C - I love people who will adopt mature animals and more importantly are willing to open their homes and hearts to a dog or cat who needs a forever home. I hope you and your new buddy have many, many joyful years together!

I'm not familiar with the breed Kelpie but from other post I gather they are much like aust. shepherd. These dogs are high energy dogs and need to be "worked" on a daily basis to keep them happy. The big question you need to ask yourself is do you have the time to devote to this kind of dog?

Foxhounds are scent dogs and will take off at the drop of a hat to follow a scent. This natural behavior often leads to them becoming lost. If you go with a foxhound it would be a wish investment to have them microchipped. Of course, keeping them on lead is equally as important.

Greyhounds are sight hounds and like the foxhound will take off when they spy movement. Again a microchip and good leash are in order with these guys. Greyhounds, however, are very easy going dogs and often said to be cat like in their behaviors.

My last Great Dane, Gaston, came from a rescue organization in a neighboring state. He has turned out to be a great dog but the first year was shakey at best. He came with many bad behaviors and it literally took a year or more to work through them and teach him I was the "alpha dog." I would suggest that whatever dog you adopt that you sigh up for obedience classes. It is a great way to spend time with your dog and better yet you learn to handle your buddy and they learn you are the one in control. As I tell anyone I know who is going to adopt from a rescue organization - it is a great experience, most of the time, and simply remember the pet you bring home brings baggage with them and it takes time to unpack those bags. Every cat/dog transitions at a different rate so be patient and know you have made a friend for life.

Good luck and please a picture or two once the match has been made.