Posted by Krazy Kat on January 20, 2002, at 10:07:47
In reply to Another question about dogs, posted by Gracie2 on January 19, 2002, at 23:49:10
Gracie:
I remember when you posted a while back about your older dog, and how difficult it was for your husband. I'm sorry he's gone on to doggy heaven, but it sounds like you all made the right decision to me. One of ours is 13-1/2 and has cancer. She's doing well now, but we must be prepared...
I've never owned a Shepard, but they are certainly wonderful dogs. My feeling is that if you get a dog while still young, under a year, you'll be able to "mold" him - we have a pit bull mix who was a little troublesome at first, but he's Great now. Sweet and funny and very loyal. And a great guard dog.
I certainly understand trepidations re: pits and rotties, though.
Near us in NY, the Monks of New Skete breed shepards that are supposed to be wonderful - they train them as well.
Keep in mind that even though your retriever is a sweetheart, she is large, and that can be a deterrant.
- KK
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