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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

wanted one for awhile now and just don't know enough about them ,I want a dog not too big or small and cute help thanks

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By *iewMan
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over a year ago

Angus & Findhorn

Cockapoo

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By *ighland_RoseCouple
over a year ago

Brigadoon

A mongrel from the RSPCA

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By *aceytopWoman
over a year ago

from a town near you

a rescue mongrel it will love you forever

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By *imiUKMan
over a year ago

Hereford

Yokel question alert: What do you want it for?

Maybe if you had a use for it, we could help you decide?

Or will it just be for walking and being yer mate and stuff?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Get a lab as there in the middle of what you want, also very calm, friendly and caring

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By *eryBigGirlWoman
over a year ago

East Yorkshire

I had a Bassett hound called Edward who was the most amazing dog ever. Never a dull moment. Looked so god damn cute all the time and it was funny as no one ever knew what he was. I lost him 2 years ago and still miss him every single day and if I could I'd have another Bassett in a heartbeat

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Staffie. Medium sized dog, extremely friendly and one of the very few dogs recommended by the UK kennel club to be kept as a pet.

Check out your local rescue centre.

If you can find a good one it'll be house trained at the least.

I may be slightly biased

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Border terrier, more personality than their size can cope with !!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

depends what life style you have

I have a greyhound that I love to death, very laid back dog, don't need loads of exercise, sleep most of the day, idea for people who arnt to active

I also have a Labrador they are very active dogs, if you don't have to walk your dog 3 or 4 times a day they arnt the dog for you

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By *emmefataleWoman
over a year ago

dirtybigbadsgirlville


"A mongrel from the RSPCA"

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Cockapoo "

I saw the cutest one of these the other day

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"wanted one for awhile now and just don't know enough about them ,I want a dog not too big or small and cute help thanks "

One with short legs so when it shits on the pavement its not obvious and you can get away with not picking it up.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"wanted one for awhile now and just don't know enough about them ,I want a dog not too big or small and cute help thanks "

also are the already trained or do I have to sort that ?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Get a lab as there in the middle of what you want, also very calm, friendly and caring "

if you met my lab your wouldn't say that he is far from calm and on the go 24/7, never sits down

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By *iewMan
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over a year ago

Angus & Findhorn


"Cockapoo

I saw the cutest one of these the other day "

I have 2

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

You may find this thread will be of absolutely no use to you whatsoever, everyone is going to say their dog is the best dog in the world...

They're all wrong mind as he's sat next to me.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"A mongrel from the RSPCA "

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

get a cockerpoo, lovely nature, not too small & yappy either

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By *iewMan
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over a year ago

Angus & Findhorn


"get a cockerpoo, lovely nature, not too small & yappy either "

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By *uby0000Woman
over a year ago

hertfordshire

rspca have lots of dogs that need good homes

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

You should really do some research into the different characteristics of different breeds. For example a staffie could be too energetic for you, and I wouldn't recommend a staffie to someone who hasn't had a dog before. Collies and labs are supposed to be the best for first time owners, I have been told in the past. A dog is for life-make the wrong choice and you will ruin that animals life. Don't make your decision flippantly. Please!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"You may find this thread will be of absolutely no use to you whatsoever, everyone is going to say their dog is the best dog in the world...

They're all wrong mind as he's sat next to me."

not me, I have a Labrador and I wouldnt recommend one to anyone, unless they are at home 24/7 and have all their time to devote to it, I do love him but they arnt idea dogs for people who work or don't have time to give them the walks they need, they are very intelligent dogs and get bored easy and they will destroy your house if left alone and bored

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"wanted one for awhile now and just don't know enough about them ,I want a dog not too big or small and cute help thanks

also are the already trained or do I have to sort that ? "

Jesus Christ please don't get a dog!

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By *radleyandRavenCouple
over a year ago

Herts

Don't know enough about you to give informed recommendations...

Will it be around children?

How often will you be able to walk it? (Some dogs are much more energetic than others).

What do you want it for? Ect.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

I will be using rspca

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Cockapoo

I saw the cutest one of these the other day

I have 2 "

Can I come and see your puppies mister

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By *he GriswaldsCouple
over a year ago

Manchester

We have a border collie. Do not get one if you can't walk it a LOT.

And we mean, a LOT.

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By *uby0000Woman
over a year ago

hertfordshire


"I will be using rspca "

they give great advice

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By *iewMan
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over a year ago

Angus & Findhorn


"Cockapoo

I saw the cutest one of these the other day

I have 2

Can I come and see your puppies mister "

As if you needed to ask.

Doors never locked

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"You should really do some research into the different characteristics of different breeds. For example a staffie could be too energetic for you, and I wouldn't recommend a staffie to someone who hasn't had a dog before. Collies and labs are supposed to be the best for first time owners, I have been told in the past. A dog is for life-make the wrong choice and you will ruin that animals life. Don't make your decision flippantly. Please! "
Collies less energetic than a Staffie? It's a working dog and very energetic in my experience.

However the last question from the OP asking whether he has to train a dog may suggest he hasn't thought too deeply about dog ownership.

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By *razilnutsMan
over a year ago

York


"Staffie. Medium sized dog, extremely friendly and one of the very few dogs recommended by the UK kennel club to be kept as a pet.

Check out your local rescue centre.

If you can find a good one it'll be house trained at the least.

I may be slightly biased "

Ditto. Best dogs ever... But I'm also biased.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

The best ever dog I had was a Westie. I loved that little fella

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Staffie. Medium sized dog, extremely friendly and one of the very few dogs recommended by the UK kennel club to be kept as a pet.

Check out your local rescue centre.

If you can find a good one it'll be house trained at the least.

