Looking for a pet, PLEASE HELP!

I am looking for a dog for my 3 year old daughter (who is great with animals). We found a stray last Christmas Eve and decided to keep her but she is in failing health. She is blind, can't hear, has a neurological disorder and gets pneumonia quite easily. My daughter is heartbroken and I really want to get her another dog, small breed preferable (nothing bigger than a ****er Spaniel). I don't have a great deal of money but willing to work things out. I have checked the local shelters and pet rescue organizations but they have a strict rule about adopting small dogs in rescue to homes with small children. Can anyone help?

its tough for a young child when their dog is real sick but you should checked the local newspaper ads.Contact your local vet maybe they know someone who can not take care of a dog and is looking for a good home to go too.I wish you the best and I know when you find one your daughter life will be great because she has a good mother.bob

http://www.petfinder.com Shih Itzu (sp) are really small and gentle with children. Or there are many breeds that are mixed with poodles if anyone has allergies in your family. I would check with your local animal shelter or even PetSmart has adoption days. Sorry to hear about your doggie!

I have found the most wonderful dogs at the local shelter. I am sure that if you let your local shelters know your situation and what you want, they will be most helpful. Don't overlook the mixed breds. I have found them to be healthier than the purebreds and are just as wonderful as pets. Good luck in your search. Dixie

Hello, You could go to AKC.org (it's either .org or .com i forget which) and they will give you a list of all breeds and descriptions of each breed. The site will tell you weather a specific breed is better with children or not. From what i've seen ****zus are pretty good with kids. Good luck!!

I have mini dashounds and they are great with kids. They are about 8 to 9 pounds. I live in Dahlonega ga. [email protected]