FabSwingers.com forum: Sell me your dog

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

Well, not literally, but... We're in the very early stages of talking about getting a new dog. I would not be adverse to a rescue dog but with 3 young children in the house I would be slightly weary. We have a decent sized home and a postage stamp garden but live directly on a park so plenty of space. I'm taken with the idea of a cockerpoo - the no shedding appeals to me.

What do you have or what would you get?

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By *olgateMan
over a year ago

on the road to nowhere in particular

Why don't you get a real poodle instead of a cockerthingy?

Great dogs, originally bred for hunting.

C...

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

I used to look after my old land lady's 3 King Charles cavalier spaniels (3 generations of same family) when she stayed at her Welsh home for months on end. They were beautiful and with excellent demeanours. Fell in love with the breed ever since.

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By *iamondjoeMan
over a year ago

Glastonbury

I kept pet rats for about a decade

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

I have a Labrador and he the soppiest thing ever and good with my children and well everyone else too xx

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

"I kept pet rats for about a decade

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

I would look into the rescue dogs....theres some really nice dogs..they end up at the dogs home through no fault of their own alot of them....but I'm a real soft touch when it comes to dogs.

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

I had a rescue dog...akita/gsd cross. (Now with my ex)

Absolutely the softest dog I have ever known. Great personality, fantastic with kids.

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By *om and JennieCouple
over a year ago

Chams or Socials

"I would look into the rescue dogs....theres some really nice dogs..they end up at the dogs home through no fault of their own alot of them....but I'm a real soft touch when it comes to dogs."

My dad has a rescue dog - she's lovely!! Not sure what mix of breeds though! Nice & small, great with the kids, loves being fussed. We look after her sometimes so satisfies the need for a dog of our own

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

I have a border collie. Great dogs. Can be a bit temperamental, like all dogs! Certainly round your three children up!! They are affectionate and loyal. Full of fun and if bought up with children act like one too.

The downside....they do like a lot of exercise.

But so do most medium to large dogs. Labs can be a bit more docile as they grow out of the puppy stage. Spaniels....mad!

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

I've previously had boxers, bearded collies and polish lowlands.

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

Rescue home normally assess the dogs for various things and they wouldn't re-home to a family with young children if they thought it was a hazard.

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

Small dog,small poo. My daughter's Chihuahua / Pomeranian cross is great with the kids,friendly and playful but can be a bit stubborn about coming when called,if the cat is on the fence. My most lovable dog and excellent with children wad my German Shepherd. A beautiful dog with a lovely temperament and easy to train. A mare to brush though.

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

"Well, not literally, but... We're in the very early stages of talking about getting a new dog. I would not be adverse to a rescue dog but with 3 young children in the house I would be slightly weary. We have a decent sized home and a postage stamp garden but live directly on a park so plenty of space. I'm taken with the idea of a cockerpoo - the no shedding appeals to me.

What do you have or what would you get?"

The breed you mention are lovely but coats still need to be groomed which can be an expense if you go to a groomer. Staffies love children and are very loyal - all dogs are a product of their upbringing.

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

If you are tempted by a particular breed, always do some research into that breed's general tendencies in terms of both personality and vulnerabilities. Certain breeds, for instance, are more likely to suffer from back or leg problems than others. Vets bills (and insurance) can be crippling. That said, you can't have a better friend than a pooch.

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

"Why don't you get a real poodle instead of a cockerthingy?

Great dogs, originally bred for hunting.

C..."

I had a poodle growing up lovely dogs xx

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By *ickawitchCouple
over a year ago

Away with the fairies (Liverpool to you)

We have Staffies and they are brilliant with children, cats, ferrets and rabbits - they are very excitable and so much fun. They are people pleasers so very affectionate

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By *olgateMan
over a year ago

on the road to nowhere in particular

"Why don't you get a real poodle instead of a cockerthingy?

Great dogs, originally bred for hunting.

C...

I had a poodle growing up lovely dogs xx"

I knew there was something about you that I really liked

C...

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By *issHottieBottieWoman
over a year ago

Kent

"I kept pet rats for about a decade

Me too! They're awesome!

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

Irish Setter

Amazing temperament, great with children, loving, loyal, beautiful..!!!

Would highly recommend puppy training classes from a young age as can be totally scatty..!!

