FinnishLapphund
There's no cow on the ice
A dog-knowledge-test for those interested in buying a puppy/dog, you may only choose one in every following pair of statements.
1
a Lassie/Other movie-dogs was born educated.
b Lassie/Other movie-dogs was trained, and probably by a very professional trainer.
2
a A neighbour/uncle have a well behaved dog, so I'm buying what they have.
b Well behaved dogs are well trained dogs, and I must ask how much and what sort of training it took.
3
a Dogs are bred to be good human companions, therefor you could buy any breed who's looks you like.
b Some breeds looks makes me slobber, but they don't suit my eating-account/exercise level/lack of sheep...
4
a I work 9 to 5, drives to + from work 2 hours, several hobbies and need something to keep the children occupied.
b I have the time and interest for daily dog walks, puppy class etc. If the rest of the family wants to help, it's a bonus.
5
a I'm not interested in showing, so I could save money by buying a pure breed without pedigree papers.
b No papers = parents might not fulfil breed requirements, either way the breeder doesn't do it to save me money.
6
a If they have a kennel name, bred one champion (15 years ago), seem to know a lot about dogs... They're a good breeder
b A good breeder offers support after delivery, shows me health check result, have questions for me to answer...
7
a If a breeder has bred numerous champions, you know you're buying quality from someone who knows everything about dogs.
b Looking good doesn't = good mentality, running around in a circle and making a dog stand doesn't = superior dog know-how.
8
a In mongrel-breeding, you only need to think about how the adult result between the breeds might look.
b Pure breed dogs with disqualifying faults could have been used, mentality from NR 1-hunting grandfather could turn up...
9
a Mongrels temperament isn't breed specific, so what breeds is used isn't important. It's a mix, period.
b The ones selling Border C/Golden R/Dalmatian puppies, maybe need a dog that tend waterbirds with stamina to work a whole day...
10
a I can't afford veterinary bills, so I need to buy a mongrel, because their innate vitality = no veterinary visits.
b Mongrels could be hit by a car, get old age diseases, need vaccination and maybe get sterilized, just as pure breeds.
11
a If I can save one puppy from a crappy breeder, I must save it from it's misery.
b Though heartache, I wont support crappy breeders by giving them my money to continue their BAD work.
12
a Bad brood bitch mentality towards human/puppies, doesn't mean much. 50% of the DNA comes from stud dog, and he's nice...
b If I don't want the bitches temperament in my home, I'm not buying. Genes matters, but mum is their first tutor.
13
a The environment where the puppy have been raised, doesn't affect the puppies mentality/adjust-ability to your home.
b Puppies with entertaining/challenging in/outdoor environment, have better mentality/adjusts easier to your home.
14
a A dog only seems to be a shame when you come home when they've been naughty, so then it's okay to lecture them.
b A dog only seems to be a shame when you come home, because they want to smooth your irrational homecoming behaviour.
15
a The only happy dog is the full dog. Being overweight doesn't kill a dog.
b Happy dog = full dog = crap. Obesity makes the lifespan shorter, and dog lives are short enough as it is.
16
a My aunts best friends cousin has a dog that refuses to go for walks if it rains, I'm going to teach my dog that to.
b I realise that whether I have a cold, the weather alternate between rain and downpour, a dog need walks or activation.
If you've always choose the b alternative : you'll probably turn out to be an okay dog owner.
If you've choose a in number 4 : You're either just kidding or you're serious. If it's the later, buy a cuddly toy.
Otherwise one or two chosen a : you maybe also could turn out to be an okay dog owner.
Three or more a alternative : If you want lots of outdoor walking, have you tried golf?
Before you make your first visit to any breeder/rescue or who ever you have thoughts about buying a puppy/dog from, learn these following mantras :
There's lots of puppies/dogs for sale/in need of a home out there.
Not buying this one, doesn't equal living for ever without.
It's my money, time and emotions on the line, not the sellers.
from Sweden.
PS The Border Collie/Golden Retriever/Dalmatian puppies were advertised in my morning paper this autumn. Described as cute, suitable for anyone and with modest exercise needs...
