NotSureWhich

One of mine growls when he's rolling on his back, sounds so funny.

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Awwwwwwww they are so adorable!

I use a serrated knife and cut between the bone, the dogs go nuts for the flaps.

Congratulations,he's a beautiful boy. I have a soft spot for Kelpies.

I'd like to join in to. I live on acreage so I usually let the dogs have a run through the paddocks, but going for a walk will be good exercise for me. I also have a new dog arriving in the next couple of weeks so would be good bonding time with him.

That is sad.

Those poor dogs and your Aunty. Would have been terrifying and distressing.

Gorgeous photos.

I've stayed with the two that had to cross the rainbow bridge.

Oh dear now I know where I went wrong, I was looking at the link that has the show for the full year. No wonder I couldn't find anything. Hmmmmm maybe I should have pet rocks instead.

Awesome, thanks heaps for that info, including what dog goes in which group. I wasn't sure about those details either. Bugger I knew there was another question, what time does it start? Does the CCCQ website have all this info on it or is there another site I should be visiting as well? I'm definitely going either the Friday or Saturday night.

I totally forgot about flyball, that was something I've seen piccies of and thought it would be awesome to do. Ohhhhh and I wouldn't have to run either. LOL I didn't mind the frisbee either but I'm a bit ummm challenged in the throwing area.

This is a great idea, especially for those with puppies.

Thanks everyone once again. The two dogs I have are a 14 year old Kelpie X and a 10 year old mini foxy. I did have another mini foxy in the mix but unfortunately he died from snake bite some years ago. I did do obedience and club agility many many years ago with the Kelpie X and loved it, as did she. However at the time I was told I could not compete with her as she wasn't a papered dog. Then due to a change in jobs I wasn't able to attend any obedience or agility. So did some work with my girl at home, kept her busy etc. But I never got a chance to get into the agility which we both loved. Lifestyle change again means I now work from home, have the time to put into a new dog. Go to obedience and agility training. I have a laid back personality but I don't allow my dogs to do as they please. It's not in their best interests or mine. Other than the Finnish, maybe there is something else more suitable. I took the two select a pet tests and they came up with some odd choices. lol

Ohhhhhh I just saw that when I posted my reply. Will go look now, thanks!

Cool a show this weekend. How do I find out which breeds are doing shown Friday and Saturday night. I've been to the CCCQ website but it's not all that user friendly. I might just be a little slow though. I'm going to have to have a look at these Finnish dogs. Although to be honest I prefer a short coat dog, except in the case of the I.W. But I'm thinking their coat would be easier to care for than a F.L? That's great info re: the lady with the leg and her dog. I love all four breeds so am keeping an open mind. I think I'm more likely to come across that certain dog that steals my heart rather than a particular breed if that makes any sense? Thanks again all, I do appreciate your help.

Thanks everyone for your thoughts and advice, they are much appreciated. I'd like to get competitive with the agility, in saying that though I'm not too fast on my feet so not sure if that would let down the team. Maybe I need something that doesn't run very quickly. Ok, looks like my next part of the research is sussing out when a show is on that has the dogs I'm interested in and checking out some trials. Thanks once again everyone. Will let you know how I go... ;)

Although it says NSW, that doesn't stand for the State but rather Not Sure Which, as in I'm not sure which dog is the right one for me. The four I have an interest in are Smooth coated Fox Terriers, Dobie, Kelpie and Irish Wolfhound. What I'd like to do with the dogs is Obedience and also agility. The agility might count out the I.W but not knowing enough about the breed I could be wrong. I have plenty of land to run a dog on, good fencing, work from home so the dog will have company. I do have two dogs currently so the prospective newcomer will have other doggie company. I'm not interested in showing or breeding but do want to compete with agility. Are there obedience comps? If so, that to. I'm not particularly active however my old girl is a Kelpie X so has been ball mad her whole life (14yrs old) and we still play ball each day. However, there will be no cross country marathons run with the dog, nor two hour walking treks etc. Hopefully if the doggie enjoys car rides he or she will come with me when I go out and about doing my thing. Only one of my dogs comes with me atm as the other hates the car. I'm not sure what other information I should provide in order for people to perhaps provide some advice, feedback etc. Would the shows at Durack be the best place to go and see these breeds and talk to prospective breeders? Or would I be better off going to an agility club and speaking to breeders there? I've never had purebred dogs before so unsure what the deal is. Thanks in advance for any suggestions. Btw I'm in no hurry to purchase another dog.

Lol, great capture.

Your photos are gorgeous!

What a beautiful spot, my dogs would love that water hole. Lovely piccies to.

I would love an Irish Wolfhound, I've liked the breed for many years. I've not had the opportunity to get up close and personal to one though.