Questions about dogs in Albuquerque??? Dog people wanted :D (living, shelter) - Page 3 - City-Data Forum

Arcos · 06-26-2011, 11:50 PM

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Originally Posted by SunshineAlly

I already stated previous to your comment that it was not fair of me to generalize the breed based on my experiences.

Sorry Sunshine... I caught that later...

BlueRose · 06-29-2011, 08:23 AM

I think the Animal Humane suggestion was great! Personally, I have a German Shepherd- yes Granddaddy of them all, imported from Germany. Long story but she is the best dog I have ever had.

Terriers are great dogs but have a tendency to dig. I rescued one off the I-40 recently- she is very cute and small (9 pounds) but is smart and has figured out how to dig out from under my fence. I live by a busy road and currently she is at a friends who has a concrete fence. I just got her spayed and got all the shots but she may have to go up for adoption due to the fence issue. I have a huge fence and I cannot reinforce the entire fence.

Anyway, big dog or small dog, I have found living in New Mexico with a dog is easy and there are places to run a dog off leash. Keep in mind that it gets hot here in the summer so grooming of a small dog with a longer coat will be neccessary. You will also need to be aware of the heat and cold in the Winter and plan for your dog accordingly, like bringing the dog in and such.

Try googling dog breeds to get more information. If you do a rescue it will be a mixed breed but the information you get from your googling may help guide a decision. Good Luck!

Northanna_2001 · 07-01-2011, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Stanrice

Pit and pit mixes are high energy dogs, and owners need to get these dogs to release their energy in a constructive way. Having a pit or pit mix should never be the only reason that a dog is considered bad to take to a dog park. I have seen many at dog parks that were well behaved, even much more behaved than different "calmer" breeds of dogs.

I agree. It is the bad people that make these dogs behave badly; such as that famous football player that was arrested and was doing horrible things to his dogs. There is another name for those dogs. I think many of them get a bad rap. It is a very sad situation.

Northanna_2001 · 07-01-2011, 05:05 PM

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Originally Posted by RamblinRoseRanch

Labs are typically high energy dogs that need a job to do or else they can turn destructive. They also mature later than other breeds.

In my 62 years of experience, having had labradors all my life, labs are most definitely NOT high energy dogs. As puppies, they are most energetic. But after a year of age, they become very beta and are very laid back dogs.

Northanna_2001 · 07-01-2011, 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Arcos

BTW... here is my 'high energy' dog... she has some pit in her...

YouTube - ‪My dog rolls on a lawn, misses grass‬&rlm;

She is so cute! She likes her naps!

BlueRose · 07-01-2011, 08:15 PM

That video was too cute. Thanks! That made me laugh and smile.

She definitely wanted to just chill out on the grass, lazy daze in the Summer :-)

RamblinRoseRanch · 07-03-2011, 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Northanna_2001

In my 62 years of experience, having had labradors all my life, labs are most definitely NOT high energy dogs. As puppies, they are most energetic. But after a year of age, they become very beta and are very laid back dogs.

Yeah. That's why they're used for hunting. Their lack of energy....

massflorida · 07-04-2011, 09:57 PM

Some dogs can be fast, lazy couch potatos (Greyhounds...used for racing...but lazy as ****). Every lab I have met that wasn't a puppy seemed very calm and lazy.

Poncho_NM · 07-04-2011, 10:57 PM

My wife deals with Luvin' Labs you might look at their site, maybe call them or visit when you come to ABQ. Luvin Labs is a non profit organization whose goal is to find loving homes for labs through rescue and rehoming. Luvin Labs works with shelters and other rescue organizations throughout the state of New Mexico rescuing labs and lab crosses.

We have had labs for over 14 years and we would consider a lab again in the future. I have already stated that. I have a variety of canine experience. I am not an expert.

There are actually several breeds of Labs. All dogs and all breeds do not have the same temperament.

I am not going to argue about breeds on this forum. Any specific questions for me, please ask. In this forum, or in DM.

Rich

AlisonL · 07-05-2011, 03:56 PM

Go to a shelter and let a dog choose YOU!

Our German Shepherd mix came from Watermelon Mountain Ranch and I highly recommend WMR. They will take the time to help you get matched with the right dog. Since you are going to be in an apartment, you will want a low energy dog, and possibly one on the smaller side. Check out mixed breeds, they need love just as much as purebreds.

As for Labs, we only ever had one that was not active; and that was only because she had gotten old and stiff in her joints. Sure, they are not as hyper as a Heeler, but they are quite energetic and I wouldn't keep on in an apartment simply because they need more space.

Do not get a herding dog for apartment living as they definitely need a job and you will never tire them out. Had a guy one time insist he could tire out our Border Collie. Two hours later he was collapsed in a lawn chair and she was just getting started. LOL