Suggested Dog Breed for Family?
Hello. I am really wanting to get a dog, and I thought it would be great to get the dog for my mom's coming up birthday as a really impressive and great gift (she will be turning 50). We've been researching dog types for some 3 months now, and there are so many breeds and different details to the breeds that we cannot agree to what we want. Background of my family. We're a family of three, my parents and I, me being 16. We have two cats. Our cats can easily get associated with a dog, i am sure of it, although the start will be a little awkward/rough for them (as to be expected) so we were aiming to get a puppy. This way they can get associated and become good friends. :) The cats shouldn't be a problem, but then the dog needs to get along with our cats. My mom wants a dog on the smaller side, so does my dad. However, my mom has been suggesting King Charles and Cockalier Spaniels. Not to be rude, but I want a dog that is kind of cool. For me, the main thing I want is for our dog to be smart and the big requirement is for me to be able to go running with our dogs. Jumping is a no no, but my research has led to the main reason of jumping being excitement and such, but if it is a jumping type of dog we won't be that happy. The dog can't have big health problems. We don't need a dog with kidney issues and such, so we don't want a dog with such issues typically. We will get our dog from a breeder, keep that in mind. Thanks for reading this question. I know it's really long, but to get a serious answer you need all the facts and details. I was thinking Black Lab or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, but I don't know what would be the perfect fit for our quiet little family. We live in PA, by the way. :) THANKS FOR YOUR TIME! I really appreciate it.
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