Yes, I know all dogs are smelly once or twice without grooming. But I heard that they has a special distinctive doggy odor..is that true?
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Yes. Golden Retrievers ARE one of the breeds of dogs that are more repulsive smelling. Golden Retrivers have glands in their butt that fill with an oilish liquid that are supposed to keep their coats healthy, but if you don't take the dog to the vet or groomer (or figure it out and do it yourself but no one really wants to) to get them released, they can start to really smell. Their coats may get greasy too.
any dog with long coat thats not groomed properly wil lsmell.
I don't think so. I own a golden retriever and she doesn't smell bad. She smells better than most of her other "dog friends" do.
I don't think that's true. I think that their odor is more pronounced because of the long hair, not just that breed. It's just like people, you take a bald guy and a guy with really long hair and don't take a bath everyday, the guy with the long hair is more likely to smell!
not all of the time just when they are really dirty
no in my experience labs are much more. goldes have t=no distinctive odor.
The only odor that I can think of that you're worried about is the anal gland smell. My golden has had to have her anal glands squeezed because there is a build up of really bad smelling liquid that can sometimes come out when she gets excited. That is a very distinct smell.
Golden dont smell any worse then any other dog. All dogs have anal glands that need to be expressed every so often.
All dogs have that dog smell when wet too. If you come across a Golden who really stinks then it the owners fault for not grooming it properly or for not getting it some medical attention!
Monday, May 24, 2010
Are German Shepherds good guard dogs?
hi i wanna know if female german shepherds are good guard dogs. I have a female 17 week old german shepherd i wanna know when she will become more protective and her guarding instincts come about like at what age in her life...Please can neone tell me what age she will become protective...and i will give my dog the best care and love so people dont have to give me any long lectures about dog care just experienced people who know.thank you. Also just as a side question which sex of dog is more aggressive and protective to intruders and strangers?
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I own a 20 month old male GSD so I have a little experience with this. Ours became fully protective of our family around 12-14 months old ( he would bark at strangers to let me know someone was near our home, however if he knew them he would give one small bark and that was it) as to which sex is better at guarding?...it all depends on the dog and there personality. just my opinion, hope it helped.
every dog is different.
if you baby her though, she's not gonna be aggressivve.
don't they have schools for guard dogs?
i'm not really sure. i had one once and it was a really good dog, but we didn't really train it to be a watch dog. i know that they are cute though,but i bet that doesn't help much.
YES!
Imagine an alarm system that travels with you, is not easily inactivated, and interprets what it detects with a brain programmed by nature to read body language. Remember that many violent crimes are perpetrated by people known to their victims. People who are likely to be admitted into your home past your current detection system and then suddenly reveal their violent intent. That sudden change is easily detected and challenged by a well bred and trained dog.
The German Shepherd Dog (GSD) is a versatile working-dog, capable of being trained to perform a wide variety of tasks. GSDs are family pets, police dogs, guide dogs, search and rescue dogs, bomb and drug detection dogs, sheep and cattle herders, hunting companions, guard dogs, obedience champions, avalanche dogs, assistance dogs, show dogs, and more. Regardless of their particular role, GSDs are excellent companions provided they receive the attention, training, and exercise they need and feel useful.
on a personal note, my dad has bread and trained these dogs for over 25 years. Trained for guard dog, drugs, bombs, search and rescue etc. they have even served on the RCMP. These dogs are fantastic for what you are looking for. Good luck :)
We had two dogs, a tiny terrier and a German shepherd. That was a fantastic combination. The terrier heard things before the German Shepherd did and her barking would alert the bigger dog.
Our German Shepherd was very protective. She was an excellent guard dog. Our house was the only house in the street that wasn't burgled. I can't remember how old she was, but it was under a year. Certainly I wouldn't expect anything of your dog before it is full grown. And I don't know that the gender of the dog makes any difference.
What do mean my protective? Of you, your house, your yard?
GSDs are very territorial, if they are not properly trained, you could have a mess on your hands. You would want her to protect you from an intruder, but the not the mail man. Training has to be handled with care.
Many people get GSDs to be a guard dog, and in their training create an unpredictable, aggressive dog. If you want to get the most out of her training, I highly recommend a dog trainer with GSD experience.
In general, males are the more aggressive of the sexes, but every dog is different.
It varies with each dog. But my dog was very protective of me and my mother. No one could get in our yard with it. My dad worked nights and his fellow buddies was trying to scare us one night he bite one of them and the others was to scared to try and come in the yard. So if you train and watch her she will be the same way. I just played around with him and helped by say stay with mommy and protect her. Then my dad would tell him to stay and protect momma and me. He never would leave the porch and go out of the yard after he was told that.
Good Luck
Guard dogs should be handled by professional trainer ONLY.
Since you're asking such elemental questions, you are obviously NOT a professional trainer.
Rule of thumb, an aggressive dog will bite not only bad guys but your grandmother, your neighbor's child, the delivery man, AND YOU.
Why are you so doggoned paranoid - thinking that everyone is out to get you?
What you're asking for is a lawsuit and a lot of heartache.
Dogs are protective from age of about 5 mnths itself until its properly trained best thing is dont have it mingled with street dogs and too many people contact me for more details
My first dog was a belgian Tervueren. She had to be taught to bark and didn't start barking at people ringing the door bell until she was around 6-7 months (and it seemed more like fun to her than actually guarding). Her protection and guard instinct only fully kicked in when she was around two years old. They came automatically, she was never trained or encouraged in this direction. Pure instinct. I have been told that german shepherds mature faster than belgian sheperds, so you will probably notice it a bit earlier.