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

an irish setter is my fav doggy x

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By *ickawitchCouple
over a year ago

Away with the fairies (Liverpool to you)

"I kept pet rats for about a decade

Love rats! We have had loads over the years very intelligent. Sooooo friendly and they smell cosy when I sniff them....it's a TCP kind of smell and I love it

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

We have a French Bulldog and love the bread. The females seem to be great around kids. ( They will treat the kids as if they're hers.)

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

What do you have or what would you get?

I fully agree with you..you only get out of them what you put into them...never had a staffie,all the ones I've had contact with have been lovely dogs.

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

What do you have or what would you get?"

Beagal

Vizlar

Winaramma

Chocolate lab

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

We have a lab cross,the softiest dog ever and a ginger welsh sheep dog a bit snappy, greyhounds are great in our personal experience but never seen a greyhound puupy,they have all been rescue dogs

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

German Shepherds are awesome dogs, very smart, but they shed alot and they are alot like having a 2 yr old with the amount of attention they need. We have a Bull mastiff now and though she's quite large, about 125 lbs, she is very gentle and doesn't require much attention ....we joke that she's like a giant cat.

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

We also have a long hair chihuahua, he's a character but sometimes chihuahuas can be temperamental especially with young children.

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

would love a dog but my shifts are too long - plus i dont want to pick up dog poo

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

"We also have a long hair chihuahua, he's a character but sometimes chihuahuas can be temperamental especially with young children."
2 of those dogs live next door and bark their heads off all day long

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By *picyminxWoman
over a year ago

Huntingdon

What do you have or what would you get?"

They aren't all guaranteed not to shed unless they have a certain gene. (which can be tested) . If you buy any mongrel make sure you don't pay over the odds for it x

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

PUG

Best little dogs ever, brilliant with kids, only thing is they do malt

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

We have a border collie, he's 8 months old now and is a very intelligent loving dog but has the attitude of a teenager at times. He's great with kids and loves other animals (we've got loads of small furries).

The one bit of advice is to get insurance - so many people se it as a waste of money, which it can seem that way if not used but we got our dog in July and at the end of November he was diagnosed with bilateral hip dysplasia and the vets statement came through yesterday for just short of £700 with weekly ongoing treatment and daily medication (currently at a cost of £105 a week) luckily he's insured but the money is fast being spent and after that it's our responsibility to pay for him - we will pay whatever it takes to get him right but I just thought it was the fact we couldn't have nights away without a dog sitter that was going to be the biggest pain not the £100 a week vets bills! Anyway you might not want to buy my dog now...he also chews the post and ate a packet of Trebor strong mints this morning...but I love him

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

I don't have a dog but look after 2 huskys once a week for a friend and love them to bits there great fun but need lots of exercise,

I I also pop in the local animal sanctuary regular and spend a bit time with there guests, I'd go for a rescue dog because any bad habits the dog had are picked up while guests at the centre and corrected before they are rehomed, and if you did have a problem you could return it

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

I've also got a chihuahua. Definitely small poo which is a big plus point! They are a perfect size. She loves walking when it's sunny, but isn't keen on wind and rain which suits me fine. She adores cuddles and is wonderful company.

As someone has pointed out they can be yappy (mine isn't particularly ) but worth bearing in mind if you live somewhere with lots of passersby.

There are sites where you can look after other people's dogs (like Fab but with dogs!),such as borrowmydoggy . Also many rescue places look for temporary foster homes. It might be worth trying that if you were unsure. That said, I can't imagine you would regret getting a dog! Xx

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

I've got a Staffie cross. Don't know what she's crossed with mind. She's nutty but so adorable. Love her to bits. Such an affectionate pooch. Great with kids. There's so many Staffies in rescue centres. They get such a bad name! I believe they're only as good or bad as their owner. As is ant dog. It's all about respect. Got her from battersea dogs home 18 months ago. They have loads there. It's heartbreaking.

Whatever you decide enjoy.

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

Flatcoated retriever without a doubt the best dog I have every been owned by! Versatile brilliant with kids eager to please not very common but be warned if there is mud or water within a mile they will find it

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

We have a 2 yr old French/Italian mastiff cross . Whilst he is very large, he is very calm and gentle with our kids. He doesn't shed nor does he need massive amounts of excercise. He spends most of the day asleep. We have had Collies, Rotties and Labs in the past and none of them have been so docile as Doof. Highly recommended family dog is a mastiff.

A x

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

"I have a Labrador and he the soppiest thing ever and good with my children and well everyone else too xx"

Good choice as have a choc lab, totally bonkers and great with kids

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

"I kept pet rats for about a decade

Saw you as more of a hamster kinda guy...

