A VET has revealed the five dog breeds he would never recommend for first-time owners as a professional. Adding pets to the family is no easy task - you want to make sure they suit your lifestyle as they can turn your life upside down. While we all like to think bringing a dog home is a breeze, it really depends on the dog breed says the vet.
That being said, he decided to share five breeds he would steer clear of completely if he was a first-time dog owner. The first breed that made it onto the list was the Siberian Husky. While these dogs can be friendly they are pack animals so can be difficult with strangers and their stubborn temperament makes them difficult to train, especially if you have no experience with dogs.
READ MORE ON DOGS They also need lots of time outdoors so are best suited for people with active lifestyles. Next was the Cane Corso, which Amir said needed 'active leadership and good early socialisation'. Being a large dog breed, Amir said they needed someone who could train them so it's best to leave them to more experienced dog owners.
Jack Russell's also made it onto the list despite being a popular pick for many first-time owners because of their small stature. Most read in Fabulous But their feisty personality can make them difficult to socialise says PetPlan . Australian Shepherd's were also on the list as a working animal they need lots of guidance and training.
Last but not least was the Belgian Malinois another herding breed that needed lots of pati.