I've heard some people says that female dogs are more protective and aggressive than male dogs, but I have never observed any real difference myself with the belgian shepherds I've been in contact with. I don't know if it's different with german shepherds.
Remember with this type of dog you need to train the dog to trust your judgement and accept people you have given the thumbs up as friends. Also remember that the dog can't tell the difference between a burglar and your new neighbour.
my mom breeds german sheppard dogs and they are great watch dogs and their bark is out of this world . and she will become protective of you as she gets older . the male is definately more agressive and protective towards a female owner . and you will know when someone does not belong there where you live she or he will definately let you know . good luck and i hope I helped.
German Shepherds are naturally good gaurd dogs,your female will need more training than a male will,but she can be just as aggressive as a male,male dogs such as make shepherds make better gaurds.your female wil start showing some aggression and protectiveness by the time she is around 30 weeks or so.
There is no which sex is more protective or aggressive,if you have a "Alfa dominant" female she will be on top,a male Alfa same thing.When I answered your question regarding whether or not lots of loving will make her a sissy I told you about our 3 GSD's we have right now,2 males and a female.1 male is Alfa,the other is passive,but,the passive one when alone is just as loyal and protective as the other one,just alittle slower upon acting than the other one.My female is Alfa,and she IS the 4 legged ruler/boss/queen on the farm.Another big issue is confidence,if she is confedent in herself she will be all you need.I hope I've been of some help to you.
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I own a 20 month old male GSD so I have a little experience with this. Ours became fully protective of our family around 12-14 months old ( he would bark at strangers to let me know someone was near our home, however if he knew them he would give one small bark and that was it) as to which sex is better at guarding?...it all depends on the dog and there personality. just my opinion, hope it helped.
every dog is different.
if you baby her though, she's not gonna be aggressivve.
don't they have schools for guard dogs?
i'm not really sure. i had one once and it was a really good dog, but we didn't really train it to be a watch dog. i know that they are cute though,but i bet that doesn't help much.
YES!
Imagine an alarm system that travels with you, is not easily inactivated, and interprets what it detects with a brain programmed by nature to read body language. Remember that many violent crimes are perpetrated by people known to their victims. People who are likely to be admitted into your home past your current detection system and then suddenly reveal their violent intent. That sudden change is easily detected and challenged by a well bred and trained dog.
The German Shepherd Dog (GSD) is a versatile working-dog, capable of being trained to perform a wide variety of tasks. GSDs are family pets, police dogs, guide dogs, search and rescue dogs, bomb and drug detection dogs, sheep and cattle herders, hunting companions, guard dogs, obedience champions, avalanche dogs, assistance dogs, show dogs, and more. Regardless of their particular role, GSDs are excellent companions provided they receive the attention, training, and exercise they need and feel useful.
on a personal note, my dad has bread and trained these dogs for over 25 years. Trained for guard dog, drugs, bombs, search and rescue etc. they have even served on the RCMP. These dogs are fantastic for what you are looking for. Good luck :)
We had two dogs, a tiny terrier and a German shepherd. That was a fantastic combination. The terrier heard things before the German Shepherd did and her barking would alert the bigger dog.
Our German Shepherd was very protective. She was an excellent guard dog. Our house was the only house in the street that wasn't burgled. I can't remember how old she was, but it was under a year. Certainly I wouldn't expect anything of your dog before it is full grown. And I don't know that the gender of the dog makes any difference.
What do mean my protective? Of you, your house, your yard?
GSDs are very territorial, if they are not properly trained, you could have a mess on your hands. You would want her to protect you from an intruder, but the not the mail man. Training has to be handled with care.
Many people get GSDs to be a guard dog, and in their training create an unpredictable, aggressive dog. If you want to get the most out of her training, I highly recommend a dog trainer with GSD experience.
In general, males are the more aggressive of the sexes, but every dog is different.
It varies with each dog. But my dog was very protective of me and my mother. No one could get in our yard with it. My dad worked nights and his fellow buddies was trying to scare us one night he bite one of them and the others was to scared to try and come in the yard. So if you train and watch her she will be the same way. I just played around with him and helped by say stay with mommy and protect her. Then my dad would tell him to stay and protect momma and me. He never would leave the porch and go out of the yard after he was told that.
Good Luck
Guard dogs should be handled by professional trainer ONLY.
Since you're asking such elemental questions, you are obviously NOT a professional trainer.
Rule of thumb, an aggressive dog will bite not only bad guys but your grandmother, your neighbor's child, the delivery man, AND YOU.
Why are you so doggoned paranoid - thinking that everyone is out to get you?
What you're asking for is a lawsuit and a lot of heartache.
Dogs are protective from age of about 5 mnths itself until its properly trained best thing is dont have it mingled with street dogs and too many people contact me for more details
My first dog was a belgian Tervueren. She had to be taught to bark and didn't start barking at people ringing the door bell until she was around 6-7 months (and it seemed more like fun to her than actually guarding). Her protection and guard instinct only fully kicked in when she was around two years old. They came automatically, she was never trained or encouraged in this direction. Pure instinct. I have been told that german shepherds mature faster than belgian sheperds, so you will probably notice it a bit earlier.
I've heard some people says that female dogs are more protective and aggressive than male dogs, but I have never observed any real difference myself with the belgian shepherds I've been in contact with. I don't know if it's different with german shepherds.
