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Originally Posted by Morrigoon
Okay, I see your argument there. I still won't ever have a Staffordshire in my family, but I can see why you feel comfortable doing so.
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And I totally respect and appreciate anyone who takes the time to know what kind of dog fits with their lifestyle and personality.
, in my dog loving book for being responsible. Most dogs (pits in particular) end up in shelters/rescues because people don't take the time to see what kind of dog fits
them (as opposed to the drug dealer wannabe down the street
).
In any case, I don't see myself actually owning a Staffie anytime soon. We are at 4 dogs (including our Rat Terrier foster
* who is driving me insane with his terrier personality :deep calming breaths: ) which is 2 past my personal limit. (We also have a Doberman/Lab mix, a Standard Poodle and a Setter/Lab mix). And frankly, even though I wouldn't refuse a Staffie a home (okay, right now I would
), it is not a breed I would actively seek out as they don't rank very highly for me personally (not for temperament issues, mind you). (I adore Standard Poodles (great with kids!) and would love someday to have a Borzoi.)
*If anyone wants a poorly dog and people socialized (we're working on that!), fearful (that too), fear peeing :sigh:, likely former puppy mill resident, yet very sweet (in spite of everything) and cute Rat Terrier; please let me know. I might have the perfect dog for you!
