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27-11-2009, 12:46 AM
Originally Posted by lilypup 
definitely a rescue. in which case the dog will choose you and you will have no say in the matter!
wee muppet wouldnt stop jumping on me! i loved it really
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27-11-2009, 10:28 AM
Originally Posted by lore
I agree re the oldie, but really out of the smaller breeds, I'd love a border terrier, westie or a cocker spaniel
Borders are full of character and so cute, so are westies, and a cocker spaniel...oh my goodness what I wouldn't give for a cocker spaniel, I love them to bits.Well, okay any and all of the above if I had the room!
ATD x
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27-11-2009, 10:41 AM
the amount of persusion to stay with a Staff is not more than a hairs breadth from a yes....but thought I would expand my horizons.I adore my breed very much but also not convinced I will be able to hold one in years to come. Hence looking at the option of something smaller.
But I will take on your thoughts, ta muchly.
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27-11-2009, 10:56 AM
Originally Posted by Borderdawn
You know where I live Kazz, youre welcome.
Originally Posted by Brundog
would you not consider a rescue Karen?? Staffie first choice but just an older dog in need of a home??
) but holding that youngster for a bit the other day I was not so certain, maybe its my confidence thats been knocked....and it has been a bad week health wise...Lymphoedema...is a horrible secondary condition.
Originally Posted by Hali
Can I come back as your next dog - it sounds like a wonderful life with you
Of ocurse you can as long as you promise not to roll in horrible things. Seriously, I think you could have any breed you wanted.
Having seen Anne-Marie's Lola photos, how about a frenchie - they seem to have such character - I'm really taken with them (or with Lola anyway)!
As Dani says, a rescue might be worth considering...that way you could stick to your beloved breed and with so many in rescue (though hopefully the numbers will have reduced by the time you are ready for your next dog), you should be able to find one to meet all your requirements, including being able to pass the PAT tests.
Originally Posted by jesterjenn
Why not just have a Staff from a pup and make sure from day one it doesn't pull on lead and all the things you want it to do, to train them to do it?
Originally Posted by lozzibear
i think thats a good idea, an oldie would be lovely
Originally Posted by youngstevie
Kazz....hello mate...
Border terrier hun........defo xxxxxxxx would suit you down to the ground, clever intelligent and spunky characters. You'd love um xxx
Originally Posted by tabsmagic
So you sound like a dedicated dog person so no reason why above suggestion would not work wonderfully....
but just think of the time and happiness that you could give to a dog in need- i.e a rescue! i would never have anything else!!
Originally Posted by lilypup
definitely a rescue. in which case the dog will choose you and you will have no say in the matter!
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27-11-2009, 11:35 AM
Re= the health, as with all breeds do your homework and go to a reputable breeder..
I have to say I have a real soft spot for the pug, along with the frenchie/Boston...so they would be my choice.
but as we already have a Border person here, and now a Frenchie, then at least you can go to them for advice.
As for the rescue, you may still have the problem with strenght even in an older, so not sure (as much as its a good cause) it will be suitable for your needs
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