Need some input

**lookin4caninecompanion** · 10-09-2005, 02:03 PM

Originally Posted by Uabassoon

I think your best bet is to just take your children down to the shelter and have them meet all the dogs that fir your description until you find the right one. Every dog is different, is also depends on how they were socialized as puppies. I would suggest a toy breed because as stated above they are very fragile which might not be good idea if you have a toddler. You could easily find a nice mixed breed to fit your specifications. Also don't forget to look at dogs that are out of that puppy stage. Adult dogs are a lot more mellow than puppies which might be a good fit for your household.

That's basically what I'm looking for. A dog anywhere from 5 months to 5 year of age. THey have to be neutered so a puppy wouldn't fit our criteria. Besides there are adult dogs out there getting put to sleep because no one wants a "grown" dog, just a "cute little puppy".

**Uabassoon** · 10-09-2005, 02:05 PM

Originally Posted by lookin4caninecompanion

That's basically what I'm looking for. A dog anywhere from 5 months to 5 year of age. THey have to be neutered so a puppy wouldn't fit our criteria. Besides there are adult dogs out there getting put to sleep because no one wants a "grown" dog, just a "cute little puppy".

That's great that you are looking to adopt an older dog! A few months ago my girlfriend and I adopted Payson, a 3 year old Jack Russell terrier mix who is just the sweetest dog I've ever met. We went to several shelters and met many different dogs before we met him and just knew that he was the perfect dog for us.

**beeniesmom** · 10-09-2005, 04:10 PM

I have two boston terriers and they are the sweetest dogs.
They are great and very patient with kids.
The only bad thing about them is that they don't care to be left alone.

You can do some research at: www.akc.org to see what characteristics better suit you and your family.

www.petfinder.con can help you find a dog in your area that needs to be rescued.

Good luck and let us know what you get!

**luvofallhorses** · 10-09-2005, 04:35 PM

Hello and welcome to Pet Talk!!

I don't think small dogs do well with children. I would consider getting a labrador retriever or a golden retriever, because they are very loyal(not saying dogs aren't loyal) and protective of their families especially children.

I would go do a search for a shelter or rescue at http://www.petfinder.com ...good luck on your search and please keep us updated.

**lookin4caninecompanion** · 10-09-2005, 08:27 PM

Originally Posted by luvofallhorses

Hello and welcome to Pet Talk!!

I don't think small dogs do well with children. I would consider getting a labrador retriever or a golden retriever, because they are very loyal(not saying dogs aren't loyal) and protective of their families especially children.

I would go do a search for a shelter or rescue at http://www.petfinder.com ...good luck on your search and please keep us updated.

I would LOVE to get a lab, but their not small-medium sized dogs. That's what the agreement said. I have to have a small-medium sized dog.

Of course, unless I can find a lab mixed with somethign smaller.
LIke... a terrier?

I LOVE HORSES too!!!! What breeds do you have?