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By *ab femWoman
over a year ago

Ayrshire

Weimaraners. They think they are lap dogs. They are the sweetest clumsiest dogs ever. Very loyal and caring but no good if you can't take them big walks.

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

I'll be your dawg.....

name that tune lol

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

All breeds have their own rescue groups .so if wanted a lab you could take on a slight older one that needs a home .

Just Google the breed and rescue groups .

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

Lots to look into. Thank you.

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By *aid backMan
over a year ago

by a lake with my rod out

iv always had bull breeds staffies and English bull terriers. my current dag is a bull terrier deaf from birth got from a breeder that was going to get him destroyed. there are lots of bull breed dogs in rescue places and I couldn't recommend them more they are fun loyal and just love cuddles. but make sure that they dont have behaviour problems I rescued a bully that had issues that took a lot of time to work on but totally worth it.

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By *ust RachelTV/TS
over a year ago

Horsham

I have a Shih Tzu bitch, a brilliant first dog, if we had the room I would love another border collie.

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

I have Pooch or should I say its an equalish partnership, he is far clever than I am .

He is a large chap , and does leave alot of hairy fluff every where.

Takes heaps of walking ,ha ha if you ever wondered where my profile name comes from

So MsD getting a pooch is just wonderful but given your home , garden and family go for some thing small

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

Having young children I do understand reservations about rescue dogs but most will come with a comprehensive history.

We've had a German shepherd .Rotties and a huskey X with young children.

Have 2 Labs now. Great dogs

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

I'd happily sell my neighbours dog.

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By *uscious_lips30Woman
over a year ago

gloucestershire

All breeds of dogs are good with children, it all depends on how people train the dog and if the children have respect for the dog. You need a dog which you have the time and space for. It's pointless having a small home and a big dog cos that's when they get bored and start wrecking the joint. But also breeds do have there health issues, golden retrievers r prone to cancer, hip problems etc

Spaniels get grass seeds in the ears.

I grew up being around dogs as my mum showed and trained them. We had 3 goldies, border collie and a cocker spaniel. I learnt respect for my spaniel as I was playing to rough with him and he bit me, I never did it again. When at shows I would be sat in cages wiv puppies looking after them. Aggressive dogs never scared me they still don't now.

But it annoys me when chavvy boys have staffies and you see them winding the dog up and u think I hope that dog bites him

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By *raceytvcdTV/TS
over a year ago

mansfield

"I kept pet rats for about a decade

Not heard of that breed of dog

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By *i1971Man
over a year ago

Cornwall

You can't guarantee the non-shedding nature of a cocker/poodle cross, so if that was the main reason for considering that mix you may be disappointed. Personally I've had a couple of dogs from rescue but was able to visit initially, then take them for walks on the rehoming centre, homecheck & picked up at following week. Two of the best decisions I made. One spaniel and latterly a lab

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By *raceytvcdTV/TS
over a year ago

mansfield

"iv always had bull breeds staffies and English bull terriers. my current dag is a bull terrier deaf from birth got from a breeder that was going to get him destroyed. there are lots of bull breed dogs in rescue places and I couldn't recommend them more they are fun loyal and just love cuddles. but make sure that they dont have behaviour problems I rescued a bully that had issues that took a lot of time to work on but totally worth it. "

Wouldnt trust a bull breed with children,a english bull attacked my dog ended up having to strangle it of with a chain lead

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By *ady LickWoman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

We're thinking of getting a dog to.

I like the idea of a poodle cross but i met a wire haired hungarian visla the other day. Absolutely gorgeous. Good with kids, obedient etc. There's some puppies in Bedford and i'm very tempted but the commitment is scaring me! X

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By *ouple in LancashireCouple
over a year ago

in Lancashire

"I kept pet rats for about a decade

Not heard of that breed of dog

jack russel..?

only kidding..

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By *raceytvcdTV/TS
over a year ago

mansfield

"I kept pet rats for about a decade

Not heard of that breed of dog

jack russel..?

only kidding.."

Jack russell n rats naa they wont get on lol

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

"I kept pet rats for about a decade

Love rats! We have had loads over the years very intelligent. Sooooo friendly and they smell cosy when I sniff them....it's a TCP kind of smell and I love it

Loved my pet rat! He was so loving and affectionate.

