where do you find a mongrel/cross breed pup?

Clare

Hi new to forums so please excuse any errors made.
My question is Where can I find a cross breed or mongrel pup?
We are registered and house cleared with Battersea dogs home and also the Dogs trust. Due to having 2 young children under 8 and working from my home as a registered childminder I have been advised to get a new puppy as in 0-6 months old so that the dog can grow up in our enviroment. I will be using crate training with kids understanding not to touch dog when in her crate etc. Problem I have and I know that this will offend many - I cannot have a staff terrier or anything resembling one as some poss most parents will worry about the dog and their child(stresses with leaving child already). My husband is a trained dog handler through work and works shifts and I work from home so dog rarely left on own. Its unlikely that we will ever get a pup from Battersea as majority are terrier cross so where do we go? Really do not have a problem with waiting for the right dog and have an open mind to what we have. Been waiting 10months already and will prob look to buy in the new year but again where from? Not willing to hand money over to classifieds etc. Have money to but, chip,insure and spay. Can anyone advise, maybe know any other rescue centres. ( we are happy for an older dog up to a year if the right dog.) thanks in advance and apologies for essay.

Blue pup

Try looking in other rescues, even if they are further away, most dogs in rescues are mixes. Have you also considered if you want a small dog or a big dog? If you want a dog that doesn't shed much? Or if you are willing to bring the dog to a groomer? Have you considred what energy level you can handle (longer walks...ect...ect). Breeds that are better with childern? Not that mixes are bad, but you do have to realize that you need to know what you are capable of handling.

Mikey

Honestly I would say that's BAD advice. It's much more advisable when you have children to get an adult dog (from a shelter) because you can then choose one who is
1) potty trained (this would be an unimaginable pain when you have kids running around to worry about)
2) is screened and proven to be good around children.

TBH puppies and kids don't mix, and I would not want to worry about children and a puppy-it's just like having a baby-a LOT of work.

I'd look into shelters and rescues in your area, and find a dog who is good with children and even potty trained and crate trained. Make life easier for you

Check on petfinder.com for dogs in your area.

pawzaddict

I ditto Mikey, kids and puppies are a big no no and I typically see dogs with kids grow up to have behavioral problems and lots of fears. An adult dog who has been screened to be good with children is the way to go. However, kids should NEVER be left alone with any dog ever, just make sure this is something you can control otherwise I would not suggest bringing a pet into your home at this time

2Greys

There are adult dogs available that known to be good with kids, some maybe in foster homes with kids. I think you need to be sure that you will have time to deal with the pups needs along with looking after the kids as they can be demanding. Its also worth bearing in mind that pups tend to be mouthy and with needle like teeth it does hurt and it can be hard to train out when kids reactions make it fun ( running & squealing). Its a shame you can't get a staffie as they tend to be excellent with children, but with the media portrayal it probably would effect your business.

Googling county + dog rescue will probably help find some more that are in your local area and most pedigree breeds have their own rescue too.
dogsblog there is a search function for child friendly dogs.
Dogpages
Many Tears- often have pups if you go that route.
retired greyhounds are good if you want a lazy dog that you can leave to sleep out of the way while working with the kids, they are often calm around children for stroking.