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General => Introductions => Topic started by: QuietScribe on January 27, 2009, 07:00:31 PM
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Hey there,
A geek from Edinburgh here. 28, male, and living in a flat beside Holyrood Park. My main passions are reading, collaborative writing, art, the old online game Ultima Online, chinese food (though that is less of a passion and more of an indulgence) and movies.
We had a cocker spaniel when I was growing up, who was well loved, but dreadfully untrained. He ruled the household to a greater degree, and loved it. I currently have no dog of my own, (ex partner kept the house and the dogs when we split after 6.5 years), and now with a place of my own I am in a position to once more offer a home to a dog a home.
I orignially considered getting a cardigan welsh corgi, because they are adorable, and have lovely temperments. However they can be a little barky (my neighbours would not approve), and with their shorter legs, getting up and down stairs would be an issue for them, especially when small. I considered rehoming an adult, however there have been none available for over a year, and over 100 people on the waiting list, so that was out of the question. So my thoughts soon returned to the beloved cocker spaniels.
After much consideration, I have put my name down with Rescue Cockers (part of the Cocker Spaniel Club of Scotland), and so it is just a waiting game until one finds itself in need of a quiet home.
Its only been about a week, and I am finding the waiting, and the not knowing of when I might get one, and what it will be like to be torture. I miss having a dog so much, but all good things come with time, or so they say.
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welcome to COL - I'm sure the perfect cocker will find you very soon ;) :D
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Welcome to COL :D Hope you don't have to wait too long for your doggie
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Hi, welcome to the forum. I'm also from Edinburgh and have 2 cockers and 2 lurchers. If you ever spot a big yellow van covered in purple paws that'll be me! I'm a volunteer for several spaniel rescues so feel free to contact me if you would like to apply for our dogs. We tend to get more through the door than the breed club rescue.
Jo
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Hiya, welcome to the forum. I'm out in Dalkeith. Have to say that my 2 cockers rule the house AND are barky ph34r ph34r
Hope a suitable rescue cocker becomes available soon.
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Hi and welcome to COL :D I also live in Edinburgh, on the other side of the city centre, and I have two working Cockers of which one is a rescue (the brown one in my avatar photo). I'm sure the right Cocker will find you before too long but the waiting can seem interminable! There are a fair few smaller Cocker/Spaniel rescues in this part of Scotland so you could try contacting them as well, they often have dogs looking for new homes. I take it it's a show type Cocker you're looking for?
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Welcome to COL! I live in West Lothian with my nine month old show cocker called Brodie :luv:. I hope you don’t have to wait long for your dog :D
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Thank you all for your warm welcomes!
I had been hesitatant about asking other rescues about adopting, because I had already put my name on one list. I suppose, thinking about that now, it is a little short sighted, as I may be waiting for ages on one list for a dog from that club to become available, while others are already needing homes and would be waiting unnecissarilly.
I miss having a quiet dog around that was just as happy running around in the park without being worried it might go for other dogs (our family cocker thought it was dog-God in that respect and demanded submission from even the largest, ugliest, most violent dogs around), while being content as a snuggle bug while in the house. I have tried to think of the different scenarios and problems that might occur, and mostly the quiet temperment (because barky would go against my tenancy agreement), and joint problems (2 flights of stairs to my flat) being the most important to consider, though it will need to be able to be left alone for 2 hours at a time as I have appointments weekly I need to go to.
Iv read that show dogs tend to be the quieter temperment of the two types, so I guess it would be a show cocker I was looking for, though quietness can be in any dog depending. If there was a quiet (vocal and energy) working cocker, or springer I would consider them.
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Most people contact a few rescues when looking so dont worry about that, its totally normal. Cockers on the whole (especially show types) arent the quietest of breeds to be honest.... all the ones I know (and thats quite a few!) are noisy little swines that drive you up the wall! Your best bet is a slightly older cocker who's background is well known and who has stayed in a foster home. That way you will know how noisy they are as well as if their personality will suit. Do you work from home?
Jo
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A vocal working dog is a big no no, I've never met a really barky working Cocker but plenty of barky show types! A good working dog should be pretty much mute so if they're bred properly quietness should be one of the traits that is selected for. One of mine will bark at the doorbell and people approaching the house and the other one I think has barked about 5 times in his entire life :005: Generally they are higher energy and more active than show types though and require a lot of physical and mental stimulation (as all dogs do to some degree or other, just with working bred dogs it tends to be a lot more). I agree with Jo that a slightly older dog who has been assessed in a foster home so character traits are known is probably your best bet.