Boarder terriers are great with kids, love to play. Also west Highland terriers.

However I agree with the guys above, go to a rescue centre. They will match you with a child friendly dog, and it's a lovely feeling knowing you've rescued the dog and given it a loving home. I've found rescue dogs to be very loving, as if they are grateful to you.

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By *he Master JMan
over a year ago

Southall

I lost the love of my life recently my 16 year old german shepherd she was there when my kids were growing up and was the most placid girl you could ever hope for

I am left with my"daughters" pom maltese cross who is like a child and totally lost without her

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By *irtyGirlWoman
over a year ago

Edinburgh

We used to have a Lhasa Apso... he was the best dog I've ever known. (We all say that!) I also used to work in a boozer with a golden retriever and he was also ace.

Good luck whichever breed you choose, no-one will ever love you the way a dog does.

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

What ever dog you think you want... I'd bet you will come back with something else.

We went to a rescue centre to get a small dog. We were lined up to get either a Pug it a Jack Russel cross ... We came home with our chow chow. Just fell in love and he is brilliant. Not very dog like though and does shed. But I always said no dogs.... I'm trying to save now for a chow chow puppy.... As teddy is 9 x

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By *inky-MinxWoman
over a year ago

Grantham

"We used to have a Lhasa Apso... he was the best dog I've ever known. (We all say that!) I also used to work in a boozer with a golden retriever and he was also ace.

Good luck whichever breed you choose, no-one will ever love you the way a dog does.

I have a Lhasa

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By *inky-MinxWoman
over a year ago

Grantham

With children on the house a rescue dog can be the best thing as there should be no puppy training & accidents.

Even if you feel you have to have a specific breed there will be a rescue organisation for that breed.

All my pets are rescues and it's so worth it.

I love all dogs but the smaller ones tend to live longer and look like puppies all their lives

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By *ichaelangelaCouple
over a year ago

notts

cockapoo, labradoodle, sprocker, call em what you like ... they are mongrels

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

Wouldnt recommend either of mine. I have a border collie whos mental. He needs enormous amounts of excercise and attention and has O.C.D. I also have a jackuahauaha! (Haha, ridiculous, shes a tiny little jack russel) and shes very grumpy, not great with kids xx

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

Golden retrievers ,, and welsh boys a good mix

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

I was brought up with a chihuahua yappy and nippy

When my kids were small I consulted a vet for best dogs around children and he advised labrador or doberman I chose dobbie due to the short hair and she was perfect.. now have a black lab.. soppy as shite and great with all dogs and kids.

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

"cockapoo, labradoodle, sprocker, call em what you like ... they are mongrels"

Obviously breeders with connections mongrels...

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

Any working dog.. if you can't give enough time to exercise them they will get boisterous and drive you mad at home.

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

I have a sproodle.... Springer/poodle cross.

She's just delightful, biggish, smart, even tempered, a little excitable. Anything with spaniel in needs a fair bit of exercise. She costs me about £40 every 8 weeks or so to go to the doggy salon for a hair cut.

But I'm not going to sell her to you

Xxxx

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

I have a sproodle.... Springer/poodle cross.

But I'm not going to sell her to you

Xxxx

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

I have 4 buy dogs big softies around the kids.. 2 old English bulldogs 1 English bullmastiff and a alahlapa blue blood bulldog absolutely amazing dogs

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By *ilacWoman
over a year ago

Cheshire

What do you have or what would you get?

Beagal

Vizlar

Winaramma

Chocolate lab "

You've chosen four really hard breeds. vizsla are so vocal and high energy. Weimaraner are prone to separation anxiety, chocolate labs are notoriously high energy and crazy compared to the black and yellow labs (hence why they don't use them as support dogs) and beagals are a nightmare and can go missing if find a scent off lead.

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

What do you have or what would you get?"

I have a springbatt and she is fantastic with kids! Also have a bedlington terrier, great personality, great with kids, very gently, they do also imprint on one person.

Good luck on search X

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By *ot40sCouple
over a year ago

birmingham

What do you have or what would you get?"

I have my own business and one of my clients had 4 children... They wanted a puppy and bought a cocker poo he was wonderful with the children they have such a gentle nature so I think it's a good choice

Anna x

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By *ot40sCouple
over a year ago

birmingham

I also had a chocolate doberman who was brilliant with my children not everyone's choice I know but alot of a dogs temperament depends on how they are treated.

