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Well the family has asked me to get a second dog for a while now and so I have given in and the landlord has given the thumbs up as well. I currently have a chocolate lab but I have always liked German Shepherds and Belgian Malinois. But trying to find one of these for a price that is less then a pretty decent gun is all but impossible. Does anyone have any leads or friends with puppies for sale that are not too expensive?
Just keep in mind that with most pure-bred dogs, you really do get what you pay for (and with GSDs that goes double and with Malinois that goes quadruple ... they have a high enough incidence of epilepsy and cancer I wouldn't consider a Malinois that wasn't from a champion bloodline ... which'll set you back more like the cost of a car than a gun).
With GSDs one thing you can consider is a white one. White is not within the "breed standard" for showing and breeding so I've known several people over the years that got champion bloodline dogs for free or next to it by taking a white dog off a breeders hand (since I don't think they can even register it).
Another option is to find a German Shepherd or Malinois rescue organization. But then you're not likely to get a puppy.
I have a buddy that knows of a Vizsla pup that needs a new home. I think it's roughly 2-3 months old. The guy picked the puppy up, apparently didn't know how to take care of it and took it to the pound. The pound called the breeder because of the dog type and they're looking for a new home now. I believe they're only looking for a donation (~$100?) to the center. If you're interested, I can get some more info for you.
http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/vizsla.htm
Take a look here and see what they have:
https://www.coloradoci.com/servicepr...html?companion
I see at least one mutt from the humane society a week being walked down my street that I'd adopt in a heartbeat.
Humane society.
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What is going to get along with the lab and family? Size, energy level, etc...?
I have had three different neighbors that would rescue GSD. All had problems. Most were aggressive. None would I want in my house. Not saying I don't like GSDs , just be aware.
I would not go to a breeder. My last three dogs came from the HS and all have been great animals.
Humane society
fwiw every shelter dog i have fostered has been a train wreck either physically or mentally most of them are in there for a reason
that being said im sure good ones are out there
for me id rather spend money on a good dog......your gonna have the lil guy for 10-15 years its like trying to cheap out on a tattoo
Characterizing shelter dogs as train wrecks is inaccurate. As a longtime shelter volunteer I'd estimate about 1% are train wrecks. The majority make great pets.
I have no problem with a GSD if it came from a shelter. My lab came from the weld county humane society and he's by far the most loyal loving dog. but with that said he way to friendly to be protective. Yet another reason I want a GSD.