Remember with this type of dog you need to train the dog to trust your judgement and accept people you have given the thumbs up as friends. Also remember that the dog can't tell the difference between a burglar and your new neighbour.
my mom breeds german sheppard dogs and they are great watch dogs and their bark is out of this world . and she will become protective of you as she gets older . the male is definately more agressive and protective towards a female owner . and you will know when someone does not belong there where you live she or he will definately let you know . good luck and i hope I helped.
German Shepherds are naturally good gaurd dogs,your female will need more training than a male will,but she can be just as aggressive as a male,male dogs such as make shepherds make better gaurds.your female wil start showing some aggression and protectiveness by the time she is around 30 weeks or so.
There is no which sex is more protective or aggressive,if you have a "Alfa dominant" female she will be on top,a male Alfa same thing.When I answered your question regarding whether or not lots of loving will make her a sissy I told you about our 3 GSD's we have right now,2 males and a female.1 male is Alfa,the other is passive,but,the passive one when alone is just as loyal and protective as the other one,just alittle slower upon acting than the other one.My female is Alfa,and she IS the 4 legged ruler/boss/queen on the farm.Another big issue is confidence,if she is confedent in herself she will be all you need.I hope I've been of some help to you.
Are german shepherds good dogs?
are they a good dog to have? if ur a single female what age is it best to buy a dog? what great traits do they have and like loyalness and protectivness?
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German shepherds are great dogs. If you're a single female and you work full time it may be best to adopt an older (2+ years) dog. Regardless of what age dog you get, obedience training is a must. German shepherds are smart dogs and need a confident, consistent leader...obedience training teaches you how to be a leader and is a great bonding experience.
Puppies take a lot of time and this is a breed that NEEDS a lot of socialization to prevent problems later in life. Many of the shepherds available in the US don't have as great a temperament as people would like (their popularity has led to overbreeding and too many breeders putting two "pretty" dogs together without thinking about temperament which can often result in fearful, timid, or unstable dogs). Even dogs with great temperament need early socialization to prevent agression/overprotectiveness as adults. Being a single female, your situation could change fairly quickly (boyfriend/husband, kids, moving for school or work, etc) and you will want a well socialized dog who can also adjust to the inevitable changes in your lifestyle that lie ahead. If you don't have the time to put a puppy out every 2-3 hours (potty training, for the first few months the puppy usually won't be able to hold it for 8 hours) and introduce the pup to people of all ages, races, and mental/physical abilities (socialization...if a dog isn't introduced to many novel situations/people/places as a puppy they are likely to be afraid of unfamiliar things as an adult) then don't get a puppy. Adult dogs are already housetrained, are past the puppy chewing stage, have established temperaments, and may even come with some prior basic training.
German shepherds are often very willing to please their owners (although I have met a few who could care less...and all dogs are butheads and like to challenge the rules when they reach adolescence, that's why there are so many 1-2 year old dogs in rescue) and are usually fairly easy to train. However, they are smart and will quickly have YOU trained if you aren't careful! Because they were often required to work closely with their handlers they usually aren't big on wandering and like to work closely with their owner/handlers (I guess this is what most people choose to interpret as "loyalty"). They can be protective to a fault...which is one of the many reasons that early socialization is very important for this breed. Sometimes they can be barky...although this is usually more of a problem if they are left to be outside dogs. My two are both inside dogs and although they will bark if someone comes in or knocks on our door they aren't usually big on barking at people on the street. Another common problem is joint diseases like hip dysplasia, which can be crippling if it is severe. Because they are prone to joint problems it is very important to watch their food intake and make sure that they are not allowed to become overweight.
They are very loyal, intelligent, easily trained, sweet, and passionate. They are used as K-9 units for the police, and just about every special use you can get out of a dog, they use German Shepherds for. It's one of the best dogs you can get.
I have a german shepherd and collie mix- He is 10 now and a wonderful dog- very vocal though.
German Shepherds are really great dogs. The are loyal and protective. But, they need some outside time. Plenty of exersize. For their size, they make a great choice.
yes very! i have a german shepard, they r very protective, %26 extremly loyal, if i were u i'd get one now!
German shepards are huge dogs and they shed a lot. They are very loyal and trainable, plus can be aggressive if needed, which is great if you are a single lady. They are great with families too. Very intelligent. If you have the room for one, they are a great breed. They need walking and a yard to play in for sure. They also thrive when they are given "jobs' and "tasks" so spend time with obedience and training and they will be a great and well-adjusted dog. My dog is actually a Shepard mix, so she is smaller (still 65 pounds! but smaller than the typical Shepard, they can get to around 100 pounds) and she also has many traits of the shepard. So my suggestion is to atttend lots of pet adoption events and try and meet some shepard mixes. IF you are set on a pure bred one, visit online a rescue. Just do a search and type in "german shepard rescue" and then the name of your state to find one in your area. Always Adopt!
I suggest getting one that is at least 2 or 3 years old so you do not have to train it to go outside or simple commands.but if you want a puppy make sure you have the time energy and money to properly raise him/her up!
very smart dogs! loyal !loveing and great dog overall
My dog is a German Shephard/Black Lab mix. She has the best personality of any pet I've ever owned. She only barks when she feels that we or she is threatened. She's very personable, loyal, intellegent, obedient, etc. I would have to say that the only problem I have is that in the summer, she sheds her undercoat... that's something that G. Shep. have. I just brush her every day, vacuum the floor everyday, and take her to the groomer every once in awhile (they can suck most of the undercoat out). That makes it managable. I'd say that if you're wanting one, go for it!
