Labs and goldens are the best! Cavs too!

@pawsandclaws12

10 ай бұрын

I wanted to get a cavalier as my first dog but I found out that they have a lot of health problems so I went with a bichon frise instead and I think they're awesome

@musicobsessive123

9 ай бұрын

​@@pawsandclaws12i have a cavalier/japanese chin mix and havent experienced the stereotypical cavalier heart problems with our 12 y/o baby so far! she has had other health issues (lyme, etc, unrelated to genetics) but she is just such an angel i would definitely recommend getting a cavalier mix, the sweetheart personality really shines through

My golden retriever has been the easiest of all my dogs to train.

One breed I never hear you mention is the rough collie. These dogs make amazing and very loyal pets.

@Hi.b.

9 ай бұрын

They do make good pets but they need a lot of attention (a lot ) and extremely consistent training . Plus all that fur probably needs to be constantly groomed . But it does seem like a lovely dog

@joannecollins1818

9 ай бұрын

Often, the personality is what we go after in a dog. The hair factor isnt really considered, BUT should be if you dont like to spend time with grooming. I had a husky collievmix. Great personality. That was the reason i took him. The grooming was a big chore. I loved the dog immensely but told myself that next time, grooming needs will be on the list when evaluting for my next pet.

My first dog spoiled me😂 I thought all dogs are like him. He was smart, friendly and just the best dog human can have. I didn't trained him. I was 8 when I got him as a birthday gift. He was walking without leash his whole life, he was really well behaved for the (almost) 21 years of his life. Then I adopted another mix and I found out that I was lucky with.... Lucky(1st dog)😅

I have two Labradors but workline… never had such difficult dogs 😅

@bmxriderforlife1234

10 ай бұрын

People always forget that working line labs are literally little drivey beasts. Great dogs but totally different from show line.

@deefee701

10 ай бұрын

Until Will explained it i could never understand why some labs were crazy and some just perfect company. Now i can see my friend's lab just wants a job.

@boo12117

9 ай бұрын

Don’t get me wrong. Workline Labs are very lovely dogs too. But its way more difficult to handle their energy.

@elinannestad5320

8 ай бұрын

how can you tell?

I have a pitbull lab mix and he’s the best dog ever. Extremely affectionate, loves people, low energy so loves cuddles but still likes his daily walks and going on adventures, and he has never had any behavior issues (besides being aggresive with his kisses and whacking people with his tail when he’s happy).

My first dog is an American Pit/Corso: Big, shimmering brown coat, smart, stubborn, lap dog. Not recommended for 1st time owners I read but from 6 weeks to 1 year and 105lb. later, he’s been a total blessing, my best man, JB!

I TOTALLY agree!!👍

I got a mutt for my first dog it’s an Australian shepherd poodle mix very smart energetic dogs

Needed this

Thank you Will! Hands down best on line trainer etc . I recently trained my English Mastiff to STOP doing PAW for treats, and he’s on his way to not offering his “Mike Tyson PAW” as I call it any more. I’ll let y’all know how it works but also his nipping is curbed too. It’s basically training yourself! So it’s been difficult to say the least as I am crazy AF. Lol. Awesome channel and definitely workable tips that anyone can do with patience and practice. Common sense be damned I’m still learning life at 50 years old! Lol

Always had labs, love my fox red Spud most affectionate well behaved boy. Feel like for smaller hours cavoodles and similar breeds work well. Never understood why people get humongous highly energetic dogs when no one’s home on a regular basis to give them the attention they both crave and deserve, pretty cruel imo and people wonder why they have a dog that doesn’t listen or exhibits antisocial behaviour, it’s honestly not rocket science.

@elinannestad5320

8 ай бұрын

Totally agree. I'm no expert on dogs but you see it on every street: dogs bought because they look good like a handbag, but nobody has thought of the dog and its needs. SO cruel.

I have standard poodle as a first dog and she's amazing . She's very sweet and wel behaved maybe a bit more energetic than a lab but she's still pretty chill .plus no hair 😊 she's also not destructive at al .

I am not necessarily a first time dog owner but it has been awhile, almost 8 years. The xolo dog caught my eye and I have been researching them like crazy. What do you think of that breed??

@auspices999

9 ай бұрын

Very interesting choice there! Not a behaviorist at all, but xolos are very smart, fast-learning dogs. They have a little bit of guarding skills naturally, but nothing in the extreme. Hardest part about these dogs is the fysical care, they can't be in the sun too long with the exposed skin. Good luck on your search!

First time owner here. My first dog is a german shepherd. Most people dont recommend this dog as a first time owner and i get why, we have done a pretty good job i would say but its been hard. Its not easy and is constant work and if someone isnt willing to do that then they shouldnt. Hes expensive too. We also got him from breeder whos been breeding german shepherds for home but also to work. So they have good temperament and there parents havent had amy behaviour issues including grandparents to the dog. He also is straight backed which is taken well care off shouldnt have problems with his hips.