I may be slightly biased

Ditto. Best dogs ever... But I'm also biased. "

If Staffies are the best dogs to have, then why would there be rescue ones available?

And why does nearly every news report of dog attacks feature Staffies?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Staffie. Medium sized dog, extremely friendly and one of the very few dogs recommended by the UK kennel club to be kept as a pet.

Check out your local rescue centre.

If you can find a good one it'll be house trained at the least.

I may be slightly biased "
cant go wrong with a staffy....all dogs have the potential to be dangerous if the owner aint got a clue how to look after them.so do your research and make sure the dog knows your the top dog in the household along with any other human

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Mongrels seem to outlive pedigrees. I've had all kinds of breeds, German shepherd was best. Very easy to train and great around children. I would still go with mongrel though

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By *risky_MareWoman
over a year ago

...Up on the Downs


"I will be using rspca "

Ask them to show you the neediest and most suitable, then let the doggie decide (he will inform you)!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"wanted one for awhile now and just don't know enough about them ,I want a dog not too big or small and cute help thanks

also are the already trained or do I have to sort that ?

Jesus Christ please don't get a dog! "

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Staffie. Medium sized dog, extremely friendly and one of the very few dogs recommended by the UK kennel club to be kept as a pet.

Check out your local rescue centre.

If you can find a good one it'll be house trained at the least.

I may be slightly biased

Ditto. Best dogs ever... But I'm also biased.

If Staffies are the best dogs to have, then why would there be rescue ones available?

And why does nearly every news report of dog attacks feature Staffies?"

any twat can own a dog, all because a dog ends up in a shelter that does not mean its bad dog, it could be through no fault of its own

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Staffie. Medium sized dog, extremely friendly and one of the very few dogs recommended by the UK kennel club to be kept as a pet.

Check out your local rescue centre.

If you can find a good one it'll be house trained at the least.

I may be slightly biased

Ditto. Best dogs ever... But I'm also biased.

If Staffies are the best dogs to have, then why would there be rescue ones available?

And why does nearly every news report of dog attacks feature Staffies?"
because of the chavs that have them for street cred. Like i said no dog is born evil its down to the owners im afraid.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"You may find this thread will be of absolutely no use to you whatsoever, everyone is going to say their dog is the best dog in the world...

They're all wrong mind as he's sat next to me.

not me, I have a Labrador and I wouldnt recommend one to anyone, unless they are at home 24/7 and have all their time to devote to it, I do love him but they arnt idea dogs for people who work or don't have time to give them the walks they need, they are very intelligent dogs and get bored easy and they will destroy your house if left alone and bored "

I think like anything it depends on the dog. I had a black lab from 12 weeks old until he had to be put to sleep at nearly 12. He was a big soft mutt who after his 2 walks a day would quite happily sleep whether we were in or not. He could be left for at least 6 hrs with no problem at all bless him.

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By *aceytopWoman
over a year ago

from a town near you

just go and have a look,you will be chosen by the dog

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Staffie. Medium sized dog, extremely friendly and one of the very few dogs recommended by the UK kennel club to be kept as a pet.

Check out your local rescue centre.

If you can find a good one it'll be house trained at the least.

I may be slightly biased

Ditto. Best dogs ever... But I'm also biased.

If Staffies are the best dogs to have, then why would there be rescue ones available?

And why does nearly every news report of dog attacks feature Staffies?

any twat can own a dog, all because a dog ends up in a shelter that does not mean its bad dog, it could be through no fault of its own "

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"You should really do some research into the different characteristics of different breeds. For example a staffie could be too energetic for you, and I wouldn't recommend a staffie to someone who hasn't had a dog before. Collies and labs are supposed to be the best for first time owners, I have been told in the past. A dog is for life-make the wrong choice and you will ruin that animals life. Don't make your decision flippantly. Please! Collies less energetic than a Staffie? It's a working dog and very energetic in my experience.

However the last question from the OP asking whether he has to train a dog may suggest he hasn't thought too deeply about dog ownership. "

You will notw I didn't mention energy levels, I just said they are better for novice owners. As I apparently need to explain my every notion I meant that because collies and labs are less aggressive than staffs. Staff batches are fine, but staff dogs can be a bit of a nightmare. And yes I am a very experienced dog owner and trainer.

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By *radleyandRavenCouple
over a year ago

Herts


"The best ever dog I had was a Westie. I loved that little fella "

I love Westies! Such lovely temperments.

If I didn't work full time, I'd get one.

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By *hecat007Woman
over a year ago

Round the corner

Get a cat

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

*bitches not batches.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Staffie. Medium sized dog, extremely friendly and one of the very few dogs recommended by the UK kennel club to be kept as a pet.

Check out your local rescue centre.

If you can find a good one it'll be house trained at the least.

I may be slightly biased

Ditto. Best dogs ever... But I'm also biased.

If Staffies are the best dogs to have, then why would there be rescue ones available?

And why does nearly every news report of dog attacks feature Staffies?"

Crap owners.

Do you think a Staffie knows he is a Staffie?

Every owner of a pit bull will say it is a Staffy if they think it'll get them out of trouble.

Read up about Staffies somewhere other than your local newspaper. More people are bitten by Labradors.

Go to the kennel club website and see what they have to say about Staffies, if anyone is in a position to give a balanced _iew of a dog it would be them.

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By *empting Devil.Woman
over a year ago

Sheffield

If you don't already have any small animals like cats (or any in the surrounding homes to you) go for a retired racing greyhound.

Trained, used to a lead and after a mad burst of energy love nothing more than a leisurely quiet life.