Good things about: They are very loyal, easy to train, and love to play. They are very protective. They are very eager to please and will learn just about anything if you have the time to teach them.
Things to think about.They do shed a lot so daily brushing is a must. They are very active dogs so they need daily exercise and stimulation. Good walks, or trips to the dog park are great for this.
They do get to be pretty good sized to make sure you have plenty of room for them.
German Shephards are great dogs. They have many admirable traits. Extremely smart and loyal they will give you a lifetime of joy and companionship. ALWAYS get a dog when they are a pup, always remember you are the pack leader. A pup will want to make you happy and want to see you happy. Dogs get nervous when their humans are not thier normal selves. Always spend as much time with your dog as posible. When your dog does something you approve of let them know with joyous praise ( I call it kissing thier *** but it works). All a dog really wants is to be loved and know everything is O.K. Good Luck!!!
Answers:
German shepherds are great dogs. If you're a single female and you work full time it may be best to adopt an older (2+ years) dog. Regardless of what age dog you get, obedience training is a must. German shepherds are smart dogs and need a confident, consistent leader...obedience training teaches you how to be a leader and is a great bonding experience.
Puppies take a lot of time and this is a breed that NEEDS a lot of socialization to prevent problems later in life. Many of the shepherds available in the US don't have as great a temperament as people would like (their popularity has led to overbreeding and too many breeders putting two "pretty" dogs together without thinking about temperament which can often result in fearful, timid, or unstable dogs). Even dogs with great temperament need early socialization to prevent agression/overprotectiveness as adults. Being a single female, your situation could change fairly quickly (boyfriend/husband, kids, moving for school or work, etc) and you will want a well socialized dog who can also adjust to the inevitable changes in your lifestyle that lie ahead. If you don't have the time to put a puppy out every 2-3 hours (potty training, for the first few months the puppy usually won't be able to hold it for 8 hours) and introduce the pup to people of all ages, races, and mental/physical abilities (socialization...if a dog isn't introduced to many novel situations/people/places as a puppy they are likely to be afraid of unfamiliar things as an adult) then don't get a puppy. Adult dogs are already housetrained, are past the puppy chewing stage, have established temperaments, and may even come with some prior basic training.
German shepherds are often very willing to please their owners (although I have met a few who could care less...and all dogs are butheads and like to challenge the rules when they reach adolescence, that's why there are so many 1-2 year old dogs in rescue) and are usually fairly easy to train. However, they are smart and will quickly have YOU trained if you aren't careful! Because they were often required to work closely with their handlers they usually aren't big on wandering and like to work closely with their owner/handlers (I guess this is what most people choose to interpret as "loyalty"). They can be protective to a fault...which is one of the many reasons that early socialization is very important for this breed. Sometimes they can be barky...although this is usually more of a problem if they are left to be outside dogs. My two are both inside dogs and although they will bark if someone comes in or knocks on our door they aren't usually big on barking at people on the street. Another common problem is joint diseases like hip dysplasia, which can be crippling if it is severe. Because they are prone to joint problems it is very important to watch their food intake and make sure that they are not allowed to become overweight.
They are very loyal, intelligent, easily trained, sweet, and passionate. They are used as K-9 units for the police, and just about every special use you can get out of a dog, they use German Shepherds for. It's one of the best dogs you can get.
I have a german shepherd and collie mix- He is 10 now and a wonderful dog- very vocal though.
German Shepherds are really great dogs. The are loyal and protective. But, they need some outside time. Plenty of exersize. For their size, they make a great choice.
yes very! i have a german shepard, they r very protective, %26 extremly loyal, if i were u i'd get one now!
German shepards are huge dogs and they shed a lot. They are very loyal and trainable, plus can be aggressive if needed, which is great if you are a single lady. They are great with families too. Very intelligent. If you have the room for one, they are a great breed. They need walking and a yard to play in for sure. They also thrive when they are given "jobs' and "tasks" so spend time with obedience and training and they will be a great and well-adjusted dog. My dog is actually a Shepard mix, so she is smaller (still 65 pounds! but smaller than the typical Shepard, they can get to around 100 pounds) and she also has many traits of the shepard. So my suggestion is to atttend lots of pet adoption events and try and meet some shepard mixes. IF you are set on a pure bred one, visit online a rescue. Just do a search and type in "german shepard rescue" and then the name of your state to find one in your area. Always Adopt!
I suggest getting one that is at least 2 or 3 years old so you do not have to train it to go outside or simple commands.but if you want a puppy make sure you have the time energy and money to properly raise him/her up!
very smart dogs! loyal !loveing and great dog overall
My dog is a German Shephard/Black Lab mix. She has the best personality of any pet I've ever owned. She only barks when she feels that we or she is threatened. She's very personable, loyal, intellegent, obedient, etc. I would have to say that the only problem I have is that in the summer, she sheds her undercoat... that's something that G. Shep. have. I just brush her every day, vacuum the floor everyday, and take her to the groomer every once in awhile (they can suck most of the undercoat out). That makes it managable. I'd say that if you're wanting one, go for it!
Good things about: They are very loyal, easy to train, and love to play. They are very protective. They are very eager to please and will learn just about anything if you have the time to teach them.
Things to think about.They do shed a lot so daily brushing is a must. They are very active dogs so they need daily exercise and stimulation. Good walks, or trips to the dog park are great for this.
