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Old 03-03-2008, 04:25 PM
SABELLESMOM SABELLESMOM is offline
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Re: Soon to be new Rottie owner

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Originally Posted by fostermom View Post

I foster...

I also read on another site that shepherds were more likely to bite than rotts which, after having fostered both breeds, I tend to believe as all the rotts I've had the pleasure to own, foster or meet have had wonderfully stable temperments.

They can be headstrong and do best in a home where consistent rules are established and obedience training is employed. These dogs adore their family and NEED to be with them, preferably in the same room.... Or you might want to consider rescue where you can see what the dog's temperment is.
Judy? Hey! Today was typical MARCH, all in the same day, wasn't it? A 2 hr delay of schools due to freezing rain on the roads! Then warm and sunny...all the way to 54! I thought of an Otsiningo walk, which we should do, ya know....

Back to the OP...<sorry counldn't hep myself!> A foster or rescue would definately be a nice idea. Doesn't get you out of the "training" aspect, any... ask Judy! Rescue's often recognise when they've got it good. Well temperamented, those will do nearly anything for you. The emphasis is still their need to be with family.

Good luck with your research!
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