I’m a dog expert – the five high maintenance breeds to avoid unless you have a lot of free time
A DOG expert has opened up about five breeds that could take a bit more care than new owners are willing to give.
It’s crucial for the potential pet owner to know that some pups require more exercise, training, and even grooming than others.
Pet food company Purina compiled a list of high-maintenance breeds to warn future dog owners before they make the commitment.
One incredibly popular breed that was shockingly on the list was the Labradoodle.
While many people opt for the breed due to its incredibly cute appearance and friendly demeanor, most future owners don’t know just how much it could cost to keep up with grooming.
The Labradoodle’s curly golden hair can get matted and dirtied easily, meaning owners would have to brush them out or keep the hair trimmed super short.
Another breed infamous for its beauty routine is the Afghan Hound.
The Afghan Hound always turns heads with its exotic beauty and strikingly straight long fur.
However, the looks don’t come cheap, as the breed could require daily grooming.
“It needs daily brushing, bathing once a week, drying carefully with a blow dryer or blaster, oil treatments, careful wrapping, clipping up out of the way, and snoods at mealtimes,” Purina writes.
This next breed also has a beautiful furry coat, but their energy levels are really what can make them a high-maintenance option.
Border Collies are intelligent, fun, and excel at dog sports, but this means that they require a lot of stimulation.
Experts recommend that pet owners stay away from the breed unless they have plentiful land or time to kill running around with their puppy.
Another unsuspecting high-maintenance breed is the French Bulldog.
Despite dethroning the Labrador’s 31-year reign as the world’s most popular dog, Frenchies oftentimes face a list of potential health problems.
The potential owner should have a good bit of savings to drop on purchasing the purebred pup and keeping up with expensive vet appointments.
And finally, it’s no surprise that a Siberian Husky isn’t the most ideal pet for someone who is locked in a small apartment in the heat of summer.
Huskies adapted to survive harsh winters and can pull a snow sled up to 100miles per day.
They also have layers and layers of fur that will inevitably shed like crazy as the weather gets warmer.
Experts warn that if a Siberian Husky is not living in the proper environment or getting enough exercise, then your couch could become their new chew toy.
The list comes as another dog expert has revealed the breeds that grow the most with some ballooning 900 percent after they are born.
And this dog trainer warned that one breed is a self-described monster that could kill a pack of wolves.
