Veronica's Mom
Posted : 12/6/2010 6:08:16 AM
1. Which breed is your "heart" breed?
Bully breeds - APBT, AmStaff
2. Conformation or Working "show"?
Conformation
3. Small breeds or larger breeds?
Medium
4. Male or Female?
Female
5. On leash or off leash?
Given that bully breeds tend to not do well with other dogs; definitley on - unless we are in a controlled environment with known dogs - like agility class. However we only have 1 class where there are no barriers at all between the dog running and the other leashed dogs. My girl is not dog aggressive; but she is very reactive driven by fear and insecurity around other dogs. It looks exactly like dog aggression minus the actual attacking and biting. For those walking their dogs off leash; I would hope that they are trained to not approach other dogs without an invitation. I have had some scary experiences out walking my leashed dog in public, with unleashed dogs running right up to her - while I'm clicking and treating and yelling to the other owner "She's not really good with other dogs, please get your dog"!!!!!! If she were truely dog aggressive vs. merely reactive...we could have had some major problems.
6. Working breeds or "pet" breeds?
I have always had dogs as pets. When I got my current dog 4 years ago I started doing formal training, agility & rally obedience; but am not super serious about. Would like to compete and probably will at some point, but I can't see myself driving several hours and hanging around all day at a dog show either.
7. Long coat or short coat?
Short
8. Fetch or long nap?
Both
9. Family member or beloved pet?
Family member
10. Dry kibble or canned food?
Kibble with lots of healthy people food for training treats.