[Help] which breed is right for me questionnaire

IntroductionWill this be your first dog? If not, what experience do you have owning/training dogs? No. I had one as a kid/teenager. I'm 24 now.Do you have a preference for rescuing a dog vs. going through a reputable breeder? Rescue is preferableDescribe your ideal dog. My idea dog wants to cuddle on the couch with me. I'm a couch potato and watch a lot of tv and play a lot of video games. I want a dog for company.What breeds or types of dogs are you interested in and why? Doesn't matterWhat sorts of things would you like to train your dog to do? Sit, stay, come, paw, lay down, no leash pullingCare CommitmentsHow long do you want to devote to training, playing with, or otherwise interacting with your dog each day? If just hanging out and cuddling counts I'd do that 8 hours a day. That's mostly what I do. I'd play with them with toys a little while we watch tv. I don't want to do a lot of training other than basics.How long can you exercise your dog each day, on average? What sorts of exercise are you planning to give your dog regularly and does that include using a dog park? A 20 minute walk around the block or some days a 30 minute walk in the metro parks or sometimes both. Can't do a lot of exercise because I have arthritisHow much regular brushing are you willing to do? Are you open to trimming hair, cleaning ears, or doing other grooming at home? If not, would you be willing to pay a professional to do it regularly? Willing to brush daily. Willing to do those other things. I would not want to pay a professional because I don't have a lot of money.Personal PreferencesWhat size dog are you looking for? Small or medium. Nothing over 40lbsHow much shedding, barking, and slobber can you handle? Shedding is ok. Minimal barking. No slobber.How important is being able to let your dog off-leash in an unfenced area? Not important. That would make me too nervousDog Personality and BehaviorDo you want a snuggly dog or one that prefers some personal space? Snuggly couch potatoWould you prefer a dog that wants to do its own thing or one that’s more eager-to-please? Eager to pleaseHow would you prefer your dog to respond to someone knocking on the door or entering your yard? How would you prefer your dog to greet strangers or visitors? I would want them to ignore it. Greet by sitting and being calm, not a jumpy dog.Are you willing to manage a dog that is aggressive to other dogs? NoAre there any other behaviors you can’t deal with or want to avoid? HyperactivityLifestyleHow often and how long will the dog be left alone? Only when I have to go to the store. I don't work. I'm on disabilityWhat are the dog-related preferences of other people in the house and what will be their involvement in caring for the dog? NoneDo you have other pets or are you planning on having other pets? What breed or type of animal are they? Ferrets.Will the dog be interacting with children regularly? NoDo you rent or plan to rent in the future? If applicable, what breed or weight restrictions are on your current lease? I might rent eventually if me and the boyfriend break upWhat city or country do you live in and are you aware of any laws banning certain breeds? Pit bull banWhat is the average temperature of a typical summer and winter day where you live? Summer is 80. Winter is 20 or less. I don't do much in the winter because I have some joint problems and I can't tolerate the cold very well. via /r/dogs http://ift.tt/2rw8cNz