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Date Posted: 06:19:52 11/15/03 Sat
Author: A Laura
Subject: Re: Differences
In reply to: NDE 's message, "Differences" on 05:13:44 11/15/03 Sat

I was by no means putting down the herding dogs, but I guess I was sterotyping. You are right. Different groups of dogs have different traits. But, whether it be the GSDs, the Mals, or even an Aussie or heeler - I am not a herding dog person. That is why I don't own one, or work with one. Many in my field do - and God Bless them. I know they shake their heads and say a prayer when it comes to me and my choice of dogs. That's what is great about dogs - there is such a wide variety. (For us single girls - the same could be said about men.)

You are right, most of the Law Enforcement dogs are not the perfect example of the group, however great they may be at their job. But, their "drive" is more apparent to most and the hardwiring is just different. That is why they are in the jobs that they are.

And again, you are right - the working ethic and ability is being bred out of any dog nowdays. And different breeds of dogs were bred with different jobs and different approaches of doing that job in mind. Even within the same breed (police work vs. seeing eye).

When I pet sit for my friend with 2 GSDs, I have to stop and think why they are doing what they are doing. Long ball sessions are a must for Jesse and Ray, in fact, multiple ball sessions throughout the day are the norm for them. My bully basically just watches - she might take off after the other dogs, but not the ball itself. This doesn't work, as Tallula outweighs them by far, and hits too hard. When it comes time to play a game that Tallula likes, the visitors will try to join in, but just don't see much fun in playing tug with an old tire that doesn't give up or chasing a ball that they can't pick up. Jesse and Ray take great delight in making their presence known and take great joy in watching people jump when they bark - over and over again. Tallula on the other hand, may give a big attention getting bark - once, and then "dare" whatever it is to come nearer.

The fact that Dan has posted his observations is wonderful. It brings up more questions - Just what is working drive and temperment?

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