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By *razilnutsMan
over a year ago

York


"

If Staffies are the best dogs to have, then why would there be rescue ones available?

And why does nearly every news report of dog attacks feature Staffies?"

Unfortunately staffies have an appeal to the wrong type of owner.

Rescue centres have many different breeds, not only staffies.

The media seems to enjoy demonizing the breed.

Any other questions?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Get a cat "

Wash your mouth out

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"You may find this thread will be of absolutely no use to you whatsoever, everyone is going to say their dog is the best dog in the world...

They're all wrong mind as he's sat next to me.

not me, I have a Labrador and I wouldnt recommend one to anyone, unless they are at home 24/7 and have all their time to devote to it, I do love him but they arnt idea dogs for people who work or don't have time to give them the walks they need, they are very intelligent dogs and get bored easy and they will destroy your house if left alone and bored

I think like anything it depends on the dog. I had a black lab from 12 weeks old until he had to be put to sleep at nearly 12. He was a big soft mutt who after his 2 walks a day would quite happily sleep whether we were in or not. He could be left for at least 6 hrs with no problem at all bless him. "

mine never sits down, I can walk him 4 or 5 times a day and he's still ready for the off every time you move he runs to the door and sits looking at his lead, he's never ever left alone, I left him alone once for less than half a hour and in that time he destroyed my sofa

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By *nigmatic1Woman
over a year ago

A seaside town near you!

I've got a Chorkie...cross chihuahua and yorkie....she's an absolute cutie but full of character!! X

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"The best ever dog I had was a Westie. I loved that little fella

I love Westies! Such lovely temperments.

If I didn't work full time, I'd get one. "

I will defo get another one. I have already decided when I do he will be called Dexter.... or Otis.... or Marvin

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Get a cat "

Can I adopt a Shecat

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I've got a Chorkie...cross chihuahua and yorkie....she's an absolute cutie but full of character!! X"

And fits nicely into a crusty roll...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"

If Staffies are the best dogs to have, then why would there be rescue ones available?

And why does nearly every news report of dog attacks feature Staffies?

Unfortunately staffies have an appeal to the wrong type of owner.

Rescue centres have many different breeds, not only staffies.

The media seems to enjoy demonizing the breed.

Any other questions? "

My son has 2 one of which is deaf, I admit I was at first wary of them now though I just have to admit my lap is big enough for both of them

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

As for staffies being aggresive. My boy as never been aggressive even when he got bit by a yorkshire terrior....infact the owners thought it was funny...it wouldnt have been if it was the other way round thou... Oh and the cat rules in my house not the staffie

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"

If Staffies are the best dogs to have, then why would there be rescue ones available?

And why does nearly every news report of dog attacks feature Staffies?

Unfortunately staffies have an appeal to the wrong type of owner.

Rescue centres have many different breeds, not only staffies.

The media seems to enjoy demonizing the breed.

Any other questions?

My son has 2 one of which is deaf, I admit I was at first wary of them now though I just have to admit my lap is big enough for both of them "

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By *nigmatic1Woman
over a year ago

A seaside town near you!


"I've got a Chorkie...cross chihuahua and yorkie....she's an absolute cutie but full of character!! X

And fits nicely into a crusty roll... "

How very dare you you scoundrel!!,

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"You may find this thread will be of absolutely no use to you whatsoever, everyone is going to say their dog is the best dog in the world...

They're all wrong mind as he's sat next to me.

not me, I have a Labrador and I wouldnt recommend one to anyone, unless they are at home 24/7 and have all their time to devote to it, I do love him but they arnt idea dogs for people who work or don't have time to give them the walks they need, they are very intelligent dogs and get bored easy and they will destroy your house if left alone and bored

I think like anything it depends on the dog. I had a black lab from 12 weeks old until he had to be put to sleep at nearly 12. He was a big soft mutt who after his 2 walks a day would quite happily sleep whether we were in or not. He could be left for at least 6 hrs with no problem at all bless him.

mine never sits down, I can walk him 4 or 5 times a day and he's still ready for the off every time you move he runs to the door and sits looking at his lead, he's never ever left alone, I left him alone once for less than half a hour and in that time he destroyed my sofa "

Lol , I do remember as a puppy we nick named him the andrex puppy after we came back to find he had ripped up 6 toilet rolls.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Jack russel x pug otherwise known as a jug. I had one for Christmas, she is a sweetie.

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By *radleyandRavenCouple
over a year ago

Herts


"Staffie. Medium sized dog, extremely friendly and one of the very few dogs recommended by the UK kennel club to be kept as a pet.

Check out your local rescue centre.

If you can find a good one it'll be house trained at the least.

I may be slightly biased

Ditto. Best dogs ever... But I'm also biased.

If Staffies are the best dogs to have, then why would there be rescue ones available?

And why does nearly every news report of dog attacks feature Staffies?"

Because when they were the dog of choice for "GhaHANGStahs", idiots out there started over-breeding them, thinking they could make money out of it.

I know lots of people with staffies yet there are still many in shelters as there are just so many of them.

Any dog can turn bad, it's up to the owner to prevent that.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

But before you get a dog do a little research on different breeds. I have a Lab and they chew anything and everything and need around 1 1/2 hrs worth of walking a day.

With lab's you need to check their breeding history and they can be prone to hip problems.

Make sure you have someone to look after them if you want to go aboard etc but good luck with what ever you decide to do.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"

If Staffies are the best dogs to have, then why would there be rescue ones available?

And why does nearly every news report of dog attacks feature Staffies?

Unfortunately staffies have an appeal to the wrong type of owner.

Rescue centres have many different breeds, not only staffies.

The media seems to enjoy demonizing the breed.

