I am scared of dogs, and going to get one to face my fears, what's the best dog to get?

I know it's stupid, but ever since I was little I was afraid of dogs. Still am, and it's getting annoying. I want to get a dog so I can try not to be scared of them anymore & get use to them. What's the best dog to get? Please no mean comments either!

Get a Collie puppy.

German Shepherds are my favorite. Or a ChiOr a terrier mix. Poodles are cool. Just go scout the puppies and see like people who you click with.

labrador or greyhound

Everyone's to their own, but personally I love my Siberian Husky Had him since he was a puppy now he's 3-years-old, but he's big. From my experience with him they never bark, run around ecstatically or annoy you, they're very intelligent and beautiful dogs which love attention and going for walks or runs (especially in the snow). But hey, it's up to you - you may not like big dogs or quiet dogs

I don't think you should get one just yet. If you have a friend or family member who has a dog, ask them if you can play with them for a few minutes and give them treats. When you feel comfortable, stay with the dog longer and then when you face your fears, then get a dog.ADD: For a first time owner, don't get a husky. I would suggest something that suits your lifestyle. Look up dog breeds that you think will fit you. Since I don't know your lifestyle, I can't help you with a dog breed

Go with a small dog like a Yorkshire Terrier (spelling?). They are small mostly quiet and friendly so they are an easy dog to start off with. If you really want to face your fear, get a German shepherd, they're great dogs and loving. You may want to get it as a puppy first so you have a developed relationship with the dog and it's behavior won't surprise you when it is bigger and louder. Best of Luck to you!!

A chihuahua would likely be the least terrifying of any dog, seeing as many of them are very unlikely to hurt a person.

It's okay, a lot of people are scared of dogs, it's not a rare thing. We've all had that moment coming up the street and a dogs started barking behind a fence. The dogs people are most scared of is probably Staffordshire Terriers and big dogs like Alsasions or Labradors.What you have to realise is it's not the dog, it's the way it's been brought up. If you were brought up being beaten all the time, it would affect your upbringing, yes? So every ferocious dog has either been attacked or had a rough time earlier on in life. So I guess what I'm trying to say is it doesn't matter what kind of dog you get; if you raise it right from a puppy it'll be a loving and caring best friend. If you're wanting to take one in from a shelter or pound then I'd talk to someone who works there to get expert advice about your fear and they can find the right dog for you.Hope I helped!- LaurenToTheCore

Rather than jumping in at the deep end and getting a dog that may well end up in a kennel because you fail to overcome your fear, perhaps it would be better to consider doing volunteer work at a dog rescue like the pdsa or rspca. This will give you lots of contact with dogs in an environment where there are people who know what they are talking about abd can help you learn about them. You may even find one there that you fall in love with and end up taking home. And tbh, if you don't have enough free time to help out in a place like that, you don't have enough free time to be able to properly look after a dog anyway, and will just be causing yourself problems by getting one.

pomeranian, or another small bread of dog like this that doesnt have a short temper

Don't get a small dog sure they r cute but they are more likely to bite, maybe a shepherd they are great and loyal. Or something big and low matence, husky hates being groomed and is high energy so lots of work. Good luck! My mom was always afraid of dogs so for Christmas I got her a German shepherd and she loves her she is puppy.

I would start by spending time with other dogs. Hang out with friends who have well behaved dogs. But, if you still want to get one, I would go to the shelter and find an older, mellow, well behaved dog. Probably a medium sized dog would be best. Often these dogs end up there when their elderly owners pass away, instead of problem dogs.I work with a guy who is scared of dogs. He hadn't touched a dog in 10 years. The first dog he was brave enough to pet was my 70lb Pit Bull mix.

Please do your research. Search dog breed information and go on the Iams website for their dog breed comparer. You can compare up to 4 breeds side by side and they tell you their energy level, grooming and exercise requirements, their usual temperament, trainability etc, all the things you Have to know when getting a dog. Pick the one that fits your lifestyle best. If you want a small dog, which you might since your afraid, get a poodle perhaps. They are one of The smartest dogs. Or, if you want a big dog, try a golden retriever, as they are usually sweet and good as first time dogs. Also, you could go to your shelter and find a mix of a couple dogs (ones that you've read about beforehand) and adopt that dog. You also have to decide if you want a Puppy that takes A lot of work and training, but it may help you bond with the dog so you won't be afraid. Or if you want to get an older dog maybe 1 to 2 years old so they may be calmer and less in the puppy stage.

None till you have got over your fear. Dogs can sense fear and will see you as weak and not as a packleader so will take that role meaning that you will end up with a dog that has serious behaviour issues and very likely aggression towards you . To get over a fear of dogs you shouldn't get one but get out and about and meet freindly one to start building your confedence. Don't you have any family or freinds with dogs you could interact with. What would you do if you got a dog and instead of the fear getting better it got worse dogs aren't items to be disposed of they are living ,breathing with feeling.

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE DONT GET A DOG!!....your impulse buying, please go to your local vets.... have a chat with them about attending some puppy classes first... most vets have puppy socialisation classes... explain to the vet of your phobia and i'm sure they wouldnt mind you coming along empty handed, you'll hopefully get over your phobia and meet some lovely pooches and people along the way...and ONLY THEN if you still fancy being a dog owner please come back here for breed recommendations

A labrador is very playful and loyal to have.Terriers are nice too.It all depends on what you like.

To be honest getting a dog yet would be a big mistake, but that's my opinion, maybe some of your friend have nice, sociable dogs you could get to know first, or maybe even a rescue center, if you explained to them your fears I'm sure they could introduce you to a few dog's that won't worry you, that way you could ease yourself into it, and not throw yourself in at the deep end, all dog's are different and you could really help yourself by firstly learning about how to look after a dog and everything that goes with it, that way, if you feel a little more at ease you could maybe then get a dog of your own, hope this helps.

Honestly I'd go to the local rescue centre and have a look at the adult dogs they have. Because you're still nervous around dogs it would mean that you can get get to know the dog's personality to get more comfortable with it before you take it home, and adult dogs are more predictable. It sounds strange, but I'd go with a medium-sized to big dog, as they tend to be calmer and more docile. If big dogs are scarier, though, then I'd try to find the calmest small dog you can. Again, I would look in a rescue centre to see which dogs are calm and less threatening to you.If you're looking for a specific breed, I would recommend a rescue greyhound (not that I'm biased ). People think of them as hyper dogs, but they actually spend a lot of the day in bed... it depends on how scared you are of dogs, though, as they are very big. Look up which breeds would suit your lifestyle, you don't want to end up with a dog that doesn't!NOTE: If you do get a puppy, remember that not all dogs of the same breed have the same personality. Just because labradors are generally calm, it doesn't mean that ALL will be. It's worth bearing that in mind.

If you are scared of dogs then the worst thing you can do is get a dog. You need to face your fears by working with a therapist that specializes in this area. This is something that you can get over but you need to do it very slowly and in a very structured and secure setting.You need to discover why you are afraid and work through your fear and only when the time is right should you face this by working with someone who can help you on a personal level. There are some people that think just by visiting or volunteering in a shelter, etc. that it can be overcome but I think it is more deep rooted.Take your time - don't rush into this. Find the support you need. You need to find the reason you are afraid - may be something simple but at the moment you don't know that. Good luck!