Help with choosing a new dog ?
15 August 2005, 10:26 AM
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Help with choosing a new dog ?
My Mum and Dad have recently retired and have decided on buying another dog. They did have a Westie but it died at 12 years old, about 3 years ago. Now they have retired they have decided on getting another dog but not a Westie as they think they would always be comparing it to their last one.
They asked me if i knew of any other dogs (around the same size) that would be suitable, the one i immediately thought of was the Border Terrier:
http://terrificpets.com/images/uploa...reedsadv28.jpg
As yet the only other option was one of those skittish little Yorkie things which to be honest is not really what my Dad wants to walk down the road with
So, has anyone got any advice as to which type of dog would suit them best?
They asked me if i knew of any other dogs (around the same size) that would be suitable, the one i immediately thought of was the Border Terrier:
http://terrificpets.com/images/uploa...reedsadv28.jpg
As yet the only other option was one of those skittish little Yorkie things which to be honest is not really what my Dad wants to walk down the road with
So, has anyone got any advice as to which type of dog would suit them best?
15 August 2005, 10:31 AM
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get a staffy 
is 13/year a good life for a westy?
now sure how old ours is now
must be at least 10
still daft and likes to run about all over the place, although i have noticed he has a lot more kippage of late
is 13/year a good life for a westy?
now sure how old ours is now
must be at least 10
still daft and likes to run about all over the place, although i have noticed he has a lot more kippage of late
15 August 2005, 10:43 AM
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15 August 2005, 10:53 AM
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miniature schnauzer
http://www.champdogs.co.uk/guided/ut..._breeders.html
or go with a jack russell.
http://www.champdogs.co.uk/guided/ut..._breeders.html
or go with a jack russell.
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15 August 2005, 11:03 AM
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get them a rottie 
its about the same size as a westie for about 3 weeks, we have one, and my parents would never have entertained the idea of one before, in fact when I told them I was getting one they were like dont do it, they now look after mine in the week whilst I am at work, I nearly have to force them to give him back, he loves to walk, as they do and he is really is a wonderful companion.
consider all the options before making a decision
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its about the same size as a westie for about 3 weeks, we have one, and my parents would never have entertained the idea of one before, in fact when I told them I was getting one they were like
dont do it, they now look after mine in the week whilst I am at work, I nearly have to force them to give him back, he loves to walk, as they do and he is really is a wonderful companion.consider all the options before making a decision
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15 August 2005, 11:14 AM
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15 August 2005, 11:15 AM
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All depends on its breed lines and how its brought up.
Rotties have a bad reputation but in the real world in the proper breed lines they are very loving and well natured dogs, its only when they are born into the wrong hands that they proceed their reputation. Dont get me wrong they can have their fair share of temper like any other dog, but in my experience Ive not found many dogs more vicious and awful as the westie. might not agree but from the many I know they are nasty little g!ts.
Now if you want a small, mad VERY loving dog, got to go for a Bulldog
http://www.rtoc.org/library/file.asp?id=20052
http://www.rtoc.org/library/file.asp?id=16832
http://www.rtoc.org/library/file.asp?id=15603
http://www.rtoc.org/library/file.asp?id=15602
Rotties have a bad reputation but in the real world in the proper breed lines they are very loving and well natured dogs, its only when they are born into the wrong hands that they proceed their reputation. Dont get me wrong they can have their fair share of temper like any other dog, but in my experience Ive not found many dogs more vicious and awful as the westie. might not agree but from the many I know they are nasty little g!ts.
Now if you want a small, mad VERY loving dog, got to go for a Bulldog
http://www.rtoc.org/library/file.asp?id=20052
http://www.rtoc.org/library/file.asp?id=16832
http://www.rtoc.org/library/file.asp?id=15603
http://www.rtoc.org/library/file.asp?id=15602
15 August 2005, 11:23 AM
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Originally Posted by davegtt
All depends on its breed lines and how its brought up.
Rotties have a bad reputation but in the real world in the proper breed lines they are very loving and well natured dogs, its only when they are born into the wrong hands that they proceed their reputation. Dont get me wrong they can have their fair share of temper like any other dog, but in my experience Ive not found many dogs more vicious and awful as the westie. might not agree but from the many I know they are nasty little g!ts.
Now if you want a small, mad VERY loving dog, got to go for a Bulldog
http://www.rtoc.org/library/file.asp?id=20052
http://www.rtoc.org/library/file.asp?id=16832
http://www.rtoc.org/library/file.asp?id=15603
http://www.rtoc.org/library/file.asp?id=15602
Rotties have a bad reputation but in the real world in the proper breed lines they are very loving and well natured dogs, its only when they are born into the wrong hands that they proceed their reputation. Dont get me wrong they can have their fair share of temper like any other dog, but in my experience Ive not found many dogs more vicious and awful as the westie. might not agree but from the many I know they are nasty little g!ts.
