tdierikx Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 What about a Cardigan Corgi... definitely a larger dog in a smaller body... *grin* T. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Animal House Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 If she has the grand kids around regularly, the smaller breeds might be intimated (Chi, Chinese Crested etc)....I'd think a Tibbie would be good. (Tibetan Spaniel) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 there's a rescue Tibbie X boy ...HERE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mel_ Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 Would have to vote for a Cavalier too :) I only have one and he actually does well being on his own. We did get him use to it from a young age though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cannibalgoldfish Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 A Shiba Inu may work, IF she has very good fencing and walks it on lead, not let it run free. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosetta Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 (edited) No particular breed recommendation but rather a suggestion she have a look at all the wonderful little dogs available on the Pet Rescue site. :) Rather than concentrating on breed choose a dog with the temperament, looks and level of maintenance that would suit - so many gorgeous dogs needing a home. I'm sure if she wanted a little rescue dog she'd be asking for one. What not choose a purebred pup (or adult dog) if that's what she wants?? Of course if Pet Rescue would make it easy to search by breed for a dog... but that's a whole nuther story. Why they insist that size alone is a good search method.... Breed CAN be a good method of finding temperament, looks and maintenance levels you know. And the OP does ask for breed recommendations. Oh why do I bother. Every time I post I get some narkie response. What on earth is wrong with suggesting someone have a look at Pet Rescue - she can pick a purebreed from there as well "you know" if that is what she wants. Edited March 31, 2014 by Rosetta Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frufru Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 Elderly friends had a beautiful older cavalier from rescue and her was quite happy to be left on his own when they went out - rarely heard a peep out of him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gila Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 The purebred Shih Tzus we see at work are gorgeous spunky friendly little guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loving my Oldies Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 The question is a bit like "how long is a piece of string". You could probably find any number of dogs of all breeds who would suit. It is finding them. First of all compile a list of pros and cons. Then look in PetRescue and make a list of the dogs who take the lady's fancy, and contact the rescuer for more information. Keep to the dogs in foster care as then you will have a better understanding of the personality of the dog ...... as much as you can . Dogs can change when they change homes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest donatella Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 (edited) No particular breed recommendation but rather a suggestion she have a look at all the wonderful little dogs available on the Pet Rescue site. :) Rather than concentrating on breed choose a dog with the temperament, looks and level of maintenance that would suit - so many gorgeous dogs needing a home. I'm sure if she wanted a little rescue dog she'd be asking for one. What not choose a purebred pup (or adult dog) if that's what she wants?? Of course if Pet Rescue would make it easy to search by breed for a dog... but that's a whole nuther story. Why they insist that size alone is a good search method.... Breed CAN be a good method of finding temperament, looks and maintenance levels you know. And the OP does ask for breed recommendations. Oh why do I bother. Every time I post I get some narkie response. What on earth is wrong with suggesting someone have a look at Pet Rescue - she can pick a purebreed from there as well "you know" if that is what she wants. It's a bit like that shot down for every suggestion. I think pet rescue is a great one Edited March 31, 2014 by donatella Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Staff'n'Toller Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 Female Greyhound. Why: Less likely to get caught up 'under feet'. Generally quiet. A dark coloured one might help her feel safe. Calm demeanour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scarlet Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 If she has the grand kids around regularly, the smaller breeds might be intimated (Chi, Chinese Crested etc)....I'd think a Tibbie would be good. (Tibetan Spaniel) I'm planning on a Tibbie for my retirement. I'd also like a sheltie but they can be yappy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loving my Oldies Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 (edited) Oh why do I bother. Every time I post I get some narkie response. What on earth is wrong with suggesting someone have a look at Pet Rescue - she can pick a purebreed from there as well "you know" if that is what she wants. This started me thinking, because my immediate thought was for the person to look on PetRescue I guess it is because I was involved in pounds and rescue/fostering for so many years, that whenever anyone talks about getting a dog, I immediately think Rescue. However, it could also be that the pure bred world needs to do as much, as a group, as the rescue community does as a group, because unless someone wants a specific breed, looking at breeders generally would not cross my mind. Sure there are lots in the general community who think along those lines too. Just a thought. Off Topic, sorry OP Edited March 31, 2014 by Dame Danny's Darling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salukifan Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 (edited) Oh why do I bother. Every time I post I get some narkie response. What on earth is wrong with suggesting someone have a look at Pet Rescue - she can pick a purebreed from there as well "you know" if that is what she wants. Sorry, it was narkie. You are right. I find it wears thin to see the rescue agenda continually raised in threads asking for breed suggestions FOR PUPS on a purebred dog forum. It would also be nice to see breed suggestions that actually relate to what characteristics the person is seeking in a dog but that's not your fault. However, if I posted "go to a registered breeder for a purebred pup" in "looking for a rescue dog" threads, what do you think the reaction would be? Pet Rescue is a lousy site for searching by breed. You can't. Philosophical reasons no doubt but "small, medium or large" is pretty useless for searching for temperament, maintenance or coat type which is where breed is very handy. Edited March 31, 2014 by Haredown Whippets Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bridgie_cat Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 shelties can be excellent for older people and great with kids IF they are raised with them. very gentle very easily trained. a small working dog that requires a bit less exercise than your kelpies and BCs if she likes the working dog temperament otherwise. can be fearful if they have nothing to do with kids until they are adults and if you are not careful about picking a pup with a stable temperament. my only issue with CKCS is that you need to be financially stable as heart disease is common and expensive to treat... otherwise lovely little dogs and probably perfect for what you have described. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shakti Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 Another vote for CKCS and a decided No for a Min Pin - they were recently listed as among the top Ten Most Energetic breeds along with Australian Shepherds etc!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mixeduppup Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 I know many mature aged ladies with cocker spaniels around here. They seem to suit them really well. I agree that a greyhound would suit well as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spotted Devil Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 I had a Min Pin in a puppy class recently - wow! What a live wire!!! Awesome performance potential but maybe a bit much for this situation. In-laws have a lovely Sheltie (retired show dog as he was too small) but he is timid. I have seen a few similarly timid Shelties which have also been quite yappy so you would need to select lines carefully. Can't go past the CKCS for a beautiful pet. The show cockers can be sweet little dogs but can still be very "busy" - the boys I've seen are more laid back than the girls. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rozzie Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 Shih tzu. Personality plus, trainable, big dog/little body. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westiemum Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 Big dog in a small dogs body? That's a Westie. I rehomed a quiet 4 year old girl Westie with an 80 year old - so match made in heaven for an older person. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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