Which breed should I choose???

I'm thinking I would like a smaller breed dog that my daughter could handle at shows and also could sit on my knee without cutting off the blood supply to my legs! A dog from the pastoral group would be convenient, so it could be shown on the same day as the Estrelas, but I would consider a breed from outside of their group.

So far I like Vallhunds, Finnish Lapphunds and Pyrennean Sheepdogs (though pyr sheepdogs may be too high energy for me). I want a dog that gets on with other dogs and cats, and is medium energy so can chill at work with me during the day. Not too much coat, as my daughter would also be helping with the grooming side.

I wouldn't want a toy breed either, as my dogs are big and I wouldn't want it to get injured if they tripped over it etc.

Any suggestions?

Lancashire Heeler, Corgi, Buhund?

defo not a Corgi and the oh isn't keen on Heelers. I like Buhunds, but, ahem, (whispers) not keen on some of the Buhund people at shows!

what about mini schnauzers.....?



thats my next dog after the collie, GSD and munsterlander

No, I don't want anything that need hand stripping - too much work!

No toys?? that leaves my suggestion of a Yorkshire Terrorist out then.

Border Terrier?

How about a Basenji?? Or too small?
And wrong group...but I bet your daughter would love one!!!!

Vallhunds are fabulous company and any I know are very social - nice and active but also know how to relax.

again - hand stripping! Not for me thanks!
A possibility! I had a Basenji breed book as a child so I've always liked them. They are on my ;maybe' list!

I like Vallhunds - they are like little Elkhounds!