04-09-2018, 09:33 PM
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Re: Designer Dogs
Originally Posted by Nicol
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Yes, but the rule about not leaving the dog for longer than 4 hours disqualifies most single people who work, leaving us with no option but to get a puppy.
04-09-2018, 10:24 PM
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Re: Designer Dogs
Originally Posted by Besoeker
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Dogs don't end up in rescue centres because they were treated responsibly and well. Wouldn't you expect the rescue centres to vet prospective owners to ensure it doesn't happen again?
I disagree, that is not always the case Besoeker, sometimes people's circumstances change through no fault of their own, then a much loved pet is reluctantly handed in to rescue for personal reasons.
Likewise, some poor dogs are also handed in when the owner dies and nobody in the family is willing to take over the responsibility.
Not all dogs are in rescue because they were unloved and/or badly treated.
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Nicol , Mack's is a handsome chappie.
04-09-2018, 10:29 PM
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Re: Designer Dogs
Originally Posted by Mups
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I disagree, that is not always the case Besoeker, sometimes people's circumstances change through no fault of their own, then a much loved pet is reluctantly handed in to rescue for personal reasons.
04-09-2018, 10:32 PM
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Re: Designer Dogs
Originally Posted by Nicol
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This is Mack. He is a cross between a Shepherd and a Malamute
When I first saw him I did a double take and had to ask the owners if he was a wolf hybrid. But no, just a cross. He's massive, long legs like a wolf and a very long coat. He's the softest, friendliest most lolloppy dog I've ever met. But he was a rescue as the original owners didn't realise how big he'd get.
04-09-2018, 10:53 PM
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I love dogs. Obviously could not have one while I was working - it would have been cruel as, apart from toileting needs, dogs are social creatures so to leave one on it's own for so long would have been irresponsible. I had thought that when I retired I might have one - certainly not a designer one - but perhaps a rescue dog - but I found that I was still out a lot - and mostly places where dogs would not be welcome. Shopping - most shops are not dog friendly. Visiting friends - no way would I take a dog into someone else's house unless I had permission beforehand. Going out for the day - not having a car I rely on buses/trains - not all dogs are happy to travel and I would not leave one all day. I enjoy spending time with my Westie friend and her owner knows I would gladly give her a home if the need ever arose - but I would have to change my lifestyle to accommodate her. Dogs are more needy of human intervention than cats are.It is a huge responsibility to take a dog, or any other animal, into your home - it is also a life changing commitment. You can no longer just take off on an impulse and come back when you feel like it. Having pets is more restrictive than having children - but they are worth it!
04-09-2018, 10:58 PM
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Re: Designer Dogs
Originally Posted by Silver Tabby
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I love dogs. Obviously could not have one while I was working - it would have been cruel as, apart from toileting needs, dogs are social creatures so to leave one on it's own for so long would have been irresponsible. I had thought that when I retired I might have one - certainly not a designer one - but perhaps a rescue dog - but I found that I was still out a lot - and mostly places where dogs would not be welcome. Shopping - most shops are not dog friendly. Visiting friends - no way would I take a dog into someone else's house unless I had permission beforehand. Going out for the day - not having a car I rely on buses/trains - not all dogs are happy to travel and I would not leave one all day. I enjoy spending time with my Westie friend and her owner knows I would gladly give her a home if the need ever arose - but I would have to change my lifestyle to accommodate her. Dogs are more needy of human intervention than cats are.It is a huge responsibility to take a dog, or any other animal, into your home - it is also a life changing commitment. You can no longer just take off on an impulse and come back when you feel like it. Having pets is more restrictive than having children - but they are worth it!
This is true Tabs, I agree.
That's why I get lost if I go more than about 5 miles from home, because I never go far because of the dogs and have got out the habit of navigating anywhere.
If I had only one dog I would probably take it everywhere with me, but it's much more difficult with multiple animals.
04-09-2018, 11:06 PM
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Whilst Im against irresponsible breeding Im not against cross breedingWithout cross breeding we wouldn't have half the dogs we have now and accept as breeds
Ive only ever had Cocker Spaniels and have paid an arm and leg to ensure I have had dogs which were well bred , from good lines
I expect not to pay more then £100 for a dog being sold by someone who's pet was mated with the dog up the road cos they always got along, no matter what kind of designer name they gave it
Right now Ive been without a dog for two years and the hankering is their, However, no matter what (if) we go for, if we don't find a rescue, I will be researching the breeding and won't be paying silly money for a so called designer breed
05-09-2018, 07:06 AM
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Originally Posted by Roxy
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When I was growing up, people were giving cross bred dogs away free to good homes. Why are people now paying a small fortune for one? What Happened?
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