Thanks for the responses guys. The Griffon looks like a great option. The one big thing my wife said is the next dog can't shed as much as a lab!
Yes! I found a breeder though a KY hunting forum. It is a GSP, he was just born a few days ago, and we will pick him up on the first of June! The breeder also trains bird dogs. He offers free training for owner and dog from those who purchase his dogs so that is a big bonus.Did you end up picking up a new dog? If so what kind and how is the training going?
Sorry for your loss, theres few things worse than losing a four legged family member. Good to see some love for the Drahthaar. Thinking one will be my next.
Can’t go wrong with a Drat. But beware they can be high maintenance due to the drive. They must have stimulation or they will create there own and that can be problems.
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I hear ya. Thats kinda my conundrum as far as they go. Could also go pudel.
.... I'm going to wait a while before I get a new dog, but I'd like some opinions on the best breed combo for families
Man, that is a tough day. Sorry to hear that. I have not replaced my bird dog yet since losing my black lab 6 years ago, but if been thinking about it more and more and might finally be ready.
The breed I have been looking at is a Wire Haired Pointing Griffon. They both point and retrieve I've water. Great with kids, and are Non-shedding (so they can spend more time inside).
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