My zeus was wonderful x

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

Cats are where it's at! Get a lickle puddy tat x

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

"Cats are where it's at! Get a lickle puddy tat x "

No one owns a cat

They'll tolerate humans if they're treated good enough.

Or they'll seek a better life elsewhere.

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

We have an alaskan malamute, a siberian husky and a yorkie, all three were rescue dogs albeit the mal was only 13 weeks old when he was rescued. The mal and the husky are amazing dogs very intelligent and reasonably easy to train although very easily bored so training needs to vary.

All three are great with our five year old and with every other child they have met. The only issues with the big two are that the shed and I mean alot and that they can be a little vocal and argumentative when they want to be , it is like living with two teenagers at times.

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By *irtyGirlWoman
over a year ago

Edinburgh

I also think that if you go to the rescue centre with an open mind you'll most likely find that the right dog chooses you.

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

Id go to the dogs home and aslong as no bad history give one a home. Especially a old one thats never had a real home

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

"I also had a chocolate doberman who was brilliant with my children not everyone's choice I know but alot of a dogs temperament depends on how they are treated.

My zeus was wonderful x"

Chocolate Dobermans are beautiful. They look very similar to a chocolate and tan dachshund....but obviously taller

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By *trawberry-popWoman
over a year ago

South East Midlands NOT

My bull mastif was the soppiest old softie. Lovely with kids and other dogs, and a good guard dog. People were petrified of her to look at but she just wanted a fuss, a short walk and feeding and she was happy.

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

Our dog was from the Cardiff RSPCA shelter. Had him as a puppy. He is a German Shepherd x Welsh collie. Very loyal and a wonderful temperament. He is 12 now. Some may disagree with this but we think a dog chooses you. When we went to see the dogs he came straight to us.

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By *exycouplemmmmCouple
over a year ago

Surrey

"I would look into the rescue dogs....theres some really nice dogs..they end up at the dogs home through no fault of their own alot of them....but I'm a real soft touch when it comes to dogs."

This ??Xxx

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

"I have a Labrador and he the soppiest thing ever and good with my children and well everyone else too xx"

As a family dog, labs rule.

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

We've got a spaniel. He is as soft as a brush. When Mrs N is shagging and shouting and screaming with joy he comes in the room to see if she is alright as it must be a bit traumatic for him. Ahhhh.

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

Did loads of research into this last year and was surprised to learn that a Staffy was advised over and over. Brilliant with kids, no hassle.

Got one from the rescue centre and he proved to be everything we'd been told. Been no problem at all and picks up new tricks really quickly.

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

we have a Westie x bichon - best little dog ever - and doesn't moult

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By *inky-MinxWoman
over a year ago

Grantham

"Cats are where it's at! Get a lickle puddy tat x

No one owns a cat

They'll tolerate humans if they're treated good enough.

Or they'll seek a better life elsewhere."

A cat has never left me, though I've been 'adopted' by them

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By *lligator3Man
over a year ago

Dundee

Our breeder successfully crossed a bull dog with a shitzu....You know what's it's called??

Rex.

(Admit it, you thought you were about to get the dumb and dumber gag

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

"Our breeder successfully crossed a bull dog with a shitzu....You know what's it's called??

Rex.

(Admit it, you thought you were about to get the dumb and dumber gag

a shit-dog?

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

Iv had various dogs over the years . Lakeland terriers . Rotti . A x . Lurchers of different types . Staffs . I find staffs to be very loyal dogs and good protectors .

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By *aulziukMan
over a year ago

Glasgow

I have a cockapoo, absolutely fantastic dogs.

Like you mentioned, don't shed, great temperament and very affectionate. They are good mix with the intelligence of a poodle and energy of a spaniel.

Can't recommend enough. Feel free to get in touch if you want more info

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

We adopted a rescue dog. 6 years ago, Westie, heinz!! spaniel size, with a dalmatian spotty coat, when clipped.. Adorable temperament..

My youngest, was born 7 months, later. And grew up, sitting in the dogs basket, along side him. He has been painted pink, worn a Batman Cape, dressed in a santa suit, and has never, ever lifted a lip. In anger...

So many rescue dogs.. Need a forever home..

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

"I'll be your dawg.....

name that tune lol"

Kia- ora.

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By *inzi LTV/TS
over a year ago

The Garden of Eden in Beautiful North Wales

What do you have or what would you get?"

Get a cat... according to O2 they're much more dog!

