Missing standard schnauzer

[Chezwinn]

A quick update. There has not been a sighting of Jax since February, so we are hoping he will be found one day with his microchip. I need some help. As you may know we got a rescue male Mini Schnauzer last November, and called him Buddy. We are thinking of getting another one but we are not sure if we should get a male or a female? Buddy needs another dog to keep him company, so your suggestions would be appreciated as to which sex to get boy or girl?

[Morgana99]

So sorry there is still no news of your precious Jax, I always think of him when I see another report of a lost or found dog. Hopefully one day soon it will be good news for him. Regarding your question, I think it depends on the characters of the two dogs, rather than the gender. From what I've learned and experienced first hand with Duke & Alfie, boys can certainly be best mates with no jealousy. Schnauzers seem to like being part of a group generally. Both mine are neutered, which I'm sure Buddy and any future friend will be as a matter of course if they are rescues. Does Buddy have any issues? Sometimes it can be harder to integrate another boy or girl if he/she and/or Buddy have any insecurities due to their history, but I'm sure you'll get lots of advice on here if you need it . Or were you thinking of a puppy?
Good luck with finding a friend for Buddy

[Chezwinn]

Thanks for your prompt post. Buddy is much better now that he had settled here. We had a mini female over today and he was smitten before he went to Many Tears Rescue Centre he lived with his sister, unfortunately they were split up, which is a shame.

[Morgana99]

Thanks for your prompt post. Buddy is much better now that he had settled here. We had a mini female over today and he was smitten before he went to Many Tears Rescue Centre he lived with his sister, unfortunately they were split up, which is a shame.

Ah, bless him. I'm so glad we were able to re-home ours together & it's heart breaking to think of a pair being split up. Maybe, based on his history, a new sister could be the perfect partner. Let us know what happens. x