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English Mastiffs
Most reputable breeders of mastiffs do NOT over breed their dog, usually no more that 3 litters in a females life time. We waited 9 months for our puppy, ...
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- We own a mastiff. Before we got her, we fell in love with one that we were sitting for. We had tried several other types of dogs. Nanny is very gentle. My baby wasn'...
- We have and English Mastiff named Luther. He is 6 years old and we love him! He is so gentle and protective of our children. He loves everyone and is truly a gentle...
- Hi A., I don't have experience with this breed, but I have a lifetime of experience (I'm 53) with dogs. I would like to strongly encourage you to check your local she...
Seeking Advice on Where to Purchase Pet
... with the Italian Greyhound rescue, and my neighbor with the Mastiff rescue). ... I think the breeders associated with the American Kennel Club should be ...
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- Petfinders.com is a good website. They work with some rescue groups.
- Try www.Craigslist.org. You can search the pet ads or place a Wanted ad yourself. Just be careful about anyone offering to ship a pet to you. That would be a scam. The...
- I think the breeders associated with the American Kennel Club should be legitate breeders and not mills. Like you, I would not want to risk supporting a puppy mill! ...
2 Month Old Puppy and 11 Month Old Boy
We had to put our 6yr old Mastiff to sleep about 2-3 months ago. He had bone cancer, that moved. ... My husband wanted another dog, a puppy from a breeder. ...
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- I am so sorry! Many previous posters have given good advice. It absolutely makes you selfish to not want to PT a puppy and you have EVERY right to be selfish. You w...
- Hi K., The first thing I thought of was that you could take the puppy back to the breeder or to a no-kill shelter on your own. If your husband doesn't understand/do...
- I just went through this. My husband lost HBO because of it. LOL. The best suggestion so far is a puppy day care or puppy sitter. I enrolled my dog in a day care f...
Seeking a Cute Little Puppy for Children to Grow With
We purchased our dog from a breeder 11 years ago and our three children were young then. ... P.S. I have German Sheperd and an English Mastiff myself. ...
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- Hi C., If you want a big dog I suggest an English Mastiff. They are on the larger size but like Labs and Goldens excellent with families. They tend to be big couc...
- I would highly recommend labs for families. Make sure you research the breed BEFORE you buy it. Some dogs are just terrible with families with young children so, be pr...
- I would reccomend doing research and finding which dog you would like, and then finding a rescue league. Many people get puppies and then realize they are too much wo...
What to Look for in a Dog When You Have 2 School Age Children?
... rescues animals from local breeders that are going to be put down .... A Jack Russel Terrier and an English Mastiff. They are both great with the kids. ...
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- A dog that was bred to be a hunting dog like a black lab are usually the best around children. They handle sudden loud noises well. I'd also lift the dogs paw. If hi...
- You are very wise to even be asking this question. A lot of people go get a dog not even thinking about what is best for their family - or the dog. Here is a web site ...
- We just got a golden retriever puppy last summer with a 3, 5, and 7 year old. We played with him a lot before choosing him to see how he would react to the kids pulli...
Family Dog Dies and 13 Month Old Misses Her Terribly...
... they bought a pure bred puppy golden retriever puppy from a breeder - its ..... on and had looked at the Mastiff breed as a good match for our family. ...
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- We had to put one of our dogs down 2 months ago due to acute kidney failure. Our daughter who was a few months over 3 took it VERY hard. I cannot recommend "Dog Hea...
- Hi P. My family went through this when my daughter was barely 3, and again at 4 (two older dogs). Because I work in the field of the human-animal bond, I knew about a...
- Hi P., I understand your concerns, and the anguish over losing a member of your family. It's not easy when you lose a pet but in time those wounds do heal. I feel ge...
What Kind of Dog Does Your Family Have?
She was a pound puppy, which I highly recommend over breeders, ...... We currently have a Bull Mastiff and a Harlequen Great Dane, I have to say the great ...
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- When my children were firstborn and just little we had a German Shepher/Boxer mix and he was fantastic. He was so even tempered. The kids could bite him, pull his ta...
- my family of 6 kids has a boxer. we have had her for 3 years, she was a puppy when we got her. Boxerrs arereally great family dogs. very loyal, active, like lots of...
- I see that you have tons of responses to your question, but I had to add one. We have 2 Basset hounds. They are the nicest dogs. Our 2 year old daughter just adores...
4 Yo FEAR of Dogs
... had another scary incident with some neighborhood mastiffs (the mastiffs ... so I would take her to a pet store or a breeder to show her the puppies, ...
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- Hello C., One important thing to remember is your desperation extends from your love, compassion and devotion to yourself, your precious daughter and family. As pa...
- I would honestly suggest getting a small dog. Psychologist, treat rational or irrational phobias with flooding. Which means head on exposure to your fear. If you try t...
- I agree with Cynthia - TALK to your neighbor. Nothing is more annoying than a neighbor who goes over your head when you may have not even been aware there was a probl...
Children Are Wanting a Dog
In most cases you need to actually visit the location of the breeder to ..... We have a bull mastiff which is a huge dog. She is great and their breed is ...
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- Well, I think anyone will tell you that labs are the best dogs for children. My brother has a beautiful black lab and my five year old son rides him like a horse, pla...
- We have a bull mastiff which is a huge dog. She is great and their breed is great with kids and wonderful protectors of their homes. I thought her size would bother...
- You did not mention if this would be the first dog (or pet for that matter) and that may make a difference with what you choose. My 3 children want both a dog and a c...
Good Dog Breeds for Active Boys
Talk with owners of pet stores in your area they too may have some suggestions and can put you in touch with breeders. This way you can see the dog's ...
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- We have a Portuguese Water dog. Our dog is the best ! He is GREAT with children. He doesn't shed and has very soft fur. He weighs 44 lbs and won't get bigger - there ...
- If you are open to considering other breeds, we have a miniature Australian Shepherd. He is fantastic with our kids! Our breeder breeds them more to be family dogs a...
- Hi V., Getting a pet for your boys is a wonderful idea. Particulary if you and family have discussed and agreed. Also be mindful that while you are getting the dog ...
