don’t think they are as hyperactive as goldendoodles. Ours is pretty energetic though 
they are great family dogs. They typically weigh 30-40lbs.
This is what they look like (they don’t look like most terriers)
they are great family dogs. They typically weigh 30-40lbs. This is what they look like (they don’t look like most terriers)
This post was edited on 7/18/20 at 2:50 pm
Posted on 7/18/20 at 2:47 pm to Friedbrie
Not sure if you’re open to other options, but GSD would be another suggestion to consider.
Posted on 7/18/20 at 2:49 pm to Friedbrie
Walker hound is my suggestion. I have had a number of breeds, but this one was the best family pet I have ever owned.
Good luck finding what you are looking for.
Good luck finding what you are looking for.
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