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I have been trying my best to stay away from working breeds, (sooo difficult when I looked around one of the cat and dog homes and they look up at you with those big eyes, but you know.. know know know they will be monsters filled with energy when they get out lol). My friend was like "you should get a collie!" I looked at him like he was mad. I am not the most energetic of people myself, so getting a super energetic dog would be a disaster, especially in a small flat like this.
Do you work from home?
No, I don't work at the moment for long term health reasons. I am at home most of the time though, and any job I did get would be very part time, and if I am realistic, not likely to happen for at least 6 months.
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Not to put you off Cockers cos obviously I adore them but have you considered a rescue Greyhound? There are so many of them needing homes, they are really lovely dogs, are almost always quiet, are usually good to be left alone as they're used to it and they don't need huge amounts of exercise at all. They look big but curl up really small! I know of plenty of people who keep them in flats and small houses with no problems. I fostered a couple for Greyhound Rescue Scotland a while back and I loved them :luv: It just seems like they could be the perfect dog for you!
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Not to put you off Cockers cos obviously I adore them but have you considered a rescue Greyhound? There are so many of them needing homes, they are really lovely dogs, are almost always quiet, are usually good to be left alone as they're used to it and they don't need huge amounts of exercise at all. They look big but curl up really small! I know of plenty of people who keep them in flats and small houses with no problems. I fostered a couple for Greyhound Rescue Scotland a while back and I loved them :luv: It just seems like they could be the perfect dog for you!
I considered them, but not too seriously for two perhaps bad reasons:
1. Letting them off the lead can be dangerous, as their trigger for dashing after things like rabbits on instinct can be bad, especially in the hills at holyrood park where there are tons of them.
2. They arnt really that cuddly.. all elbows and sharp corners.
Ok, I know that last one is a really bad excuse, Im just used to cuddly dogs, but I would like to have a dog I can let off the leash without worrying if itll bolt after something and not come back.
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Some are safe to let off lead, the good rescues like GRS, Greyhound Gap or Give A Greyhound A Home assess their dogs before rehoming them so they may have dogs which are 'small furry friendly'. It could be worth asking them what they think if it is something you would consider.
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My show cocker is far more likely to bog off than my lurcher! I know plenty greyhounds with fab recalll and litlle hunt drive... its a bit of a misconception that they are all like that.
In terms of energy most show cockers will need at least 2 half hour walks a day so they are still a 'working' type breed in sme ways.
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Its a conspiracy! You are all trying to make me get a greyhound/lurcher instead!
*chuckle* In all honesty, nothing is set in stone, it is all about finding a dog that will be happy in my home. I love cockers, and that would be my first choice now, but I suppose I would learn to love boney elbows with the right dog.
You all seem much more knowlegable about dogs and such than me.
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Lol, just trying to help ;) I work with spaniel, lurcher and greyhound rescues so can highly recommend them. My honest opinion would be that for anyone living in a flat who isnt that energetic, they would be better suited to a greyhound/whippet/calm lurcher than a noisy mad cocker. If you PM me on here and tell me roughly what your requirements are I can check all the local rescues to see if there are any suitable dogs. No pressure though!
Jo
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Coco is a show cocker and she is certainly not a quiet dog - in fact she is a right gobby little madam ::) Anyone on here who has met her will confirm this. :005: All cockers are different but as a breed I don't think they would normally be described as quiet. :005:
And as for energy, she would be on the go all day long given the chance - she really needs a good couple of hours of energetic exercise to be happy. ;) She is pretty good in the evenings though and will just snooze in her bed. :luv: She can be quite stroppy though if she has not been kept busy enough and she will get into all sorts of mischief >:( - some people have a lazy dog but cockers are generally pretty high energy. After all that is what they are bred for, to be out in the field and working all day - working cockers are more energetic generally but show cockers are still more lively than the average dog IMHO ;)
Sorry if this is not what you want to hear but you really do not want to live with a frustrated cocker :-\ ph34r
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I know only too well how noisy and energetic some cockers can be, but older cockers can be needing of a quiet home, which is what I was really hoping for. Its why I didn't opt for getting a puppy despite having the time. I have also met very placid and silent-as-a-mouse cockers of only 1 year old, so I have hope.
Still, we will see what will happen. The woman I spoke to on the phone about rescue cockers seemed to think that there was a good chance to find me one that suited since I was willing to take an older dog.