Any other questions? "

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By *nigmatic1Woman
over a year ago

A seaside town near you!


"As for staffies being aggresive. My boy as never been aggressive even when he got bit by a yorkshire terrior....infact the owners thought it was funny...it wouldnt have been if it was the other way round thou... Oh and the cat rules in my house not the staffie "

I also have a cat who rules the house! The dog jumps all over her but runs when the cat decides she has to! Funny as!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Staffie. Medium sized dog, extremely friendly and one of the very few dogs recommended by the UK kennel club to be kept as a pet.

Check out your local rescue centre.

If you can find a good one it'll be house trained at the least.

I may be slightly biased

Ditto. Best dogs ever... But I'm also biased.

If Staffies are the best dogs to have, then why would there be rescue ones available?

And why does nearly every news report of dog attacks feature Staffies?"

Canis I had a Stafford for many years... Big black beautiful bugger, the loyalist softest thing ever... I do believe its how they are brought up. Back home in Liverpool it's a shame, it's thee dog to have, for the not right Chav. They are goaded... And made to be anti social... It's a damn shame that every Staffie is tarred with the same brush. It's also such a shame that its us, the human race that is to blame and not the dog.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"As for staffies being aggresive. My boy as never been aggressive even when he got bit by a yorkshire terrior....infact the owners thought it was funny...it wouldnt have been if it was the other way round thou... Oh and the cat rules in my house not the staffie "

My son took his 2 to his grandmas , she has a miniature pincer. Guess who ruled the roast there

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By *illwill69uMan
over a year ago

moston

Bigger dogs are better than smaller dogs in my _iew. They are better able to take knocks and therefore less lightly to snap because they have been hurt. However against that they do need more exercise and eat more so are more expensive. Of course there are some exceptions to this rule namely collies and terriers that although quite small require lots of exercise, and St Bernard's and Pyrenean Mountain Dogs that need less exercise than their size would suggest.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

A cat.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

get a cat

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Staffie. Medium sized dog, extremely friendly and one of the very few dogs recommended by the UK kennel club to be kept as a pet.

Check out your local rescue centre.

If you can find a good one it'll be house trained at the least.

I may be slightly biased

Ditto. Best dogs ever... But I'm also biased.

If Staffies are the best dogs to have, then why would there be rescue ones available?

And why does nearly every news report of dog attacks feature Staffies?

Crap owners.

Do you think a Staffie knows he is a Staffie?

Every owner of a pit bull will say it is a Staffy if they think it'll get them out of trouble.

Read up about Staffies somewhere other than your local newspaper. More people are bitten by Labradors.

Go to the kennel club website and see what they have to say about Staffies, if anyone is in a position to give a balanced _iew of a dog it would be them.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"wanted one for awhile now and just don't know enough about them ,I want a dog not too big or small and cute help thanks "

I don't mind taking it for walks ect just don't want one that will ruin the house and piss the neibours off or bite somones hand off lol

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By *aceytopWoman
over a year ago

from a town near you

mine destroyed 6 sofas,at least 20 prs of shoes and countless wellies,hes all good now though,just as well im bankrupt,but he did have a bad start in life so hes forgiven

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Staffie. Medium sized dog, extremely friendly and one of the very few dogs recommended by the UK kennel club to be kept as a pet.

Check out your local rescue centre.

If you can find a good one it'll be house trained at the least.

I may be slightly biased

Ditto. Best dogs ever... But I'm also biased.

If Staffies are the best dogs to have, then why would there be rescue ones available?

And why does nearly every news report of dog attacks feature Staffies?

Canis I had a Stafford for many years... Big black beautiful bugger, the loyalist softest thing ever... I do believe its how they are brought up. Back home in Liverpool it's a shame, it's thee dog to have, for the not right Chav. They are goaded... And made to be anti social... It's a damn shame that every Staffie is tarred with the same brush. It's also such a shame that its us, the human race that is to blame and not the dog. "

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

If The Kennel Club cared about dogs, then why do they allow, and in fact promote the breeding of such as the King Charles Cavalier Spaniel, that can barely breathe?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


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If Staffies are the best dogs to have, then why would there be rescue ones available?

And why does nearly every news report of dog attacks feature Staffies?

Unfortunately staffies have an appeal to the wrong type of owner.

Rescue centres have many different breeds, not only staffies.

The media seems to enjoy demonizing the breed.

Any other questions? "

Rescue centres have a lot of Staffies in my experience.

Not the dogs fault by any means more the fact that they've been bought by people who are inexperienced with the breed.

Also even though we are supposedly a nation of dog lovers a lot of dogs are given up for re homing once children are on the scene.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

my mum has a staffy, though if i'm honest they are not a dog I would have as I don't really like the look of them, she is a really sweet, friendly dog and I couldn't imagine her ever attacking anyone, she just lays on her back whenever you go near her so you can rub her belly

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By *radleyandRavenCouple
over a year ago

Herts


"wanted one for awhile now and just don't know enough about them ,I want a dog not too big or small and cute help thanks

I don't mind taking it for walks ect just don't want one that will ruin the house and piss the neibours off or bite somones hand off lol "

That's mainly going to be down to your training then, not the dog.

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By *nigmatic1Woman
over a year ago

A seaside town near you!

I have to agree about Staffie's. I was brought up with Staffie's and Boxers. Beautiful dogs, not at all aggressive but then again we were a family and did not/would not goad them at all. My boxer used to sit under the baby's crib and alert me when she moved! She used to sit on his head and pull his eyelashes back and he never budged! The Staffie was the same. Very loyal family orientated dogs if that's the way you bring them up. My Chorkie is a little sod but again brilliant with kids and people because that's the way I am teaching her. It's all about the way you teach them!!

