what poo mix is best for young children if any?

pitlove

Ok. so we are looking to get a toy dog - something small, something that doesn't shed, hopefully doesn't bark, that we can make a family indoor pet. We have an 18 month old daughter and are planning on having more. I grew up with lhasa apso and remember her being very affectionate...i was looking into the poo mixes (for that non-shedding quality) and wanted to get some opinions from people who already own one. Any suggestions? Thanks

PooGirl13 · Senior Member Joined: 19 Mar 2004 Posts: 677

Hi!

Take a look at this website link:

http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/poodlemix.htm

I hope it helps a little and I'm sure you'll get responses from others who already have poos Very Happy

MyBabyShihPoo · Posted: Mon Apr 05, 2004 7:57 pm Post subject:

PooGirl provided a great site to look at the various poo mixes!

I have two shih-poos, both are EXCELLENT dogs in every sense (of course I am probably a bit biased Wink

). Since you mentioned that you have a little one, I should probably mention that my two shih-poos just ADORE children, so that would probably be a definite plus for you. Also, they shed VERY, and I mean VERY, little. In addition to all that, they do indeed make for an excellent family pet. They have a charming, happy-go-lucky type of personality, and are always willing to fill that empty spot on your lap! BUT, you mentioned wanting a quiet dog, and well...mine definitely aren't! They surely don't bark so much that it is to the point of annoying, but they do like to exercise those vocal cords of theirs. Mr. Green

There are lots of poo owners on this board, so I am sure they will have their opinion as well!

Good luck on your search for that perfect poo!

Alabamamom1 · Posted: Mon Apr 05, 2004 8:09 pm Post subject:

Well, I am not sure which would be best, but I have a maltipoo and I would not say they are the best for small children. In fact if you follow the link to the dog breed info, it says just that. Maltipoos do better w/ older, more considerate children. --I guess it just depends on the individual dog. I have heard that a Shichon (Shih tzu/Bichon) are good w/ small children and I believe both are nonshedding. Just a thought.

pitlove · Posted: Mon Apr 05, 2004 8:23 pm Post subject: thanks

MyBabyShihPoo · Posted: Mon Apr 05, 2004 8:58 pm Post subject:

Kristine · Member Joined: 06 Apr 2004 Posts: 47

My cousin had a lhasa poo that she got when her oldest daughter was about 4. The dog got along fine with her daughter and daughters friends. However, when she had a baby about 4 years later--the lhasa poo did not get along with the baby. It growled whenever the baby was on the floor near it. They ended up giving away the dog as my cousin did not want to take any chances. I dont think the dog was around babies although it was around young children quite frequently and had no trouble with them.

MonsterBailey · Super Senior Member Joined: 19 Mar 2004 Posts: 1280

Pitlove,

My shihpoo is awesome with kids!!!

I have nieces and nephews that range from 1 - 18 and he does awesome. He has been around them since we brought Bailey home.... in fact my youngest nephew was a little wild in the beginning (didn't know the difference between pet and POUND.... Angel

hehe)... and Bailey did great! Bailey even got stepped on a couple of times and never once snapped at anyone (which, would have been WARRANTED hehehe.... but still not condoned Shame on you

). It's funny, his favorite is my 18 year old and 2 year old nephews! Smile

So it's definitely not a 'size' thing. Silenced

Bailey absolutely adores kids! He is very friendly with all the kids that we see -- especially on walks when kids walk up to him and want to pet him. Pray

In my opinion, obviously, the way you raise them will make more of a difference than the breed/mix is..... Smile

(altho, I agree the breed/mix is important too)

bellasmommy · Senior Member Joined: 20 Mar 2004 Posts: 489

MonsterBailey · Super Senior Member Joined: 19 Mar 2004 Posts: 1280

I should have mentioned that Bailey is not much of a barker either... Don't get me wrong, he'll bark when he should -- doorbell, other noises in backyard, etc..... but he is actually pretty good about yappin/barkin!

ilovemaltipoos · Posted: Wed Apr 07, 2004 2:32 am Post subject:

I have never had a problem with my maltipoos being anything but good with kids of all ages .Never had anyone say they were not or I would say that .Alot has to do with how they are raised ...They should be with mom until at least 7 weeks or longer if possible and then go through the I am afraid stage before ever being placed and any pet (no matter what type ) should be supervised with younger children ,that is a given .
It stands to reason if a puppy is hurt it will growl or bite back out of fear .,pain ..So if picked up by the tail or neck or leg ,....well.....it is hurting ...I would bite too ...and more ,then the puppy feels and remembers pain and will more than apt be more agressive toward children .My advice is ...supervise any child until the child and puppy both can adapt and understand one is not to harm another .Supervision is the key ...

