More than a few people have questioned the wisdom of removing all HSF4
positive dogs from the breeding population, fearing that it could have a negative effect on the overall gene pool.
Not exact matches
Regardless of which
breed is being instructed to accomplish whatever task, the approach to training all
dogs has shifted
from coercion and punishment to encouragement, persuasion and
positive reinforcement.
Generally, Huskies that come
from professional breeders are tested for PRA, and
dogs that show
positive for the disorder aren't used for
breeding — to help avoid passing the disease down the genetic line.
On the
positive side, neutering male
dogs • eliminates the small risk (probably < 1 %) of dying
from testicular cancer • reduces the risk of non-cancerous prostate disorders • reduces the risk of perianal fistulas • may possibly reduce the risk of diabetes (data inconclusive) On the negative side, neutering male
dogs • if done before 1 year of age, significantly increases the risk of osteosarcoma (bone cancer); this is a common cancer in medium / large and larger
breeds with a poor prognosis.
To rescue bully
breeds in need and
from high kill shelters while cultivating
positive, collaborative foster relationships to ensure the ultimate adoptive success of the
dogs into loving permanent homes.
This calm, quiet
breed comes
from German stock and while he can be territorial toward other male
dogs and is inclined to dominate he generally does well with other animals and with early socialization,
positive interaction and regular rigorous exercise, he makes a great family pet.
Vicki Ronchette author of
Positive Training for Show
Dogs - Buidling a Relationship for Success and
From Shy to Showy - Help for Your Shy Show
Dog offers seminars, workshops for other trainers, training businesses, training clubs,
breed clubs and other events.
Vicki Ronchette author of
Positive Training for Show
Dogs - Buidling a Relationship for Success and
From Shy to Showy - Help for Your Shy Show
Dog offers seminars, workshops and webinars for other trainers, training businesses, training clubs,
breed clubs and other events.
Even Sports Illustrated's most recent article on the
breed was entirely
positive, devoted to showing how nearly all of the supposedly «beyond rehabilitation»
dogs from the Michael Vick case were now happy, friendly members of loving homes.
Lisa Richards
from the RSPCA added: «It's
positive to see the Kennel Club acknowledging that many
dogs of these
breeds aren't able to lead happy, healthy lives as family pets because of the way they've been
bred to look.
To me, this screams of their genetics coming through — not
positive genetics liking
breeding for desired behaviours but genetics
from generations of street
dogs being afraid, mistreated, malnourished.
From adopting the perfect addition to your family to keeping your
dog in top shape, this all - inclusive guide is packed with the
breed - specific information you need to keep your dachshund happy and healthy for years to come...... Health issues common to your dachshund, Essential grooming techniques, The rewards of
positive discipline, Living with a senior canine, Creating a sensible diet for your pup.»