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By *emon tart Double creamCouple
over a year ago

Leeds

If you work you will most likely be turned down by the RSPCA...they don't just give them out to anyone. You have to fit the criteria for them to think that you are going to look after a pet. They will also likely have to do a house visit.

To be honest, you sound like you've just woken up and decided you want a dog. I do hope you realise it's a big commitment and not just a hasty decision. Get a hamster first and build up to a dog

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"wanted one for awhile now and just don't know enough about them ,I want a dog not too big or small and cute help thanks

I don't mind taking it for walks ect just don't want one that will ruin the house and piss the neibours off or bite somones hand off lol "

well you wont know what its like till you get it, thing about rescue dogs is remember they may have spent months in a kennel so wont be used to living in a house so the chances are they will piss in the house to start and may chew your house, you have less chance of that happening if you get a dog that's used to living in a house

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

How about getting a gold fish

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I have 2 Alsations, one I rescued Saracen is an Ex-police dog only 3 years old.

And the other one Zeus is almost 2 now and I had him since he was a puppy.

I almost got another one 2 weeks ago, but when I go away I take them round my mum and dads and they couldn't handle another.

They already have 2 labradors themselves.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"wanted one for awhile now and just don't know enough about them ,I want a dog not too big or small and cute help thanks

I don't mind taking it for walks ect just don't want one that will ruin the house and piss the neibours off or bite somones hand off lol

well you wont know what its like till you get it, thing about rescue dogs is remember they may have spent months in a kennel so wont be used to living in a house so the chances are they will piss in the house to start and may chew your house, you have less chance of that happening if you get a dog that's used to living in a house"

this ^^

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By *radleyandRavenCouple
over a year ago

Herts


"The best ever dog I had was a Westie. I loved that little fella

I love Westies! Such lovely temperments.

If I didn't work full time, I'd get one.

I will defo get another one. I have already decided when I do he will be called Dexter.... or Otis.... or Marvin"

You're totally calling it Chaz or Travis (Because I said so). x

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By *imiUKMan
over a year ago

Hereford

Collies are batty - I work them.

I would never, ever reccomend anyone gets a collie unless they can spend a long time each day with it and give it a LOT of excercise.

I wouldn't actually have one in the house, but I know people do.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"You should really do some research into the different characteristics of different breeds. For example a staffie could be too energetic for you, and I wouldn't recommend a staffie to someone who hasn't had a dog before. Collies and labs are supposed to be the best for first time owners, I have been told in the past. A dog is for life-make the wrong choice and you will ruin that animals life. Don't make your decision flippantly. Please! Collies less energetic than a Staffie? It's a working dog and very energetic in my experience.

However the last question from the OP asking whether he has to train a dog may suggest he hasn't thought too deeply about dog ownership.

You will notw I didn't mention energy levels, I just said they are better for novice owners. As I apparently need to explain my every notion I meant that because collies and labs are less aggressive than staffs. Staff batches are fine, but staff dogs can be a bit of a nightmare. And yes I am a very experienced dog owner and trainer. "

So where you said a Staffie could be too energetic for you, you weren't talking about energy levels, okay.

I've had a few Staffies and found them to be wonderful dogs, some can be as any dog can be, aggressive. You can generally look at the other end of the lead to find the problem.

My male Staff is a gem, he bit a dog once, which was a pit bull that bit him first. I'm not going to worry about that, he's such a big softy that it was nice to know he would defend himself if he had to. If a dog snaps at him he runs away and thinks it's a game of chase... Luckily no damage done apart from a few small puncture wounds. He is a well socialised and trained dog. Everyone has had different experiences of different dogs, like people you can't generalise a whole breed on your personal experience.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I have an 9 week old English Springer Spaniel. She wasn't born fully trained.

Dogs, especially puppies, may look cute but they need time, care and attention.

Look at your lifestyle, if you like walking and being outside a more energetic breed may be a good choice.

I have only had springers so I don't know about other breeds, but I love cos they are loving, intelligent, noble, delightful dogs who are excellent family pets. If they are bored, under stimulated and not exercised they can be destructive

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"wanted one for awhile now and just don't know enough about them ,I want a dog not too big or small and cute help thanks

I don't mind taking it for walks ect just don't want one that will ruin the house and piss the neibours off or bite somones hand off lol

well you wont know what its like till you get it, thing about rescue dogs is remember they may have spent months in a kennel so wont be used to living in a house so the chances are they will piss in the house to start and may chew your house, you have less chance of that happening if you get a dog that's used to living in a house"

Good advice, I was told when I rescued mine that it could take months for him the settle properly.

Luckily one pee n poo on the bathroom floor was it, and that was probably because I slept in much later than he would have been used to at the kennels.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"wanted one for awhile now and just don't know enough about them ,I want a dog not too big or small and cute help thanks

I don't mind taking it for walks ect just don't want one that will ruin the house and piss the neibours off or bite somones hand off lol

well you wont know what its like till you get it, thing about rescue dogs is remember they may have spent months in a kennel so wont be used to living in a house so the chances are they will piss in the house to start and may chew your house, you have less chance of that happening if you get a dog that's used to living in a house

Good advice, I was told when I rescued mine that it could take months for him the settle properly.

Luckily one pee n poo on the bathroom floor was it, and that was probably because I slept in much later than he would have been used to at the kennels."

