Designer Dogs

[sockgirl77]

The folks who are breeding for hunting dogs need to be accountable for all the dogs they breed, not just the ones they choose to keep. Hazel is a senior beagle that was bred many times and ended up in the shelter as a stray found in Port Tobacco, and no one ever claimed her, just like most of the hunting dogs are not claimed by anyone. I'm sure some breeders are responsible and some obviously are not.

See, I do not agree with this either. The breeder did its job. They bred the dog and sold it. Once it was owned but someone else, it's THAT owner's responsibility.

 

[ArkRescue]

I'm all about saving the animals in the shelters first but I also have no problem if someone wants to spend the money on a purebred dog for specific reasons. My family has done both. As long as everyone researches the breed they're looking at carefully, bc that means less animals end up no longer wanted and in shelters.

Sadly people pick most critters for their looks. I get people who want to pick a cat they want by looks. I try to explain that the cat should be matched to their lifestyle/expectations, and that color should be secondary. Some cats don't do well around children, some thrive on kids. Some cats are just not into noise, some are shy. People go to the shelter and pick based on how cute they are. The bold or different-looking colored kitty, then whine when kitty isn't the personality they expected or hoped for. If you want a lap kitty, we have that, if you like independent kitties that don't require much attention, we have that too. I only want people to be matched with a pet that provides what they wanted/expected, so that they are all happy, you know?

 

[lucky_bee]

My sister went to a shelter near her house in VA last week, just to look. They already have two dogs, both mix breed rescues. They came home with this guy. His name is Flash and he is missing a front leg from a hunting accident and his owners gave him up because he was no good for hunting any more. She said he is the sweetest most laid back dog she's ever seen.

you can't ever go JUST TO LOOK

 

[ArkRescue]

See, I do not agree with this either. The breeder did its job. They bred the dog and sold it. Once it was owned but someone else, it's THAT owner's responsibility.

Most reputable breeders never want one of their dogs to end up in a shelter. So many write into their contract the dog should be returned if a shelter is ever an option.

 

[sockgirl77]

Most reputable breeders never want one of their dogs to end up in a shelter. So many write into their contract the dog should be returned if a shelter is ever an option.

I like that they do this. But that's not the same thing as making the breeder responsible for the dog past the point of "handing over the keys". How many times do the buyers actually return a dog if they choose not to keep it? I actually see this constantly on those damn wackadoodle FB pages.

 

[ArkRescue]

you can't ever go JUST TO LOOK

When I had to deal with XL dogs I started buying crib mattresses and crib sheets. Easy to pull off and wash crib sheets <G>.

 

[lucky_bee]

Sadly people pick most critters for their looks. I get people who want to pick a cat they want by looks. I try to explain that the cat should be matched to their lifestyle/expectations, and that color should be secondary. Some cats don't do well around children, some thrive on kids. Some cats are just not into noise, some are shy. People go to the shelter and pick based on how cute they are. The bold or different-looking colored kitty, then whine when kitty isn't the personality they expected or hoped for. If you want a lap kitty, we have that, if you like independent kitties that don't require much attention, we have that too. I only want people to be matched with a pet that provides what they wanted/expected, so that they are all happy, you know?

I agree but I'm also a responsible pet owner. I did not pick out either of my pets either. They both just ended up with me bc our personalities fit. Did they fit into my little "dream" of a fur family? No. But I love them dearly. However when I find myself looking for new pets bc mine have passed, I definitely have ideas of what I want and don't see a problem with that bc I'm smart enough to factor in personality too. I want a pair of black kitties next, no one ever wants the black ones. Black cats match 90% of my wardrobe But I won't just pick ANY two black cats.

That's why I get real annoyed with the attention Maggie gets. Shiba Inus are becoming pretty popular solely bc they're so damn adorable and cute looking, plus their size. the Shiba Rescues I follow are all maxed out with them bc owners got too frustrated dealing with what's basically a large stubborn-azz cat. A little research...all it takes.

 

[ArkRescue]

I like that they do this. But that's not the same thing as making the breeder responsible for the dog past the point of "handing over the keys". How many times do the buyers actually return a dog if they choose not to keep it? I actually see this constantly on those damn wackadoodle FB pages.

We never want any that we've rescued to end up at a shelter either. I have known the adopter to not call us and take the critter to the shelter. Only reason we found out was the microchip info. had never been changed to the adopter (they were given the chip info to go online or call the number to change it), so the shelter contacted us. The reason for turn in was, too busy to care for kitty.

 

[Bay_Kat]

you can't ever go JUST TO LOOK

That's why I don't go, I'd have a million dogs and cats.

 

[ICit]

I agree but I'm also a responsible pet owner. I did not pick out either of my pets either. They both just ended up with me bc our personalities fit. Did they fit into my little "dream" of a fur family? No. But I love them dearly. However when I find myself looking for new pets bc mine have passed, I definitely have ideas of what I want and don't see a problem with that bc I'm smart enough to factor in personality too. I want a pair of black kitties next, no one ever wants the black ones. Black cats match 90% of my wardrobe But I won't just pick ANY two black cats.

That's why I get real annoyed with the attention Maggie gets. Shiba Inus are becoming pretty popular solely bc they're so damn adorable and cute looking, plus their size. the Shiba Rescues I follow are all maxed out with them bc owners got too frustrated dealing with what's basically a large stubborn-azz cat. A little research...all it takes.

so very true..


