I've never made one of these before! This is so exciting.
So I am 99.5% sure that my next dog will be a male English Shepherd, and I could very well stop there, but I've decided that if I were to get a third dog it would be something smaller and easier going as a nice offset to Quinn and my hopefully-just-as-crazy male Wondering if you guys had any suggestions!
I will absolutely be looking at rescues if/when the time comes, but if I decide to go the breeder route these are my guidelines/what I would want in a breed.
I absolutely adore Chihuahuas and got the worst WANT! ever when two came into my work last month. The extreme small size is a bit of a con though, I think I would worry, and I have known some who weren't the best with other dogs. Not sure how much of that is nature vs. nurture though.
I think a Cavalier would be a great fit, I absolutely love them, but the health problems are scary of course.
Also looking into LH Whippets and Silken Windhounds. I don't think I've ever met a Whippet I didn't like. Don't know a whole lot about Silken Windhounds or how they compare to Whippets (Kerri?) but I love the look. I love having off leash reliable dogs but I think I could compromise here.
Not sure what else is out there ... hopefully you guys have some ideas or input!
Thanks!
So I am 99.5% sure that my next dog will be a male English Shepherd, and I could very well stop there, but I've decided that if I were to get a third dog it would be something smaller and easier going as a nice offset to Quinn and my hopefully-just-as-crazy male Wondering if you guys had any suggestions!
I will absolutely be looking at rescues if/when the time comes, but if I decide to go the breeder route these are my guidelines/what I would want in a breed.
- Smaller size, maybe 25 pounds or less
- Some coat. Not something that will require a massive amount of upkeep or that sheds bucketloads, but I like a little fringe and don't mind some grooming/shedding
- Athletic enough to go on easy hikes, go swimming, etc but on the slightly lower end of the energy scale. Happy to hang around the house and cuddle.
- Known for being dog friendly. This is fairly important.
- Doesn't have to be super outgoing with people but I would prefer a dog who wasn't extremely reserved or aloof.
- Decently into me. I've only ever had herding breeds so I think I'd be lost if I had a dog who didn't give a crap about me.
I absolutely adore Chihuahuas and got the worst WANT! ever when two came into my work last month. The extreme small size is a bit of a con though, I think I would worry, and I have known some who weren't the best with other dogs. Not sure how much of that is nature vs. nurture though.
I think a Cavalier would be a great fit, I absolutely love them, but the health problems are scary of course.
Also looking into LH Whippets and Silken Windhounds. I don't think I've ever met a Whippet I didn't like. Don't know a whole lot about Silken Windhounds or how they compare to Whippets (Kerri?) but I love the look. I love having off leash reliable dogs but I think I could compromise here.
Not sure what else is out there ... hopefully you guys have some ideas or input!
Thanks!