We adopted a few months ago after spending ages trying to decide between several breeds. We were thinking about an Eurasier, a Husky, or a German Shepherd.
After chatting with a neighbour who has a dog from Reunion Island (dogs have a really tough time of it over there), I started looking into different rescue charities.
And then—it was love at first sight!!!!!
She’s been with us for 7 months now and it's been pure joy. We went through a rescue charity called Sauvade, but there are plenty of others out there.
These dogs aren't very well known; they're sometimes called 'Royal Bourbons' or 'Creole Shepherds', and there’s something for everyone (all sizes, coat colours, and eye colours).
She looks like a young German Shepherd crossed with a Husky and won't get any heavier than 35 lbs (around 16kg). She’s lovely with us and the kids, incredibly sociable, obedient, and playful—in short, she’s a total dream dog.
Even though we originally wanted a pedigree, in hindsight we’re so happy because these dogs don't have health issues, you’re saving a life, and they have such a fantastic temperament.
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"There are thousands of dogs in need up and down the country. Small ones, medium ones, large ones, giants. Why go looking for a dog with a high carbon footprint?"
Because the carbon footprint won't come from this poor dog, but from everything else (leaving these dogs behind won't change our world, it won't save it). We would have to completely backpedal and rethink our entire lifestyle. My previous dog came from a rescue in Ireland; this time I want to give a chance to a different kind of dog. It might be irresponsible, but I’m not going to change the state of the world (I use electricity, water, I produce rubbish...). In fact, the biggest driver of the carbon footprint is humanity...
😁 Well done Rinrin, and Yanou too for letting us share the joy. Love to Cortex and Yanou’s mystery girl 👏 Best wishes to you both. Good luck Rinrin, and keep us posted even if it’s not for a while. 👍
Thanks so much for sharing your story. As I’ve been looking to adopt a little companion for Cortex and me in the future, you’ve really inspired me. I’ve actually got in touch with an animal rescue charity. It won’t be happening straight away, but that’s the direction we’re heading in. Thanks again for sharing your experience.
Hello everyone ✌
I’ve come up with another memory trick. Your username is shorter and your pet is smaller than Yanou’s!!! 😁 It’s much simpler that way. Dyslexia? No. Ambidextrous? Yes, due to the way we were taught back in the 60s.
But why "String"? Your furry friend is posing like a total star; I’m guessing that’s you on the right.
Is the cone of shame the latest fashion? You certainly won’t go unnoticed lollllll. You’ve got a great sense of humour, I like it!!!
Have a lovely day, everyone ✌
Yes, pangolins are cute! 😁
It was a subliminal message!
It’s a shame some numpties think their scales are aphrodisiacs; someone should just give them some Viagra instead!
As for yanou and Yuna, as long as you aren't dyslexic, you should be fine. 😎
(Yes, it’s a real shame Victor, but I reckon a comeback is definitely on the cards now... You just need to sign up with someone else using the local infrastructure and you’re sorted.... (Well, in theory!) Anyway, I’ve been reading some old posts with a mix of nostalgia, regret and even a bit of disbelief!)
Your dog is absolutely gorgeous, but I’m not exactly unbiased because I’m like that with all animals, even the blue-eyed ones! It’s only mosquitoes that get on my nerves – and pangolins!
Creole Shepherds can be so docile, loving, and really in tune with their owners—absolute sweethearts, really. It’s a shame a former member isn't around anymore; they could have told you all about their own 'Creole'.
If they had to do it all over again, they wouldn't hesitate for a second, which definitely gives you food for thought.
