A new pet dog in Canberra?

poetix said :

http://www.petrescue.com.au/listings/203256

This is a cute poodle cross in the ACT, but given you just lost a dog, this one is probably a bit old for you.

I have always wanted a standard poodle, so I understand the desire for poodles. They are smart dogs. And you can cut them like hedges.

Someone just took this dog, which is good given it’s so old.

http://www.petrescue.com.au/listings/203256

This is a cute poodle cross in the ACT, but given you just lost a dog, this one is probably a bit old for you.

I have always wanted a standard poodle, so I understand the desire for poodles. They are smart dogs. And you can cut them like hedges.

Hard to find any full-breed dog in rescue unless it’s a working dog or a staffy… But here’s a poodle available in NSW: http://www.petrescue.com.au/listings/165268 I don’t know that particular rescue org and their website doesn’t seem to mention where they are located. From their phone number I’d say somewhere in or near Sydney? I went to Sydney to get my rescue dog… I chose to get a dog that was in foster care because I liked the idea of them being “road tested”. Even within a breed there is plenty of variation in temperament. (This method was a lot easier for me because I couldn’t care less what breed my dog is and went for a mystery mix)

And I second contacting some rescues too. If you buy from a responsible breeder, you’re likely to have to wait a few months too.

I like poodles… I don’t get why so many people now think that purposely crossing them with a Spaniel or whatever is such a great improvement. I don’t think they deserve the bad reputation they seem to have.

As nice as it is to rescue a dog, I know how you feel. I want to see the parents of the pup and know exactly what I am getting.
There is a list of registered breeders at the following site, and there is one for min poodles. At the very least they should be able to point you to some breeders interstate.
http://www.dogsact.org.au/Breeders.htm

Thank you everyone for your suggestions. We would definitely prefer to get our dog/puppy from a rescue source, however my wife is adamant that she would like a miniature poodle and they are not common in rescue sources.

Hi ricotta,

Very sorry to hear that you recently lost your dog. As any pet owner would understand, it is a terrible time. Best of luck in your search for a new furry family friend.

There are a number of animal welfare issues associated with pet shops, backyard breeders, and classifieds. The RSPCA has a Smart Puppy Buyers Guide which you can view here http://www.rspca.org.au/news/smart-puppy-buyers-guide.html

The best place to get your new pet from is a shelter, pound, rescue group or registered breeder (registered breeders do not sell to pet shops). The Smart Puppy Buyers Guide has a number of tips on what to look for when you are meeting a potential pet.

There are pros and cons to getting either a puppy or an adolescent/adult dog. Puppies are extremely cute of course and you have the opportunity to influence their training right from the start. A bonus with an adolescent or adult dog is that their personality is already apparent, and they may have already benefited from previous training.

RSPCA ACT runs Life Skills training classes for dogs of any age or skill level, which are less about traditional ‘obedience’ and more about basic manners. No matter where you get your new dog from, the classes are a great way to form a bond with your new addition.

The RSPCA, all of the rescue groups in Canberra, and the pound are all dedicated to finding the right match for every dog and their new family. Put your feelers out, watch our websites, and get in touch if you need any assistance.

All the best!

RSPCA ACT

The RSPCA runs an online pet finder at http://www.adoptapet.com.au/

Hello Ricotta,

Another option is visiting Canberra Pooch rescue http://www.canberrapoochrescue.org.au/web/. They were great when we adopted our girl but I am sure any reputable rescue organisation will give you as much support 🙂

All their puppies should be listed on the Pet Rescue site suggested by poetix as well.

Now that there have been three useful posts, what will you name it? Kate if it’s a girl, Zed if it’s a boy?

So many lovely dogs listed at this site. Have a look before you go to a breeder…

http://www.petrescue.com.au/

I believe ARF list their dogs there, along with many other rescue groups.