I would not rule out any dog really, as long as the temperment suited, I just have preferences, as we all do :)
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Jo has all manner of dogs - show cocker, worker AND lurchers.....plus, she lives near you. Jo - I think you should lend him each of yours in turn and then all 3 breeds / types can be evaluated. :lol2:
It's lovely to see how much thought you've put in to this - it IS really important that you and your new pal are well matched.
Good luck in your search - hope to read that you've found THE one very soon.
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I have seen what happens when people arnt really hoest about their own limits, and what they can offer a dog. I know I amn't the most energetic person, and I certainly know my flat isn't big, but with a quiet settled dog, that wouldn't be a problem. With luck human and hound will find a life mutually compatible :)
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I know only too well how noisy and energetic some cockers can be,
You've heard my Harvey then ::) I doubt there isn't many people in Edinburgh that haven't ph34r
Welcome to COL, and look forward to hearing about any new addition very soon ;)
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You've heard my Harvey then ::) I doubt there isn't many people in Edinburgh that haven't ph34r
Oh was -that- who the barking belonged to?! hehe
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QS, well done you for wanting an older dog. Patience required - it took months and months before the right dog found us.
Seriously though, you know COL is a front for a big greyhound conspiracy and I must add my 3 cents worth. Although we have 2 cockers (and our showy one hardly ever barked until the worker came along to wind her up a bit), our son has two rescue greyhounds and they are the laziest, soppiest, sweetest dogs imaginable, although they do take up a sofa apiece when on their backs waggling their legs in the air. I've never heard them bark and are no problem when staying with us and don't seem to need much off-leash exercise. If too big for you, a whippet might do the trick.
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*laughs* yes! a conspiracy!
I don't mind sharing my home with a large dog if its the right one, but many rescue places might not like rehoming a large dog to a small flat. That is my only concern on that count.
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I don't mind sharing my home with a large dog if its the right one, but many rescue places might not like rehoming a large dog to a small flat. That is my only concern on that count.
I don't know either but son with greyhounds has a miniscule railway cottage in Swindon.
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I don't mind sharing my home with a large dog if its the right one, but many rescue places might not like rehoming a large dog to a small flat. That is my only concern on that count.
I don't know either but son with greyhounds has a miniscule railway cottage in Swindon.
Greyhounds suit flats far better than any other big dogs so that wont worry a rescue ;)
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hello and welcome - good luck with your search
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Thanks. Not sure I will hear anything in the near future, but ill keep you all updated
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Thanks, though I have no idea now if I will end up with a cocker, or a greyhound as there seems to be far more greyhounds needing homes than cockers at the moment due to racing. Still, we will see. I just have to stay strong and not fall into the trap of calling a breeder about a puppy lol. Must be strong. Must be strong *chants*
Thankfully Joanne_v has taken my name and details, so just waiting for when she can do a home check. So much tidying and recycling to deal with! Its keeping me busy at least.
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Thanks =^.^= yes, its my art. Havn't done anything since xmas worth putting up though. Have been trying to get the flat sorted out for new canine family member in the mean time while my creativity is on holiday hehe
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I read what you are saying you need from a dog ... but can I ask what you are offering a dog? What sort of training are you willing to do with the dog etc and why would a dog have a better life with you than anyone else? Have you thought about about 6am walks in the rain/hail/snow etc? This is a partnership you are entering into it ... has to be good for the dog as well as you.
Sorry if that sounds harsh ....... but it's honest.;)
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It sounds to me that QuietScribe is putting a lot of thought into finding the right dog for him. And he doesn't have to think about 6am walks in the rain/hail/snow etc...Chloe has never seen 6am (apart from a quick pee in the garden) in her life!
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I read what you are saying you need from a dog ... but can I ask what you are offering a dog? What sort of training are you willing to do with the dog etc and why would a dog have a better life with you than anyone else? Have you thought about about 6am walks in the rain/hail/snow etc? This is a partnership you are entering into it ... has to be good for the dog as well as you.
Sorry if that sounds harsh ....... but it's honest.;)
I am very well aware, having had pets throughout my life, of the responsibilities, training and commitment required in having a dog, the pitfalls, costs (financial, situational and emotional), problems, and all the other issues surrounding pet ownership.
