Lanthe Posted Saturday at 10:43 AM Share Posted Saturday at 10:43 AM (edited) Hello Friends I was a member of this forum for many years however it was many years ago and misplaced my details so have created a new account. I always considered this site the best source of information and opinion in relation to our furry little friends. Anyway I don't want to be too long winded and I'll try to wrap this up as neatly as I can. Our dear Kara passed away last July after 16 wonderful years (a terrier blend who came to us after a failed first home) and we are now looking to invite a new family member into our home. A little bit about us.. We own our own home, have 6ft fences down two sides and I think 5.5 across the back.. (it's a a little shorter) all colour bond and quite large for a suburban yard. We have a four year old cat Nixon who is a little darling but may need some acclimation after almost a year without a dog in the house. My partner and I can offer a stable forever home and we have a 17 year old son who has good animal sense. We aren't particularly in any hurry to get a new furry friend and are more interested in making the right choice and the right connection for a successful future. We road trip extensively cross country at least once a year with my mums rotti/lab blend and my uncles bull arab and spend a weekend most months 4x4, hiking, and doing general wilderness activities, we understand the commitment particularly with a young dog of the need for regular exercise and are prepared for that. Our family has always considered our dogs as integral family members and any new addition will be treated as such. I personally am also interested in the potential for dog sports and would be interested to listen to any advice for complete newcomers. We do work full time however because of the cross over in family activity times the maximum amount of time our dog would be unattended would be 6 hours 4 days per week however initially or potentially long term I could come home during the middle of those days albeit briefly to attend as I work very close to where I live. Size isn't important however something that is robust enough to hike with my family dogs would be crucial. I welcome any opinions about breed suggestions. Edited Saturday at 10:48 AM by Lanthe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deeds Posted Sunday at 02:21 AM Share Posted Sunday at 02:21 AM Labrador. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mairead Posted Sunday at 02:32 AM Share Posted Sunday at 02:32 AM You can't/shouldn't do wilderness activities with dogs. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Papillon Kisses Posted Sunday at 02:38 AM Share Posted Sunday at 02:38 AM 5 minutes ago, Mairead said: You can't/shouldn't do wilderness activities with dogs. Why do you say this? It’s illegal in national parks but not in state forests 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dogsfevr Posted Sunday at 03:59 AM Share Posted Sunday at 03:59 AM It would actually be easier if you listed breeds of interest . You havent said indoor dog /otdoor dog,grooming/no grooming ,what kind of terrain walks,what kind of dog sports interest you .How many km of walkiing would be normal 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lanthe Posted Sunday at 10:03 PM Author Share Posted Sunday at 10:03 PM (edited) 19 hours ago, Papillon Kisses said: Why do you say this? It’s illegal in national parks but not in state forests Thank you We travel and camp on private properties and in state forests that allow dogs we have been out to the Flinders Ranges all through Tasmania / Victoria/ Queensland and South Australia with my families two other dogs and there was plenty of dog friendly accommodations and other families with furry friends staying there too. We aren't reckless and follow all the rules. Edited Sunday at 10:05 PM by Lanthe 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mairead Posted yesterday at 01:34 AM Share Posted yesterday at 01:34 AM (edited) Take note of what you liked/didn't like about all the dogs you have known well. Size, coat, drool or none, intelligence, independence or clinginess, ability to lift into vehicle or to fit into space you have in vehicle, trainability, interest in chickens, cats, livestock or wildlife, recall reliability, boarding or petsitting cost for when you are travelling to dogs-not-allowed area. Be aware that sizeable dogs with low body sensitivity can dent and escape colourbond fences, and the larger the dog the higher the vet costs. You might also need a balance between a dog that is independent enough to cope with being alone and not so independent that they don't listen to you. Also consider your experience of training - have all your dogs been considered well behaved? Good luck. Edited yesterday at 01:35 AM by Mairead 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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