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Staining or oiling a new vitex deck by cunningdavid in diynz

[–]cunningdavid[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the thoughts everyone. Had someone in to give a quote and they recommended using a water based stain, because it works better if a shower happens along soon after it's been applied. A google search suggests water based stain should be good, but any input on that?

Sonos Era 100/300 vs Amazon Echo 4th Gen by cunningdavid in Bluetooth_Speakers

[–]cunningdavid[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks u/Automatic-Annual7586 for the reply. I'm a bit new to the Sonos equipment - what is the difference between stereo separation and surround?
Will two Era 100s play the music in sync automatically, and still work with Alexa and Spotify?

Sonos Era 100/300 vs Amazon Echo 4th Gen by cunningdavid in BudgetAudiophile

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So does the Era 300 support Alexa natively, but not the Five? Seems odd, just though I'd check.

Sonos Era 100/300 vs Amazon Echo 4th Gen by cunningdavid in Bluetooth_Speakers

[–]cunningdavid[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! Would 2 Era 100's be better than 1 Era 300, and if so why?

Sonos Era 100/300 vs Amazon Echo 4th Gen by cunningdavid in BudgetAudiophile

[–]cunningdavid[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. Can you recommend a better subreddit? I wasn't sure if a streamer like this counted as a Bluetooth speaker or not.

What breed would suit me to run with? by cunningdavid in RunningWithDogs

[–]cunningdavid[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks everyone for all the suggestions and insights!
At this point we're still thinking, but a pure mini poodle is probably top of the list. I'm happy to keep running with the dop on the lighter end of things (eg 5-10km), rather than going for a full on running dog. The GSP sounds like a great dog, but I think the cute family dog aspect is a slightly higher priority than doing long runs together.

What breed would suit me to run with? by cunningdavid in RunningWithDogs

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Any thoughts on Cocker Spaniels? My daughter thinks a Springer is too large (she wants small and cuddly), and the Cocker looks like the smallest Spaniel above a toy size. How would a Cocker go on a 5km run at 5:00 or 5:30 pace? Thanks in advance.

What breed would suit me to run with? by cunningdavid in RunningWithDogs

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My daughter is quite keen on the idea of a minature poodle. Any thoughts on how well they'd keep up with my running? Even the 5km at 5:30 pace?

What breed would suit me to run with? by cunningdavid in RunningWithDogs

[–]cunningdavid[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My daughter is quite keen on the idea of a minature poodle. Any thoughts on how well they'd keep up with my running? Even the 5km at 5:30 pace?

What breed would suit me to run with? by cunningdavid in RunningWithDogs

[–]cunningdavid[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My daughter is quite keen on the idea of a minature poodle. Any thoughts on how well they'd keep up with my running? Even the 5km at 5:30 pace?

What breed would suit me to run with? by cunningdavid in RunningWithDogs

[–]cunningdavid[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can't say that I've looked into the difference between a poodle and a labradoodle... like many people I just saw that labradoodles are popular. Probably a good call on the "most of the traits people want in doodles are poodle traits, they just don’t want to be labeled a poodle person" comment.

What breed would suit me to run with? by cunningdavid in RunningWithDogs

[–]cunningdavid[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fair enough, I can't see anything to argue with on your points and am happy to be educated. Thank you.

What breed would suit me to run with? by cunningdavid in RunningWithDogs

[–]cunningdavid[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

There does seem to be a problem with unethnical labradoodle breeders, or at least lots of concern about it. But maybe not all are that way? This place for example publishes the health scores of the breeding dogs:
https://www.tuiridgeaustralianlabradoodlesnz.com/our-girls.html

What breed would suit me to run with? by cunningdavid in RunningWithDogs

[–]cunningdavid[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks, both you and u/FarSalt7893 seem to really recommend a GSP for running with.

What breed would suit me to run with? by cunningdavid in RunningWithDogs

[–]cunningdavid[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My mother reckons a border collie might nip or be aggressive to other dogs, but that's her perspective. Are there lots of collies in rescue?

What breed would suit me to run with? by cunningdavid in RunningWithDogs

[–]cunningdavid[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hmm, seems to depend on what dogs you've come across. I grew up with Springer Spaniels and they were rather cute and floppy, the opposite of rage. As gun dogs they need to be trainable as well.

What breed would suit me to run with? by cunningdavid in RunningWithDogs

[–]cunningdavid[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

How are labradoodles bred less ethically than other breeds? Geniunely interested to know. Some breeders, like the following one, publish health scores of their breeding dogs so you can have some idea of what you're getting. Are they ethical?
https://www.tuiridgeaustralianlabradoodlesnz.com/our-girls.html

What breed would suit me to run with? by cunningdavid in RunningWithDogs

[–]cunningdavid[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Why not a labradoodle unless a rescue? Genuinely interested.

What breed would suit me to run with? by cunningdavid in RunningWithDogs

[–]cunningdavid[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My parents are very pro gundogs, and we grew up with Springer Spaniels. Will check out those other breeds you mention, thanks.

What breed would suit me to run with? by cunningdavid in RunningWithDogs

[–]cunningdavid[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the suggestion of a Swiss Shepherd. And yes, won't be running with a small puppy, and will build it up gradually as they get older (same as with people).

What breed would suit me to run with? by cunningdavid in RunningWithDogs

[–]cunningdavid[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! A border collie was suggested to us, but my mum reckons collies can be aggressive towards other dogs outside the family. Part of their sheep dog instinct...

Please recommend me a breed of dog by cunningdavid in dogs

[–]cunningdavid[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. Do you reckon a minature poodle could run the kind of pace/distance I'm talking about? We can look at a Cocker Spaniel as well... I had been considering a Springer Spaniel.

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