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Posted on 4/14/14 at 11:14 am to joeytiger
Thanks for all info guys, this gives me a good place to start. We are looking for a small dog because she has been afraid of big dogs. I wanted a pure blood lab, but the wife shut that down.
Posted on 4/14/14 at 11:21 am to joeytiger
You could also check out the Iberville Parish Animal Shelter in Plaquemine. They post pictures of dogs almost daily on facebook. Seems to be a good facility that is doing the best they can with very few resources.
I would definitely suggest going to the shelter without your daughter the first time. While they keep it fairly clean, it is a "rough" environment, especially through the eyes of a young child.
I would definitely suggest going to the shelter without your daughter the first time. While they keep it fairly clean, it is a "rough" environment, especially through the eyes of a young child.
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Posted on 4/14/14 at 11:24 am to joeytiger
I personally wouldn't get a shelter dog. You won't know much about their temperament if it's a mutt, and you want one that comes from a line of docile parents if you have small children.
Find a reputable breeder. But, first you must decide which dog is right for you.
Find a reputable breeder. But, first you must decide which dog is right for you.
Posted on 4/14/14 at 11:29 am to SabiDojo
I'm going visit a few places (one is a shelter) in Denham Springs this afternoon and look at some of the dogs. We are looking for a dachsund or a dachsund mix. My friends have had those before and they were great with kids.
Posted on 4/14/14 at 11:30 am to joeytiger
quote:. Revisit this if get a lab as a puppy then your girl can adjust as the dog gets bigger. She will grow out of her fear of big dogs. Labs are IMO the best dogs with kids. They are gentle and as loyal as can be. Also they generally will live 12 years or longer. Had a friend who had one that was 17 when he passed. Your little girl will have a friend her entire childhood and they will grow together
Thanks for all info guys, this gives me a good place to start. We are looking for a small dog because she has been afraid of big dogs. I wanted a pure blood lab, but the wife shut that down.
Posted on 4/14/14 at 11:32 am to SabiDojo
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I personally wouldn't get a shelter dog. You won't know much about their temperament if it's a mutt, and you want one that comes from a line of docile parents if you have small children. Find a reputable breeder. But, first you must decide which dog is right for you.
You can easily do all this with a rescue dog. You can even find pure breds that you will know much more about their temperament and they will also be house trained/crate trained/been spayed/neutered. Plenty of rescue orgs out there that have dogs that need homes that are great with small kids where you don't have to do any of the puppy work as well.
Downside is getting one of those can require more work than just buying a dog and you will be subject to proving you have a good home for the dog.
Posted on 4/14/14 at 11:38 am to joeytiger
Do some research about dachshunds and children before setting your mind on that breed...some are good with kids, others not raised from puppies around children can be less tolerant of them.
My neighbor has 2 that are ok with our kids, but can be a bit snippy sometimes so I never let them near each other unsupervised. My cousin breeds them (in SC) and has said the same thing.
My neighbor has 2 that are ok with our kids, but can be a bit snippy sometimes so I never let them near each other unsupervised. My cousin breeds them (in SC) and has said the same thing.
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Posted on 4/14/14 at 11:51 am to Dam Guide
You still won't know much about the parents, but it's a good suggestion.
People make the mistake of spending time with a dog and think everything is right
Then, once they get home and the dog gets acclimated, things change. Food aggression, anxiety, etc. With a toddler, you have to be careful.
People make the mistake of spending time with a dog and think everything is right
Then, once they get home and the dog gets acclimated, things change. Food aggression, anxiety, etc. With a toddler, you have to be careful.
Posted on 4/14/14 at 11:56 am to SabiDojo
Ive had a bunch of pure breds and shelter dogs.
As far as temperment goes, ive had a lot better luck with mutts.
The problem is when breeders breed for a specific look or coat or size instead of intelligence or temperment, the kid friendlyness ends up being a crap shoot.
As far as temperment goes, ive had a lot better luck with mutts.
The problem is when breeders breed for a specific look or coat or size instead of intelligence or temperment, the kid friendlyness ends up being a crap shoot.
Posted on 4/14/14 at 12:01 pm to Purple Spoon
Check out petfinder.com. It's a search of shelters by location and what's available, most with pics. I watched it for 6 months until I found the one we ended up going with. She's been great. Couldn't have asked for better. Of course you never know how they'll turn out, but when do you?
Posted on 4/14/14 at 12:03 pm to Purple Spoon
Not every purebred is great with children. Certain breeds are. That's my point.
