Independent dogs often do not feel the need to be handled by humans either.
Not exact matches
Independent, dignified and aloof, the Chow Chow
dog breed personality is
often compared to the personality of a cat but with the added bonus of being a loyal and devoted companion.
Terriers are
often depicted as being stubborn,
independent dogs who are unwilling to take directions from their owners.
Anatolians are hard wired to be
independent thinkers, territorial, wary of strangers, and
often unfriendly to other
dogs.
It's
often said that females are more
independent than males while males like to stay closer to their owners, but some Lab experts say this depends on the
dog's genetics more than its gender.
Independent breeds are usually intelligent and alert, as they were
often developed as working
dogs, but need plenty of training and patience.
The Polish lowland sheepdog is more
independent and
often doesn't get along with other
dogs.
These
dogs have to be smart and
independent to accomplish that task, and are
often unsuited to indoor, calm family life because of these qualities.
While originally bred to be a hardy working
dog capable of
independent actions,
often without supervision for extended periods, OES are in every respect a superb companion
dog and are wonderful with children, although perhaps a bit rambunctious during puppyhood for very young children.
While there's no centralized canine blood bank for
dogs, there are several
independent blood banks located throughout the country, and veterinary schools
often do their own blood banking.
If you're the type of person who is away from home more
often than not, you should choose a
dog that will manage well in your absence -
independent breeds like Dachshunds, Mastiffs, or the Yorkshire Terrier.
Pekingese are
independent dogs that have an air of authority about them that they
often get away with because of their small stature.
Many people see the mastiff as a «dumb ox» and unfortunately (like the beagle) their hardheaded and
independent nature
often gets them labeled as unintelligent
dogs.
As mainly
independent animals, cats are
often low maintenance and are perfect for those who live an active and busy lifestyle who may not be able to take on the responsibility that is associated with owning a
dog.
Boarding kennels can
often refer
dog owners to shipping companies that are members of the
Independent Pet and Animal Transport Association International, a nonprofit trade association for animal shippers with headquarters in Texas.