As to what I can offer a dog, I can offer a quiet, stable home, I can offer love, and time and effort to giving it a good life. I can offer it proper vet care, walks, and decient food. I make no claims, and have made no claims as to being able to offer a better home than someone else would. There are aspects to my life that is not wonderful for some dogs, and there are aspects that are better than average. It is down to finding the right dog whose life would fit with the one I am offering. An overly energetic, loud, dominant dog would likely not find that much happiness in my house, however one that would find pleasure in a laid back lifestyle would likely find life with me happier than in a very energetic household. When I say I am looking for a dog of a certain temperment and type, it is in the understanding of a dog's needs, and the understanding that a dog whose lifestyle and type does not fit with my own will likely not be happy, nor will I be.
In conclusion, I would say that it is ultimately the decision of the various rescue organisations to decide whether the life I am offering a dog is suitable. Having waited for the last 3 years until my circumstances were stable before seeking out a dog, I do not take any pet ownership lightly. If anything, I would say I have been far more cautious when looking for a dog than many people are.
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I read what you are saying you need from a dog ... but can I ask what you are offering a dog? What sort of training are you willing to do with the dog etc and why would a dog have a better life with you than anyone else? Have you thought about about 6am walks in the rain/hail/snow etc? This is a partnership you are entering into it ... has to be good for the dog as well as you.
Sorry if that sounds harsh ....... but it's honest.;)
I am very well aware, having had pets throughout my life, of the responsibilities, training and commitment required in having a dog, the pitfalls, costs (financial, situational and emotional), problems, and all the other issues surrounding pet ownership.
As to what I can offer a dog, I can offer a quiet, stable home, I can offer love, and time and effort to giving it a good life. I can offer it proper vet care, walks, and decient food. I make no claims, and have made no claims as to being able to offer a better home than someone else would. There are aspects to my life that is not wonderful for some dogs, and there are aspects that are better than average. It is down to finding the right dog whose life would fit with the one I am offering. An overly energetic, loud, dominant dog would likely not find that much happiness in my house, however one that would find pleasure in a laid back lifestyle would likely find life with me happier than in a very energetic household. When I say I am looking for a dog of a certain temperment and type, it is in the understanding of a dog's needs, and the understanding that a dog whose lifestyle and type does not fit with my own will likely not be happy, nor will I be.
In conclusion, I would say that it is ultimately the decision of the various rescue organisations to decide whether the life I am offering a dog is suitable. Having waited for the last 3 years until my circumstances were stable before seeking out a dog, I do not take any pet ownership lightly. If anything, I would say I have been far more cautious when looking for a dog than many people are.
I think you are keeping a very steady sensible head on the whole thing. Good luck :D
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Thanks :)
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Just wanted to say Hi and Welcome :D
I am owned by the two working cocker monsters pictured (they aren't worked tho)
Lisa, Maddie and Woofie x
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I read what you are saying you need from a dog ... but can I ask what you are offering a dog? What sort of training are you willing to do with the dog etc and why would a dog have a better life with you than anyone else? Have you thought about about 6am walks in the rain/hail/snow etc? This is a partnership you are entering into it ... has to be good for the dog as well as you.
Sorry if that sounds harsh ....... but it's honest.;)
I am very well aware, having had pets throughout my life, of the responsibilities, training and commitment required in having a dog, the pitfalls, costs (financial, situational and emotional), problems, and all the other issues surrounding pet ownership.
As to what I can offer a dog, I can offer a quiet, stable home, I can offer love, and time and effort to giving it a good life. I can offer it proper vet care, walks, and decient food. I make no claims, and have made no claims as to being able to offer a better home than someone else would. There are aspects to my life that is not wonderful for some dogs, and there are aspects that are better than average. It is down to finding the right dog whose life would fit with the one I am offering. An overly energetic, loud, dominant dog would likely not find that much happiness in my house, however one that would find pleasure in a laid back lifestyle would likely find life with me happier than in a very energetic household. When I say I am looking for a dog of a certain temperment and type, it is in the understanding of a dog's needs, and the understanding that a dog whose lifestyle and type does not fit with my own will likely not be happy, nor will I be.
In conclusion, I would say that it is ultimately the decision of the various rescue organisations to decide whether the life I am offering a dog is suitable. Having waited for the last 3 years until my circumstances were stable before seeking out a dog, I do not take any pet ownership lightly. If anything, I would say I have been far more cautious when looking for a dog than many people are.
I think you are keeping a very steady sensible head on the whole thing. Good luck :D
I agree and really hope that perfect dog is not too far away in the future for you :D
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My post was deliberately designed to make the poster think about the dog's needs. ;) Rescue dogs are vulnerable, many have been ill treated and some have had more than one home already, we as rescues seek stable forever homes for them.
