https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Sun, 19 Apr 2026 03:08:43 +0000 Thu, 27 Mar 2008 21:16:21 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.05 360 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=15619 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=336802&title=small-breed-dogs#336802 Author: MissCandice
Subject: 15619
Posted: 27 March 2008 at 9:16pm

Thanks BS for your imput.
We have found a NZKC breeder of bichon frise, but i would like to see Kylah around one first. We would buy the bowls and leads etc before we get the pup.

They do want to come check out our property first, im staying with mum at the moment as we are saving for a deposit for our own home so will be here untill then.

Our house is HUGE and fully fenced back yard.]]> Thu, 27 Mar 2008 21:16:21 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=336802&title=small-breed-dogs#336802 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334844&title=small-breed-dogs#334844 Author: MissAngel
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 8:33pm

in regards to grooming - can arrange that for you too for cheap - Mum is a dog groomer! ]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 20:33:26 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334844&title=small-breed-dogs#334844 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334828&title=small-breed-dogs#334828 Author: Bombshell
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 8:22pm

yeah FTR we have two pedigree dogs and i spend about $30-$50 per week on their food, not to mention set up costs for leads and bowls and dog kennel, blankets / pillow (yes it gets cold and they are not inside dogs due to fur issues they dump!)and have cost me a bomb.

Then any good dog owner should do at least one term of puppy training...we did eight years of obedience and agility!

vet costs...well we dont go often but when we do i dont get change from about $60-$200 per dog. Worming tablets, registration fees etc etc...it all adds up...basically to own a dog you should budget an extra $1500-$3000 per annum depending on what kind of dog you get. and yes a fully fenced section is needed and walks daily for them too....

I love my fur bubbas....but they can be an expensive and long lesson if you choose the wrong one - they will live about ten years on average. BTW i was a registered breeder (did one litter and OMG talk about outta pocket!) and it is the puppies left over or with something wrong with them (eg some not pure breds) that go to pet shops...altho NZKC dont want to know they end up there....go to a breeder and negotiate for ones that might not be PERFECT...]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 20:22:58 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334828&title=small-breed-dogs#334828 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334782&title=small-breed-dogs#334782 Author: fattartsrock
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 7:49pm

KylahsMum wrote: What do you feed yours MissAngel? Do you have to feed them like Eukanuba (sp?) or the expensive food?

ooh just a wee aside. If you are going to buy from a breeder, they will probably require you to promise to feed your dog premium dog food. Actually, the premiums work out cheaper in the long run as you use less food, plus their poos are smaller and harder and less stinky to clean off the lawn!! (that is a big plus, trust me!)
Also, many require you to neuter them, and lots like to check your property before you can have the dog (we do) to make sure it is dog friendly and safe.
Also, many like to know if you are in a long term lease or own your own home as it is hard and heartbreaking to rehome dogs that cannot move with their owners because new home own't allow dogs. My brother had to give away his $1000 plus siberian husky cos he couldn't find a place that would let him have the dog.

Good luck! Getting a dog is the bomb and they are a great addition to any family!]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 19:49:09 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334782&title=small-breed-dogs#334782 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334744&title=small-breed-dogs#334744 Author: fattartsrock
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 6:59pm

KylahsMum wrote: Ohhhh i dont want a yappy dog! Hmmmmm i really want one.. Bichons need clipped as in furr wise? Why cant i spell furr lol, it looks wrong!

I have a Jack and she is FAR FAR FAR from yappy, and is a super awesome kid dig. We breed her, she is fantastic. Highly reccomend. Need lots of walks though as they have lots of energy and are full on for about 2 years, but the loyalest dogs ever.

Foxys are similar, but skinnier to look at (not as broad on the chest or nose and skinier legs, a bit taller, too) AND they are a bit yappy...

Edited by fattartsrock]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 18:59:33 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334744&title=small-breed-dogs#334744 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334708&title=small-breed-dogs#334708 Author: MissAngel
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 6:04pm

Never had a problem with mine. Its all about taking them to the loo as soon as they eat and as soon as they wake up. The barking thing can also be trained out - mine bark when theres something to bark at - plus they're BRILLIANT with the cat. ]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 18:04:08 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334708&title=small-breed-dogs#334708 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334683&title=small-breed-dogs#334683 Author: BellaBoo
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 5:29pm

Rach, little dogs can be much harder to toilet train. Took me a year but now she is great ]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 17:29:44 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334683&title=small-breed-dogs#334683 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334664&title=small-breed-dogs#334664 Author: Rachael21
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 5:09pm

we have a foxy x chihuahua and while its still a little 2 young to tell its temperament, its so much fun so far, I am yet to hear her bark and has the same amount of energy as Jack.