I have Bloodhounds.... so when I started looking for a breeder I wanted the best of the best!!! So I started the research and would interview the breeders as well. I knew I found my breeder when she interviewed me as well and explained I will not get a pick of what puppy I wanted and explained that she will be placing pups according to the needs and wants of us. This sold me right there!!! So when I went down to pick my pup up I knew what puppy I was getting but I started looking at the other dogs and would have picked a male. The fact of the matter is I was paired with the most amazing working dog EVER!!! She is solid and has a great work ethic!!

Plus I get bragging rights now because my breeder now has a puppy in her breeding line from the Best in Show Bloodhound Nathan


http://www.nbcsports.com/national-d...nathan-takes-best-show-2014-national-dog-show



Bloodhounds are not "pets"...... they are not lazy dogs. They are working dogs and need a job.

 

[sockgirl77]

Bloodhounds are not "pets"...... they are not lazy dogs. They are working dogs and need a job.

 

[lucky_bee]

Bloodhounds are not "pets"...... they are not lazy dogs. They are working dogs and need a job.

As are most large dogs. They need all need jobs. Most neglect with the larger breeds come from owners not understanding how their dog's breed-brain works. If you don't have real jobs for them, you have to get creative in finding a job in playing with them. That's beyond what most people want to do with their pets, unfortunately. That's why that poor collie mkk saw probably ended up at CAWL.

 

[ArkRescue]

As are most large dogs. They need all need jobs. Most neglect with the larger breeds come from owners not understanding how their dog's breed-brain works. If you don't have real jobs for them, you have to get creative in finding a job in playing with them. That's beyond what most people want to do with their pets, unfortunately. That's why that poor collie mkk saw probably ended up at CAWL.

This is why we have to be sure whatever home the GSD Mix gets into is one that is prepared for her high energy ways - although she may slow down as she ages, we believe she will be high energy for years ...... so ideally she will have another dog(s) to play with, time to run in a fenced yard unless she is being walked A LOT to use up her energy, along with providing her with things like Kongs to chew on.

 

[ICit]

As are most large dogs. They need all need jobs. Most neglect with the larger breeds come from owners not understanding how their dog's breed-brain works. If you don't have real jobs for them, you have to get creative in finding a job in playing with them. That's beyond what most people want to do with their pets, unfortunately. That's why that poor collie mkk saw probably ended up at CAWL.

omg yes.....

I also have GSD's and a Belgian Malinois .. so she was from Tri county and was going to live with a friend of mine...but was unable to take her due to the CRAZY side she showed.... I couldn't send her back and really didn't need (or want) another dog... but she has a made herself home for the last 2 yrs.... and I must say I love her. She has been the only K9 in my K9 career that I was unable to trouble shoot on my own. But she has turned out to be a nice HIGH DRIVE working dog.

 

[lucky_bee]

omg yes.....

I also have GSD's and a Belgian Malinois .. so she was from Tri county and was going to live with a friend of mine...but was unable to take her due to the CRAZY side she showed.... I couldn't send her back and really didn't need (or want) another dog... but she has a made herself home for the last 2 yrs.... and I must say I love her. She has been the only K9 in my K9 career that I was unable to trouble shoot on my own. But she has turned out to be a nice HIGH DRIVE working dog.

even just effing exercise. It's amazing what a couple walks a day, or tossing the ball will do for a young dog Letting them in and out to pee does jack####.

That's why Maggie fits me so perfectly right now laziest shiba you'll ever meet, just wants to be chased around the apartment for play like once a month and enjoys a longer walk than usual maybe once a week. I know my limits

 

[mamatutu]

That has got to be THE dumbest reason to bring a dog to a shelter what did they think a collie would do when it doesn't have a "job"? clearly, that family didn't deserve that poor dog. Glad he got picked up quickly though! It will always continue to baffle me when people go after certain breeds without having done any research.

I know. I agree with you. It was a funny story, but not funny when you think about it for the long run; so to speak. He was so amazing. They show case an animal and he was the one that day. So well behaved and just watching. They let me give him a treat. That was a mistake. Instant love. I hope he went to a good home that will let him be the dog he is meant to be. He was under two, so has a long life ahead of him.

 

[molly_21]

Designer dogs are messing with nature. Yes, there are accidents, but the animals do that on their own. I would never buy from a puppy mill. I was, actually, surprised to see how many full breds are in the shelters. This is interesting. When I was in CAWL the other day, they had a full bred/trained border collie that was awesome; papers and all. He got adopted in no time. I was told he had to be given up because he kept trying to herd the children. I fell in love with him on sight. He wasn't meant to be my dog, but I will continue to look.

Obviously that person did not do their research. I have a Border Collie and my husband had them or other types of herding dogs (Aussies, Collies) and guess what, that is what Border Collies do! My Aussie I have also was given up for the same reason?!?!?

 

[Kyle]

German Longhaired Pointer/Schnauzer - Shaggy-Schnauzer

Bohemian Shepherd/Rat Terrier/Schipperke - Bohemian Ratspperke

Klee Kai/Beagle - Kleegle

 

[DaSDGuy]

Family member had a Doberman that would constantly herd my youngest. It was kinda nice to have a dog around that kept a two year old from running into the street. Yes, they purchased from a breeder. But that dog was the kindest, most loyal animal I've ever been around. We all miss him now, but he was greatly loved his 12 years he was with us. The family member now has a rescue pit mix and she is loved just as much. She won't let the little ones anywhere close to the street when she is on watch and off leash.