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re: high energy dog breed question
Posted on 4/28/12 at 12:05 pm to Dribble
Posted on 4/28/12 at 12:05 pm to Dribble
haha, i figured... well im definitely going to have to do my research... also what book would you recommend for training a dog? i need to read up on proper training.. the dog will not be used for hunting.. just basic training. sit, stay, heal the necessities
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Posted on 4/28/12 at 12:06 pm to Dribble
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Also, they need to be mentally stimulated and being out and about is perfect for that. They want tasks to do and respond well when given one are able to complete it.
that sounds perfect... my grandad had a GSD growing up.. loved playing with that dog
Posted on 4/28/12 at 12:11 pm to Wooly
GSD=german sherpard.
what does the "D" stand for?
what does the "D" stand for?
Posted on 4/28/12 at 12:16 pm to nhassl1
quote:Dog
what does the "D" stand for?
ETA - One thing more about GSD's....they shed small poodles daily if not brushed every now and then...
This post was edited on 4/28/12 at 12:19 pm
Posted on 4/28/12 at 12:18 pm to Dribble
thats what i was going to say but i thought it would sound stupid...
yea anyway... nothing to see here
Posted on 4/28/12 at 12:19 pm to Wooly
My 7 month GSP is a freaking handful. He's very high energy. I have not neutered him but I am thinking about it. He comes from a great bloodline so that's my hesitation. I think a GSP would be great off the leash in the woods. In neighborhood my GSP runs very well with the leash as well. Dog park is essential for him right now...and for me. Granted my perspective is not as sharp as others since this is my first dog, but I've lived with a fullgrown GSP before (roommates dog). I sure do hope he calms down a little. He can wear my patience at times.
He is a great dog. Does not bark much right now. Just very needy and high maintenance. Would not dare leave him inside free roaming.
Eta: I think my post came off as negative. Let me set the record straight: he is incredibly intelligent and physically capable. Loves all dogs and all people. I love my GSP
He is a great dog. Does not bark much right now. Just very needy and high maintenance. Would not dare leave him inside free roaming.
Eta: I think my post came off as negative. Let me set the record straight: he is incredibly intelligent and physically capable. Loves all dogs and all people. I love my GSP
This post was edited on 4/28/12 at 12:24 pm
Posted on 4/28/12 at 12:20 pm to TulaneUVA
he'll calm down... eventually. i'm having the same dilemma with mine about cutting him.
good looking pup. mine has less white on the face but looks very similiar
good looking pup. mine has less white on the face but looks very similiar
This post was edited on 4/28/12 at 12:30 pm
Posted on 4/28/12 at 1:32 pm to Dribble
Believe it or not my male Basset will run a mile with me. He doesn't do well longer than that, but he'll kick it for that mile leading me and keeping the leash tight.
Posted on 4/28/12 at 1:53 pm to SteveLSU35
Two pages? And no mention of a Black Mouth Cur 
Posted on 4/28/12 at 2:27 pm to nhassl1
Cutting a GSP will not slow him down one bit. Might keep him from escaping and chasing tail though.
to the OP... i think a GSP is great choice for a runner. All they want to do is run. I dont buy that they have problems in the cold. People duck hunt with them in Canada. A big male should have no problem with a light pack.
As far as bringing up a pup... just remember one rule... a tired GSP is a good GSP.
to the OP... i think a GSP is great choice for a runner. All they want to do is run. I dont buy that they have problems in the cold. People duck hunt with them in Canada. A big male should have no problem with a light pack.
As far as bringing up a pup... just remember one rule... a tired GSP is a good GSP.
Posted on 4/28/12 at 2:38 pm to Wooly
"What dogs would recommend?"
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Posted on 4/28/12 at 2:45 pm to Wooly
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? i would prefer to keep him/her on a leash
Good idea, it's nice for the other hikers and the last thing you want is having the dog to run up ahead and running back to you with a cougar behind it.
Doubtful if you ever have an encounter but just remember you're going to be in cougar territory. Some precautions should be taken.
Posted on 4/28/12 at 2:46 pm to HeadSlash
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Two pages? And no mention of a Black Mouth Cur
Posted on 4/28/12 at 3:43 pm to wickowick
GSP
Posted on 4/28/12 at 3:50 pm to Wooly
Any working breed dog will outlast you in any type of physical activity. Just get what ya like. A blackmouth cur would be a good one to look at.
Posted on 4/28/12 at 4:49 pm to Wooly
The best for what you are looking for is a rescued pit bull. I got 2 myself.
Posted on 4/28/12 at 4:55 pm to DownSouthTiger
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rescued pit bull
Posted on 4/28/12 at 5:01 pm to Wooly
Didn't read all the post but look into border collies or austrailian shepards. All of them that I have known were very durable and will run forever.
Border collies are more energetic of the two but with daily exercise they won't have bottled up energy at the end of the day.
And the smaller the dog you get the smaller the amount of food and water he will need to carry. Big dog needs more food than small dog.
Border collies are more energetic of the two but with daily exercise they won't have bottled up energy at the end of the day.
And the smaller the dog you get the smaller the amount of food and water he will need to carry. Big dog needs more food than small dog.
Posted on 4/28/12 at 5:04 pm to Wooly
I had a german shepard. Great dog. She would keep up with the horses for 10 mile rides but if I did that daily she would start to limp from hip problems. I don't think they are made to go miles and miles every day. Just my experience.
Posted on 4/28/12 at 5:30 pm to Nodust
Any experience with wameraners? (sp?)
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