Sentences with phrase «times were guard dogs»

The Shar - Peis of olden times were guard dogs and warriors, and their rough, wrinkly skin made it tough for anyone to hold onto them.

Not exact matches

Universe is frightening; we need a protector and a meticulous mind is the best protector; it is like a watchful dog which guards us all the time!

They are both very common issues, and often times the resource guarding clients I work with are ones that have experienced this behavior in the past with their dogs, it's just now it's become more problematic and in some cases, very violent.

These dogs have been used since time immemorial to guard rice fields, houses and farms, and have legendary stories around them as well.

He is no guard dog but he listens so well and most the time better than other dogs.

They make excellent guard dogs, too, since the only time that they will be barking is when they can sense something is off or if someone they are not familiar with is around the corner.

The bullmastiff is a guard dog by nature but at the same time is incredibly affectionate with their own family, even if they are large and muscular dogs.

Once upon a time, dogs were stolen because of their abilities: nothing was worth more than a superb guarding doberman, or a herding border collie.

Indeed, at that time its abilities as a messenger and guard were considered superior to those of the German Shepherd Dog.

While surgery may give you more time with your dog, it is a last resort option and the prognosis is extremely guarded.

This territorial nature makes them great guard dogs, however according to Pawsitively Safe, they aren't recommended for first - time dog or first time Mastiff paw - rents.

Guide dogs, guard dogs, herding dogs and therapy dogs — what happens when it's time for them to retire?

The 12 major skills we identified are resource - guarding prevention; refocusing a leash - reactive dog; implementing time - outs; decreasing mouthy behavior; teaching basic manners including loose - leash walking; reading and interpreting body language; counter-conditioning and desensitization; sitting when greeting strangers; identifying rewards other than treats; enrichment games; and modifying a dog's response to being handled or touched.

The German Shepherd is used for search and rescue in times of disaster, to aid police in the apprehension of criminals, as guard dogs, and by military forces for many uses.

Imagine a world where... your dog comes when called every time, on or off leash, walks politely when on leash, sits and downs when asked, is socialized with dogs and other family pets, is housebroken, doesn't jump on people, dig in the yard, bark incessantly, bite or growl at people, lunge at other dogs, and doesn't guard food and toys.

They're also really good every time a stranger approaches the home guard dogs and barking isn't unusual.

Guard dog training is a waste of time; although they may growl and bark defensively, the bottom line is that they would just as soon kiss the intruder and trade your silver for a few good ball tosses!

If boundaries are not set for the dog's resource guarding, they can take their behavior to a more inappropriate level any time and with anyone... sometimes even with the owner!

Tom Bevis, the judge who spared Henshall's family pet and company guard dog that had attacked four times at his owner's DeBary home - based business, ruled May 6 that the state law cited by county animal officials was unconstitutional.

Like its patrons in England, the dog was used as guard dog in large estates owned by the rich during those times.

Owners must be willing to spend time with a livestock guard dog and ask experienced people questions when they have problems.

If you have any special requirements such as wanting a dog for search and rescue work, or to be used in competitive obedience or as a guard dog, now is the time to speak up.

What breed is most often exploited at this time, as status symbols for doing bad things, guarding drugs, belonging to gangs, and in dog fighting?

Now, a Brevard County animal control officer has ruled correctly that the animals must be destroyed or used as guard dogs in a prison.The fact that the dogs never attacked anyone before May 24 is not a strong defense for allowing them to return to a residential neighborhood, as the owner requested.How many times must such a vicious assault be repeated before the animals are destroyed or removed?

Once a fierce guard dog, over time breeders have been able to adapt the Mastiff to family life.

In fact, a Miniature Schnauzer or a Miniature Pinscher could be excellent guard dogs while at the same time being excellent pets.

In medieval times, they were used as guard dogs and hunting dogs and became so widespread as to become commonplace.

At the same time, malinois is an excellent police and guard dog.

Prognosis for this condition is usually guarded to poor and is dependent on several factors, including the amount of damage that has already occurred by the time the disease is diagnosed, the breed of the dog, and how well the condition is managed at home after the initial treatment.

Depending upon which mix your terrier is, they can spend their time digging holes in your ground while others will become loyal guard dogs for the home.

Good «guard» dogs are under control at all times and trained to stop the arousal mode on command.

Whether you are getting a guard breed or a companion breed, all dogs on this list are suited to people who plan to spend a lot of time with their four - legged family member.

He is a guard dog (sometimes lol) and a lap dog most of the time.

Cane Corso are really best as personal protection dogs, and do best when allowed to stay close to their owner and guard him at all times.

The same characteristics that make the breed a loyal guard dog and an excellent herding dog can be more than a first - time dog owner or an easy - going person can manage.

In more recent times, they have been used to keep prisoners from leaving gulags and have proven to be excellent military guard dogs.

Dogs are the most faithful of animals and funny at the same time as a guard house.

Adult dogs with food or resource guarding issues are another story and that takes a lot of work and a lot of time to fix... and needs to be approached with caution.

It should be remembered at all times that the Lhasa Apso was bred as a guard dog as well as a companion dog.

This label can also encourage owners to look for opportunities to score points back on their dog when their time would be much better spent looking for opportunities to teach the dog not to guard his possessions and to reward him for doing other things.

The thing is a guard dog should remain vigilant at all times.

Essentially, it is important that the pup or dog spends most its time with the animals that it will eventually be guarding.

In time, these large muscular dogs were also used to guard isolated villages and monasteries.

A personal protection dog is one that guards an individual at all times, at home or when out on the road.

Providing guard dog training may help them become better listeners and understand that there is a time for aggression, such as when intruders are nearby, and a time to act calmly, when average people are present.

The Akita is one of Japan's oldest native breeds, and was used as a hunting and guard dog in ancient times.

Volunteers were more successful in recognizing when the growls were from playing dogs and had a more difficult time telling the difference between dogs that were threatened and dogs guarding their food.

The question is, how do you go about teaching your dog to be a guard dog, and how can you make sure that its territorial and protective while at the same time remaining obedient and safe.

Anatolian Shepherds are working dogs, guarding Oberhasli goats full - time in Newberg, Oregon.

However, there have been a few times where a stranger has come to the door or I'm uncomfortable with a situation and he will immediately go into guard dog mode and put himself in front of me and growl.