I'm not saying all purebreds are better with kids than mutts. All I'm saying is if you pick the right breed, it's less of a crap shoot than falling for some random pair of sad eyes that's looking at a death sentence.
I'm not saying all purebreds are better with kids than mutts. All I'm saying is if you pick the right breed, it's less of a crap shoot than falling for some random pair of sad eyes that's looking at a death sentence.
Posted on 4/14/14 at 12:04 pm to SabiDojo
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You still won't know much about the parents, but it's a good suggestion. People make the mistake of spending time with a dog and think everything is right Then, once they get home and the dog gets acclimated, things change. Food aggression, anxiety, etc. With a toddler, you have to be careful.
You clearly don't know about breed specific rescues....
The parents are of no concern as you aren't getting a puppy. You will have a dog that already has a personality that can be tested.
These dogs will have spent a considerable amount of time with someone who is a very experienced dog owner who will know the personality of that exact dog. If they know the dog will be going to a home with a small child/toddler, that dog will spend considerable time figuring out if it can handle that situation.
Going through a breed specific rescue can match your personality with a dog far more successfully than a breeder with a puppy that may form a much different behavior.
Posted on 4/14/14 at 12:06 pm to SabiDojo
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Not every purebred is great with children. Certain breeds are. That's my point. I'm not saying all purebreds are better with kids than mutts. All I'm saying is if you pick the right breed, it's less of a crap shoot than falling for some random pair of sad eyes that's looking at a death sentence.
You have this idea of just kill shelters, some rescues are very very different. With breed specific rescues, you aren't going in picking out these sad eyes. You are going through a full fledged interview and inspection to see if you have even the right to begin the process of adoption. A lot of them are much more hardcore in their selection and matching process than very good breeders.
Posted on 4/14/14 at 12:08 pm to Dam Guide
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The parents are of no concern as you aren't getting a puppy.
First, the temperaments of the parents are always a concern.
Second, getting an adult dog that is "time-tested" is advantageous, but there are drawbacks as well.
Posted on 4/14/14 at 12:10 pm to Dam Guide
And that's something to consider. Good luck to the OP. Personally, if I'm going to go through all that trouble, I'd rather get a puppy from a reputable breeder. A puppy that my kids can learn and grow with.
Posted on 4/14/14 at 12:12 pm to SabiDojo
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And that's something to consider. Good luck to the OP. Personally, if I'm going to go through all that trouble, I'd rather get a puppy from a reputable breeder. A puppy that my kids can learn and grow with.
It's all depends on what the OP wants to get out of it. I enjoy giving dogs good homes, but want certain breeds, so I participate in rescue orgs.
Pros and Cons both ways, biggest thing is make sure the OP is in this for the long haul. Nothing worse than rehoming family members, because that is what they should be, instead of disposable play things.
This post was edited on 4/14/14 at 12:13 pm
Posted on 4/14/14 at 12:13 pm to Dam Guide
CAAWS (Capital Area Animal Welfare Society). They are pretty damn picky when taking a dog in which helps you as an adopter. Also the biggest thing for me is like 80% of the dogs are in foster care socializing with other dogs and humans as opposed to being in a cage/kennel. The foster parents also give a great amount of feedback on dogs behaviour, attitude, pros and cons. They are only adoptable on Saturdays because thats when foster parents drop them off for the day. You will be interviewed and your house and property will be inspected.
We got our dog through CAAWS and helped a friend get his two pits adopted via CAAWS. I cant say enough about how well they did in all three cases.
Another bonus with CAAWS is that they have volunteers that post pics and videos of every dog they have. You can sort of internet shop and plan on which dogs youd like to see on Saturdays.
We got our dog through CAAWS and helped a friend get his two pits adopted via CAAWS. I cant say enough about how well they did in all three cases.
Another bonus with CAAWS is that they have volunteers that post pics and videos of every dog they have. You can sort of internet shop and plan on which dogs youd like to see on Saturdays.
Posted on 4/14/14 at 12:16 pm to Dam Guide
People need to realize that you have to be right for the dog, not the other way around. They buy something because it's pretty or awesome-looking, but they don't realize that dogs have needs, predispositions, etc.
Posted on 4/14/14 at 12:20 pm to Dam Guide
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It's all depends on what the OP wants to get out of it. I enjoy giving dogs good homes, but want certain breeds, so I participate in rescue orgs.
That's why I am considering an adoption/rescue. I have always had dogs growing up and understand what it takes. I want my daughter to have that same bond. I'm in no hurry for it, so I will have plenty of time to find the right one for our family.
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