Hello! All my life I've had a passion for animals, especially dogs, but I've never been able to actually own one due to the financial situation of my family up until now. I've volunteered and worked with dogs since I was 11 (I'm 18 now,) and have gotten a dog as a Petco Dog Trainer. While we have recently adopted a senior Boston Terrier whom I love dearly, I one day would love to own my own puppy and raise it from puppyhood, and if possible I think I would like to try some sort of specific training with it other than basic obedience (perhaps obedience trails or agility or even therapy dog working.)
Problem is, It's a real tough choice to make about which breed I'd like and where to get it from. I think I want my first puppy to be from a breeder so I know more about future temperament and health.. it would keep my peace of mind much better.
Though it'll be a few years yet until I have my own place and puppy, I'd really like to try figuring out things as soon as I can!
I live in the tri-state area. I plan to exercise the dog at least over an hour every day, and go on hikes when time permits. I plan to spend a lot of time training. I really want a dog who shows their love very openly, as I suffer from depression and feeling unconditionally loved really helps when it gets bad. Though I kind of want to feel "special" (as in, the dog likes me the most I suppose) I know goldens tend to love everyone and that isn't so bad. Though I do want to feel like I'm the most important in the dog's life.
I think my favorite look for a golden would be one that is used on the field, wavy hair with a dark gold color, I adore the rusty color some have.
Any ideas for breeders or perhaps other dog breeds?
Problem is, It's a real tough choice to make about which breed I'd like and where to get it from. I think I want my first puppy to be from a breeder so I know more about future temperament and health.. it would keep my peace of mind much better.
Though it'll be a few years yet until I have my own place and puppy, I'd really like to try figuring out things as soon as I can!
I live in the tri-state area. I plan to exercise the dog at least over an hour every day, and go on hikes when time permits. I plan to spend a lot of time training. I really want a dog who shows their love very openly, as I suffer from depression and feeling unconditionally loved really helps when it gets bad. Though I kind of want to feel "special" (as in, the dog likes me the most I suppose) I know goldens tend to love everyone and that isn't so bad. Though I do want to feel like I'm the most important in the dog's life.
I think my favorite look for a golden would be one that is used on the field, wavy hair with a dark gold color, I adore the rusty color some have.
Any ideas for breeders or perhaps other dog breeds?