MyBabyShihPoo · Posted: Wed Apr 07, 2004 2:46 am Post subject:

MonsterBailey & Bellasmommy~

I have always been curious as to whether other shih-poos are talkative like mine or not, so I am glad you two brought it up in your posts. Most shih-poo owners that I have personally spoken with say that their shih-poos are pretty vocal (not to the point of annoying though), but since I have only spoken with a few shih-poo owners, I have always wanted to hear from more shih-poo owners on what their shih-poos were like in that regard.

Interesting to hear! Very Happy

poodlechic101 · New member Joined: 07 Apr 2004 Posts: 3

My toy poodle puppy LOVES children. She is great with sister and brother. Biscuit is a little talker. She doesn`t really bark, just whine(maybe just a puppy thing?) Hope this helps!

poodlechic101 Very Happy

Trixiepoo · Member Joined: 12 Apr 2004 Posts: 292

my SHIH A POO is really friendly and gets along with everyone she is also very smart. Shih a poo's r hair dogs and my mom who is allergic is fine with her she also sheds very little and is very good 4 a first dog

Surprised

Jas · Moderator Joined: 16 Mar 2004 Posts: 774 Location: Canada

You could try looking at different mixed breeds on Petfinder www.petfinder.com There you will find plenty of dogs of all ages in need of a home Your the best

sandangel · Member Joined: 22 Mar 2004 Posts: 22

I have Cockapoo, Lhasapoo, Shihpoo, Shih tzu and Chihuahuas and used to have a Maltipoo. I think Maltipoos are doll babies but in my opinion a bit more on the delicate side for young children. The cockapoos seem to be real barkers.The Shihpoos and Lhasapoos bark less but I have to put mymoney on ths Shih tzu for the one I like best as far as barking goes. They are the least vocal of all my dogs and also make great pets . i have toddlers and older children and they do great with them. I also really don't have hardly any shedding from them. peekapoo's are also very good but like the other poo mixes tend to be barky sometimes. Laughing

ilovemaltipoos · Posted: Fri Apr 16, 2004 4:51 am Post subject:

One thing Maltipoos are not is delicate ,at least not mine .They can jump straight up at least 4 ft seems like .Cleo can clear the 16 ' den in one leap and Sammy talkes steps three to 5 at a time ..i have never seen one that wasn't agile ,even my Callie that weighs in at 5 lbs ,she can clear a room when needed to .I think they get it from the Poodle ..Jump and run like the wind !

sandangel · Member Joined: 22 Mar 2004 Posts: 22

I said delicate meaning more fragile then the other breeds . This is not the same as saying they aren't agile.

pitlove · Posted: Mon Apr 19, 2004 9:07 pm Post subject: BAILEY - YORKIE POO

So we went with a yorkie poo. She's 12 weeks old and so far so good. The breeder had here around other dogs and kids so that was a plus for us. I'll post pics on dogster whenever i get my dig camera working again.

any tips on potty training? she HATES the crate. I think she may have some separation issues already. she cries VERY Loudly for such a little pup if she can't get to us right away...i think it also might have to do with her being in a new place so i'm giving her a little leeway on that one. Tahnks so much for everyones advice! Smile

ilovemaltipoos · Posted: Tue Apr 20, 2004 1:33 am Post subject:

Yorkiepoos are loud little creatures ,that is for sure ! More than apt is anxiety ...watch her and give her a little hooney each day on your finger to keep that sugar up .
Glad you found your baby ..Hope all goes well for you and her ...Send us picts !

You can page me if I am needed

LOL !