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

I've always had rescue dogs but since having kids it's difficult to get a pooch from a rehoming centre like Battersea.

I'm looking at Cockerpoos, medium size, minimal fur shedding with a good temprement ~ perfect

Ps....i have a breeder on recommendation, if you like I can pm you the details.

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

Adopt, don't shop. So many dogs out there waiting for their forever home.

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

I had a wonderful friend.He was a rescue dog,found as a pup abandoned in a shoe box.Was part Burmese mountain dog,with God knows what else.Brilliant nature.Would always attack any aggression.He even growled and snarled at me if I slapped my leg.

Loved him to pieces and miss him every day.

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By *illwill69uMan
over a year ago

moston

What do you have or what would you get?"

Hi OP. Just read this thread and there have been lots of suggestions of many breeds telling you how good they all are. But not one mention of the downside of buying a pedigree dog.

Here is my advice...

Before buying any dog spend a few £'s and ask a vet what problems the breed suffer from (they all prone genetic defects through interbreeding). If you want to avoid this pitfall buy a cross-breed or mongrel. You may not be able to show the dog, but I get the idea your not interested in that.

Hope this is of help to you.

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

What do you have or what would you get?"

Most rescues will not rehome to people with young children.. Best to research the ones near you to see there restrictions and requirements

Any dog is a good family dog If brought up the right way and traind properly x

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

Wouldnt trust a bull breed with children,a english bull attacked my dog ended up having to strangle it of with a chain lead "

I have bull breads.. One very large... I have kids

... Never a problem.. There is no bad dog.. Just bad owners

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By *ire_bladeMan
over a year ago

Manchester

Looks at both my staffs starfishing on my bed and think are you bloody mad woman

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By *rMrs-Luv-ItCouple
over a year ago

cwmbranish

3 black lab/collie cross great family pets always been good with kids as well as good in the house there 5 now never really done any damage dno whats gone wrong with the pup mind his soooo naughty still great with kids and people though

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

Pomsky?

Its like a husky but stays small ^_^

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By *ickawitchCouple
over a year ago

Away with the fairies (Liverpool to you)

"Did loads of research into this last year and was surprised to learn that a Staffy was advised over and over. Brilliant with kids, no hassle.

Got one from the rescue centre and he proved to be everything we'd been told. Been no problem at all and picks up new tricks really quickly. "

Staffies love children....mine adore them and are so gentle with them. We don't have children of our own but have nieces and my bubs get so excited when they visit....lovely to see

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

I have 2 west Highland terriers lovely dogs don't shed there coat (have to be groomed) my first ever pets, best choice ever, as I did not have a clue what to get, as long as you buy from a reputable breeder as with any dog and see the parents, all should be good, Don't use puppy farms. Good choice you having children and not going to a rescue centre if no history of rescue dog you don't know what your getting.

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

Wouldnt trust a bull breed with children,a english bull attacked my dog ended up having to strangle it of with a chain lead

I have bull breads.. One very large... I have kids

... Never a problem.. There is no bad dog.. Just bad owners "

totally agree - we have 3 staffies and they are fantastic.

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

"Did loads of research into this last year and was surprised to learn that a Staffy was advised over and over. Brilliant with kids, no hassle.

Got one from the rescue centre and he proved to be everything we'd been told. Been no problem at all and picks up new tricks really quickly.

Staffies love children....mine adore them and are so gentle with them. We don't have children of our own but have nieces and my bubs get so excited when they visit....lovely to see

I love the fact Staffies were called the Nanny dog as they are brilliant with children - they love people full stop, wouldn't be without mine.

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over a year ago

"We have a French Bulldog and love the bread. The females seem to be great around kids. ( They will treat the kids as if they're hers.)"

I got a frenchie for Xmas, she's a little cutie but so naughty!

We breed a large breed dogs however have lhaso apsos too, and she's totally different in personality to all of those.

She's currently at the bite everything stage so far this week I've had a tooth in my cheek and a fat lip as she does go a bit nutty when playing.

So any tips on training her would be good as having researched they can be stubborn.

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

"Did loads of research into this last year and was surprised to learn that a Staffy was advised over and over. Brilliant with kids, no hassle.

Got one from the rescue centre and he proved to be everything we'd been told. Been no problem at all and picks up new tricks really quickly.

Staffies love children....mine adore them and are so gentle with them. We don't have children of our own but have nieces and my bubs get so excited when they visit....lovely to see

I love the fact Staffies were called the Nanny dog as they are brilliant with children - they love people full stop, wouldn't be without mine."

