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This is not a question, but just a reminder of how to take care of our doggos after surgery basically my neighbor's large dog has a TPLO surgery. Though it's not the worst, there are things we need to...
View Article*****Survey for Dog owners!!****
Hi there! We are a start-up pet care app and were curious to hear your thoughts about your pet care! This survey should only take 5-6 minutes. We would appreciate your input! 😊 Survey link ➡ Pet care...
View ArticleA Practical Guide To understand Livestock Guardian Dogs:
Livestock Guardian Dogs are among the most ancient breeds of dogs around the world if not the most ancient of the dogs. In ancient times these dogs were responsible to protect flocks, animals, family...
View ArticleDT GCSE: Pet Care Survey (only takes 2 minutes)
Hi everyone! I am working on my DT GCSE based on pet care and it would be much appreciated if you could answer some questions I created. It would really help me to understand the problems each dog...
View ArticleHow hot is too much for mals outside?
Ive been paying close attention since my dog hates being inside. Its been just over a 100 degrees in Phx but he seems to be fine sitting in the shade and grass. any thoughts or info?
View ArticleDutch Shepherd Netherlands
Looking to establish a list of reputable breeders of Dutch Shepherds in the Netherlands (name, address, phone #) Desire high drive, clean hips/elbows, and strong lineage. Plan to fly to Netherlands or...
View Articleflooring for training
I just bought a vacant Church , for a dog training building, I have been using it for the past 2 yrs and it is really great, Lots of room and so on , Right now I have 2 floors, top floor which i use...
View ArticleSchutzhund magazine?
Are there any good magazines about schutzhund or protection sports in general for someone who is new to working dogs?
View ArticleHow hard can you work a 5year old dog
My house mate has recently accepted a replacement 5 year old malinois without pappers/mixed with something. She was malnourished amongst other things but with us shes a fantastic dog. Easy to train, i...
View ArticleWhat can I put on my dogs nose for dryness?
Dry dog noses are a common problem that can cause inflammation of the nasal passages. This can lead to a loss of smell, sneezing, coughing and even infections. Treatments include cleaning and...
View ArticleWorking dog boarding/sitting in Boise area needed
We are in need of finding a reliable person to board our dogs, or ideally provide in home dog sitting for our 2 working dogs that require special handling. One is an Appenzeller and one is a malinois....
View ArticleWhat is FPr 3?
Was looking at info for a female Czech Malinois on working-dog.eu website. One of her titles is FPr 3. What is that?
View ArticleDissertation help - dog enrichment
Hi everyone! Hope this is okay to post, but I'm working on my thesis for my degree-level course in canine behaviour and am desperately looking for some working dogs to take part in the study. It's...
View ArticleOnline breeders scams
A person posing by the name of Amanda Jean Bridges claiming to have Belgium Malinois pups for sale is a scam... BEWARE ! This is the website https://abmalinois.com/available-puppies She also uses...
View ArticleDog disengaging decoy if the decoy/helper throws a ball.
I have been reading more and more about if your dog is trained in prey drive and as the handler you instruct your dog to engage the decoy, and the decoy throws a ball that you dog will disengage the...
View ArticleNeed advice regarding Dutch Shepherd breeder
Hello folks, So this is my situation. Within the next 1-2 years, I want to purchase a Dutch Shepherd. I want a good solid dog, with good nerves, but nothing crazy. I will not be using this dog for...
View ArticleBest Breed for First Schutzhund Prospect
I am currently looking for my first Schutzhund prospect and I had a few questions about what breed I should be looking at. I have experience with American Bulldogs and I have trained them in weight...
View ArticleWorking Akitas
just wondering if anyone has had any experience working with akitas? Are they any good ? I love the breed but, have never seen them do any work.
View ArticleSchutzhund, IPO, and organizations???
So I am kind of confused on the matter. Is Schutzhund now called IPO (or has it been for a while)? Are all titles IPO 1,2,3 or are there still SCH 1,2,3 titles. I also notice there are many...
View ArticleSchutzhund Question
I was interested to know if anyone here has titled their dog all by themselves. What I mean is, with no help from a club or trainers, with the exception of a helper. Maybe just done all the training at...
View ArticleBoxer or Bulldog
Hi, which working dog is good for me? Previously I own a Bernese Mountain dog. But now I am planning to own a Bulldog, especially their new variation, Merle French bulldog. Let me know your thoughts...
View ArticlePolice K9 knee issue?
So I am a K9 handler with a 3 year old dutchie who I picked up in November and attended police k9 school with him. The school is 6 weeks and is very demanding on the dogs. Around week 2 of the school,...
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Dog Cognition Survey
Hey everybody! I am a product design engineering student at the University of Strathclyde. For my masters project, I am looking to design a new interactive product that mentally stimulates dogs. I am...
View ArticleBest books on raising a doberman puppy for schutzhund
Hi. I will be getting a four month old female doberman tomorrow (import) and want to raise her right (ball drive/food/prey drive/confidence etc) and wanted to know: I am in Northern Virginia (close to...
View ArticleSeeking Advice on Working Dog Grooming
Hello all. I have a question regarding grooming for working dogs. I recently adopted a hardworking Border Collie, and while he loves his job, keeping him clean and well-groomed has become a bit...
View ArticleKNPV training of green Czech GSD (family dog)
I have a green 1yr old Czech import GSD with good bloodlines, active Police parent and plenty IGP titling in the family tree. She is a social dog, my companion and my children adore her. I'd say she...
View ArticleBig cat vs equal size dog
Had a fun discussion with K 9 handler. How would a cat of equal weight compare to K 9 dog . Since I like both dogs and cats and trained K 9 for quite a while as well as had SCH3 GSD K 9 Patrol dog I...
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Successful Together - The Journey to Masterful Obedience
I’m looking for the book listed above, I believe it’s now on the fourth addition. I can order it from Germany for under $100 including shipping, was hoping to find it in USA possibly Canada. Dutch (my...
View ArticleToo much prey drive exercise?
Hi all, I am new here but I am a member of my dogs specific breed forums. I have a working line gsd and a show line golden retriever, I was hoping to get some feedback or thoughts on my own thought...
View ArticleHelp with behavioral issue
Hi, I am new to the group and would love to get suggestions on how to address a behavioral issue with Dutch Sheppard trained mix. He is just over a year old, often around small children, comfortable in...
View Articlealabai central asian shepherd
hello! im breed ambassador and im from Michigan.I did publish 2 books about this rare breed.
View ArticleService dog AND animal assisted therapy dog - anyone with experience training...
Hi All, I will be training my puppy to be my service dog as well as an animal assisted therapy dog for my mental health practice. I would love to hear from others as to if they have successfully...
View ArticleWhat is the purpose of buy a protection dog?
I can't get the concept of buying a $50,000 to $100,000 protection dog I can understand a dog alerting you when someone comes to the door or an estate guardian dog If you have a mansion or a house with...
View ArticleDog fear in a personal protection dog?
I have a 10 month old GSD female. As I've been raising her I've become extremely interested in the idea of training her in personal protection. She's generally confident and very human neutral. The...
View ArticleAmerican vs. European German Shepherd
Howdy! I am wondering if anyone here has experience working with both American and European lines of German Shepherds, and what your thoughts are? Have you noticed any big difference in: 1. Drive - I...
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