First-off, I have owned many dogs and cats throughout my life, since childhood. I never actually went out to get one, as they always just entered (and inevitably exited) my life...
We recently lost our 17 year old dog after nearly 6 difficult months of sub Q admins. We were fortunate to have found a truly wonderful in-home euthanasia vet.
I'm a bit more patient, but my wife insists on finding a new dog and is becoming irrational as we've examined various shelters in the area.
We don't have a large yard, and I'm a behaviorist stickler for puppyhood training---On one outing, she was insistent on adopting a relatively large, 4 yr-old French Bulldog, who happened to be cute and friendly. On another occasion, she wanted to adopt a 3 year-old chihuahua mix who was approaching her and being very affectionate. She has not, in her past, preferred chihuahuas in the slightest. In fact, she has mentioned that they are too yappy! I honestly think she's on the rebound...
Anyhow, we require a watchful breed, one that may quickly alert me into "combat mode." So, I told her we're seeking Shih Tzu, Pomeranian, or Mini Schnauzer. I have ruled out the popular, Lhasa Apso. If you disagree, please present a good argument.
I DO NOT wish to acquire a puppy online. I prefer to find a local person so that we may have the opportunity to meet everybody involved; breeder, parents of puppy, and the entire litter of pups.
What is the best means of doing this? Thanks very much for your help!🙂
We recently lost our 17 year old dog after nearly 6 difficult months of sub Q admins. We were fortunate to have found a truly wonderful in-home euthanasia vet.
I'm a bit more patient, but my wife insists on finding a new dog and is becoming irrational as we've examined various shelters in the area.
We don't have a large yard, and I'm a behaviorist stickler for puppyhood training---On one outing, she was insistent on adopting a relatively large, 4 yr-old French Bulldog, who happened to be cute and friendly. On another occasion, she wanted to adopt a 3 year-old chihuahua mix who was approaching her and being very affectionate. She has not, in her past, preferred chihuahuas in the slightest. In fact, she has mentioned that they are too yappy! I honestly think she's on the rebound...
Anyhow, we require a watchful breed, one that may quickly alert me into "combat mode." So, I told her we're seeking Shih Tzu, Pomeranian, or Mini Schnauzer. I have ruled out the popular, Lhasa Apso. If you disagree, please present a good argument.
I DO NOT wish to acquire a puppy online. I prefer to find a local person so that we may have the opportunity to meet everybody involved; breeder, parents of puppy, and the entire litter of pups.
What is the best means of doing this? Thanks very much for your help!🙂