They do get to be pretty good sized to make sure you have plenty of room for them.
German Shephards are great dogs. They have many admirable traits. Extremely smart and loyal they will give you a lifetime of joy and companionship. ALWAYS get a dog when they are a pup, always remember you are the pack leader. A pup will want to make you happy and want to see you happy. Dogs get nervous when their humans are not thier normal selves. Always spend as much time with your dog as posible. When your dog does something you approve of let them know with joyous praise ( I call it kissing thier *** but it works). All a dog really wants is to be loved and know everything is O.K. Good Luck!!!
Are Figs bad for dogs?
i have a fig tree in my backyard, and discovered my dog just ate a fig. Im not sure if figs are healthy for dogs.
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Fruits and vegetables are good for animals just like they are good for us. Of course to many will cause pooping problems just like with us too.
hi, you didnt have any answers yet, so i googled it for you. hope this info is accurate and good luck to you and your poochie pie
http://pyrmont.tripod.com/k9.html...
It won't hurt him to eat figs.
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Fruits and vegetables are good for animals just like they are good for us. Of course to many will cause pooping problems just like with us too.
hi, you didnt have any answers yet, so i googled it for you. hope this info is accurate and good luck to you and your poochie pie
http://pyrmont.tripod.com/k9.html...
It won't hurt him to eat figs.
Are female dogs better than male dogs or are males better?
like are male dogs more aggresive or females?
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In my own experience, females have been more aggressive.
Males are 'generally' more stable with children...Females are more moody..
But..Which is better? Hmmm.. I like the independence of females, and love the sweetness of the males.. I guess that is why I have so many of both!
There are so many exceptions to my observations about the females. I have now, and have had several females that were absolutely wonderful with kids of any age, but the only ones that I have had that were NOT great with kids were female. (of many breeds, large and toy, rescued and homebred)
no, it makes no difference.
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it makes no difference only difference is females can get pregnant and males can't. both can be dominate, both can be submissive. Just basically depends on how they are raised and controlled in a pack (u and your dog or dogs.)
My experience with dogs has been the same as chetco, I concur with what they said, just depends on what traits you are looking for.
I should add that is with well-treated dogs.
What breed are you talking about?
I wouldn't say males or females are more aggressive than the other. Intact males can be male dog aggressive.
Any dog male or female can be aggressive with other dogs if not socialized around other dogs.
Any dog male or female can be aggressive towards people if it is encourage, or allowed, or the dog is not socialized, or from good breeding..
This question is too vague.. Are your dogs intact or spayed/neutered. Are you talking aggression towards people, or other dogs, or aggressive towards small animals or kids or what.. what kind of dog...
Any dog of any breed, male or female could and will be aggressive if not from quality breeding, and not well socialized.. or left tied up, a dog that is always kenneled etc.
I myself prefer the females.. They are more independant and have more spunk.. Males tend to be sweeter and kissy, and stay playful and young, don't mature as quick... When it comes to aggressive.. I think I am more aggressive than my dogs :)
Females tend to period and mess up the floor
Also they can get preggaz
mostly male dogs are more aggresive than female dogs
personally I prefer Male dogs, female dogs will go into heat and are very messy during that time ( female wise) .Dogs are aggressive depending on there breed, i own a Labrador and hes great.. also neutering and spading (i think that's how you spell it) your animal helps to decrease the aggressiveness. good luck in choosing the right dog. peace to you..
It depends on the breed. Like with poodles they males are more like what can they do for you and the females are more like what can you do for me.Like I said it depends on the type of dog
It all depends on the dog's personality. Male or female they can be agreesive or the sweetest dogs you've ever ran into.
Dogs are little people.
Female dogs are commonly more aggresive then male dogs. But there are some other dogs that female dogs are better, so it depends on which breed you get and its own temperament.
It all depends on how you train your dog! females are usually smaller. if you are looking to get a second dog, try and get the opposite sex, as males tend to get agressive with other males. But any dog can be great, just make sure you socilize it.
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In my own experience, females have been more aggressive.
Males are 'generally' more stable with children...Females are more moody..
But..Which is better? Hmmm.. I like the independence of females, and love the sweetness of the males.. I guess that is why I have so many of both!
There are so many exceptions to my observations about the females. I have now, and have had several females that were absolutely wonderful with kids of any age, but the only ones that I have had that were NOT great with kids were female. (of many breeds, large and toy, rescued and homebred)
no, it makes no difference.
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it makes no difference only difference is females can get pregnant and males can't. both can be dominate, both can be submissive. Just basically depends on how they are raised and controlled in a pack (u and your dog or dogs.)
My experience with dogs has been the same as chetco, I concur with what they said, just depends on what traits you are looking for.
I should add that is with well-treated dogs.
What breed are you talking about?
I wouldn't say males or females are more aggressive than the other. Intact males can be male dog aggressive.
Any dog male or female can be aggressive with other dogs if not socialized around other dogs.
Any dog male or female can be aggressive towards people if it is encourage, or allowed, or the dog is not socialized, or from good breeding..
This question is too vague.. Are your dogs intact or spayed/neutered. Are you talking aggression towards people, or other dogs, or aggressive towards small animals or kids or what.. what kind of dog...
Any dog of any breed, male or female could and will be aggressive if not from quality breeding, and not well socialized.. or left tied up, a dog that is always kenneled etc.
