So we just got the all-clear from our landlord to get a dog. Hurray! But now the real worries begin. I'd love some advice on what breed to get and where to look to find a reputable breeder (or other good places to look that avoid puppy farms and scammers). We'd love a puppy.
Both of us have lived with collies, spaniels and labradors between us when we were growing up, so we're quite experienced with dogs. Only thing is, we currently live in a flat with no garden (although there is a big park just behind the house for walking), so we're not sure that the breeds we're used to would thrive in the home we can offer. Does anyone have any ideas for alternative breeds that might be more suitable, and/or advice for keeping a breed like one of the above in a flat? We're not keen on teeny dogs like dachshunds/chihuahuas, is the only thing.
I work from home and we all love long walks and/or running every day - and I would hope, ideally, to have the dog as my running buddy once it's a bit older and its joints can handle the strain etc. There's a nice vet and dog-friendly pub up the road, dog-friendly parents on hand to act as holiday kennels if need be, we know about pet insurance and microchipping, have budgeted for food and equipment and I've got the details of some local puppy classes. Now all we need is the dog! Any words of wisdom anyone can offer?
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KettleCrunch · 20/03/2013 16:07
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