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I've never been a dog person (4 legs) but the kids are keen on a furry friend that's a bot bigger than your standard mk1 gerbil (and with a bit more longevity).

As I spend most of my time single (when the kids are with ex) and go boating a bit, I am wondering if there is a parrticular breed of dog that is recommended for yachting?

i.e. doesn't want long walks, resistant to mal de mer, does small poops etc....
 
CR, I'd hesitate to consider any dog with a bit of collie in it. They do need lots of exercise and brain work. Brilliant companions though they are, they can be a bit snappy if under used.

Beagle ?
 
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Boaty Dog

As a long time parent to Charlie (Border Collie cross with Bearded Collie and rescued from NDCL / Dogs Trust 14 years ago) I can vouch for a Collie. They do indeed need plenty of stimulation and companionship but can be "nippy" with young kids - it's the herding instinct apparently!

One comment though - and this is not to preach - you need to consider activity / companionship outside of your yachting activities. I am lucky enough that I have a good lady wife who has the luxury of being a stay at home mum - and hence looks after Charlie and Number 1 son full time whilst I am out at work. We would have seriously contemplated not getting a dog if she was a working mum and both of us were out all day.

Charlie is getting long in the tooth but I am hoping that he will be able to come out with us this summer on our first yacht.

Other things to consider are probably obvious but think about size of boat v size of dog, mooring & “walkies” and how to cope with the parcels that dog will leave!

Good luck with your search

Regards

Paul
 
I did this the wrong way round. Got dogs then the boat. With the result that I have a hyperactive Collie/Whippet, and a huge hairy Collie/Retreiver cross.
Tbh the only practical problem is when you are berthed on a quayside- the big dog is just about impossible to take up a ladder, although it has been done, with difficulty.

P.S. Thanks to my dogs' incessant walking requirements, I have explored far more of the places we have visited with the boat than we otherwise would.
 
Yorkshire Terrier - small poops, doesn't moult, not inclined to take to the water, will walk all day or equally content to sit by your side all day, extremely portable and can be easily conveyed under one arm in and out of dinghy etc. We sail with 2 (and a Labrador) and they enjoy life on the boat. Both were sick once on their first trip as a pup but not been sick since, now 5 and 10. The attributes of the Labrador ( with the exception of the seasickness and enjoying life on the boat) are exactly the opposite.
 
two potential sailors! and a question

:rolleyes:

I have two six month old 'cockapoos' half cocker spaniel and half poodle. We got them because our eldest daughter is asthmatic and they don't moult.

They are very bright and not too big, very sociable with a nice temperment. When we buy our boat this year they will be with us. Which tempts me to ask, has anyone heard anything good or bad about the Dromor Apollo 39? It's one of the many we are looking at but can't find any reviews. Thanks
 
I can recommend this flavour

Comrade Red said:
I've never been a dog person (4 legs) but the kids are keen on a furry friend that's a bot bigger than your standard mk1 gerbil (and with a bit more longevity).

As I spend most of my time single (when the kids are with ex) and go boating a bit, I am wondering if there is a parrticular breed of dog that is recommended for yachting?

i.e. doesn't want long walks, resistant to mal de mer, does small poops etc....
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Spiny dogfish good with adults and children not very intelligent so don’t expect it to do tricks, house trained does not require feeding finds its own needs frequent exercise suggest just plonking it in the water for a while and when you are tired of it very good to eat.
 
Please don't get a dog "for the kids". They are as big a commitment as kids themselves - or they should be. If you do decide to get something, be aware that pedigree dogs are more likely to suffer from health problems & mongrels can live for 15-17 years plus.

I would recommend going to your local rescue home & picking up something small & friendly. Most rescue centres will take a dog back that turns out to be unsuitable. We have ust taken on a Jack Russel that is proving a great companion, but does need a lot of attention. I haven't tried her on the boat yet, but she is very good in cars & the Motorhome so I don't expect too many problems. Our previous dog was nuts in a car & we never even tried her in the boat cos the first one couldn't cope with slippy decks & sailing at an angle.
 
Comrade Red said:
I've never been a dog person (4 legs) but the kids are keen on a furry friend that's a bot bigger than your standard mk1 gerbil (and with a bit more longevity).

As I spend most of my time single (when the kids are with ex) and go boating a bit, I am wondering if there is a parrticular breed of dog that is recommended for yachting?

i.e. doesn't want long walks, resistant to mal de mer, does small poops etc....
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Just for a second I thought you quoting from a far eastern restaurant menu!:)

My collie is at home onboard.

Ian
 
mitiempo said:
Schipperke, the Dutch barge dog.

Compact and make good boat dogs. Several boat owners I know have them and there are no issues. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schipperke
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No issues? R U sure?

from the link.....