My "first" dog, the first one I obtained on my own, as an 18 year old, was a Keeshond. He was AMAZING. Super easy to train, smart, loyal, and GREAT with children. He was 4 years old when I had my son, and you would have thought he gave birth to my baby. He camped out under his crib during nap and bed times, rushed to get me the moment baby started to stir or make noises, and guarded him well. (Bear would never growl to keep.people away, he just intercepted them. Want to kiss the baby's head? Oops! You get to kiss the dog's head instead. That type of stuff) When baby started to stand and walk, Bear offered his furry sides as sacrifices for stability . He wouldn't growl or get angry when baby held.on to fistfulls of fur, desperately trying not to fall back on his diapered but. Instead, Bear would walk slowly and help teach the baby to walk. He was a very good boy, and I recommend Keeshonds for those looking for easy, small-mid sized.dogs.

Keeshonds are really good to

I got a husky as my first dog ever. He’s great and I love him so much, he’s literally my best friend 🫶🏼

maybe Wolf spitz we had it and he was very lovely

I’d recommend a Norwegian Buhund. Very family orientated. You do the work as a puppy, you have the best adult, family dog. Temperament is amazing with no over breeding issues

Some of the best dogs I've had were mutts.

What’re the best non shedding or hypoallergenic breeds?

I think mines a field golden so much energy I ducking love her tho

Golden retrivers are like the perfect dogs because they are. Easily trainable Cute Energetic Cuddle Friendly Always happy

@Thnielsen85

10 ай бұрын

All of that apply to the lab as well, but with less fur :)

@Blazer69420

10 ай бұрын

@@Thnielsen85 yeah and it does not shed as much. But I am just a fan of the golden retriever.

@Thnielsen85

10 ай бұрын

@@Blazer69420 yeah, they are great dogs, both the golden and the lab. :) No wonder they are 2 of the most popular breeds in the world.

@Blazer69420

10 ай бұрын

@@Thnielsen85 ye

YEP!!! AGREE!!!👍🏽

Dear Will, first thank you for all your onsights. I do not yet own a dog but i follow your co tent to be a conscious first time dog owner. I love all breeds..but i do not want a lab neither a golden ...I want a mid to large size breed. Would the English Mastiff be a wrong choice?I am in love with Cane Corsos but i know that i can't own it as a first time dog owner.

I got a shepsky as my first dog (50% husky 50% German shepherd) and he is the best!!!

So I’m looking to be a first time dog owner and the Australian cattle dog checks off all the boxes I’m looking for should I get something different?

Goldendoodles are great too my little 🐶 is the best you also have to find a good breeder that will be upfront about the personality the 🐶 have our was straight up and told me that one that I was leaning towards was very active and even though it hurt to leave him I know another puppy from the litter was a better fit for us

Hey there Will and other experienced owners here in this comment section i have a lil question what dogs as first time owner should i pick if i wanted a GUARD dog or basically a quite a strong one because you see there are some really agressive stray dogs in my area and i walk a labrador daily (which is of my neighbour's i don't own it) and i have to make a run for it withh the 3 month old lab in my arms or throw stones near the strays 5o scare them away but i was thinking if i had a guard dog which was just intimidating enough to scare then would it be a good choice? Like a german shepherd or other breeds?

What would you say about greyhounds and borzois?

Can you give your opinion on a shepsky if you have one

I just want a friend to play like 1.5hrs I am a bit on the active what do you suggest

As a k9 behaviorist

I jumped in at the deep end with an Australian cattle dog, who u later found out was half German shepard! Luckily I got lucky and got a mellow girl. She looks like the shape of a German shepard but the color and fur of a blue heeler. She's alot of work but very motivated to please. I give her plenty of chews and walk her like an hour a day. She's about 57 lbs and 1 year and 8 months, I think I'm almost out of the worst of it! But I wouldn't trade her for the world

Lmao thats crazy bc i have a lab/beagle mix and he definitely has separate anxiety he will literally scream when i get back even an hour or 2 hours im gone and he will scream and he also will dart out the door and not good with recall and i messed up and didnt socialize when he was little bc i worried about parvo so now he has an issue with dogs and will bark at people any advice greatly appreciate

My first dog was a pit bull I didn’t have any issues though he’s a good dog

When he said “ what’s the best dog for a first time dog owner” I paused the video and said Labrador or labradoodle.

Can you do best dog breeds for humid climates?

@DuckyLav7472

8 ай бұрын

Miniature poodle. Mind you, they might get mouthy and they do have moderate-high energy levels. The only reason i say miniature is smaller dogs are easier for beginners (just no tiny sized dogs like chihuahuas)

Lagotto Romagnolo please ❤

What do you think about a boxer? Are they somewhat equal like a lab?

@randocommando6826

9 ай бұрын

dumb and stubborn imo

Goldie ...easy...😊

Wasn't it you who said on a different video that Lab and Golden are too enthusiastic and high strung and eat unsavory things. I think you recommended cavalier king Charles if memory serves.

