Favorite Dog Breeds

[JanetMarie]

I have always loved the looks and personality of the Benji type dogs. Cute and happy.

 

[MROO]

I was looking for a designer poodle mix puppy, but have found most are from puppy mills. There are some that are supposedly not from mills and the parents are in the homes of the breeders, but thousands of $$$, more than a show quality pure breed.

Go onto www.PetFinder.com, or one of the other online adoption sites. Under Breed Preference, check "poodle." It'll give you a list of poodles and poodle mixes, complete with photos. There's bound to be a Bestie out there waiting for you ... and not from a puppy mill. Some of the rescues can seem pricey for a mixed breed animal, but remember that you're not "buying a dog." You're setting up the rescue organization to save the next life. You don't just rescue one animal, you rescue two, sometimes three - yours, and the next one in line.

 

[JanetMarie]

Go onto www.PetFinder.com, or one of the other online adoption sites. Under Breed Preference, check "poodle." It'll give you a list of poodles and poodle mixes, complete with photos. There's bound to be a Bestie out there waiting for you ... and not from a puppy mill. Some of the rescues can seem pricey for a mixed breed animal, but remember that you're not "buying a dog." You're setting up the rescue organization to save the next life. You don't just rescue one animal, you rescue two, sometimes three - yours, and the next one in line.

I tried Petfinder before, when I was looking for a Manx cat I found one on Petfinder that was within driving distance. Upon inquiring I was told he was not available...then a few weeks later the same Manx cat, same pics, same name was up for adoption in another state across the country. When I inquired about the incident I didn't get an answer back. I wonder if they would have taken my donation to support him though (really I don't have to wonder too hard).

 

[goldysgirl]

They sure are stinky especially country bassetts.

Yep! That is why I didn't get any more. You couldn't wash it out or cover it up no matter how hard you tried. My vacuum smelled like Bassett for years after she was gone...until I got a new vacuum. I have met a couple that I could not smell, though.

 

[goldysgirl]

Go onto www.PetFinder.com, or one of the other online adoption sites. Under Breed Preference, check "poodle." It'll give you a list of poodles and poodle mixes, complete with photos. There's bound to be a Bestie out there waiting for you ... and not from a puppy mill. Some of the rescues can seem pricey for a mixed breed animal, but remember that you're not "buying a dog." You're setting up the rescue organization to save the next life. You don't just rescue one animal, you rescue two, sometimes three - yours, and the next one in line.

This is probably not going to be appreciated by everyone, but to me purebred=inbred=selecting for unnatural traits...frequently breeding for what we think of as "beautiful" traits that would never allow an animal to survive in the wild. That is why I will no longer "pay" for a dog. That being said, selective breeding has allowed for more productive crops and productive chickens and even medical advances. Also, it has allowed us to create docile pets from not so docile wolves. And, there are many purebred dogs that I love. I just prefer mutts.

 

[JanetMarie]

This is probably not going to be appreciated by everyone, but to me purebred=inbred=selecting for unnatural traits...frequently breeding for what we think of as "beautiful" traits that would never allow an animal to survive in the wild. That is why I will no longer "pay" for a dog. That being said, selective breeding has allowed for more productive crops and productive chickens and even medical advances. Also, it has allowed us to create docile pets from not so docile wolves. And, there are many purebred dogs that I love. I just prefer mutts.

Even though I really am opting for the unnatural bred toy doggie that can be primped and pampered, I understand and appreciate what you're saying.

Many animals, dogs, cats, chickens, etc., would never survive in the wild. We almost make slave pets. Is it right? I don't know. I think as long as they are happy and healthy. The turning point is when the breed is no longer healthy no matter what kind of care is given.

 

[igorsMistress]

English Bull Terrier/American Bull Terrier mixes. They're loyal to the pack, eager to please and very intelligent. They're also very loving dogs.
They love to play, run, and definitely like to rough house. Short haired so not a lot of maintenance, but they do shed a little bit. They are not for the novice dog owner as they can definitely be a handful.

 

[MROO]

I tried Petfinder before, when I was looking for a Manx cat I found one on Petfinder that was within driving distance. Upon inquiring I was told he was not available...then a few weeks later the same Manx cat, same pics, same name was up for adoption in another state across the country. When I inquired about the incident I didn't get an answer back. I wonder if they would have taken my donation to support him though (really I don't have to wonder too hard).

A lot of the rescues ship animals out when they get overfilled. It's just like what shelters do when a hurricane landfall and flooding are predicted. Our local cat rescue, Chesapeake Feline Rescue, through an arrangement with a friend of the director, has a sister-organization in Vermont where we periodically send adoptable cats and kittens. One of my fosters went north some time ago, where he was adopted almost immediately upon arrival. I was tickled that Stewie found a forever home and grateful for the space opened for new babies in the middle of "Kitten Season."

 

[JanetMarie]

A lot of the rescues ship animals out when they get overfilled. It's just like what shelters do when a hurricane landfall and flooding are predicted. Our local cat rescue, Chesapeake Feline Rescue, through an arrangement with a friend of the director, has a sister-organization in Vermont where we periodically send adoptable cats and kittens. One of my fosters went north some time ago, where he was adopted almost immediately upon arrival. I was tickled that Stewie found a forever home and grateful for the space opened for new babies in the middle of "Kitten Season."

Some may be scams though. Probably needless to say we're in the age of scams with the internet. Anyone can be pose to be anything, and can prey on anyone, and always to get your money.

I have been checking local pet refuges and shelters. It's always better to give the unwanteds a chance first.

 

[goldysgirl]

Even though I really am opting for the unnatural bred toy doggie that can be primped and pampered, I understand and appreciate what you're saying.

Many animals, dogs, cats, chickens, etc., would never survive in the wild. We almost make slave pets. Is it right? I don't know. I think as long as they are happy and healthy. The turning point is when the breed is no longer healthy no matter what kind of care is given.

Agreed! There are a few breeds that I feel bad for...like ones that can't breathe properly or breed naturally due to joint qualities. I don't think my dog is really that mixed. I think he is almost or fully wire haired jack russel and beagle. And we've been battling ear infections and he is on daily allergy medication. Next time I might try to find a dog that is even more mixed and see what happens. I will still probably end up with something that is small and non-shedding...both qualities that aren't really natural.