FIL has bichons and OMG I have never heard a dog bark so much in my life, they also aren't toilet trained but then that could well be the owners not the dogs.]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 17:09:55 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334664&title=small-breed-dogs#334664 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334624&title=small-breed-dogs#334624 Author: AnnC
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 4:31pm

One of my friends are getting a Bichon and are going to letit have a litter and said we could have one of the pups as long as we pay the vet bills for it till we get it. It won't be for another year. I am tempted cause since we had our little visitor Rocky the bichon till it went back to its owner I thought it would be cool and got on so well with our Boxer (whom is like another human child so all use to that)

I do get anonyed at people 'breeding' designer dogs - when in fact they are mutts (sorry not meaning to ofend but most of them charge the earth for one)

Bichons do not malt nor have dog smell and our visitor didn;t bark once in the day and night we had it. Even when it slept locked in our laundry.

Edited by AnnC]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 16:31:34 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334624&title=small-breed-dogs#334624 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334598&title=small-breed-dogs#334598 Author: jack_&_charli
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 4:17pm

you could always go along to a dog show one day when the toy dogs are on and have a look.....there's HEAPS of different breeds. then you'd also get the chance to talk to some breeders ]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 16:17:49 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334598&title=small-breed-dogs#334598 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334470&title=small-breed-dogs#334470 Author: MissAngel
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 2:38pm

Bobbie wrote: What about a poodle? Easy to train and their fur is like wool so not so much doggy smell and not as allergenic.

Oh thats what I meant to say - Bichons are the same, they dont drop any fur and its like wool but it's hypoallergenic. I'm allergic to EVERYTHING - except my doggies :D ]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 14:38:59 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334470&title=small-breed-dogs#334470 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334455&title=small-breed-dogs#334455 Author: Peace
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 2:30pm

I have a champagne chihuahua and my advice would be that if you are getting a small do then to think about it like you would if you were having another baby. Little dogs need lots of love and affection and are basically toddlers for life. They wreck and wreck and love and love and then instead of having dirty clothes that they drop every where they have DOG HAIR which is 10x worse! (although that isn't such a problem with wool breeds).
On the upside though, they are loyal and wonderful conversation. Also you don't need to exercise them for as long as a big dog and they eat minimal food. As for breeds, each breed has a character flaw... chihuahuas are synonomus for being barky yappy snippy things with terrible hip troubles and weight problems. A lot of little dogs have eye and joint problems and it is $$$$$ on top of what ever registration you pay AND yearly shots.

Think long and hard about it, it can be the best decision you can ever make, an investment and companion ]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 14:30:11 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334455&title=small-breed-dogs#334455 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334446&title=small-breed-dogs#334446 Author: BellaBoo
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 2:17pm

Oh I knew someone with a Jap Spitz. Its name was Sushi!
Was a very placid and friendly dog. I love Tibetan spaniels too. Man, I wish I had room for more dogs.....I love them so much.]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 14:17:24 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334446&title=small-breed-dogs#334446 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334366&title=small-breed-dogs#334366 Author: Bobbie
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 1:09pm

My uncle had one of those and they are great and so soft. We used to play with it all the time as kids and it was like a big teddy bear.

]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 13:09:58 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334366&title=small-breed-dogs#334366 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334348&title=small-breed-dogs#334348 Author: MissCandice
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 12:54pm

Now THAT is adorable!! I want one!]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:54:04 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334348&title=small-breed-dogs#334348 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334346&title=small-breed-dogs#334346 Author: caitlynsmygirl
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 12:52pm

Last time i went to Hells Pizza, there was a man there with a dog called a Japanese spitz, it was identical to the one in the photo and that was about as big as it grew.
They are quite expensive tho, but he was so placid, didnt mind Caitlyn patting him at all.
We had a tibetan spaniel, she was lovely but quite hyper,my gran had a spoodle (half spaniel half poodle ) one of the loveliest dogs ive ever met.

This is the Japanese Spitz, how cute is that??