People just need to pick a dog according to what they can give. I'm sure GR fits a lot of people, but they still need a lot of maintenance, exercice and companionship (imo). And all owners should be ready to seek profesionnal help if they can't make it work with their dog (instead of hastily getting rid of it in shelters)

'Handler engaged' is often misinterpreted by a dog that wants to work. First time owners should NOT get a working dog. The most important part is finding a dog that is eager to please and food driven, as those two together make for such easy training. Something not mentioned here is size, i think first time owners should aim for a medium sized dog, as small dogs are easier to mis-handle and hurt, and larger dogs are hard to control without training. You also want to make sure not to get a breed that is prone to unique health issues, or very likely to have health issues, such as a German shepherd or a ridge-back, as its just one more thing to keep on-top of.

Some people take that as a challenge when they hear that. They want to stroke the ego of their inner Disney princess and then bad mouth the bed they couldn't control when it didn't work out. Everybody ain't for everybody.

I’d say a mixed breed, preferably from a shelter, for first time owners.

Boston Terriers are food motivated and very friendly but they will also let you know everything you're doing wrong or everything they also wanna do. I.E. it's very easy to read them, they show their emotions on their sleeves. For this reason though I don't think their stubbornness quite makes this list. I have reported on here a bunch of times that what works for most breeds as far as discipline goes may take some... troubleshooting with a boston. Also their separation anxiety can be extreme and if you're the type to punish a dog for ripping stuff a boston is NOT for you.

As a crazy cat lady I prefer any animal that has more of a cat personality ❤🐱 that’s why I adore Chow chows .

@camelred9118

10 ай бұрын

King charles cavalier is the best option, independent,0% aggression,good with kids and cats,no shedding,less barking,same size as mainecoon

are finnish spitz good for first time owners ??

I decided to get a Redbone Coonhound as my first dog.... has an insane amount of energy and I am not a high energy person. Not to mention he like a lot of attention which is like having a 2nd gf

You don’t appreciate the value of a good mutt. They are the best.

GOLDEN RETRIEVER !!! Best ever !

What about Boston terriers?

As a first time owner I went with a golden retriever, however, he is absolutely not food driven.

If someone wants a protection dog for the first time what kind of breed it should be

How about first time dogs that have an intimidation or protection factor?

What about Rough Collies?

Staffies.

Shout out to rough colleys too

Which would make sense why up until very recently, those were the top two breeds in America, we are lazy and want things easy.

that was my first dog a lab i was about 12 oops does it being half Dingo count?

What are the best dog breeds for living in hot places??

@jacky6625

9 ай бұрын

honestly I'd say most dogs that don't have a ton of fur (not huskies, samoyeds etc) would defo choose one with a very short coat eg the labrador

Can I own Saint Bernard for first time please reply man ❤❤

Is the American pit bull terrier a good pick?

@gem9535

10 ай бұрын

N O They are intermediate, at least, but I’d even say advanced. Yes, there are couch potatoes, but most of them are a very energetic and demanding breed.

@eleanormorgan2916

10 ай бұрын

My first dog was a pit bull. She was a lamb and only wanted to be with me. Once I TOLS her to not pee in the house, no cheewing on the furniture, and no teeth on people, she was perfect. Best. Dog. Ever.

@munky5102

10 ай бұрын

@@eleanormorgan2916 I got one and she’s been great, took awhile to housetrain her but she’s been doing good. I just wanted to get a little insight

Bro said all that to recommend the most popular dog breed 😂

Chinese Crested are the best for first time owners!!!!

Will has a Grindr account

Honorable mention- English cocker spaniel.

Both are velcro dogs.

Crap, in all that i meant to say Labs and goldens ARE the best for first timers. Yes. Haha. I fully agree.

I’m gonna get a Rottweiler as a first time dog owner

@ShJDoc

10 ай бұрын

I am not a first-time dog owner I had a German shepherd who sadly passed away earlier this year. But in 8 days I am getting a rotweiler also 😊

Work on human behaviour not the animals. Dont get those dogs if you have kids. Golden retrievers and labs are the most likely to bite your child. Especially in the family household.

Best working dog ?

Stop telling people to get useless dogs

I don't agree. I'm a first-time owner, and I have an American Akita she ist 8 months now. And WE have a few Problems, that I Made by mistake. If you're interested in a breed, go for it. But make sure you can take on and maintain the responsibility to correct any mistakes you make. Don't betray your pet and give it away just because you're overwhelmed by your limited knowledge. Always keep yourself updated and seek answers whenever you have questions or observations about their behavior. P.S.: Make sure you get to know the breed you're interested in before you buy one. And not just by reading. Find people who have the breed you like and regularly walk with them. Don't just rely on one owner's perspective; find several. It's even better if you can find dogs from animal shelters. They are often the most challenging examples of the desired breed. Sorry, my Englisch ist mit the best. Im a German.

Most of the golden i see are terrible

Bro you are always mentioning the same breeds.

@alexandrasvenlin9764

10 ай бұрын

Maybe goldens and labs are the best and that's why he mentions them😉

@SinisterPrime

10 ай бұрын

@@alexandrasvenlin9764 Yes, of course, and I'm not saying that these dogs aren't great, on the contrary. But there should also be others that aren't ridiculously friendly. Everyone already understands that Golden Retrievers and Labradors are the perfect family beginner dogs. You knowww …

*buys a dobberman as first dog*