Now if you want a small, mad VERY loving dog, got to go for a Bulldog
http://www.rtoc.org/library/file.asp?id=20052
http://www.rtoc.org/library/file.asp?id=16832
http://www.rtoc.org/library/file.asp?id=15603
http://www.rtoc.org/library/file.asp?id=15602
I'll second that as well, any dog can turn nasty, all depends on how they are kept/trained. I take mine dog training once a week, there's a few rotties there and they're as soft as sh1te, always rolling over for a belly rub
The only dog there which barks at everyone and turns nasty is a westie, LOL. My staff doesn't bark/growl at anything but then she's well trained, there is a danger of being licked to death though, haven't managed to put a stop to that yet
15 August 2005, 11:23 AM
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Originally Posted by paul-s
dont the robtties get vicious/attitudy ?? gf's got two staff's and theyre moody and snarl at most things moving or not
ours is a wimp, just how we want him to be.
he loves a cuddle in the morning, and he likes cats
by eck does he ever like his food, he could eat for england.jamo
15 August 2005, 11:32 AM
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LOL.. its like a kid, really, VERY lively, they are not like the rep they are given of sleeping all day. hes very active and loves his walks although he can only manage about 20mins a day, especially in hot weather. very happy when getting his attention and playing with his toys but if youve had a long day and cant be bothered playing tug o war with him he'll sit and sulk, if hes tired he'll wanna get on the sofa and have a cuddle most of the time. Couldnt possibly ask for a move loving dog.
hes a boy (if you cant see his sack in the first pic..lmao) full of character, bitches are just as good, if you read up on them they always get a good reveiw for being a family pet and superb with children. They strive on companionship
hes a boy (if you cant see his sack in the first pic..lmao) full of character, bitches are just as good, if you read up on them they always get a good reveiw for being a family pet and superb with children. They strive on companionship
15 August 2005, 12:20 PM
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well i have 2 bull terriers
litter brothers
had them for 18 mths now and they love each other and life in general
they squabble periodacally (the bigger one growled at the small one this morning over some cornflakes)
but all in all they are playful happy things and a mile away from the previous staffie we had in terms of temperement and behavior
as i write this I am missing the lil buggers at home asleep in the kitchen
litter brothers
had them for 18 mths now and they love each other and life in general
they squabble periodacally (the bigger one growled at the small one this morning over some cornflakes)
but all in all they are playful happy things and a mile away from the previous staffie we had in terms of temperement and behavior
as i write this I am missing the lil buggers at home asleep in the kitchen
15 August 2005, 12:43 PM
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this is like the gym threads.....some bloke wants to get in shape so 10 people post about steroids.
some old bloke wants a dog to replace a westie and people tell him to get bull dog/bullterrier/rottie........i have a bullterrier...and advise he gets another westie.
some old bloke wants a dog to replace a westie and people tell him to get bull dog/bullterrier/rottie........i have a bullterrier...and advise he gets another westie.
15 August 2005, 12:48 PM
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15 August 2005, 12:49 PM
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Derrr, the guy asked so he got replies, he also stated they didnt want another Westie, so what do you do, advises he gets another Westie. Jeez, like to stick your nose in dont you.
15 August 2005, 01:02 PM
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I's go for a Jack Russell, are fairly small and have loads spirit about them, and its something that the old man isnt going to be embassed taking out for a walk.
15 August 2005, 01:03 PM
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How about a Lhasa Apso? We have one and she is awesome
She is one of those dogs that just makes the most of life. Loves going anywhere, loves people coming to our house, loves going in the car. Loves everything actually. She's also a real character, she does what she wants when she wants, but she's so loving too.
She is one of those dogs that just makes the most of life. Loves going anywhere, loves people coming to our house, loves going in the car. Loves everything actually. She's also a real character, she does what she wants when she wants, but she's so loving too.
15 August 2005, 01:22 PM
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Another Westie.
Dogs (as people do) have different personalities (or doggiealities if you like)
Yes there would be inital comparisons to the last dog, thats only natural however I am sure they will grow to love a new one as much as the last dog.
I have Boxers and love the breed and often recommend the breed but lets face it, if they are used to terriers then prob as well to stay with similar type breeds.
I must admit out of all the little, ****ey, yappy ba$tard type dogs the Westies are the best of a bad lot
LMFAO @ sharks on a leash !!!
Dogs (as people do) have different personalities (or doggiealities if you like)
Yes there would be inital comparisons to the last dog, thats only natural however I am sure they will grow to love a new one as much as the last dog.
I have Boxers and love the breed and often recommend the breed but lets face it, if they are used to terriers then prob as well to stay with similar type breeds.
I must admit out of all the little, ****ey, yappy ba$tard type dogs the Westies are the best of a bad lot
LMFAO @ sharks on a leash !!!
15 August 2005, 01:23 PM
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i did not vote for the charva dog of choice
15 August 2005, 01:53 PM
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Westies are classed as "Lapdogs" by dog breed info, here are a lits of the other dogs in the same category, it may give you some ideas: http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/lapdogs.htm
15 August 2005, 03:26 PM
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Originally Posted by OllyK
What about a Chavachon instead?