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	Name:	Talullahhound -
	Subject:	Dogs & Genetics
	Date:	9/27/2010 7:39:28 PM

I wholeheartedly agree. How many of those people with JR Terriers actually bothered to learn that they are really hunting dogs??? They are not house dogs.
How many people actually realize that dogs need discipline and routine? The discipline has to be consistently applied, not just when it is convenient. A lot of breeds need a LOT of exercise and need to have a mission or else they become destructive. They also need to be socialized from puppyhood on.

When we got our GSP, I had researched the breed and knew it was a high energy dog. But, I failed to talk to people that actually owned one, and can't tell how often I wanted to find him a new home during the first 3 years. Luckily for me, when I was at the end of my rope, I happened to run into the woman that ran the Mid-Atlantic GSP rescue. She set me straight on the breed (and how after 3 years, they really calm down). We persevered and he is one of the best dogs ever.

My coonhound wants to hunt AT NIGHT. So I don't recommend one for anyone that lives in town.

A little bit of research goes a long way. Personality and breed traits are more important than how the dog looks.

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Dogs and Children - MAJ USA RET - 9/25/2010 8:40:53 AM

Dogs & Genetics - roswellric - 9/27/2010 11:39:55 AM

Dogs & Genetics - Talullahhound - 9/27/2010 7:39:28 PM

What a great post - roswellric - 9/27/2010 9:13:17 PM

Shows - Talullahhound - 9/28/2010 8:15:38 AM

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