"Known for a stubborn, mischievous, and headstrong temperament, the Schipperke is sometimes referred to as the "little black fox", the "Tasmanian black devil", or the "little black devil". They are naturally curious and high-energy dogs and require ample exercise and supervision. Schipperkes are very smart and independent; and sometimes debate listening to owners, instead choosing to do whatever benefits them the most. First-time dog owners would be well advised to familiarize themselves with the breed prior to purchase. Schipperkes require training and a secure, fenced-in space to run. They are formidable barkers and can be aggressive with other dogs."

:D:confused:
 
Don't do it. We have a dog, love him to bits but he's a major factor in me not getting my first boat. And please don't get a dog if it's going to stay at home alone all day crying itself to sleep.
 
I don't know a lot about dogs but I think Searush may have the right idea with a Jack Russel.
You need to pick an even tempered one. Bright little dogs, they seem to be up for anything. My next door neighbour was on the apex of his roof fixing a tile, looked around and there was his Jack Russel checking things out.
 
doug748 said:
My next door neighbour was on the apex of his roof fixing a tile, looked around and there was his Jack Russel checking things out.
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Classic!

Golden Retriever is my companion.

But dogs are a commitment.

They need their exercise although GRs do have a lazy streak in them as well. GRs have even temperments and love water, unfortunately they love being in the water too. Sea, pond, river, muddy puddle you name it and mine will throw herself in it!
 
My 2pennyworth. Schipperke, fine little dogs but will bark a lot and they shed profusely.
Jack Russel as long as it's from even tempered stock.
A small compact non shedding dog, how about a Border Terrier. Very un-terrier like, temperament wise. Great with kids. I've always fancied having one of these.
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Comrade Red said:
No issues? R U sure?

from the link.....

"Known for a stubborn, mischievous, and headstrong temperament, the Schipperke is sometimes referred to as the "little black fox", the "Tasmanian black devil", or the "little black devil". They are naturally curious and high-energy dogs and require ample exercise and supervision. Schipperkes are very smart and independent; and sometimes debate listening to owners, instead choosing to do whatever benefits them the most. First-time dog owners would be well advised to familiarize themselves with the breed prior to purchase. Schipperkes require training and a secure, fenced-in space to run. They are formidable barkers and can be aggressive with other dogs."

:D:confused:
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They are active - love to run. My neighbour's dog, Buffett, loves to sit on the foredeck (large powerboat) and watch the harbour traffic. Well behaved, not too large, hell of a personality. Barks only when a stranger comes by, doesn't get seasick.

I have another neighbour with 2 smaller dogs - not sure of the breed - that bark a great deal more.
 
We have a labradoodle, a labrador crossed with a miniature poodle. She's intelligent, good tempered and loves the boat. She doesn't bark much and doesn't shed too much. She's quite happy being on the boat all day, so long as at some point she gets a walk. She's just the right size for the boat and doesn't get sea sick. I think the trick with dogs and boats is getting them used to the boat straight away.

The secret of manageable poops is to feed a very good quality dried dog food.

If you are getting a dog to go sailing with, don't get a rescue dog, because it will be too late to get them used to the boat, and often they are full of bad habits. I definitely wouldn't go for a Jack Russell, I've come across far too many that are yappy and snappy. Our neighbours have JRs and they yap for England. They've also bitten another neighbour's dog and terrified it. One of the places we go when we sail has a liveaboard with a JRs. The poor thing wears a collar that gives it an electric shock every time it barks. The owners said it was either that or have him put to sleep. I think terriers generally are the most yappy and snappy dogs, but that's just my experience.

As has been said, dogs are a lot of work. They need training and they need daily walks. Having a dog is a huge commitment.
 
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Lady Celestial said:
We have a labradoodle, a labrador crossed with a miniature poodle. She's intelligent
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You would need to be fairly intelligent to do this, Gets the imagination working this one which one is the dog which the bitch when it comes to the breading part how did they do it was there any help required as in a lift up. If the poodle was the dog did he sneak up on the bitch when she was sleeping and surprise her? Maybe someone can supply the answer it has gladdened my eye has this scenario.
Anyway to answer the OP’s question don’t get a dog their expensive to keep, require exercise, smelly, like smokers who smell of nicotine dog owners well they...... make your own mind up, there yappy, and dominate your life everything you do will revolve around this dog for many years you will be the one to look after it, but if that’s what you want go for it.
 
boomerangben said:
Don't do it. We have a dog, love him to bits but he's a major factor in me not getting my first boat. And please don't get a dog if it's going to stay at home alone all day crying itself to sleep.
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Absolutely and like Searush says, you're not doing it for the right reason.
Can't ex do the dog thing?
 
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