Which breed is best for my family?
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We're still deciding on a schnoodle or a PWD. I found some (I think) reputable schnoodle breeders/ rescues online, and some PWD ones. We're just a little worried that the PWD may be a little to big and intimidating for my mom...I don't see how she can be afraid of a dog, but I respect that she can't have big dog and I don't want her to be uncomfortable.
We don't want an older dog, because we'd rather train the puppy ourselves. Sirius, could you tell me the name of the breeder? If we can find a PWD that isn't too big, that may just work.
We don't want an older dog, because we'd rather train the puppy ourselves. Sirius, could you tell me the name of the breeder? If we can find a PWD that isn't too big, that may just work.
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You are asking for a lot 
First off, a poodle any size requires A LOT of grooming, they still shed, the coat just stays in there. So, therefore they mat, so you may either have to learn to clip the dog yourself or plan on spending at least $40.00 every month to have the poodle professionally groomed. With all the Terriers, they have a high prey drive, with the prey drive they are easy to train, but, can get easiely distracted or go into predatory drift...most terriers are dog aggressive. All the Jack Russels, Scottie's, Westhighland whites, Cairn's etc that I get in are dog aggressive. Even with the wire coat terrier varietys there is a lot of grooming involved.
What about a Chinese Crested dog??
First off, a poodle any size requires A LOT of grooming, they still shed, the coat just stays in there. So, therefore they mat, so you may either have to learn to clip the dog yourself or plan on spending at least $40.00 every month to have the poodle professionally groomed. With all the Terriers, they have a high prey drive, with the prey drive they are easy to train, but, can get easiely distracted or go into predatory drift...most terriers are dog aggressive. All the Jack Russels, Scottie's, Westhighland whites, Cairn's etc that I get in are dog aggressive. Even with the wire coat terrier varietys there is a lot of grooming involved.
What about a Chinese Crested dog??
Just to add, do you know how much grooming a Portuguese Water dog requires....A LOT.
We have many PWD's that come in for grooming, the dogs are always pelted with mats. If you don't keep on top of mats then you are setting your dog up for hot spots which in the summer attract flies which in turn lay eggs which turn into maggots...pretty disgusting and we have seen a lot of maggots in the past summer.
Perhaps you should just go down to the local shelter and pick up a dog that needs a home. Are there reasons you require a non shedding dog? do you suffer from allergies? or is you family just worried about dog hair in the house. By brushing dogs daily you can avoid a lot of mess around the house.
Also, with your wanting an obedient dog. That is not some thing that is breed specific. I have seen people end up with pyscho dogs of all breeds. Golden Retrievers are about the worst right now as they are so inbred. The more popular a breed the more problems you are going to have and most breeders will not gaurantee for many problems. For instance right now West Highland white terriers are suffering auto immune disorders and horrible skin problems all heritary which is not gauranteed against. Goldens and a lot of once stable dogs are getting neurotic, hyper and just plain scary.
We have many PWD's that come in for grooming, the dogs are always pelted with mats. If you don't keep on top of mats then you are setting your dog up for hot spots which in the summer attract flies which in turn lay eggs which turn into maggots...pretty disgusting and we have seen a lot of maggots in the past summer.
Perhaps you should just go down to the local shelter and pick up a dog that needs a home. Are there reasons you require a non shedding dog? do you suffer from allergies? or is you family just worried about dog hair in the house. By brushing dogs daily you can avoid a lot of mess around the house.
Also, with your wanting an obedient dog. That is not some thing that is breed specific. I have seen people end up with pyscho dogs of all breeds. Golden Retrievers are about the worst right now as they are so inbred. The more popular a breed the more problems you are going to have and most breeders will not gaurantee for many problems. For instance right now West Highland white terriers are suffering auto immune disorders and horrible skin problems all heritary which is not gauranteed against. Goldens and a lot of once stable dogs are getting neurotic, hyper and just plain scary.
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Here are the breeders!
Augustine Kennels:
Contact: [email protected]
Location/Mailing Addy: 5903 Orchard Avenue
Wilmington DE 19808
Phone number: 302-593-2684
Tailspin PWD:
Contact: 978-456-3272
Massachusetts
CeeAnjel PWD:
Contact: www.ceeanjelportuguesewaterdog.com
Montana
Arbour Bay Kennel:
Contact: (Patty or Larry) 574-271-7271
Indiana
DEL SUR PWD:
Contact: 303-666-1967
Colorado
Sorry I couldn't get more info for some, just phone numbers. They wanted me to join their site
Well, hope this helped and happy dog hunting!
-Laurr
P.S There were some in Ontario, Canada, but I didn't list them. Let me know if you want them.
Augustine Kennels:
Contact: [email protected]
Location/Mailing Addy: 5903 Orchard Avenue
Wilmington DE 19808
Phone number: 302-593-2684
Tailspin PWD:
Contact: 978-456-3272
Massachusetts
CeeAnjel PWD:
Contact: www.ceeanjelportuguesewaterdog.com
Montana
Arbour Bay Kennel:
Contact: (Patty or Larry) 574-271-7271
Indiana
DEL SUR PWD:
Contact: 303-666-1967
Colorado
Sorry I couldn't get more info for some, just phone numbers. They wanted me to join their site
Well, hope this helped and happy dog hunting!
-Laurr
P.S There were some in Ontario, Canada, but I didn't list them. Let me know if you want them.
Lol, me too.
And just because a small dog is small does not mean they are nicer or easier to train.
The meanest most possessive dog I have been around was a Chi. (no offense).
And in my experience larger dogs are easier to housebreak than smaller dogs.
Those small dogs can poop under chairs and underbeds and you might not find it for days or weeks. LOL (again please don't be offended)
I think your best bet is to adopt a poor, neglected, homeless pup from a shelter or pound. You really will have dog hair no matter what breed, and it can be controlled with regular brushing. Some dogs even liked to be vaccumed. LOL
As for your mom, if you get a young dog/ pup, I am sure she will get accustomed to him/her before she gets "afraid" of him/her.
Best of Luck,
And just because a small dog is small does not mean they are nicer or easier to train.
The meanest most possessive dog I have been around was a Chi. (no offense).
And in my experience larger dogs are easier to housebreak than smaller dogs.
Those small dogs can poop under chairs and underbeds and you might not find it for days or weeks. LOL (again please don't be offended)
I think your best bet is to adopt a poor, neglected, homeless pup from a shelter or pound. You really will have dog hair no matter what breed, and it can be controlled with regular brushing. Some dogs even liked to be vaccumed. LOL
As for your mom, if you get a young dog/ pup, I am sure she will get accustomed to him/her before she gets "afraid" of him/her.
Best of Luck,