[linedog]

Originally Posted by Babybags

Hello-

I'm new to the site. My husband decided last year (around April 2007) that he wanted a Rottie to protect his family. When he mentioned Rottie, I told him that's Kujo and was he crazy. Since he felt very strongly about getting one, I told him we wouldn't be able to get one until I did my research on the breed. I'm used to German Shepherds, Chow Chows and Yorkshire Terriers but not Rotties. I've been studying and researching since April 2007 and still going. I've found a breeder who might have a female puppy for us, however; she's not sure if what we want will be in this litter, so I've been trying to find a second breeder, it's not very easy. We live in Central Virginia. We'll be going to clubs soon. I've checked out Obedience trainers, private and club ones. I'm just trying to make sure we're prepared, including we have two daughters 5 and 7 years old who aren't used to dog.

Also, finding breeders is not easy in my area. Most that I've met at dog shows are not very friendly and I understand they have a show to do, so I usually observe them, get information from them, then email or phone them later, but they still seem to be a bit snoody. Overall, I've gotten a lot of information from my research and being persisten about learning about the breed. My family and I love the dog shows, especially the one last year in PA. We'll be going to another dog show this April in Fredericksburg, VA.

If anyone has any suggestions please feel free to tell me your opinions.

all you will see at akc dog shows are show rotts, with a few exceptions ,a mercedes 500sl body with a Yugo drivetrain.