Breed Recomendations

[Blackdogs]

I'm just wondering, is the dog going to be outside when they are inside, or will it be supervised outside? How far is the road from the house?

I have no problem with a well trained dog being outside unleashed with its owners as long as it's not too close to the road. Many herding breeds have limited inclination to wander too far from their owners when they are present and can be kept close with the occasional whistle.

I agree with the Smooth Collie suggestion.

[Crysti_Lei]

I'm just wondering, is the dog going to be outside when they are inside, or will it be supervised outside? How far is the road from the house?

no, the dog will always be with them. the road is a good 100m+.

while the MIL is eager for a pure bred and is talking to breeders, the FIL is wanting to quickly get a kelpie X bitza type. Both options have their merits I think, though I would have loved for the MIL to have more of a say in the matter and get breed she has always wanted. but it seems their need for a dog asap will trump the luxury of choosing the perfect breed.

they are currently looking at rescue puppies.