Our criteria as a rescue is to find the dog a perfect home and an owner who puts the dog before his own needs.
Those are the questions that all good rescues will want to ask and points that they will require assure themselves about regarding any prospective new owner.
So, no offence, but just how are you going to react to an application form which asks specifically how you will deal with certain training issues which may arise? And on what grounds you would return the dog to rescue? Granted we are very tough on our applicants but we have to consider the dog first. ;) :D
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I understand fifer, that as a rescue you always have to put the dog's needs first, but Quietscribe has posted here in the Introductions board to introduce himself. I feel it is a bit unwelcoming to question his motives on the few posts that he has made, which have all seemed quite level headed to me :huh: I'm sure whenever a suitable dog comes along, the rescue concerned, will ensure that Quietscribe is 100% perfect for the dog and vice versa :-\
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Hey,
And i hope all goes well :luv:
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Hi Quietscribe,
I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you and Bella (blue roan show type) and Mabel (chocolate and white show type) are keeping their paws crossed for you. We hope you find your cocker soon. Keep positive!
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I understand fifer, that as a rescue you always have to put the dog's needs first, but Quietscribe has posted here in the Introductions board to introduce himself. I feel it is a bit unwelcoming to question his motives on the few posts that he has made, which have all seemed quite level headed to me :huh: I'm sure whenever a suitable dog comes along, the rescue concerned, will ensure that Quietscribe is 100% perfect for the dog and vice versa :-\
I totally agree with this, I don't really see the need for the grilling on a welcome thread, there are lots of people who come on here asking general questions about rescue dogs and if they all got that I doubt if many would stick around. It's not like QS has applied for any dog in particular or made any claims that he's a wonder trainer who offers the best home ever to absolutely any dog; as far as I can see he's a normal person who loves dogs and wants to offer the best he can to any that he might own just same as the rest of us on here. I think the fact that he has come on here in the first place to ask about rescues and Cockers in specific and has put so much thought into what he can offer a dog rather than just rushing out to get one says rather a lot about him.
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I understand fifer, that as a rescue you always have to put the dog's needs first, but Quietscribe has posted here in the Introductions board to introduce himself. I feel it is a bit unwelcoming to question his motives on the few posts that he has made, which have all seemed quite level headed to me :huh: I'm sure whenever a suitable dog comes along, the rescue concerned, will ensure that Quietscribe is 100% perfect for the dog and vice versa :-\
I totally agree with this, I don't really see the need for the grilling on a welcome thread, there are lots of people who come on here asking general questions about rescue dogs and if they all got that I doubt if many would stick around. It's not like QS has applied for any dog in particular or made any claims that he's a wonder trainer who offers the best home ever to absolutely any dog; as far as I can see he's a normal person who loves dogs and wants to offer the best he can to any that he might own just same as the rest of us on here. I think the fact that he has come on here in the first place to ask about rescues and Cockers in specific and has put so much thought into what he can offer a dog rather than just rushing out to get one says rather a lot about him.
hear hear :D
Hope you're not put off Quietscribe, I know there is a dog out there for you ;) I think your honesty speaks volumes and if I were in rescue I would rather have someone like you applying for a dog instead of one who passes a home check but isn't as open and doesn't in the end live up to rescue expectations ;)
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I dont think Eileen has come across as she intended. She has actually got a dog in mind who might suit Quietscribe, she was just ensuring he was as good a candiate as I thought he was ;) The questions the Spaniel Trust ask at homechecks are the same as what she posted. It isnt meant to be harsh and there's no right or wrong answer with somem of them, its usually just to get a good idea of the persons opinions about owning dogs. I wish all prospective new dog owners put the same amount of thought into rehoming a rescue dog as Quietscribe. :D
Jo
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I wish all prospective new dog owners put the same amount of thought into rehoming a rescue dog as Quietscribe. :D
Jo
I agree with Elisa's post, and I think this sentence from Jo sums my feelings up.
QS - good luck with your home check!
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If there is a dog in mind for QuietScribe, and rescue organisations are considering his suitability..then that's really good news, but I don't see why he has to be grilled about his suitability on a forum ph34r
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Thank you all for your kind words.
I have Jo coming over next weekend for a home check :) so fingers crossed. I am a bit nervous, but she knows more than me about rescue dogs. Nothing like hands-on experience after all. Lets just hope I make the grade =^.^=
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If there is a dog in mind for QuietScribe, and rescue organisations are considering his suitability..then that's really good news, but I don't see why he has to be grilled about his suitability on a forum ph34r
Agree, there are different times and ways to say things.