I have only ever had one rescue dog that bit my daughter after 2 days of having him, my daughter was only 2 at the time, we was going out and I put her in the push chair, turned round to get my coat and the dog bit her face, have no idea why, I know he came from an abusive home and I can only think they had a small child and he associated the push chair with his previous home, we took him back and they had to put him to sleep as they couldn't re home him once he had bit, the thing with rescue dogs is you don't know their background and you take home any baggage they may have, I have had puppies ever since as you can bring them up as you wish and you know they have no bad memories, though you do have to go through the house training and chewing stages

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman
over a year ago

The Town by The Cross

Wait a while.

Go to a dog rescue place.

Volunteer to clean out dogs , to feed them, to walk them, to tend them when they are ill.

Give up your usual leisure stuff to do it.

If you can't.

Don't even think about getting a dog.

They need more care than children and they never grow out of needing care.

They can't open their own cans or open the door when they turn a certain age.

As they get older they need the care that needs to be given to an old person. They get arthritis and smell and need such good loving .....or putting down.

It's not about you and what you want. So if you don't sacrifice don't adopt.

thanks

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Wait a while.

Go to a dog rescue place.

Volunteer to clean out dogs , to feed them, to walk them, to tend them when they are ill.

Give up your usual leisure stuff to do it.

If you can't.

Don't even think about getting a dog.

They need more care than children and they never grow out of needing care.

They can't open their own cans or open the door when they turn a certain age.

As they get older they need the care that needs to be given to an old person. They get arthritis and smell and need such good loving .....or putting down.

It's not about you and what you want. So if you don't sacrifice don't adopt.

thanks"

that could be the most sensible thing you have ever posted

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By *ouple in LancashireCouple
over a year ago

in Lancashire

OP fair play that you have asked for advice but this is not the best place to do so..

despite there being many loving pet owners etc only you know your lifestlye, work life balance etc..

only you know why you want a dog..

speak to your local rescue centres etc, they are staffed by folks who will give you some advice, perhaps even do a bit of helping out which will give you some ideas about caring for the animals, training etc..

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By *oulcakeMan
over a year ago

Gornal

Welsh border collie. Intelligent, loving, full of fun....wait, that's me !!!

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman
over a year ago

The Town by The Cross


"Wait a while.

Go to a dog rescue place.

Volunteer to clean out dogs , to feed them, to walk them, to tend them when they are ill.

Give up your usual leisure stuff to do it.

If you can't.

Don't even think about getting a dog.

They need more care than children and they never grow out of needing care.

They can't open their own cans or open the door when they turn a certain age.

As they get older they need the care that needs to be given to an old person. They get arthritis and smell and need such good loving .....or putting down.

It's not about you and what you want. So if you don't sacrifice don't adopt.

thanks

that could be the most sensible thing you have ever posted "

Nah .... not quite

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By *ce WingerMan
over a year ago

P.O. Box DE1 0NQ

I have had 3 generations of Border Collies, ya can't go wrong there

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"wanted one for awhile now and just don't know enough about them ,I want a dog not too big or small and cute help thanks

I don't mind taking it for walks ect just don't want one that will ruin the house and piss the neibours off or bite somones hand off lol

well you wont know what its like till you get it, thing about rescue dogs is remember they may have spent months in a kennel so wont be used to living in a house so the chances are they will piss in the house to start and may chew your house, you have less chance of that happening if you get a dog that's used to living in a house

Good advice, I was told when I rescued mine that it could take months for him the settle properly.

Luckily one pee n poo on the bathroom floor was it, and that was probably because I slept in much later than he would have been used to at the kennels.

I have only ever had one rescue dog that bit my daughter after 2 days of having him, my daughter was only 2 at the time, we was going out and I put her in the push chair, turned round to get my coat and the dog bit her face, have no idea why, I know he came from an abusive home and I can only think they had a small child and he associated the push chair with his previous home, we took him back and they had to put him to sleep as they couldn't re home him once he had bit, the thing with rescue dogs is you don't know their background and you take home any baggage they may have, I have had puppies ever since as you can bring them up as you wish and you know they have no bad memories, though you do have to go through the house training and chewing stages "

Again very true, there were dogs at the center I went that I wouldn't have dreamt of taking home, but they're in a stressful situation and it is very hard to tell what they will be like when in a home.

Mine wondered across the kennel and pushed himself up against the grid so I could pet him. That was it for me. He has been around 2 year olds, supervised as anyone that doesn't supervise any dog around small children are mad, cats, and puppies. I'll be lucky to find another dog like him, had other Staffies and Jack

Russels in the past. He makes me laugh everyday, at times over the last few years he's been the only thing that has made me smile each and everyday, that's another story though.

Mine was supposedly a stray, I don't think he was, as people have cottoned on to the fact if you walked into the rescue centre and said you found the dog, they take it right away thus bypassing the inch and a half thick waiting list.

An abused dog is always going to be risky, did the rescue center know you had young children in the house?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"wanted one for awhile now and just don't know enough about them ,I want a dog not too big or small and cute help thanks

I don't mind taking it for walks ect just don't want one that will ruin the house and piss the neibours off or bite somones hand off lol

well you wont know what its like till you get it, thing about rescue dogs is remember they may have spent months in a kennel so wont be used to living in a house so the chances are they will piss in the house to start and may chew your house, you have less chance of that happening if you get a dog that's used to living in a house

Good advice, I was told when I rescued mine that it could take months for him the settle properly.

Luckily one pee n poo on the bathroom floor was it, and that was probably because I slept in much later than he would have been used to at the kennels.

I have only ever had one rescue dog that bit my daughter after 2 days of having him, my daughter was only 2 at the time, we was going out and I put her in the push chair, turned round to get my coat and the dog bit her face, have no idea why, I know he came from an abusive home and I can only think they had a small child and he associated the push chair with his previous home, we took him back and they had to put him to sleep as they couldn't re home him once he had bit, the thing with rescue dogs is you don't know their background and you take home any baggage they may have, I have had puppies ever since as you can bring them up as you wish and you know they have no bad memories, though you do have to go through the house training and chewing stages

Again very true, there were dogs at the center I went that I wouldn't have dreamt of taking home, but they're in a stressful situation and it is very hard to tell what they will be like when in a home.

