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[quote=Anonymous]OP, I'd call the rescue.

An older, calmer, smaller dog that is a less active breed or combo of breeds would be a pet your kids could enjoy. Not a whirling dervish.

My mom was careless and let the loop of her large mixed breed slip over her wrist chatting with a neighbor. The dog saw a squirrel and pulled her and she needed surgery and physio to repair her arm. The dog you have is going to be very heavy and high energy even after puppyhood. I don't know that your kids will literally ever be safe handling her. A cousin has a German shorthair pointer puppy, also heavy and strong. He's 6' but she took off after a rabbit and pulled him and he has bruised ribs.

Get something like a spaniel, they are great dogs for families. Frenchies are too, but too much chance of street theft if you are in DC.

Not only is the status quo untenable for your family but this is never going to be a dog your kids walk.  My parents had large dogs, even show dogs. One that was not a good fit when we were very young got returned to the breeder. Rescues will take the dog back. A young person with a hybrid schedule who likes to run, bike and hike would be a great match for her. [/quote]

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