Rotties - Ummm, I think I'm over it, maybe......

[DogPaddle]

rottie_mama - Some places are som overwhelmed by dogs to place they make very bad choices, they ignore the fact that bad placements often come back to them or another shelter organization or worse. :cry:

[rottie_mama]

DogPaddle napisał(a):

rottie_mama - Some places are som overwhelmed by dogs to place they make very bad choices, they ignore the fact that bad placements often come back to them or another shelter organization or worse. :cry:

I suppose that is true. Too bad they don't understand that when they place an unsound dog it reflects poorly on the breed, on them and on rescue in general. Poor Cai could have been saved a lot of time, trouble and money had the rescue she adopted from been more concerned about placing a suitable companion with her rather than just unloading a problem dog onto someone else.

Not all rescues were created equally, folks, so don't be afraid to ask more about the group's acceptance policies, temperament evaluation, methods of housing, etc. Groups that employ foster home as opposed to kenneling their dogs will be much more acutely aware of their dogs' likes and dislikes, behavior issues, and temperament.

Rachel

[Poofy]

If you want a rottie and would consider a rescue, I strongly suggest that you go through pure bred rescue. Pure bred rescue is usually made up of people who are very familar with the breed. They know what to look for and how to properly temperment test the dogs before they are released into new homes. I know shelters mean well, but quite honestly they are staffed with people who know next to nothing about dog behavior especially breed specific needs and behavior.

[Guest Anonymous]

OH MY GOSH!!! How could you keep a dog that attacked you three times? Let alone one that wanted to go after children. That is not normal Rottie behaviour. I have seen some very very nutty rotties but one of the best dogs I ever owned was a rottie. He was calm and friendly with everyone and would let strange kids sit on him and pull his ears. He was laid back and calm yet loved to play ball and gp for walks etc.. At night he was protective of me and would not let strange people come near unless I said it was ok.He knew when to be a friend or when to be protective. He was very easily trained on and off lead and was easily housebroken and got along great with other dogs Except for Dominating males.
I remember he used to pass gas and then make a face and run to the other side of the room and lay down and then he would run back to the other side if he passed gas over there. and it was not out of fear as he was never scolded for passing gas.Find a reputable breeder or rescue and you will not be disapointed.

[Guest roo]

Poofy napisał(a):

If you want a rottie and would consider a rescue, I strongly suggest that you go through pure bred rescue. Pure bred rescue is usually made up of people who are very familar with the breed. They know what to look for and how to properly temperment test the dogs before they are released into new homes. I know shelters mean well, but quite honestly they are staffed with people who know next to nothing about dog behavior especially breed specific needs and behavior.

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[Guest Anonymous]

WHERE HAVE I BEEN!!!!! I love rotties, almost oas much as i love bullys. Now as much as i love rotties it is true they are not overly people dogs, unless they are raised to be that way. Rotties are a great family dog but are usually pretty cautious of strangers. I personally wouldnt recomend a shelter either. with a dog the with the size, power, and temperment of a rottie it isnt wise to be unsure of not only the past life of the rottie but the temperment as well. a lot of shelter just cage the dogs and try to teach them OB. i find that resuces actually get the dogs into home settings and put them around kids, dogs, cats and house break as well. I LOVE ROTTIE BUT ALSO RESPECT THEM. do not assume they are all nice and good tempered some are not. they are a gurding breed they develop strong bonds with the family and until you are considered as family the dog will not truely bond with you. Take your time find a dog that has lived a good life and work from there. while it is admirable to save a dog from a harsh environment or bad life, it would be very dangerous and down right stupid to put a dog like that in a house with other dogs. YOu are making a good choice sticking with rescues. I know my rottie is the buggest mushball in the world when we are at home with the family he just rolls and plays in the floor but when people are over he is very different. they have a drive to protect the house and family and that needs to be channeled from a young age it quite hard to make 100lb dog do something that it doesnt want to, and its not suggestible to try and correct a dog of that size when it doesnt respect you as the aplha its a good way to get bit(which you already found out about). Dont turn your back on rotties though they are great dogs, you just have to get past the shedding of a double coat and you'll be hooked.
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