I’m a vet nurse and here’s four breeds I’d never recommend for first time owners – they’re stubborn and super snappy
A VET nurse has revealed the four popular dog breeds she would never recommend for first time owners.
Jade, a Registered Veterinary Nurse from the UK who has three dogs and three tortoises, explained that whilst Cocker Spaniels can be calm, they can also be snappy too.
Not only this, but she also shared why Chow Chows are not suitable for those new to owning pets.
Keen to share her thoughts, Jade took to social media to confess her feelings on four common breeds, leaving many totally stunned.
So if you’re thinking of getting a furry friend and aren’t sure which pooch is right for you, then you’ve come to the right place and will need to take notes.
In a short clip shared online, Jade penned: “Four dog breeds I do not recommend for first time owners, from a Vet Nurse.”
First things first, the animal pro claimed that Cocker Spaniels are not suitable for first time owners, as she said: “My parents have two cockers who are polar opposites! One is calm as a cucumber and the other mad as a box of frogs but both can be a little snappy.”
She also explained why she wouldn’t recommend the Chow Chow breed, as she added: “Chows are fantastic! I own one myself… however I feel they are better suited to experienced owners because of their stubbornness.
“They are a wonderful breed but in the wrong hands often end up in rescues or worse being euthanised.”
As well as this, Jade also shared that the Belgian Malinois and Shiba Inu are not suitable for first time owners.
When it comes to the Shiba Inu breed, she acknowledged: “They are a wonderful breed but similar to Chows, they can be quite stubborn and aloof so I think they are always best pets for experienced dog owners.”
Jade was keen to stress that “with the correct training and environment”, such breeds “can be fantastic dogs”.
And the animal lover was also eager to add that her thoughts are simply her “own opinion” and are “not that of the entire veterinary profession”.
The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @jade.the.vet.nurs, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it was shared just one week ago, but has quickly racked up a jaw-dropping 584,600 views.
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Big divide
But social media users were left totally divided by Jade’s claims, and many eagerly flocked to the comments to share their thoughts.
One person said: “Finally someone NOT recommending spaniels for first time dog owners. I don’t know why they are so marketed as a family dog, they are hard work and need a lot of time!”
As a first time owner of a Belgian Malinois I 100% agree. Listen to the warnings
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Another added: “Definitely agree with this list, add Frenchie and husky to it as well.”
A third commented: “As a first time owner of a Belgian Malinois I 100% agree. Listen to the warnings. This dog has aged me and he’s only 10 months.”
However, at the same time, many disagreed, as one pet owner wrote:
“I got a cocker as a first time owner, I now have three cockers. Definitely a great breed to have as a first time owner.”
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A second chimed in: “My first dog is a Shiba Inu called Romi. She has been the best dog ever.”
Whilst someone else penned: “Chow Chow if anything are the best dogs for first time owners! Love to know why you think this.”
Not only this, but one user asked Jade: “Would you recommend a Husky?”
To which she responded: “I wouldn’t recommend a Husky for a first time dog owner unless you do thorough research and believe you can offer everything a husky requires.”
And when it comes to Beagles, Jade also wrote in the comments: “Haha Beagles love to eat EVERYTHING!”