]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:52:45 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334346&title=small-breed-dogs#334346 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334327&title=small-breed-dogs#334327 Author: Bobbie
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 12:41pm

What about a poodle? Easy to train and their fur is like wool so not so much doggy smell and not as allergenic.]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:41:28 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334327&title=small-breed-dogs#334327 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334323&title=small-breed-dogs#334323 Author: MissAngel
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 12:36pm

In regards to food - I feed mine Beneful by Purina One. Its a really good all round food and they do puppy food too! I've never fed them wet food - it gives them the runs. Mine didnt like the fancy vet foods. It costs me $39 a month to feed 2 (we get the big sacks from the supermarket) ]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:36:45 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334323&title=small-breed-dogs#334323 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334310&title=small-breed-dogs#334310 Author: jack_&_charli
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 12:30pm

Neeks wrote: My mum has a West Highland White Terrier (Molly)

i love westies!!!
we have a golden retriever and he's the best dog in the world   i him

yay for getting a furkid kandice!   i totally second the breeder option.....stay well clear of any petshops....clyde was $700 from a registered breeder and goldies sell in petshops for over $1000

tibetian spaniels are gorgeous also! my nana and grandad have one and she just loves the kids, especially charli]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:30:11 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334310&title=small-breed-dogs#334310 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334269&title=small-breed-dogs#334269 Author: Neeks
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 11:52am

I want a small dog too, preferably a Yorkie cause they're so damned cute with the little bows in their hair LOL!!!
My mum has a West Highland White Terrier (Molly) and my sister has a Maltese(Charly)
..Molly is a princess and pretty much rules mums house! She's not the normal 'pocket dog' either.. she's a big dog in a pocket sized body ]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 11:52:11 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334269&title=small-breed-dogs#334269 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334225&title=small-breed-dogs#334225 Author: MissCandice
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 11:14am

What do you feed yours MissAngel? Do you have to feed them like Eukanuba (sp?) or the expensive food? ]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 11:14:41 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334225&title=small-breed-dogs#334225 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334224&title=small-breed-dogs#334224 Author: MissAngel
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 11:12am

Oh yay for babies!!! I could just have them all :P They look like good pups, girls are more placid than boys too.
Just flick me a PM and you can come over whenever you like :) I'm home pretty much all the time :D ]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 11:12:12 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334224&title=small-breed-dogs#334224 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334222&title=small-breed-dogs#334222 Author: MissCandice
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 11:09am

Oh yay, i would love too. We get a car next weekend! So maybe the week after?

I was looking at these
i think the 3rd one accross in the 1st photo is adorable!]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 11:09:36 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334222&title=small-breed-dogs#334222 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334219&title=small-breed-dogs#334219 Author: MissAngel
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 11:07am

We're in Rangiora! and my friend is in chch.
I tell you what, if you wanna come over and meet my doggies to see what Kylah will be like with them - feel free to :D mine LOVE kids (although they're a little barky to begin with) the little one Fran is all licks and cuddles. The older one Max is a big softie lol.]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 11:07:00 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334219&title=small-breed-dogs#334219 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334215&title=small-breed-dogs#334215 Author: MissCandice
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 11:03am

Oh im definatly not going to animates lol.
MissAngel where abouts in NZ are you, or your friend? As i would like to view before i bought lol. Yeah we are thinking of it as a 1st birthday present..]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 11:03:34 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334215&title=small-breed-dogs#334215 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334208&title=small-breed-dogs#334208 Author: BellaBoo
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 10:57am

They are definitly expensive- the smaller they are, the more $$$ they seem to be!]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:57:48 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334208&title=small-breed-dogs#334208 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334206&title=small-breed-dogs#334206 Author: MissAngel
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 10:56am

Yay for doggies!
I have 2 Bichon Frise (max and fran) currently, and have had about 5 in total over the years. My biggest advice to you is wait until your little munchkin is at least 1 (this is assuming you get a bichon) they can be a little bit jumpy and knock wee ones over. They're the calmest of little dogs that I've found (ive had all sorts) and if you'd like any advice about them, feel free to PM me :D Oh and for gods sake dont buy one from a pet shop - it will cost you twice the price as from a breeder and you risk not getting a purebred one which will get issues with health etc! I can hook you up with a good breeder as well (a good friend of mine who sells hers for not as expensive as everyone else ($600-$800) PLEASE stay away from Animates if that's where you're looking :) )

