Ladedadeda Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 I am another vote for Whippet or Greyhound, they are beautiful dogs, and match what you are looking for really. I love BT's but they need someone with a lot of patience and persistence because otherwise they will out persist you when it comes to training. In saying that I know some really fabulous BT's owned by friends who have done a wonderful job with their dogs. One is so great we call her Nanny Scarlett and she looks after all the pups and teaches them manners. Best of luck finding a suitable breed. Exactly my point not all dogs in a breed are true to general perception, just used the breed we own (BT) to point it out :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
k9angel Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 My first thought after reading the opening post was greyhound. So another vote from me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparkyTansy Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 not many people consider it because of the coat, however the Old English Sheepdog sounds as though it could be a good match. The only issue here would be the coat... they don't shed masses of hair so they need to be brushed to avoid matting. Many people that keep them as pets clip them in the summer and allow it to grow out slightly for winter months but keep it brushed. If you dont mind the grooming or the clipping they might be a consideration. They are very easy to train, are very good at alerting to noise (the have a VERY loud bark but don't bark much unless they have to), they are a heavy set but not a huge breed. They are a moderately active dog, and this varies from line to line and is also dependant on the weather (they do feel the heat). You would need to ensure they are kept cool in summer if they are outside and not clipped off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmandaJ Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 Would the tibbie happen to be from Stylyn? The Qld tibbie was from Myikyi. My other equally great tibbies have come from Lynandra in NSW (no longer operating) and Pzazz from Sweden (imported & raised & beautifully socialised at Telavier in NSW). The experienced sheltie breeders in the Sheltie Club of Qld, also get the hugest bouquet from me, for what they produce. I'm sure there'd be registered breeders of this calibre for other breeds as well. It beats me why anyone would go anywhere near a pet store or a puppy farm. I thought your post captured perfectly what this 'calibre' is. Thanks mita. The reason I asked about the breeder is 2 of my kids are Qld'rs both from Stylyn - "healthy as horses" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clyde Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 Aussie Shepherd :thumbsup: I think it ticks all your boxes. Coated, not too crazy, big enough to make you feel safe but not big and boofy to make you feel like you can't control them. Look in to their temperament and see what you think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrinaJ Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 Aussie Shepherd :thumbsup: I think it ticks all your boxes. Coated, not too crazy, big enough to make you feel safe but not big and boofy to make you feel like you can't control them. Look in to their temperament and see what you think. beautiful dogs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whiskedaway Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 Just rereading your post, a Finnish Lapphund may tick the boxes too especially as you said you don't mind the coat. They're lovely family dogs, and a Spitz breed so your dad would know the Spitz personality having owned a corgi. If they grow up with cats they're fine with them (mine only gets excited over cats if the Sibe does, normally she ignores them) and the girls aren't too bad strength wise. Otherwise I agree with greyhound and whippet. Maybe Aussie Shepherd too? Definitely have a look around at the show, as I said before we'll be there with the token lappie and I'm more than happy to point you in the right direction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atanquin Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 Shelties are a lovely breed if you can keep up with the brushing everyone I know will give a warning bark. I would say a cocker but mine would so not give a warning bark and would lick the intruders to death lol, they have to be apart if the family they love their owners Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozone Posted September 14, 2011 Author Share Posted September 14, 2011 (edited) Lapphund's aren't easily avaliable, though I have looked and considered them. Interstate breeders are probably off the cards. I have confliction information about Aussies, some say they get bored very easy because they are so intelligent, and someone else has indicated they are mellow...? **conflicting Edited September 14, 2011 by Ozone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wuffles Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 Lapphund's aren't easily avaliable, though I have looked and considered them. Interstate breeders are probably off the cards. I have confliction information about Aussies, some say they get bored very easy because they are so intelligent, and someone else has indicated they are mellow...? **conflicting Aussie temperament varies considerably between individuals... There are the very laidback, the very full on and everything in between. Just to make it confusing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ness Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 Aussies can be like Borders I think there are varying energy levels and its about finding a breeder to match the right temperament pup with the right person. I got my first BC who is now 11 when I was in second year uni and got another one 3 and a half years ago when I started my PhD . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whiskedaway Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 Interstate breeders are probably off the cards. It's not expensive to fly a pup from interstate - Halo cost me $80 from Melbourne. We were fortunate enough to go over to meet her, but if we hadn't been able to I would have been fine with letting our breeder pick for us because they match the pup's personality up with the family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmandaJ Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 Lapphund's aren't easily avaliable, though I have looked and considered them. Interstate breeders are probably off the cards. I have confliction information about Aussies, some say they get bored very easy because they are so intelligent, and someone else has indicated they are mellow...? **conflicting And that is one of the reasons you need to talk to the breeders - get correct information. Any animal can get bored and become destructive. The breeders know the temperament of their lines and will tell you what is needed for them. If you go on the weekend - whiskedaway will be there - but in the same group you