I hope the home check goes well and you find the right match for you.
Whatever happens, with a rescue you'll know what he/she is like and if they'll fit your lifestyle rather than a puppy that could be anyone's guess :005: If one has a certain lifestyle/circumstances that they don't wish to/can't adapt (not talking about OP) it's far better to realise that and act accordingly than those who think any puppy will just magically 'fit in' and adapt to them.
I think you're doing absolutly the right thing by going down this route ;)
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Oops, I just realised that I totally missed a whole page of comments the last time I posted.
I am quite a private sort of person, so posting up details of what I can, and more importantly what I cannot offer a dog (due to my own limitations) is not something that comes naturally to me. I don't think many people like pointing out their flaws for potentially hundreds of forum users to see, heh. If a representative of a rescue organisation, such as fifer, wishes to know more information, I would be more comfortable talking in pm as I did initially with Jo, and answer any specific questions they have. I would say though that this would be the first dog I have had on my own, and while I can offer to spend time doing training, having to correct serious issues is probably beyond me.
But I digress. What I was meaning to say was: Thank you all :lol2:
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A general update. So far, not such good news.
I have not had a homecheck yet, but having called a couple of rescue orgs, I don't seem to fit what they want. One turned me down streight away because I didn't have a 100% secure yard.
I looked into the possibility of getting a greyhound because of their quiet and placid home temperment, checked some websites and spoke to fife greyhound rescue, but with a greyhound I wouldn't be able to let it off the lead ever because of its hunting instinct. I don't have a secure yard it could play in off the lead either. I was surprised at how dissapointed I was about the off-the-lead thing, as I miss the times when I could wander around the park with a dog roaming around me, running after me enthusiastically when I called it.
I am feeling pretty down about the whole thing at the moment, as I have been looking into rehoming a dog since before xmas. I know its only 2-3 months, and it will take a while to find the right dog, but tonight it seems like an eternity. I really miss having a dog. I just wonder whether really finding the right dog will end up being getting a pup and training it, and whether I can handle that.
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I'm gonna pm you...might take me a while, but I'll get round to it ;)
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don't despair even purchasing a pup could take you some time to find the right one ;) I took a year to get my boy even though I wanted to get one right away. I'm really glad I followed my head not my heart and waited until I found the right breeder and pup - as you know it's long term commitment and you need to make the right decision - just hang in there.
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Hang on in there and don't despair. As my 93 year old granny says "Whits fir ye, willnae go by ye"
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Thanks for the kind words. I am trying very hard to remain patient and keep my options open, but its difficult.
On the advice of a member of COL, I have been considering the possibility of getting a slightly easier to train breed of dog, if I was to get a puppy. That is a big if. I love cockers, but I do worry about bringing any young dog into a flat where noise is an issue with neighbours, and I think we all know young cockers can be a bit mental.. sometimes more than other dogs. Part of it may be my insecurity with my ability to train a dog, fearing it might go all horribly wrong. It could getting an adult as well, but at least most of them are housetrained heh
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Sorry it is taking longer than you hoped to find your perfect doggy companion. :-\ I know it seems to be taking a long time but as has been said, even finding the right pup can take ages. Have you thought about getting in touch with your local rescue and offering to walk one of their dogs while you are waiting :huh: My local rescue rely on volunteers to take the dogs out for walks and have certain days and times when you can go and take one of them out :luv: Might help you if you can get a doggy fix while you wait for your special companion ;)
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Have you thought about getting in touch with your local rescue and offering to walk one of their dogs while you are waiting :huh: My local rescue rely on volunteers to take the dogs out for walks and have certain days and times when you can go and take one of them out :luv: Might help you if you can get a doggy fix while you wait for your special companion ;)
I think that sounds like a great idea
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Sorry it is taking longer than you hoped to find your perfect doggy companion. :-\ I know it seems to be taking a long time but as has been said, even finding the right pup can take ages. Have you thought about getting in touch with your local rescue and offering to walk one of their dogs while you are waiting :huh: My local rescue rely on volunteers to take the dogs out for walks and have certain days and times when you can go and take one of them out :luv: Might help you if you can get a doggy fix while you wait for your special companion ;)
The nearest pet rescue is the edinburgh cat and dog home, and that is about 40-50 mins walk to get there, or two bus journeys from where I stay and is in the opposite direction from the park. I don't have a car. I am not sure this is the answer.
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A belated welcome form me in county durham :D