Edited by MissAngel]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:56:08 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334206&title=small-breed-dogs#334206 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334200&title=small-breed-dogs#334200 Author: MissCandice
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 10:53am

I mean we wont be getting a dog straight away, becaue they cost HEAPS and we are saving for one. Which is why im selling stuff on TM at the mo..]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:53:29 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334200&title=small-breed-dogs#334200 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334198&title=small-breed-dogs#334198 Author: MissCandice
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 10:52am

Awwww that is cute tooo! Its such a hard choice!]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:52:49 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334198&title=small-breed-dogs#334198 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334197&title=small-breed-dogs#334197 Author: BellaBoo
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 10:51am



Here is a Papillon, probably not the best pic though]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:51:31 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334197&title=small-breed-dogs#334197 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334188&title=small-breed-dogs#334188 Author: MissCandice
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 10:46am

Yeah im not a fan of jack russells, i just thought bichons are cute lol, and quiet but maybe not!]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:46:35 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334188&title=small-breed-dogs#334188 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334185&title=small-breed-dogs#334185 Author: emz
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 10:43am

Beagles all the way! We just lost our one a week ago today She had the best personality, great size (although they have a tendency of being overweight later in life), don't need to be clipped. They do wander though so you need really good fencing (Tess jumped out of Dad's car and ran straight out in front of a car ). They have the most gorgeous ears that you just want to pat all day.

I'm not a fan of Jack Russells or Foxy's. Too yappy.]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:43:52 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334185&title=small-breed-dogs#334185 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334171&title=small-breed-dogs#334171 Author: BellaBoo
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 10:34am

We have a French Spanial(Papillon) and she is the best little dog in the world! Look up the Kennel Club site (I think) and you can look up breeds to find out their characteristics/traits etc.]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:34:50 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334171&title=small-breed-dogs#334171 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334155&title=small-breed-dogs#334155 Author: maltese
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 10:06am

I have two maltese terriers. They are gorgeous. Slightly smaller than a bischon and fluffy hair. One bonus with them is that they hypoallergenic so are fine for people with allergies. They also don't shed hair...although the down side is you have to get them clipped which costs $$. One can be a bit yappy, but the other one is very chilled out. I think a lot of it comes down to individual dogs and how they are bought up, rather than each individual dog breed traits. We don't have a baby yet, but I am really confident that they will be absolutely fine with the baby...if anything a little disinterested until she starts playing with them as a toddler. ]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:06:13 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334155&title=small-breed-dogs#334155 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334135&title=small-breed-dogs#334135 Author: Mama2two
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 9:40am

Small dogs do tend to be more hyper and yappy, and most seem to not be good with children. If you are looking for gentle and not to boisterous you would probably be better with something slightly bigger to be honest like a Labrador etc.

Edited by Mum2Sam]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 09:40:29 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334135&title=small-breed-dogs#334135 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334123&title=small-breed-dogs#334123 Author: MissCandice
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 9:33am

Ohhhh i dont want a yappy dog! Hmmmmm i really want one.. Bichons need clipped as in furr wise?

Why cant i spell furr lol, it looks wrong!]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 09:33:40 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334123&title=small-breed-dogs#334123 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334116&title=small-breed-dogs#334116 Author: Red
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 9:31am

My friend has a couple of Bichons, they are very high maintenance as you have to get them clipped all the time, and they are very barky, might just be her ones though.]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 09:31:32 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334116&title=small-breed-dogs#334116 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334115&title=small-breed-dogs#334115 Author: caliandjack
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 9:30am

my mum used to breed minituare long haired daschunds, they are feisty little dogs, with a loud bark they enjoy chasing balls etc.

I would be more inclined to get a sturdy small breed like a Jack Russell or a Foxy, as a lot small breeds don't tolerate children. ]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 09:30:48 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334115&title=small-breed-dogs#334115 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334106&title=small-breed-dogs#334106 Author: MissCandice
Subject: 15619
Posted: 25 March 2008 at 9:25am

Hi,

Does anyone have a small breed dog? Like Bichon Frise or simular?
We want to get a small dog. Just wondering about them in general. Dont want a boistrous dog.

Thanks]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 09:25:42 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15619&PID=334106&title=small-breed-dogs#334106