My ds, 4, is really terrified of dogs. No bad experiences, but I think it's to do with noise (he has other probs with hand driers hoovers, etc). However, the dog thing is profound. Took him to a friends today, to meet with her daughter's puppy; progress, was happy to be in the same room, as long as on mum or dad's lap, and a couple of times even stroked her rear end as long as he was well away from her head. She didn't bark the whole time - king charles spaniel, very loving.
At the mo we have 2 elderly cats, but i was wondering if, once they wend their way to the big snoozing duvet in the sky, about the wisdom of getting him his own puppy, involving him in the training etc, with the idea that it would also be a companion for him.
My friend, who has am only ds of 14 is of the opinion that their dog has been a life saver in this regard, a playmate and a friend to her ds over the years. Be kind, but tell me your opinions.
I know that different dogs have different temperaments; ideally one that is loyal especially to one 'leader' but that is friendly and not aggressive?
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What 'make' of puppy for a 6/7 yr old only child?
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dandycandyjellybean · 31/08/2009 21:36
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