Alty does your offer still stand?

AuntSwee · May 18, 2009, 02:05 AM

Hi this Aunt Swee I am asking if you would still be willing to help me find a mature dog to round out my family?

greatdanelover3 · May 21, 2009, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Altenweg

True, but I do find that it depends on whether they are brought up with kids, not added to the mix when kids are already present, much like German Shepherds.

I do believe that any dog can adapt to a home with children, but the OP wants an older dog, so a doxie probably isn't the best fit, unless of course that doxie has been raised with children present. .

German shepherd are a very tolerant breed and train easily, at least all the ones I have worked with are and do. You just have to stimulate their mind and keep them busy!
But if she looking to adopt a dog for the kids I would suggest taking the kids with her to look at the dogs and interact with them.You can never be sure of a dogs history when they are at a shelter, so you will never really know if they are brought up with kids So bring the kids to see which dog shows the interest in them and plays more. Most of the time the dogs pick the people!

Altenweg · May 21, 2009, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by greatdanelover3

German shepherd are a very tolerant breed and train easily, at least all the ones I have worked with are and do. You just have to stimulate their mind and keep them busy!
But if she looking to adopt a dog for the kids I would suggest taking the kids with her to look at the dogs and interact with them.You can never be sure of a dogs history when they are at a shelter, so you will never really know if they are brought up with kids So bring the kids to see which dog shows the interest in them and plays more. Most of the time the dogs pick the people!

True, but from what she wrote they aren't her kids, just kids that are over at her house alot and will interact with the dog.

One great feature the shelter in Edmonton has is a grading system for the dogs that are admitted. They will list whether the dog is suitable for children and if so, what age group. They also list the temperment of the dog, the energy level and what a potential owner needs to know before considering that specific dog. It's great, helps people make an informed decision.

I love German shepherds, but I have to say I've had bad luck with them. I've never owned one, but all three times I've ever been bitten it was by a German Shepherd.

Shaz just lost one of her bunnies to a German Shepherd. It came into her yard and killed her bunny, almost got both of them.

I love the breed but I have to say that I am cautious around them.

greatdanelover3 · May 21, 2009, 11:57 AM

Oh thats great that the shelter does that. I had adpoted a husky from a shelter who not to my knowledge was men aggressive and didnt like to have its collar grabbed. I had him one night and he bit me, cause i went to put a leash on to take him outside to go potty. I had to get two stitches!
I agree shepherds are not a breed for everyone because they are a one family dog and need GOOD training. But however I have been bitten but other breeds and I never hold it agianst the breed, just the dog!

Altenweg · May 21, 2009, 12:01 PM

So true. I still love German shepherds, but I don't think I'd ever own one and I have to admit, I am weary around them, too many bad incidents.

AuntSwee · Jul 2, 2009, 11:47 AM

Sorry I haven't been around for awhile. I had some emergencies come up. I hate it when life happens. A friend of mine wants me to get more help with my seizures. I did great having Buddy around poor little Annie has been having major health problems of her own. She is all better now. The vet said I was a great mommy as her health for being 14 is really good. Foxtails and yeast infections are minor compared to an over weight and spoiled dog. I could not beleive how many people don't realize that they are suppose to be the Alpha not the dog. There were some many dogs at the vet office that were younger than Annie and in very bad shape because thier owners just loved them to much. Sorry this got so long. I am having a problem with my husband as he doesn't want anymore dogs AT ALL.



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