1
a Lassie/Other movie-dogs was born educated.
b Lassie/Other movie-dogs was trained, and probably by a very professional trainer.
2
a A neighbour/uncle have a well behaved dog, so I'm buying what they have.
b Well behaved dogs are well trained dogs, and I must ask how much and what sort of training it took.
3
a Dogs are bred to be good human companions, therefor you could buy any breed who's looks you like.
b Some breeds looks makes me slobber, but they don't suit my eating-account/exercise level/lack of sheep...
4
a I work 9 to 5, drives to + from work 2 hours, several hobbies and need something to keep the children occupied.
b I have the time and interest for daily dog walks, puppy class etc. If the rest of the family wants to help, it's a bonus.
5
a I'm not interested in showing, so I could save money by buying a pure breed without pedigree papers.
b No papers = parents might not fulfil breed requirements, either way the breeder doesn't do it to save me money.
6
a If they have a kennel name, bred one champion (15 years ago), seem to know a lot about dogs... They're a good breeder
b A good breeder offers support after delivery, shows me health check result, have questions for me to answer...
7
a If a breeder has bred numerous champions, you know you're buying quality from someone who knows everything about dogs.
b Looking good doesn't = good mentality, running around in a circle and making a dog stand doesn't = superior dog know-how.
8
a In mongrel-breeding, you only need to think about how the adult result between the breeds might look.
b Pure breed dogs with disqualifying faults could have been used, mentality from NR 1-hunting grandfather could turn up...
9
a Mongrels temperament isn't breed specific, so what breeds is used isn't important. It's a mix, period.
b The ones selling Border C/Golden R/Dalmatian puppies, maybe need a dog that tend waterbirds with stamina to work a whole day...
10
a I can't afford veterinary bills, so I need to buy a mongrel, because their innate vitality = no veterinary visits.
b Mongrels could be hit by a car, get old age diseases, need vaccination and maybe get sterilized, just as pure breeds.
11
a If I can save one puppy from a crappy breeder, I must save it from it's misery.
b Though heartache, I wont support crappy breeders by giving them my money to continue their BAD work.
12
a Bad brood bitch mentality towards human/puppies, doesn't mean much. 50% of the DNA comes from stud dog, and he's nice...
b If I don't want the bitches temperament in my home, I'm not buying. Genes matters, but mum is their first tutor.
13
a The environment where the puppy have been raised, doesn't affect the puppies mentality/adjust-ability to your home.
b Puppies with entertaining/challenging in/outdoor environment, have better mentality/adjusts easier to your home.
14
a A dog only seems to be a shame when you come home when they've been naughty, so then it's okay to lecture them.
b A dog only seems to be a shame when you come home, because they want to smooth your irrational homecoming behaviour.
15
a The only happy dog is the full dog. Being overweight doesn't kill a dog.
b Happy dog = full dog = crap. Obesity makes the lifespan shorter, and dog lives are short enough as it is.
16
a My aunts best friends cousin has a dog that refuses to go for walks if it rains, I'm going to teach my dog that to.
b I realise that whether I have a cold, the weather alternate between rain and downpour, a dog need walks or activation.
If you've always choose the b alternative : you'll probably turn out to be an okay dog owner.
If you've choose a in number 4 : You're either just kidding or you're serious. If it's the later, buy a cuddly toy.
Otherwise one or two chosen a : you maybe also could turn out to be an okay dog owner.
Three or more a alternative : If you want lots of outdoor walking, have you tried golf?
Before you make your first visit to any breeder/rescue or who ever you have thoughts about buying a puppy/dog from, learn these following mantras :
There's lots of puppies/dogs for sale/in need of a home out there.
Not buying this one, doesn't equal living for ever without.
It's my money, time and emotions on the line, not the sellers.
from Sweden.
PS The Border Collie/Golden Retriever/Dalmatian puppies were advertised in my morning paper this autumn. Described as cute, suitable for anyone and with modest exercise needs...
