Originally Posted by SunQuilts
Asking advice here. I can tell there are lots of dog lovers on this board. So here is my question. After losing our sweet Chow last year (he was 15 and we had had him since he was 6 weeks old), I am ready to get another dog. But which kind? I want a medium size dog -40 to 50 pounds tops - not terribly particular about the breed. Also I want an older dog - I figure he will have to put up with my age related aches and pains so I should be willing to put up with his. And besides I am not up to a puppy or very young dog's energy level. I have looked at the English springer spaniel rescue group and kind of like their looks. Any thoughts?
First suggestion: Your local Humane Society, where there are a huge amount of mature dogs given up from people who have lost their homes. Second: As far as breeds, the Sharpei is one dog breed who does not require exercise. They are, however, not the most attractive dogs, according to my friends. I think there are no ugly dogs or cats--and if they are, they are loved by their owners just the same.