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Teresa I
my husband lost his job & we r really going threw though financial times. we cant no longer take care of our 5 year old Pekingese male dog & we r looking 4 a new loving home for him. he is a lovable dog & deserves nothing but the best. we r located in the long beach are in California please help.
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Take your dog to a shelter. You can never be certain that just finding someone on your own is a good situation for your dog. Dog shelters do evaluate people prior to adopting dogs out to individuals and will also catch him up on any veterinarian services that may be required to ensure he's healthy. Do a search on the internet for animal shelters in the long beach california area.
Take your dog to a shelter. You can never be certain that just finding someone on your own is a good situation for your dog. Dog shelters do evaluate people prior to adopting dogs out to individuals and will also catch him up on any veterinarian services that may be required to ensure he's healthy. Do a search on the internet for animal shelters in the long beach california area.
What Do You Think About Borador's (Labrador / Border Collie mix) Are They Good Dogs?
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I am thinking about getting one any pros and cons about them ?
Thanks
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Yes, be prepared for lots of energy!
If you're getting one as a puppy, labs tend to be pretty mouthy. Both breeds need mental stimulation, but more so the border collie than lab. If you live near a beach, greenbelt, foothills, or something like that, you're in luck. Exercise is the key! But not too much when the dog is an adolescent--it messes up their growth plates.
You're going to get a smart, hyper dog. If you live in an apartment or a home with a small yard or none at all, I would strongly suggest not to get a "borador". If you're up to agility, obedience, or flyball, you should really try it out with this dog. If you're gone for a long time during the day and come home tired, I would suggest to think about a different breed. This dog will require walks, runs, bike rides, games and training.
Border Collies need a job to do and have SO MUCH energy! xD It would be a dream come true if you lived on an acreage, but that's not always possible. Labs are usually good-natured fellows, but are very active. Border Collies are also bred for herding animals, and so without a job to do--you may find your Borador nipping people in the heels and racing around your home.
Last but not least, if you're truly set on getting a Borador, or maybe your buddy's dog had puppies and you want one, try to just wait. I know people gave you a lot of crap about this, but think about looking for a Lab/Border Collie cross at your local shelter or rescue. Check out Petfinder.com for Boradors. I swear, some people really wear out the whole "adopt from a shelter!" thing. Sometimes they're so mean about it, and sometimes it makes me just want to go to a breeder because of them.
So hopefully I don't sound as if I think I'm better than you and that I'm telling you to go get a dog from the pound. The truth is, I don't think I could ever get a puppy because I can't stand mouthy dogs. An adult Borador from the shelter may already be trained and ready to go for you!
Good luck, I hope you figure this out okay!
Yes, be prepared for lots of energy!
If you're getting one as a puppy, labs tend to be pretty mouthy. Both breeds need mental stimulation, but more so the border collie than lab. If you live near a beach, greenbelt, foothills, or something like that, you're in luck. Exercise is the key! But not too much when the dog is an adolescent--it messes up their growth plates.
You're going to get a smart, hyper dog. If you live in an apartment or a home with a small yard or none at all, I would strongly suggest not to get a "borador". If you're up to agility, obedience, or flyball, you should really try it out with this dog. If you're gone for a long time during the day and come home tired, I would suggest to think about a different breed. This dog will require walks, runs, bike rides, games and training.
Border Collies need a job to do and have SO MUCH energy! xD It would be a dream come true if you lived on an acreage, but that's not always possible. Labs are usually good-natured fellows, but are very active. Border Collies are also bred for herding animals, and so without a job to do--you may find your Borador nipping people in the heels and racing around your home.
Last but not least, if you're truly set on getting a Borador, or maybe your buddy's dog had puppies and you want one, try to just wait. I know people gave you a lot of crap about this, but think about looking for a Lab/Border Collie cross at your local shelter or rescue. Check out Petfinder.com for Boradors. I swear, some people really wear out the whole "adopt from a shelter!" thing. Sometimes they're so mean about it, and sometimes it makes me just want to go to a breeder because of them.
So hopefully I don't sound as if I think I'm better than you and that I'm telling you to go get a dog from the pound. The truth is, I don't think I could ever get a puppy because I can't stand mouthy dogs. An adult Borador from the shelter may already be trained and ready to go for you!
Good luck, I hope you figure this out okay!
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