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Looking for Mature,small Dog Thats Good with Kids
I don't have one to give you but I recommend a Sheltie. They are GREAT! Helpful? ... Or you could rescue a Golden mix from a shelter that would be smaller. ...
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- I would go for a smaller Golden Retriever. Golden's are larger dogs but they are absolutely the BEST dogs for children. They are sweet, friendly, playful, smart and ...
- I don't have one to give you but I recommend a Sheltie. They are GREAT!
- There is a place called Operation Kindness in Carrollton that is great. They are a no-kill shelter, and most of their animals come from homes where people are being t...
Allergic to Dogs After Pregnancy? Tips and Advice!!!
I have a new sheltie with long fur; I have to keep up with the vaccuuming and dusting. .... non shedding dogs · allergy treatments · rescue sheltie ...
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- Could you have been allergic to something ON the dog? aka: some sort of outdoor dust, something from the shelter, flea powder, or even the shampoo they used at the she...
- Hi A., I did develop an allergy to dogs and cats after getting married, buying a house then having kids. I have multiple allergies. But a environmental allergist i...
- I have allergies too, mainly environmental but also to my cat. I'm more allergic to her when the environment is setting me off!! But I still keep her. The questio...
Is It Right?
We ended up going through a Sheltie rescue organization to find her a new home. We still feel (6 years later) that it was the best choice for her and for us ...
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- You are in a tough situation. I love our dogs too. We have a boxer and a Boston Terrier. We are blessed that they both love children. However, if one of them snapped a...
- Find a dog rescue group that will take him immediately. Your dog is showing serious agression toward your child and most likely never will. You might miss your belov...
- Well I see that you have a lot of responses here, but I'll just give you my humble opinion anyway. :) If I were you I would ask around and take a little bit of time ...
Puppy & Baby on the Way
We recently brought a rescue sheltie into our home and Cesar's methods made the transition effortless. She has settled in, overcome some "issues" and ...
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- Try some obedience training. You can let them know your specific concerns and ask for help getting him ready for baby.
- Hi C., I haven't had a chance to read your other responses so sorry if I repeat. My SIL used to work at a shelter and the things they did were to pull (at first gent...
- There is a lot that you can do to prepare your puppy for a new baby. Go to www.mishamayfoundation.org and talk to Lorraine May. She runs the foundation and she can hel...
My Dog Bit My Son
He is part Sheltie and part Jack Russell. My kids love him to. .... but I've been doing Dog rescue for Chesapeake Bay Retrievers for 10 years now and ...
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- Hi D., The breeds, Sheltie & Jack Russell Terrier,are not good with kids. Shelties are very tempermental & Jack Russells are very hyper,this is not a good mix for ch...
- My husband and I thought it was a great idea to get a dog for our kids. We wanted something little so it would be easier to take care of, and our house is small and w...
- Well I am only 20 years old, but I have known people to do this. When they find out they are pregnant, but what to get a dog they get a puppy of any breed, and at firs...
Which Dog Breed - Schnoodle or Mini Schnauzer?
I also think it's great to rescue a dog. One of our schnauzers was from Cactus State ... We have a Shetland Sheepdog (aka Sheltie/miniature collie)that is ...
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- H., I do have 4 children of my own 14-19 and I have done in home daycare for 19 years. In all these years I have found pugs to be the best over all dogs. They are sma...
- We recently added 2 mini schnauzers to our family. I have 2 girls, 2 and 5 yrs and the puppies are wonderful with the girls. Both puppies are very sweet and seem int...
- Go to the pound & pick up a dog that someone has dumped!!! All breeders inbreed, thats where health problems develop... OR, call a rescue, there are PLENTY of great d...
Planning on Adding a New Addition to Family - but What Breed?
I agree with the previous poster about the sheltie. ... We got him through Heart of Ohio Boxer Rescue. I can give you more info if you would like. Helpful? ...
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- Have you checked Craigslist? THey seem to have a lot of animals that need rehoming. I am not a small dog person, I don't seem to trust them as I do larger dogs. Goo...
- S., When we wanted a new member of the family we FOSTERED a dog through Columbus Dog Connection. I'm sure there may be a similar website for where you live. We di...
- We have a Beagle. She is a really good dog. Beagles in general are stubborn, but the males are much worse than the females. She is wonderful with our daughter (21 mont...
Dogs That Are Good with Kids
I handle a search and rescue dog that I rescued from a local shelter. ..... My mom has a sheltie mix and she is WONDERFUL with my boys. ...
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- Boston Terriers are great with kids. They are fairly small but very muscular and sturdy. I doubt your son could hurt one. Minimal shedding.
- L.- You got a lot of responses but none mentioned Beagles. They are known for being wonderful family dogs. They come in two sizes 13 & 15 inch. They don't shed a lo...
- Golden retrievers are AWESOME family dogs. I have had many breeds in the past and this is my favorite.
Boys Vs. Girls
My husband had a sheltie when he was growing up and said she was great. ... We have gotten all of our pets from the shelter or a breed rescue and all have ...
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- We have a female lab/cocker spaniel mix. She is a great dog!!! We got her last summer when my dd was 16 months old. The dog was only 6 weeks when we got her. We've nev...
- I don't think it matters much as long as you get the dog fixed. I'd do some research into different breeds and start thinking about size more than I would worry about...
- ok lets start at the beginning of things here 1- can you afford a pup or dog?? it requires food water shelter time and attention..it also requires vet care so you ne...
Good Family Dogs
Our Sheltie is quite prissy, she likes to keep herself clean. .... I recommend a shelter or rescue dog. Our current family dog is a rescue. ...
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- Hi G., I would recommend either the Beagle or the Wheaton Terrier but it also depends on the kids are taught to treat the dog. The dog has to learn manners but so do...
- I will say, that if you are not a current dog owner, adding one to your family at this stage is going to be a hard task. Puppies require alot of work and attention. Po...
- I would not get a cockerspaniel with small kids. They are very hyper and jump alot. My step daughters grandparents have one and it knocks her down, and she is 9. Beagl...
