Hi pixiepie, I have one 2 and half year old Border Collie called Jack (male!) He is my soulmate ;) Loud, excitable, affectionate, a bundle of energy and fun...Never knew I could love anyone so much!
I would like more, but now isn't the right time. And he is better suited to being an only dog-"man of the house" although he is friendly enough.
You all sound as if you have a houseful between you!
happy_face, whereabouts in the UK are you? We rent from a Housing Association in Cumbria-Accent Housing Group-and as long as we are clean and quiet, they have no issue with our dog. HAs and councils on the whole are more accepting of pets than private landlords. It is still worth enquiring, and seeing if you can persuade them that your dog won't be a problem. One rental agency told us we could have a house if the dog stayed outside...Yeah right!!!
Good luck in your search.
Lisa.