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by Bhaugh on 06 November 2012 - 06:11
I'm not very familiar with the sires side of this pedigree. Can anyone let me know what the dogs are like? I'm looking at a puppy from this pedigree for mondio/obedience
http://www.pedigreedatabase.com/dog.html?id=1856278
Thanks
Barb
http://www.pedigreedatabase.com/dog.html?id=1856278
Thanks
Barb
by Gizewski on 06 November 2012 - 06:11
The dogs in this pedigree have working lines... are you prepared for a high drive dog? A first time owner or novice owner should NOT get a high drive shepherd unless they have A LOT OF EXPERIENCE with them.
by Bhaugh on 06 November 2012 - 06:11
Yep years
by Gustav on 06 November 2012 - 12:11
Do you own a working line? Or are you one of those people who are experts on working lines and base it on what you see from the outside? Just curious
by YogieBear on 06 November 2012 - 13:11
Gustav, I dont believe she is an expert on working lines - because she isn't familiar with the sires pedigree.
I like the Tom lines. But as far as saying that a novice shouldn't get a high drive working dog - depends on the novice. With the right coaching - I think it is do-able. And of course, each puppy from a litter can be a little more - or a little less - even with these blood lines. A good breeder would direct her in picking one that would suit the individual.............
Just my opinion.
Yogie
I like the Tom lines. But as far as saying that a novice shouldn't get a high drive working dog - depends on the novice. With the right coaching - I think it is do-able. And of course, each puppy from a litter can be a little more - or a little less - even with these blood lines. A good breeder would direct her in picking one that would suit the individual.............
Just my opinion.
Yogie
by Bhaugh on 06 November 2012 - 14:11
No I am not an expert on working lines that's why I asked the board. However I do have several years working with dogs and I'm looking to get get a dog for Mondio. Why does the board always assume that when a post is made, the person doesn't have any experience working with dogs?
by GSDPACK on 06 November 2012 - 16:11
I think Gustav aimed his question on Gizewski.
To the OP, you should be fine, pick a nice in the middle type puppy, nice contact, good drive, nice nose and you will be great to do some nice job in your venue.
I like to pick a puppy that does not excell only in one part. Just because a puppy will chase a toy forever, does not mean this one will be good enough to solve problems. So take your time, have fun, raise the puppy right and you should be ok....that is if you choose the litter,
To the OP, you should be fine, pick a nice in the middle type puppy, nice contact, good drive, nice nose and you will be great to do some nice job in your venue.
I like to pick a puppy that does not excell only in one part. Just because a puppy will chase a toy forever, does not mean this one will be good enough to solve problems. So take your time, have fun, raise the puppy right and you should be ok....that is if you choose the litter,
by hexe on 06 November 2012 - 17:11
I wonder why you'd be looking at a litter from a female who doesn't appear to be titled in any capacity and isn't breed surveyed, and whose lines you aren't familiar with? Unless the price is bargain-level low [in the hundreds], there are far too many other litters from titled & surveyed parents that can be had for what I'd consider to be the average price [$1000-1500, plus any shipping] range to warrant going down a 'blind alley' like this.
by Bhaugh on 06 November 2012 - 20:11
To be honest that's exactly why I considered this dog. Inexpensive and a puppy. I could always place her if she didn't work out but I really don't like doing that.
by Nans gsd on 06 November 2012 - 20:11
OK< I can't seem to be able to pull up the pedigree? Can someone post the link. Thx Nan
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