I have always had rescue dogs, an ex-racing greyhound, an adult Labrador, a 12 month Lab cross, an 11 month chihuahua/jrt and an 11 month Beagle/jrt. For most of the time I've had 2 dogs which suited us all very well. I'm currently down to just the Beagle/jrt who is 18 months old and although he is great, he's not a cuddly animal. I'm looking into getting a lapdog, possibly treating myself to a puppy for the first time. I appreciate that they are hard work (obviously not really until I've actually done it!) but my children are now sixth form age and I don't work so I have the time to put in. I understand the issues of puppy farms and unscrupulous breeders, hence the many rescue animals. I'd want to find a nice, small scale breeder. I wouldn't be looking for a pedigree champion type or to breed her myself, just a friendly little pup.
Please could you offer any recommendations? I'm tempted with a chihuahua but our previous chi/jrt didn't ever grasp housetraining 100% which would be nice to avoid! We didn't really mind as she was gorgeous but it was a bit of a pain. My current dog absolutely loves all other dogs and has socialised with my neighbour's puppy so I am not concerned about him taking against a new friend, I actually think he could really do with a new pack buddy.
Thank you for any help
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doubleristretto · 26/10/2016 17:36
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