Hi, looking for some advice please. We are looking to get our first family pet. I really love spaniels but DH is not so keen on their looks and would prefer a low shedding dog so we are thinking about a sproodle or an Airedale as a compromise. Trying to get some ideas of which breed would suit us best and wondered if anyone could help. I know there's a wide variety with the sproodle she as to whether they favour the poodle or springer side but my questions are:
How well do these two breeds tolerate being alone? There are 2 days a week when no one will be home for 6-10 hours although the dog would be walked before and after work. Would we need to have a dog sitter/walker come for those days?
How much exercise on average do you find your dog needs?
Any health problems?
How do they get on with children. We have DS (nearly 5) and I've read that both breeds are great with kids.
Are they good dogs for first time owners? DH had dogs as a child but we've never owned one as adults. I like the idea of going to classes and possibly even getting into agility or fly ball.
Thanks!