I myself prefer the females.. They are more independant and have more spunk.. Males tend to be sweeter and kissy, and stay playful and young, don't mature as quick... When it comes to aggressive.. I think I am more aggressive than my dogs :)
Females tend to period and mess up the floor
Also they can get preggaz
mostly male dogs are more aggresive than female dogs
personally I prefer Male dogs, female dogs will go into heat and are very messy during that time ( female wise) .Dogs are aggressive depending on there breed, i own a Labrador and hes great.. also neutering and spading (i think that's how you spell it) your animal helps to decrease the aggressiveness. good luck in choosing the right dog. peace to you..
It depends on the breed. Like with poodles they males are more like what can they do for you and the females are more like what can you do for me.Like I said it depends on the type of dog
It all depends on the dog's personality. Male or female they can be agreesive or the sweetest dogs you've ever ran into.
Dogs are little people.
Female dogs are commonly more aggresive then male dogs. But there are some other dogs that female dogs are better, so it depends on which breed you get and its own temperament.
It all depends on how you train your dog! females are usually smaller. if you are looking to get a second dog, try and get the opposite sex, as males tend to get agressive with other males. But any dog can be great, just make sure you socilize it.
Are english staffordshire bull terriors banned anywhere in michigan?
Where can i find out?
P.S. An english staffy is not a pit bull so please dont compare them as the same.
Answers:
Yes it is banned it falls under the generic term "pit bull"
Pit Bull is not a breed .... It is a classification of a group of breeds which include American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the American Pit Bull Terrier and mixes thereof which represent banned breeds under BSL
From this link here
http://www.pbrc.net/faq.html
I live in Ontario where there is a pitbull ban where basically anything that look like or is a mix of a bully breed is banned,
dog owners that had were allowed to keep but they all had to be registered, neutered and microchipped, failure to do so meant authorities could seize and destroy, nobody visiting the province is allowed to bring a bully breed or mix of into the province
Here is the info on where they are banned within Michigan
http://www.understand-a-bull.com/bsl/loc...
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What's the difference between an (American) Staffordshire Terrier and a Staffordshire Bull Terrier, (English) Bull Terrier or Pit Bull Terrier?
Some eight or nine varieties of dogs come within the general classification of Bull Breeds. Although all lay claim to the Bulldog as a common ancestor, there are physical differences that make each distinct from the other:
Size - The American Staffordshire Terrier is a much larger, leggier dog - often twice the size of a Staffordshire Bull Terrier! The Bull Terrier standard does not include size restrictions and dogs from 35 to 100 pounds have been seen. However, the breed generally weighs in between 40 and 55 pounds, making it larger then the Stafford. Pit Bull Terriers also range widely in size; the early breeders preferred a smaller dog the size of a Stafford and today the American Pit Bull Terriers which are registered and exhibited seem to run on the smaller side. Others, dually registered as American Staffordshire Terriers with the AKC (Pit Bull with UKC) are larger.
Ears - The American Staffordshire Terrier is exhibited in the United States with cropped ears, as are some Pit Bull Terriers. The ears of the Bull Terrier are naturally erect and supposed to be thin and erect. Erect(or prick) ears are a serious fault in Staffords, whose ears should be "rose" (like those of an English Bulldog) or half-pricked.
Head - The heads of American Staffordshire Terriers, Pit Bulls and Staffordshire Bull Terriers are similar, although the cheek muscles on most Staffords seem to be more pronounced, and the head deeper through. The head of the Bull Terrier is entirely different. When viewed in profile, it resembles an egg turned on its side and is much longer than that of the Stafford. The cheeks of a Bull Terrier are not pronounced.
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a small group of pit bull fanciers decided that their "Grand Old Breed" needed full American Kennel Club recognition in order to distance itself from its baiting/fighting heritage. A standard was drawn up and application made to the AKC. [John Colby's dog "Primo" was one of the dogs used to formulate the AKC standard, and Primo's picture illustrated the idea of perfection for many years. Those wanting to know what a real American Staffordshire is supposed to look like should study a picture of Primo.]
The dogs were accepted, but the AKC would not allow the word "pit" in the name, and so the rather dubious designation of Staffordshire "terrier" was chosen. Only the AKC could come up with a name like that! Staffordshire was a place in England noted for its harsh way of life and its fighting animals, however, it could hardly claim to be the place of origin. And placing this bulldog in the terrier group was simply ludicrous. Terriers, named for the Latin "terra" meaning earth, are smallish dogs which "go to ground" after small prey. They are noted for their quick tempers and sharp intelligence. True terriers are "hand spannable", meaning a man can grasp the dog behind its shoulders and have his fingers touch. Dogs larger than this are of doubtful use in ground work. To consider a breed which has always worked above ground, whose original purpose was the gripping of large wild game, then later wayward bulls, and then later still combat with a variety of animals, a "terrier" defies explanation.
The word "American" was added to the name of this very British breed in the 1970's when pit bulls began being imported to the US under the name Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Most registries simply lumped the two dogs together, since they were the same breed. The AKC and UKC did for many years. Yet the two lines of the same breed had changed in some important physical ways. The pit bulls developed in the UK after the turn of the century had been bred strictly for show and pet. Emphasis had been put on a stocky, "bully" look and small size. Top weight for the breed was 35 pounds - in reality the bottom weight for most pit bulls. Because of these differences, the AKC created two breeds where before their had been one (this has been done several times, as with the Norwich and Norfolk terrier to name one example). Because of this division of the same dog, there were now three distinct "breeds" all originating from the good ol' pit bulldog. The American pit bull terrier as registered by the ADBA and UKC, the American Staffordshire as registered by the American Kennel Club (and by the UKC, but as an American pit bull terrier) and the Staffordshire bull terrier as registered by the AKC and now the UKC. For further clarification on these three lines of dog, http://www.workingpitbull.com/history.ht...