Mine wondered across the kennel and pushed himself up against the grid so I could pet him. That was it for me. He has been around 2 year olds, supervised as anyone that doesn't supervise any dog around small children are mad, cats, and puppies. I'll be lucky to find another dog like him, had other Staffies and Jack

Russels in the past. He makes me laugh everyday, at times over the last few years he's been the only thing that has made me smile each and everyday, that's another story though.

Mine was supposedly a stray, I don't think he was, as people have cottoned on to the fact if you walked into the rescue centre and said you found the dog, they take it right away thus bypassing the inch and a half thick waiting list.

An abused dog is always going to be risky, did the rescue center know you had young children in the house?"

yes they came to my home and did a house check, everyone in the family was in, it was just unfortunate

I know what you mean about making you laugh though, my Lab is so friendly and always so happy to see you, I can have had the worse day possible but the love that dogs shows you when you walk in the house is enough to put a smile on anyone's face, he's still only 18 month so still has a bit of settling down to do and can be a hand full with his boisterousness and knocks you flat on your back often when saying hello but he still makes me happy with the love he shows me

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"A mongrel from the RSPCA"

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By *reelove1969Couple
over a year ago

bristol

you shouldnt ...try walking a friends first

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Whatever dog you get you must ensure that you have the time and inclination to exercise/train/enjoy/feed/amuse the dog

To many people want to get a dog and do not realise that they are, in essence, taking on a child that will never grow up.

They are a huge amount of responsibility. You need to think about going to work every day as well as holidays!

If your dog is bored it will chew whatever is in front of it, to many people put this down to teething!

If it is not trained properly it will ruin your house, you will then blame the dog and put it back in kennels!

I am not singling out anyone on this thread but have seen this happen to many times.

Please please think this through before you do it.

If you have thought it through and decide you do want one the go for what you can cope with.

A gundog/retriever takes needs more long distance kind of exercise than a greyhound/whippet kind of dog. Both need exercise but in different ways.

Please research before you take one on.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

My gf and i have a landseer...a big beautiful female... weve had labs in the past so it was big dog time

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Really enjoyed this clip. Anyone who has/had a dog will really get this

http://youtu.be/nGeKSiCQkPw

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By *erseysideridersCouple
over a year ago

wallasey

just lost my faithful mate after 13yrs ,,my other dog is bringin his coat2 me so we can go look 4 his buddy ,,,choose wise their love n devotion is endless ask 4 little give grt rewards in rite hands ,

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"wanted one for awhile now and just don't know enough about them ,I want a dog not too big or small and cute help thanks

also are the already trained or do I have to sort that ?

Jesus Christ please don't get a dog! "
yep, my thoughts exactly.....maybe a goldfish in the first instance OP........

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"just lost my faithful mate after 13yrs ,,my other dog is bringin his coat2 me so we can go look 4 his buddy ,,,choose wise their love n devotion is endless ask 4 little give grt rewards in rite hands , "

Really sorry to hear that. My old boy, Louis, is now 12. Springer so is still mentally 2 but the body just won't keep with him!

You are so right about their love and devotion. They also trust us implicitly. That trust should not be misplaced.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"wanted one for awhile now and just don't know enough about them ,I want a dog not too big or small and cute help thanks

also are the already trained or do I have to sort that ?

Jesus Christ please don't get a dog! yep, my thoughts exactly.....maybe a goldfish in the first instance OP........"

Actually I have only just read the original post now and echo the above. Don't! I think you can get a virtual dog online somewhere. Practice on that before you get a goldfish

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Staffie. Medium sized dog, extremely friendly and one of the very few dogs recommended by the UK kennel club to be kept as a pet.

Check out your local rescue centre.

If you can find a good one it'll be house trained at the least.

I may be slightly biased

Ditto. Best dogs ever... But I'm also biased.

If Staffies are the best dogs to have, then why would there be rescue ones available?

And why does nearly every news report of dog attacks feature Staffies?"

Because rottweilers lost their kudos a few years ago and the press seized on the NED/ staffie epidemic. A well loved well treated Staffie makes as loyal and safe a pet as you can wish. However kids should never be left unsupervised with ANY breed.

Ps I am a J R terrier owner

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By *ighland_RoseCouple
over a year ago

Brigadoon

These are some things to think about before you get any dog of any breed:

Do you have time for a dog? Dogs are pack animals and don't like to be left alone for long periods of time and also need to be taken for walks.

Do you have the room for a dog? Are you in a house or a flat, do you have a garden, where is the dog going to poo and pee? Where is it going to sleep? And did you know dogs can be a bit smelly and dirty, are you prepared for that in your home?

Can you afford a dog? Apart from the initial outlay of buying the dog, it's bed, collar & leash, there will be vets bills, quite a few in the first year of life because of the immunisations. Then there will be food, flea and worm preventions, kenneling if you need to go away. Then once the dog gets old there could be a lot more vets bills.

What stage are you at in your life right now? Single? In a relationship? Married? If your life may change in the near future will there be room for a dog in it? Is your accommodation rented? It can be hard to find accommodation if you have pets so you need to know you are secure where you are living.

I think going to visit a re-homing centre and asking lots of questions is your best bet, but be aware they will ask you lots as well and the dogs will be their priority not you

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By *reelove1969Couple
over a year ago

bristol

i thought we had decided to test drive him with a goldfish first ?

