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tinyE
Since 21 Jan 2006
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Wed Jan 07, 15 4:53 pm dogs on leashes |
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I want one!
(You thought this was the annual dog on a leash complain fest didn't you?)
i've been looking through all the adoption agencies and having some trouble, so i figured i'd post on here so the HR folks could pitch in.
i'm looking for a medium sized, medium active dog. probably max size around 60ish lbs. that might include bullmastiff, but probably not a border collie. I love them, but they require a little too much for my life availability right now.
i have a young kid (4 yr), so even though i know pit bulls aren't overly aggressive, i'm real hesitant on that breed (as well as a few others).
I'd prefer a puppy (mutt is fine) because my son is a little timid of dogs and I figured that was an easy way to get him hooked, but I will consider anything. small rehome fees are fine (I understand that shots and whatnot cost money).
so, if you see something around, PM me and let me know!
i'll still be searching everything i can find.
thanks!
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ldhr
Since 21 Jul 2009
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Hood River
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tinyE
Since 21 Jan 2006
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Wed Jan 07, 15 5:38 pm |
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Perfect! Thank you. I went from large (120 lbs) to small (pug). I'm looking for a buddy that is happy at home but loves trips to the park, day hikes and some light camping. I'll check out the adoption sites in hr!
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macgruber
Since 06 Dec 2011
490 Posts
SE PDX volcano
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Wed Jan 07, 15 9:39 pm |
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Petfinder.com is the database for pretty much all pets up for adoption. I know several people that found dogs off of it. Puppies are fun but so much work! I have a 10 year old Golden Retriever I adopted when she was 6, she's super mellow, easy, and great with kids. Her only problem is she is such a cold weather dog that I can't leave her in the car if it's more than 65 out. If you get a puppy, I highly recommend the Monks of New Skete puppy book, it has easy tests you can do to determine a puppys temperament.
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jaksavage
Since 02 Dec 2009
216 Posts
hood river
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Fri Jan 09, 15 2:00 pm dogs |
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I too suggest no puppies. Sharp teeth when playing.
I have a 15 # terrier mix and she is the best.
13 mile hike, no problem.
pets take time.
mostly it is training the owner to do and expect the right things.
cascade pet camp training classes++++++
Good luck
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thenorm
Since 08 Mar 2011
34 Posts
Beaverton
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Fri Jan 09, 15 2:42 pm |
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If you do end up getting a dog... check out this thing.
www.thecollarid.com
I got one for my 70 lbs Black Lab and it is awesome.
Good luck with your adoption.
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ecameron
Since 29 Jul 2009
90 Posts
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Fri Jan 09, 15 3:01 pm |
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The guy in the picture on the website has a TG brewing t-shirt. Are these made in oregon?
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tinyE
Since 21 Jan 2006
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Fri Jan 09, 15 3:46 pm |
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Thanks all. I have gotten some great advice, but just to be clear, I have had lots of dogs (and puppies) in the past. I'm just looking for a good adoptee and there's a little boy in the mix.
Thanks again!
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tinyE
Since 21 Jan 2006
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Sat Jan 17, 15 7:30 pm |
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Update. Found one local. A border collie mix, 7yrs. Mellow and active. Great dog.
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Gman
Since 11 Feb 2006
4907 Posts
Portland
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jahmbi
Since 28 Jul 2005
622 Posts
MORE HUMAN THAN HUMAN
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Sun Jan 18, 15 9:57 am |
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DUZ THIS LOOK LIKE A BAD DOG TROLL
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shred_da_gorge
Since 12 Nov 2008
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Fri Jan 23, 15 10:46 am |
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You just used "border collie" and "mellow" on the same line??
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<Wolverine>
Since 07 Jul 2013
71 Posts
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Sun Jan 25, 15 7:37 pm Stay away from high maintenance dogs |
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Be careful of dogs that are high maintenance with a sense of entitlement like this one.
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