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So your staffy is technically a showring pitbull
As far as I know, staffies aren't usually on the banned list, but that doesn't mean that stupid people won't cry "pit-bull"
I love staffies, but make sure you are prepared for everyone to call it a pit-bull and run away screaming. Staffies are sweetie pies.
Okay...they aren't the same, but they are very similar - you should probably stop putting that at the end of every post. It seems like you're being extremely defensive, and for no good reason. There's absolutely nothing wrong with a pit, they have nearly the same personality as a staffy [NOT an english staffy, there's no such thing - you should educate yourself on the breed before you start to defend it] and they look exactly alike, other than the staffy is typically shorter and stockier, with a wider head.
Get. Over. It.
You're going to offend some people on here - there's a lot of pit lovers.
I personally dont know if they are banned over there but the reason im on here is if there is no such thing as an english staffordshire bull terrier then what the hell is my dog!
was sold to me by a registered breeder as an english staffy, so if they dont exist and theres no such thing how could i buy one??
FYI all the people debating the name of the breed - true they are just plain staffies over here, but in the US they are registered as English Staffs. Hence the confusion. It is the same dog, but different variations on the name.
I wouldn't have thought staffs would be banned anywhere, other than being a bit boisterous they are extremely friendly dogs on the whole, and known for being great with children.
P.S. An english staffy is not a pit bull so please dont compare them as the same.
Answers:
Yes it is banned it falls under the generic term "pit bull"
Pit Bull is not a breed .... It is a classification of a group of breeds which include American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the American Pit Bull Terrier and mixes thereof which represent banned breeds under BSL
From this link here
http://www.pbrc.net/faq.html
I live in Ontario where there is a pitbull ban where basically anything that look like or is a mix of a bully breed is banned,
dog owners that had were allowed to keep but they all had to be registered, neutered and microchipped, failure to do so meant authorities could seize and destroy, nobody visiting the province is allowed to bring a bully breed or mix of into the province
Here is the info on where they are banned within Michigan
http://www.understand-a-bull.com/bsl/loc...
******************
What's the difference between an (American) Staffordshire Terrier and a Staffordshire Bull Terrier, (English) Bull Terrier or Pit Bull Terrier?
Some eight or nine varieties of dogs come within the general classification of Bull Breeds. Although all lay claim to the Bulldog as a common ancestor, there are physical differences that make each distinct from the other:
Size - The American Staffordshire Terrier is a much larger, leggier dog - often twice the size of a Staffordshire Bull Terrier! The Bull Terrier standard does not include size restrictions and dogs from 35 to 100 pounds have been seen. However, the breed generally weighs in between 40 and 55 pounds, making it larger then the Stafford. Pit Bull Terriers also range widely in size; the early breeders preferred a smaller dog the size of a Stafford and today the American Pit Bull Terriers which are registered and exhibited seem to run on the smaller side. Others, dually registered as American Staffordshire Terriers with the AKC (Pit Bull with UKC) are larger.
Ears - The American Staffordshire Terrier is exhibited in the United States with cropped ears, as are some Pit Bull Terriers. The ears of the Bull Terrier are naturally erect and supposed to be thin and erect. Erect(or prick) ears are a serious fault in Staffords, whose ears should be "rose" (like those of an English Bulldog) or half-pricked.
Head - The heads of American Staffordshire Terriers, Pit Bulls and Staffordshire Bull Terriers are similar, although the cheek muscles on most Staffords seem to be more pronounced, and the head deeper through. The head of the Bull Terrier is entirely different. When viewed in profile, it resembles an egg turned on its side and is much longer than that of the Stafford. The cheeks of a Bull Terrier are not pronounced.
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a small group of pit bull fanciers decided that their "Grand Old Breed" needed full American Kennel Club recognition in order to distance itself from its baiting/fighting heritage. A standard was drawn up and application made to the AKC. [John Colby's dog "Primo" was one of the dogs used to formulate the AKC standard, and Primo's picture illustrated the idea of perfection for many years. Those wanting to know what a real American Staffordshire is supposed to look like should study a picture of Primo.]
The dogs were accepted, but the AKC would not allow the word "pit" in the name, and so the rather dubious designation of Staffordshire "terrier" was chosen. Only the AKC could come up with a name like that! Staffordshire was a place in England noted for its harsh way of life and its fighting animals, however, it could hardly claim to be the place of origin. And placing this bulldog in the terrier group was simply ludicrous. Terriers, named for the Latin "terra" meaning earth, are smallish dogs which "go to ground" after small prey. They are noted for their quick tempers and sharp intelligence. True terriers are "hand spannable", meaning a man can grasp the dog behind its shoulders and have his fingers touch. Dogs larger than this are of doubtful use in ground work. To consider a breed which has always worked above ground, whose original purpose was the gripping of large wild game, then later wayward bulls, and then later still combat with a variety of animals, a "terrier" defies explanation.
