 Re: Buying a puppy
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#373561 - 02/13/2013 11:57 AM |
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Hey Duane, I don't know how Schraderhaus got linked to this? Did you see something I missed? I'm seeing the dogs listed at Van Den Heuvel.
Do you have a family Adi?
Hello Steve,
yes i am married but i do not have kids yet. However thats also another issue, cuz i am being advised by my co-workers nt to get a dog i am planning a baby in next 2 yrs,only because the dog could get jealous and can snap at your baby which i think is not true.
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Re: Buying a puppy
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#373562 - 02/13/2013 11:59 AM |
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I'd owned dogs for 35+ years before I got a dog with some working lines in her. She is not as well bred as those of others here, and certainly not as well as those mentioned in the OP.
I'd spent a week visiting her and researching GSDs before I brought her home, but it was evident to me as soon as I got her home that I was going to have to up my game just to live with her, much less handle her outside of the house. She still requires, and always will, constant management.
what was the difference you notice between owning a German Shepherd and owning other dogs you had previous.
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#373563 - 02/13/2013 12:01 PM |
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Adi;
If this helps, the Schraderhaus dogs seemed to be geared toward being decent family dogs. I'm sure you had already seen that, as it sounds like you've been doing your homework.
Giving your dog a job to do, such as some kind of obedience, agility, or schutzhund training, will benefit both of you
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#373564 - 02/13/2013 12:01 PM |
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It appears like Adi only posted once and never comes back again.
Hello Lindsey,
Firstly, i really appereciate that everyone took time and responded. I was not expecting this many replies and secondly i had been working long hours lately.
My apologies to make you await
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#373565 - 02/13/2013 12:04 PM |
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Lord von den Grauen von Monstab is co-owned by Timberhaus K9 and Schraderhaus.
Yes i did spoke to Jean last night and i am aware of that. infact i think i would go with Congo Vikar puppy because Lord is a Alpha Pack Dog and since i am planning a baby in future it would be better to get a dog with a medium drive dog.
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#373566 - 02/13/2013 12:09 PM |
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I'd owned dogs for 35+ years before I got a dog with some working lines in her. She is not as well bred as those of others here, and certainly not as well as those mentioned in the OP.
I'd spent a week visiting her and researching GSDs before I brought her home, but it was evident to me as soon as I got her home that I was going to have to up my game just to live with her, much less handle her outside of the house. She still requires, and always will, constant management.
what was the difference you notice between owning a German Shepherd and owning other dogs you had previous.
The demand for daily, substantial exercise and mental stimulation, or she would go stir crazy (tail-chasing, constant demands for attention, stuff like that). Once I got involved with our schutzhund club and started spending ginormous amounts of time training her, she improved dramatically. I haven't seen her chase her tail in over a year.
Some dogs know that when you get the leash, they're going for a walk. She goes BONKERS if she sees the leash, hears keys rattle, sees me put my shoes on, etc. She loves when the training collar comes out, and knows what's her gear bag is for. She has a huge appetite for training, fishing, or any other activity where we will be engaged with each other.
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#373567 - 02/13/2013 12:11 PM |
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Adi;
If this helps, the Schraderhaus dogs seemed to be geared toward being decent family dogs. I'm sure you had already seen that, as it sounds like you've been doing your homework.
Giving your dog a job to do, such as some kind of obedience, agility, or schutzhund training, will benefit both of you
Good luck.
Dear Duane,
Thank you for your response. Yes i have been doing my home work from a long time.to be honest there arent many german shepherds that has impressed me on internet by structure or temprement.I have finally zeroed my choice on Lord or Congo...but it seems i might go with Congo Vikar x Zara puppy. Yes i am planning to join a local german shepherd club here in Northern Virginia to enjoy my dog.
However i do have a query, after listening to my co-workers. I am planning to have a baby in next 2 years, so should i just wait till the baby comes or having a dog before would be okay. My main concern is the dog might get jelous of the baby, which i dont believe but its stuck on my wify's mind.
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[Re: Duane Hull ]
#373568 - 02/13/2013 12:15 PM |
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I'd owned dogs for 35+ years before I got a dog with some working lines in her. She is not as well bred as those of others here, and certainly not as well as those mentioned in the OP.
I'd spent a week visiting her and researching GSDs before I brought her home, but it was evident to me as soon as I got her home that I was going to have to up my game just to live with her, much less handle her outside of the house. She still requires, and always will, constant management.
what was the difference you notice between owning a German Shepherd and owning other dogs you had previous.
The demand for daily, substantial exercise and mental stimulation, or she would go stir crazy (tail-chasing, constant demands for attention, stuff like that). Once I got involved with our schutzhund club and started spending ginormous amounts of time training her, she improved dramatically. I haven't seen her chase her tail in over a year.
Some dogs know that when you get the leash, they're going for a walk. She goes BONKERS if she sees the leash, hears keys rattle, sees me put my shoes on, etc. She loves when the training collar comes out, and knows what's her gear bag is for. She has a huge appetite for training, fishing, or any other activity where we will be engaged with each other.
Sounds the dog needs a lot of mental stimulation.at the moment i have lot of time since i dont have any kids, However question would be if i would have time after 3 yrs to play with my dog for 3Hrs a day.
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[Re: Adi Pandit ]
#373569 - 02/13/2013 12:20 PM |
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You really need to consider that. Chances are that 3 years spent properly would result in a dog that is more user-friendly, but that's a crapshot.
Make certain you are dealing with a reputable breeder that will be honest and work with you. You can tell them your background, what you're looking for, and they SHOULD pair you with a dog with the right temperament and drives for you.
Visit Little River Canine on Facebook, and contact Mrs. Betty Waldron. You can also pm her here.
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#373570 - 02/13/2013 12:22 PM |
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Also, make sure you check out the opinions in the thread about life with a high drive dog. It ain't always easy.
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