PoorRichRichard
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I'm starting my research on finding a new bird dog. Here's my criteria:
-I need a dog dog that will get along with my 2 young female beagles, ages 2 and 4, both spayed. They both generally get along very well with other dogs.
-I'd prefer a prefer a medium/smaller sized dog both because of the beagles and also because I have small children. Also, my yard is not huge, only about 2000 square feet.
-I'd like a dog that is not super hyper- he or she will get tons of attention (walk/run 4-5 times a week) but I need a bird dog that won't tear up my house/yard.
I'm not particular as to a pointer or retriever. I hunt primarily dove and both Gamble's and California Valley Quail. I also hunt ducks, but again, a retriever is not a necessity. Are here any particular breeds (or crossbreeds) that both point and retrieve?
Any and all advice as to breed (or crossbreed), age, and sex of a potential bird dog given my criteria would be greatly appreciated
Nothing to do with this post, but here's a picture of my girls doing what they do best.... other than beg for treats...
-I need a dog dog that will get along with my 2 young female beagles, ages 2 and 4, both spayed. They both generally get along very well with other dogs.
-I'd prefer a prefer a medium/smaller sized dog both because of the beagles and also because I have small children. Also, my yard is not huge, only about 2000 square feet.
-I'd like a dog that is not super hyper- he or she will get tons of attention (walk/run 4-5 times a week) but I need a bird dog that won't tear up my house/yard.
I'm not particular as to a pointer or retriever. I hunt primarily dove and both Gamble's and California Valley Quail. I also hunt ducks, but again, a retriever is not a necessity. Are here any particular breeds (or crossbreeds) that both point and retrieve?
Any and all advice as to breed (or crossbreed), age, and sex of a potential bird dog given my criteria would be greatly appreciated
Nothing to do with this post, but here's a picture of my girls doing what they do best.... other than beg for treats...