Both of them dogs are stunning.

If it was me I would go ahead with contact with the breeder and keep it a secret but take Jamie along with you to pick out a puppy, that way he will be able to make the initial contact with a puppy rather than getting one brought home which might be a bit of a shock if hes still rather tender about Anna.

I know alot of people are very sensitive about getting a new dogs quite soon but I find it does help, Especially when you are so used to having a set amount of dogs in the house.

Has he mentioned anything about getting a puppy or older dog again?