"jlrogers" wrote in message
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The right dog will fill a void you may not even know you have. The right
dog will provide a level of safety, especially for children, that is
priceless.

What is the right dog for a sailor? Not an easy question to answer.
Sailors, and everyone else, need to choose their dog based on the family
character, lifestyle, and circumstances, just like choosing a boat

What kind of dog do you have? Does he/she like to sail? Is your home
space big enough for her/him? Did you choose your dog wisely?

Staffordshire Bull Terrier & a Schipperke. Both breeds love the water and
like to swim. Neither has been sailing yet. Size is an important factor
aboard. The schipperke is an ancient breed from Flanders used on canal boats
as guard and companion dogs. The Staffie is an old breed as well.....
fearless and they seem to really enjoy swimming. My pup went for her first
swim at the beach at 2 months old.

As far as room..... we have plenty... 7 acres road front sea front..treed
with pathways and a beach.

CM