Recent content by Sparrowhawk

I got the dog. Phantom is a gsd and she's been doing great with training so far. She's only 6 months old so a bit of a teenager but I haven't really had any issues with her yet other than her letting the cavalier bully her

I decided on a different breed of dog, I think I would love to own a doberman in the future but right now I don't think I can own a super high energy dog like a doberman and train it's replacement if it fails as an assitance dog

I know with mobility work you need larger dogs, I have to wear shoes for my ankles that make me taller so other dogs are to small. I am also considering german shepherds but they have alot of fur and grooming needs. I have alot of time for training/walking or enrichment stuff

Another bit to add, I mainly need help walking in rural areas and do not need/want help from random people so I don't mind the intimidating appearance of dobermans

I'm looking into getting a adult doberman 1 to 3 years from a breeder to train as an assistance dog (uk service dog) as I have trouble with dizziness that means I am reliant on other people and can't really go out by myself. I just wanted some advice on whether that would be a good idea or even...