Hi
We've decided to get a puppy in the next 12-18 months by which time my children will be nearly 7 and 4. I don't want to rescue a dog add we want the experience of having our dog from a puppy plus knowing it's background. I want a pedigree as I wouldn't know how to responsibly get a cross breed pup. Our what size it might turn out.
I have worked with dogs in the past but not in a home seeing so I often didn't see the whole picture.
So 1) not too big not too small. Springer is to big. Chihuahua is too small.
2) reasonable exercise requirements. Able to come on a long family walk but not go daft if we're having a lazier day.
3) no terriers. I have a cat and rabbits.
In many ways I think a cavalier would be great for the children but are the health risks too risky. I think a cocker could be great but is cocker rage too much of an issue.
Oh and I'm not mad about fluffy dogs.
Is there a dog for us?
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adogforme · 21/05/2013 18:22
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