The word "American" was added to the name of this very British breed in the 1970's when pit bulls began being imported to the US under the name Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Most registries simply lumped the two dogs together, since they were the same breed. The AKC and UKC did for many years. Yet the two lines of the same breed had changed in some important physical ways. The pit bulls developed in the UK after the turn of the century had been bred strictly for show and pet. Emphasis had been put on a stocky, "bully" look and small size. Top weight for the breed was 35 pounds - in reality the bottom weight for most pit bulls. Because of these differences, the AKC created two breeds where before their had been one (this has been done several times, as with the Norwich and Norfolk terrier to name one example). Because of this division of the same dog, there were now three distinct "breeds" all originating from the good ol' pit bulldog. The American pit bull terrier as registered by the ADBA and UKC, the American Staffordshire as registered by the American Kennel Club (and by the UKC, but as an American pit bull terrier) and the Staffordshire bull terrier as registered by the AKC and now the UKC. For further clarification on these three lines of dog, http://www.workingpitbull.com/history.ht...
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So your staffy is technically a showring pitbull
As far as I know, staffies aren't usually on the banned list, but that doesn't mean that stupid people won't cry "pit-bull"
I love staffies, but make sure you are prepared for everyone to call it a pit-bull and run away screaming. Staffies are sweetie pies.
Okay...they aren't the same, but they are very similar - you should probably stop putting that at the end of every post. It seems like you're being extremely defensive, and for no good reason. There's absolutely nothing wrong with a pit, they have nearly the same personality as a staffy [NOT an english staffy, there's no such thing - you should educate yourself on the breed before you start to defend it] and they look exactly alike, other than the staffy is typically shorter and stockier, with a wider head.
Get. Over. It.
You're going to offend some people on here - there's a lot of pit lovers.
I personally dont know if they are banned over there but the reason im on here is if there is no such thing as an english staffordshire bull terrier then what the hell is my dog!
was sold to me by a registered breeder as an english staffy, so if they dont exist and theres no such thing how could i buy one??
FYI all the people debating the name of the breed - true they are just plain staffies over here, but in the US they are registered as English Staffs. Hence the confusion. It is the same dog, but different variations on the name.
I wouldn't have thought staffs would be banned anywhere, other than being a bit boisterous they are extremely friendly dogs on the whole, and known for being great with children.
Are English Bulldogs particularly slobbery?
Are they the kind of dog that drools or if their closed mouth touches anything (pants, furniture) they get that foamy spit all over it?
Answers:
The english bulldog in america today is actually the result of mixing a Pit Bull type dog and a Pug together.
Do to the irregular face of the pug face, the english bulldogs are prone to breathing problems, eye infections/problems, eye scratches and dislodgement, skin infections in the folds (usually a yeast/fungus infections) and lips of the mouth that do not fully close. This will cause a considerable amount of drool in some of the dogs from this breed.
The english bulldog now suffers from a breeding program where looks outweigh the health and many dogs suffer from genetic health problems. Average life span is 8 to 10 years.
Yes they are. They have a very wet mouth and there really isn't alot to do about it.
Yes and they are extremely hard headed and hard to move out of the way. A 70 lb lab is much easier to deal with than a 70 lb english. I have one next door that they are keeping for someone that moved to Fl and it was too cold to fly the dog down they are always yelling at this dog. I think he is a riot he pokes his huge head through the fence and you can't push him back.
Sometimes.. some breeds are known for this, but really it all depends on each individual dog. I have 2 St.Bernards, one is a dry mouth and one's a wet mouth, the thing is both parents of my younger one is a dry mouth, so it just depends on the dog itself.
Sometimes they do, but does depend upon the dog and the shape of their mouth. I have a four month old English bulldog who only dribbles and drools when he drinks his water but other than that he doesn't drool at all. The breeder where I got him from has a few bulldog one whose bottom lip really drops down and she dribbles and drools a lot. So really it does depend upon the dog.
I have two "olde" english bulldogs and one drools a bit more then the other but in general mine are not "drooly" dogs, it comes in spurts, mainly when they drink water.. but for that I get a paper towel and wipe there mouths..
Answers:
The english bulldog in america today is actually the result of mixing a Pit Bull type dog and a Pug together.
Do to the irregular face of the pug face, the english bulldogs are prone to breathing problems, eye infections/problems, eye scratches and dislodgement, skin infections in the folds (usually a yeast/fungus infections) and lips of the mouth that do not fully close. This will cause a considerable amount of drool in some of the dogs from this breed.
The english bulldog now suffers from a breeding program where looks outweigh the health and many dogs suffer from genetic health problems. Average life span is 8 to 10 years.
Yes they are. They have a very wet mouth and there really isn't alot to do about it.
Yes and they are extremely hard headed and hard to move out of the way. A 70 lb lab is much easier to deal with than a 70 lb english. I have one next door that they are keeping for someone that moved to Fl and it was too cold to fly the dog down they are always yelling at this dog. I think he is a riot he pokes his huge head through the fence and you can't push him back.
Sometimes.. some breeds are known for this, but really it all depends on each individual dog. I have 2 St.Bernards, one is a dry mouth and one's a wet mouth, the thing is both parents of my younger one is a dry mouth, so it just depends on the dog itself.
Sometimes they do, but does depend upon the dog and the shape of their mouth. I have a four month old English bulldog who only dribbles and drools when he drinks his water but other than that he doesn't drool at all. The breeder where I got him from has a few bulldog one whose bottom lip really drops down and she dribbles and drools a lot. So really it does depend upon the dog.
I have two "olde" english bulldogs and one drools a bit more then the other but in general mine are not "drooly" dogs, it comes in spurts, mainly when they drink water.. but for that I get a paper towel and wipe there mouths..
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