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By *ighland_RoseCouple
over a year ago

Brigadoon


"i thought we had decided to test drive him with a goldfish first ?"

Ok...revised:

These are some things to think about before you get any fish of any breed:

Do you have time for a fish? Fish are pack animals and don't like to be left alone for long periods of time and also need to be taken for walks.

Do you have the room for a fish? Are you in a house or a flat, do you have a garden, where is the fish going to poo and pee? Where is it going to sleep? And did you know fish can be a bit smelly and dirty, are you prepared for that in your home?

Can you afford a fish? Apart from the initial outlay of buying the fish, it's tank, castle & little diver, there will be vets bills, quite a few in the first year of life because of the immunisations. Then there will be food, flea and worm preventions, kenneling if you need to go away. Then once the fish gets old there could be a lot more vets bills.

What stage are you at in your life right now? Single? In a relationship? Married? If your life may change in the near future will there be room for a fish in it? Is your accommodation rented? It can be hard to find accommodation if you have pets so you need to know you are secure where you are living.

I think going to visit a petshop and asking lots of questions is your best bet, but be aware they will ask you lots as well and the fish will be their priority not you

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I would say get a border collie as they are very loyal, downside to them is they can get bored and they need excercising.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

The horror stories I've heard about vet bills in the last few years (10-25k) have put me right off. Imagine having to sell your car and all your stuff just to keep your best friend alive another year.

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By *ndy85!Man
over a year ago

near you

To be honest with your question any dog you think is cute will be the best choice if you bring it up from a pup and train him how you want. A dog is a reflection of its owner. I have been brought up with dogs I now have an American bull dog and she is amazing most the time but she was given to me because her owner could not look after her no more. So she does have some flaws.

As what people say with rspca im not too sure I know I wanted to get a rescue dog from battersea and they would not let me have one all because I have a child who visits regular but the dog was a family dog previously. ..????

Also my dad went to get a rescue again from battersea now my dad had 7acres of land with his house he had 1 other dog at the time and they would not give him one neither all because he had a dog. They would not let him try to introduce the dogs or anything so in the end he gave up. He now has 5 dogs 1 American bulldog 1 staff and 3 hooch's (I never can remember the breed but its the same as the dog out of turner and hooch).

All in all pick a dog you like the look of and get it from a puppy the you can bring him up as a true reflection of you or how you want him.

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By *tressfreeMan
over a year ago

Northampton

I've always had rescue dogs. You take a chance but if you're not experienced with dogs you may find it difficult if it has behavioural problems.

A puppy needs a lot of patience too. But as said before, a cockerpoo is ideal. Great natured, doesn't moult good with kids.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

You should read up on breeds and choose one that suits u and ur life style. No point getting a cute puppy that then turns into a dog that needs loads of excise and is a hyper breed if u dont have that kind of time to spend with training etc. Hope thats helped

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By *tressfreeMan
over a year ago

Northampton


"You should read up on breeds and choose one that suits u and ur life style. No point getting a cute puppy that then turns into a dog that needs loads of excise and is a hyper breed if u dont have that kind of time to spend with training etc. Hope thats helped "

Time for training is essential, whatever the breed.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"depends what life style you have

I have a greyhound that I love to death, very laid back dog, don't need loads of exercise, sleep most of the day, idea for people who arnt to active

I also have a Labrador they are very active dogs, if you don't have to walk your dog 3 or 4 times a day they arnt the dog for you"

We have just got a lurcher, greyhound x collie, got her from a rescue at 9 week old she is now 13 weeks and is the best dog ever, super clever picks stuff up really quickly, but then the greyhound in her makes her so lazy, if we're not walking her or playing with her she just goes to her bed and goes to sleep and can be there for hours, I would recommend them to anyone especially if you have a busy lifestyle

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

We have had rescue dogs, the first being a golden retriever the second a working Lakeland terrier both were great, my latest is over protected/ spoilt and a great companion. Do not touch the Mrs its her dog

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By *ucy and CarlCouple
over a year ago

Broadstairs

If you work and the dog is going to be alone all day I would say get a tin of hot dogs. However, if someone is at home and able too take it out on long walks everyday. By that I mean everyday come rain or shine a beagle makes a lovely companion. But think, is a dog really for you?

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By *B9 QueenWoman
over a year ago

Over the rainbow, under the bridge

I would avoid a staffie from a rescue centre. They tend not to be pure bred and may be there because they've not been treated well.

Go to a reputable breeder. The RSPCA may tell you that they are staffies but they are often a mixed bull breed. My staffie was kennel club registered and a show winner. Fantastic temperament. Many I've seen in dogs homes look nothing like a real staffie. And often you will have no idea of its background.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Get a lab as there in the middle of what you want, also very calm, friendly and caring

if you met my lab your wouldn't say that he is far from calm and on the go 24/7, never sits down"

Lol i have a black lab and he lays in front of the open fire and wont move, also have a rottweiler and hes a hypo dog always on the go lol

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

There seems to be many new breeds appearing and I don't know whether these dogs are becoming an established recognised kennel.club breed or are still classed as crossbreeds, cockapoos, Springerpoos, chorkies etc, I've never heard of half of them. The poodle seems to feature in a lot of it, i imagine because people don't want dogs to shed fur.

Of course all dogs were interbred with other breeds to get what they are today. There seems to be a lot more of it now though

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By *U1966Man
over a year ago

Devon

English Setter nice size and very good with kids had three

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Cockapoo

I saw the cutest one of these the other day

I have 2

Can I come and see your puppies mister

As if you needed to ask.

Doors never locked"

Mrnotts is just starting the car

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