Where do people get dogs from. (Got one!)

kawakid · World Chat Champion Joined: 15 Mar 2005 Karma :

I've not had to do this for 15 years, but I am wanting to get a puppy sometime later this year, probably after half term in October as I am away that week.

With my last dog, who was in fact my first dog I simply drove past a farm on my way to work, saw a sign and went in.

Now I would like to choose the breed. I am not fussed for KC registered and I would consider a cross breed.

I have seen the website pets4homes and it looks interesting. However there is no feedback system and adds are free to place, so how can ypu be sure.

I'd know to look at the mother and maybe the father, I would prefer a pup that had been raised inside, so would know what a TV was etc.

I'm looking I think for a lab or a border collie. Though my wife wants a spaniel.

Any suggestions or advice appreciated.
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WannaBeDude · World Chat Champion Joined: 05 Jul 2011 Karma :

Desc, details, registration, insurance and puppy pack all point to the better breeder.

Then viewing the parents, if refusal of the father is given then that's imo not a good pointer.

Then you visit and meet the breeder.

There are many at home repsonsible caring breeders.

Usually paying at least market rate for a good pup aswell.

The more work you put in before commiting the better the outcome.

Don't get spaniels, they have brain deadness and are the new chav dog. Thumbs Up

border collie-seroious walking needed .... SEROISLY lots.

Seroius spelling is - annoying.

What can you offer a dog, will be best to determine choosing one. Idea

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WannaBeDude · World Chat Champion Joined: 05 Jul 2011 Karma :

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hex00WjSobE
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Skudd · Super Spammer Joined: 01 Oct 2006 Karma :

Go see a man.

My uncle was always going to see a man about a dog.

He never got one, but it made hime very tired, so much so he became unsteady on his feet and slured his words.

It must be hard looking for dogs.
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shereen · World Chat Champion Joined: 15 Mar 2011 Karma :

I would secong getting a dog from the RSPCA. It costs £150 for a puppy younger than 6 months I think and £130 for a dog older than that. And you are really giving these dogs a second chance in life.

They have a lot of dogs and you are bound to find something you like. They all come neutered or spayed and have their first set of jabs and also come microchipped.
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hedgehugger · World Chat Champion Joined: 03 Nov 2007 Karma :

There are also 'breed-specific' rescues out there.

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WannaBeDude · World Chat Champion Joined: 05 Jul 2011 Karma :

I did lol at Tv comment. Very Happy

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kawakid · World Chat Champion Joined: 15 Mar 2005 Karma :

Thanks for the posts, I have thought about the rspca route, its something I will have to consider nearer the time.
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Jenks · World Chat Champion Joined: 22 May 2006 Karma :

i have a cocker spaniel.

I went and got one from a Pedigree KC mum and dad. chose the one which looked and behaved nice and quiet.

Shes the opposite of hyperactive. doesnt really like to play ball either! - loves her walks, and Ducks......

brilliant soppy thing.
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Tonka · World Chat Champion Joined: 11 Jun 2008 Karma :

I've had three dogs.

First was through a personal recommendation as I wanted a specific breed. The litter was a one off and I was able to view mother, grandmother and as I was the first to collect all the puppies. He was a lovely dog from a lovely home. Father was a KC registered dog, but I didn't get to view - certainly not an issue or uncommon.

Second dog was given to me through a breed rescue again through a personal recommendation. He was the most wonderful dog I think I will ever have the luck to 'own'. He'd been a 'failed' show dog so had been trained brilliantly and came to me at three years old.

Third and current dog was bought for an ex but he decided he didn't want him after 24 hours, so I kept him instead. I saw the advert in the local store/PO and went to see the litter first. They had both the mother and father and kept one of the litter for themselves. It had been an accidental litter as they had rescued the father and shortly after the mother had come into season!

With all the dogs (and incidentally my cats) I have kept in contact with the people I got them from - birthdays and Christmas. Decent proper families, not ruthless financially motivated breeders. You know when it's right and the only thing I will say is however hard, never ever get a puppy because you feel sorry for it in it's circumstances. The best thing you can do is walk away and report your findings to the KC or anyone who might listen.

Having had a rehome/rescue mature dog I would certainly consider this for the future. Puppies are lovely but they are hard work; worth it without a doubt, but not to be underestimated. My rehome was a delight from start to finish and whilst he took a while to settle properly, I had very little to do except love him to bits and restore his confidence - who wouldn't love every second of doing that!!

I Wub

doggies!!
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Kradmelder · World Chat Champion Joined: 13 Jun 2012 Karma :

Well my dogs always came from female dogs Laughing

sorry couldnt resist.

I always looked in local papers. I prefer Rotties, but dont need papers. Just good family and home protection dogs. So i go look at ads where I can see both parents, look for strong, not temperental dogs that wont back down.

You can see when the dogs have been well taken care off and have good stable temperment
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Barnaby · Banned Joined: 16 Jun 2012 Karma :

I get mine from CovDude.

I end up paying humongous vets bills to plug the stab wounds, but who cares!

I love animals, so any animal out of it's reach is a bonus.
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recman · World Chat Champion Joined: 26 Mar 2012 Karma :

I got me dag from this bloke
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Louise · World Chat Champion Joined: 22 May 2006 Karma :

Local RSPCA imo and take a look around - they will come and check your house ect.
Brought a couple of dogs from them years ago -
Ex just took her dog (well kinda mine in a way, absolutly loved this dog) But I had no say nor do I live in a house that I could take her on Crying or Very sad

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kawakid · World Chat Champion Joined: 15 Mar 2005 Karma :

I'm loving all the dog pictures.

There is a large Rspca in th town I live (halifax), so I will have a look there. I am also open to a cross breed, looking at insurance quotes they are much cheaper. Perahps something like a border collie/german shephard cross.

Its early days, but I am going to start buying stuff, such as a large crate, toys, bowls etc.

I cant't get a dog until after half term in October as we are on holiday. Which means I probably can't go on holiday until October 2013 as I wouldn't want to leave a younger dog in Kennels. Unfortunately I have aleays had to kennel my dog when on holiday.
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Lone-Wolf · World Chat Champion Joined: 13 Jul 2004 Karma :

Wotcha.

You let the dog choose you . . . . that's what I did . . and would do again should I ever get the opportunity.
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Alpha-9 · Super Spammer Joined: 19 Jan 2012 Karma :

Dogs comes from bitches.

I gave that bitch a puppy.
Bitches love puppies.

Get a rescue dog, noone else will Crying or Very sad

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J4mes · World Chat Champion Joined: 18 Mar 2011 Karma :

I bought from a breeder (my cousin as it happens) as the RSPCA and other local dog charities wouldn't allow me to rehome a dog due to my working hours. (I'm out 9 hours a day)

So I bought a dog, she gets walked in the morning, walked at night, walked for hours and hours at the weekend, we take her to Austria when we go skiing, we take her camping twice a year.

She spends pretty much the whole day while I'm out asleep, the neighbours have never heard her bark, she hasn't messed or chewed since she was a pup. (which is to be expected)

I think she has a better home and happier life than being locked in a 6x5 concrete cage for XX hours a day.