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Would you get an Australian Shepherd? |
if you were a freelance writer / writing instructor who spends most his work life in his 2 bedroom apartment which is situated in a dog friendly suburb with plenty of allocated space for his potential pet to catch discs twice a day? I've read quite a bit on Answers and the 'net, though I'm still unsure of this "has to have a job" concept. Is disc tossing enough? How about if a dog runs into town while I ride my bike, guarding it while I meet with a client (I've seen this "job can be something to protect" slant 'bout aussies)? Or should I buy mini sheep (joking! I wouldn't get minis!)? I'm looking right at Aussies because of their intelligence, attachment, and activity (already play disc golf and ultimate, so I want the frisbee hat trick). But I'm also worried about my small place. Any thoughts? And if not A. Sheps, then..... Hi! I support your choice and reasons for wanting to own an Aussie dog, and as an owner of three such pups, here's my two cents... First, keeping an Aussie dog is a lot like keeping a three-year old child around... No matter how old the dog gets... The human outgrows the need to be over-stimulated, the dog doesn't. It's not the need for space or exercise that will prove a challenge. Rather, the breeds mental and emotional make-up are the real deal maker or breakers. All Aussie breeds are a terse combo of intellectual strategist, obsessive-compulsive, unpretentious loyalty and work ethic, micro-manager, and stimulus junky. The shepherds are the stars of the Aussie camp, and they have very extroverted, giving, people-pleasing personalities. They are also very high-strung, easily "wounded" or overwhelmed emotionally, and they need a lot affirmation. Given your lifestyle, and occupational choices, I would very strongly recommend an Aussie Cattle dog instead. The Cattle dog has all the smarts, energy, and character package of the Aussie breed, but they have an introverted nature that makes them much more stable and self-confident, and exponentially lower maintenance. Cattle dogs are very owner-oriented and are no-nonsense guardians, untiringly vigilant of your every move and mood, while running off trespassers and micro-managing anyone and everything that can't escape their ministrations. Cattle dogs would love to have your approval, but they don't live for it, and they get over themselves and the moment without the shepherd's angst. Not a dog for meek or lazy personalities, and faultlessly intelligent and loyal companions for their owners, who, as far as a cattle dog is concerned, is the only human in the universe he/she will literally lay their life down for. I've had both shepherds and cattle dogs, and I'll bet good money you'll be much happier with the latter. Check them out! Best of luck on your canine companion search. Source(s): life-long dog owner I own and Australian Shep. She is a very intelligent and loyal dog. She is actually a wonderful dog. She is one of the best dogs I have ever had. But we live out in the country and this dog is an outside dog. I have an Austrailian Blue heeler/'German Sheppard Mix and she is the smartest, loving, caring dog and I would never give her up. She is 80lb's and lived for three years in a 1000sq ft townhome and she never had a problem. Very well behaved and I wouldnt give her up for any other dog in the world... Aussie's are highly active dogs, your small place, unless you went out EVERY DAY, wouldn't suffice to get rid of hardly any of this breed's energy. it sounds like you need to do some more research on the breed. as for the job thing, I'm all for having a dog do what they were bred to do, but most of the time that's not possible these days, so owners have to make due with other things. perhaps you could train the dog for competition frisbee, that'd be neat, but it's a lot of work and time and STILL the dogs have energy to spare. do a bit more research on temperment, energy lelvels, trainability (which is very high), and other such characteristics and see if you stillw ant and aussie when you ahve no room. Living Conditions This breed is not recommended for apartment life. They are moderately active indoors and will do best with at least a large yard. (www.dogbreedinfo.com) For more info on this and other breed go to www.dogbreedinfo.com Best of Luck. www.dogbreedinfo.com |
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