Recent content by Nackers06

I fully understand that 9 hours is a little too long, I'm actually trying to tee up a friends wife to help out with this. My brother however has owned a whippet from a pup, and works 10+ hours a day without any problems. If you saw them together you couldn't pick which one the whippet was! My...

Thanks to everyone for their help, Ill visit some more dog shows and make sure Im making the right choise. Ill post some pics if I get a pup! :yes:

Thanks a bundle guys, your really starting to convince me about a Sheltie of my own :smile2: Id probably be more focused on the obedience side of things but I definitely want a dog that's going to keep me busy, and I'm more after a companion and friend than just a pet dog. I have one final...

Thats what I wanted to hear guys :biggrin2:! Im already 99% for getting one, my concern is it will be home alone for 9 hours every day, although when Im home it will probably wish I was at work! Anyway Ive posted the question elsewhere in the forum, so I look forward to your replies.

Hi all, My name is Darren and Im seriously considering getting a pet thats crazier than me......... if thats possible! I grew up with Collies and Kelpies working sheep, so a Sheltie is naturally my first pick! Im here to pick your brains about this breed and whether theyre suitable for me.

Shelties living alone Hi all, Firstly an apology, Im not sure if Im supposed to post here but Im completely new to this forum thingy! :confused2:. If this is the wrong spot please let me know. I have the same concerns as angel_night, working just over 9 hours a day 5 days a week. I wont be...