One of mine is a Staffie..

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

95% of the reaction we've had to having a staffy has been good too which has also been a surprise - even old ladies stopping us in the street to fuss him.

The other 5% has been unpleasant or ignorant but the good far outweighs that.

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

I have an English Springer Spaniel and she is gorgeous, a gentle and loving dog.

She is a show springer so slightly less lively than field types, she still likes lots of exercise. A lovely family dog, but requires training and effort put in at the beginning as they have a tendency to become destructive if not stimulated enough.

If I had a large house and looking to get another dog I would have a Dogue de Bordeaux, my friend has one, I love him even though I get covered in slobber.

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By *inky-MinxWoman
over a year ago

Grantham

"There is no bad dog.. Just bad owners "

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

Wish we could own a dog, its a lurcher or whippet for us if we are lucky enough to own one in the future! good luck!

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

I'd like a Irish wolf hound

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By *picyminxWoman
over a year ago

Huntingdon

My favourite breed are boxers. Had two boxers and a baby many years the boxers were fantastic with my children and the baby but it took alot to dominate them. I now have a border collie who's amazing. He was a rescue dog I got him when he was a year old. Wouldn't swap him for the world but yet again you need to show him who's boss. Or he'll walk over me. Lol. I think you will eventually know when you've found the right dog, research some breeds , visit some kennels and look at more than one. I do believe its how you build the rapport with the dog and treat them more than the type of breed that makes a difference. A dog is very similar to a child. Good luck with your research

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By *ripleXrateDWoman
over a year ago

Ayrshire

"I kept pet rats for about a decade

So did my bf and his sister. I can't stand them their tales freak me out. Xxxxxx

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By *he Master JMan
over a year ago

Southall

"My favourite breed are boxers. Had two boxers and a baby many years the boxers were fantastic with my children and the baby but it took alot to dominate them. I now have a border collie who's amazing. He was a rescue dog I got him when he was a year old. Wouldn't swap him for the world but yet again you need to show him who's boss. Or he'll walk over me. Lol. I think you will eventually know when you've found the right dog, research some breeds , visit some kennels and look at more than one. I do believe its how you build the rapport with the dog and treat them more than the type of breed that makes a difference. A dog is very similar to a child. Good luck with your research

I grew up on a farm with working border collies and they are a beautiful dog but not keen on having too many people to answer to my favourite was a dog who would do anything for me or my uncle but hated everyone else

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By *ouple in LancashireCouple
over a year ago

in Lancashire

our next one will be a collie, probably rescue..

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By *empting Devil.Woman
over a year ago

Sheffield

Any poodle or part poodle will still shed but not as often.

However... It's not fur it's hair which keeps on growing (like the hair on your head) so will need regular trims and brushing.

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By *empting Devil.Woman
over a year ago

Sheffield

"We have a French Bulldog and love the bread. The females seem to be great around kids. ( They will treat the kids as if they're hers.)

I got a frenchie for Xmas, she's a little cutie but so naughty!

We breed a large breed dogs however have lhaso apsos too, and she's totally different in personality to all of those.

She's currently at the bite everything stage so far this week I've had a tooth in my cheek and a fat lip as she does go a bit nutty when playing.

So any tips on training her would be good as having researched they can be stubborn.

When she mouths you (or nibbles, nips or bites) you need to squeal a high pitched little cry as you feel her mouth. And pull whatever part it was away and drop your head and look sad. She'll be startled and look at you in shock and think she's played too rough. It's the noise their litter mates make when the play gets rough. If you keep doing it shell realise that it's not good and stop, but you need to do it every time her mouth/teeth go near you.

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

Some breeds get a bad rep but normally it's bad owners not bad dogs. They are a product of their environment. Show them respect and love and they will be your best friend. They give their love with no conditions.

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over a year ago

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

i have a labrador and a greyhound personally id recomend the greyhound over the lab, though i love them both to death the lab is much harder work, being intelligent dogs they get bored easy and tend to take it out on your house

as a puppy mine ate my home from top to bottom, even now at three year old hes still very boisterous you need lots of time as they need lots of walks, greyhounds are very timid, lethargic dogs, ive had mine from a puppy so hes not an ex racer, they dont need lots of excersise and are just massive couch potatos, in my opinion much better suited to familys with children, hes much more suited to just sleeping all day where as the lab is on the go 24/7

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