have beardies, borders, corgis, OES, etc.... I can easily give you some names of trustworthy people around that group and in a few others who can guide you around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrinaJ Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 Interstate breeders are probably off the cards. It's not expensive to fly a pup from interstate - Halo cost me $80 from Melbourne. We were fortunate enough to go over to meet her, but if we hadn't been able to I would have been fine with letting our breeder pick for us because they match the pup's personality up with the family. I was only changed $100 to ship my puppies from Melb-Bris and Melb-Syd. If you find the 'right' breeder in another state then I'd definately look at having the pup flown over to you. Jetpet were fantastic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozone Posted September 14, 2011 Author Share Posted September 14, 2011 Interstate breeders are probably off the cards. It's not expensive to fly a pup from interstate - Halo cost me $80 from Melbourne. We were fortunate enough to go over to meet her, but if we hadn't been able to I would have been fine with letting our breeder pick for us because they match the pup's personality up with the family. Not sure about flying...driving interstate would be on the cards usually but petrol price no way Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KumaAkita Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 (edited) Lapphund's aren't easily avaliable, though I have looked and considered them. Interstate breeders are probably off the cards. I have confliction information about Aussies, some say they get bored very easy because they are so intelligent, and someone else has indicated they are mellow...? **conflicting Don't let the availability be the barrier for your choices. The right dog will come along, and if that means you have to wait... then so be it. This isn't an impulse, it's a life-time committment and you want to make sure you get it right. We had to wait 9 years to get our boy, many reasons really (living in an apartment, renting, moving regularly) but once the timing was right for us, it still took us quite a while to get the right dog. In the end, it's about what you want... a dog, or the Right Dog. Also - many interstate breeders will fly a dog just about anywhere in Australia for the right owner. I'll leave the more experienced to suggest breeds (I'm infatuated with my own and it's way too big for your needs) ETA - just saw your post? Why no flying of dog? It is done regularly and with great care. The airlines are well set up for this type of freight. Edited September 14, 2011 by KumaAkita Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozone Posted September 14, 2011 Author Share Posted September 14, 2011 Lapphund's aren't easily avaliable, though I have looked and considered them. Interstate breeders are probably off the cards. I have confliction information about Aussies, some say they get bored very easy because they are so intelligent, and someone else has indicated they are mellow...? **conflicting And that is one of the reasons you need to talk to the breeders - get correct information. Any animal can get bored and become destructive. The breeders know the temperament of their lines and will tell you what is needed for them. If you go on the weekend - whiskedaway will be there - but in the same group you have beardies, borders, corgis, OES, etc.... I can easily give you some names of trustworthy people around that group and in a few others who can guide you around. Could you or whiskedaway give me a brief overview? Like where to go? My Dad would know about the show but would people be OK with 'just another family wanting a puppy' coming up and asking questions? Dad would probably stay at the corgi section all day given the chance xD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmandaJ Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 Lapphund's aren't easily avaliable, though I have looked and considered them. Interstate breeders are probably off the cards. I have confliction information about Aussies, some say they get bored very easy because they are so intelligent, and someone else has indicated they are mellow...? **conflicting And that is one of the reasons you need to talk to the breeders - get correct information. Any animal can get bored and become destructive. The breeders know the temperament of their lines and will tell you what is needed for them. If you go on the weekend - whiskedaway will be there - but in the same group you have beardies, borders, corgis, OES, etc.... I can easily give you some names of trustworthy people around that group and in a few others who can guide you around. Could you or whiskedaway give me a brief overview? Like where to go? My Dad would know about the show but would people be OK with 'just another family wanting a puppy' coming up and asking questions? Dad would probably stay at the corgi section all day given the chance xD I'll PM you with a name for dad to talk to if he's a corgi lover. Group 5 is easy to find - right down the back and furthest from the buildings - they must think that because we have working dogs we need the exercise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whiskedaway Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 Could you or whiskedaway give me a brief overview? Like where to go? My Dad would know about the show but would people be OK with 'just another family wanting a puppy' coming up and asking questions? Dad would probably stay at the corgi section all day given the chance xD The main rule of thumb is if people look busy grooming a dog, getting ready to go into the ring, then WAIT. Almost everyone will be happy to talk to you once we're done (because lets face it, we all adore our breeds and want to rave about them ), but it's best to wait until we're all relaxed and done. As Amanda said, group 5 is up the back as far as you can get from the buildings, and group 4 isn't far away either which are the two groups where most of the suggestions have come from. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozone Posted September 14, 2011 Author Share Posted September 14, 2011 Could you or whiskedaway give me a brief overview? Like where to go? My Dad would know about the show but would people be OK with 'just another family wanting a puppy' coming up and asking questions? Dad would probably stay at the corgi section all day given the chance xD The main rule of thumb is if people look busy grooming a dog, getting ready to go into the ring, then WAIT. Almost everyone will be happy to talk to you once we're done (because lets face it, we all adore our breeds and want to rave about them ), but it's best to wait until we're all relaxed and done. As Amanda said, group 5 is up the back as far as you can get from the buildings, and group 4 isn't far away either which are the two groups where most of the suggestions have come from. Thank you so much Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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