Popularity of breeds
Discussion
Over the years and decades certain dog breeds seem to be becoming more popular like the changing of peoples fashions, whilst other breeds which were very common back in the day seem to becoming less popular but not to the extent that they are considered a vulnerable breed. I suppose it depends where one lives as you generally find the more exotic or larger breeds are found in more affluent areas or rural areas where owners have more money or land. Up until about 20 years ago I had never seen a Beagle in the flesh around my area, now they are everywhere. Same with Pugs and Sharpei's. Breeds like Dobermann's, Rotweiler's and GSDs are seldom seen now where I live; I can't remember the last time I saw a Rotweiler out walking with its owner. They used to be relatively common.
I did see an unusual breed a few months back which was a Japanese Shiba Inu. The lady walking them had about 15 of the little things walking down a country path, I had to step in the road to get past em there was that many of em. Never knew they were that common, obviously she must've been a local breeder. There's a big house on the other side of town from me with a huge fence surrounding it with two enormous Newfoundland's behind it (one is the Landseer black and white type and the other a dark brown). They look like bears and they dwarfed my collie dog. I would'nt say they were ideal guard dogs though, they look soft.
I did see an unusual breed a few months back which was a Japanese Shiba Inu. The lady walking them had about 15 of the little things walking down a country path, I had to step in the road to get past em there was that many of em. Never knew they were that common, obviously she must've been a local breeder. There's a big house on the other side of town from me with a huge fence surrounding it with two enormous Newfoundland's behind it (one is the Landseer black and white type and the other a dark brown). They look like bears and they dwarfed my collie dog. I would'nt say they were ideal guard dogs though, they look soft.
We are German Shepherd people.
We've recently helped the in-laws take on a rescue Podenco - probably the first one in Berkshire. Given the grief it has had in its life (googling Podencos and their treatment in Spain requires a strong stomach), it is an utterly lovely dog. In the space of 2 weeks, it has been rescued, spayed, shipped to the UK, fostered, then ended up with the in Laws.
We took it for a once over at the vet (something has bitten it in the recent past), and their view was that is was the most relaxed, compliant dog that they had come across for years.
Everything around us is Cockapoos.
We've recently helped the in-laws take on a rescue Podenco - probably the first one in Berkshire. Given the grief it has had in its life (googling Podencos and their treatment in Spain requires a strong stomach), it is an utterly lovely dog. In the space of 2 weeks, it has been rescued, spayed, shipped to the UK, fostered, then ended up with the in Laws.
We took it for a once over at the vet (something has bitten it in the recent past), and their view was that is was the most relaxed, compliant dog that they had come across for years.
Everything around us is Cockapoos.
rxe said:
We've recently helped the in-laws take on a rescue Podenco - probably the first one in Berkshire. Given the grief it has had in its life (googling Podencos and their treatment in Spain requires a strong stomach), it is an utterly lovely dog.
Indeed, Podencos and Galgos are horrifically treated.Well done to you and your in-laws. Would love to see some photos once he/she has settled in.
moorx said:
Would love to see some photos once he/she has settled in.
The only photo I have on me is a rather crap one on my phone (just for clarity, that's FiL in the background, I don't do sandals)
You can see the bite on the side of her neck oozing a bit. She's absolutely fine in the house, but is programmed to "run and not look back" as soon as she gets outside. Zero recall, so she's "lead only" at the moment. Not surprising really. I'm going to get her a GPS collar because I think we're going to need it. The hunting instinct is bonkers sharp - any movement has to be investigated, closely. Most walks with her involve significant hedge work...
rxe said:
The only photo I have on me is a rather crap one on my phone (just for clarity, that's FiL in the background, I don't do sandals)
You can see the bite on the side of her neck oozing a bit. She's absolutely fine in the house, but is programmed to "run and not look back" as soon as she gets outside. Zero recall, so she's "lead only" at the moment. Not surprising really. I'm going to get her a GPS collar because I think we're going to need it. The hunting instinct is bonkers sharp - any movement has to be investigated, closely. Most walks with her involve significant hedge work...
She has a lovely face You can see the bite on the side of her neck oozing a bit. She's absolutely fine in the house, but is programmed to "run and not look back" as soon as she gets outside. Zero recall, so she's "lead only" at the moment. Not surprising really. I'm going to get her a GPS collar because I think we're going to need it. The hunting instinct is bonkers sharp - any movement has to be investigated, closely. Most walks with her involve significant hedge work...
Yes, you may find that the zero recall is permanent - it can be in sighthounds. If she has high prey drive, have your in-laws been advised to use a muzzle?
moorx said:
She has a lovely face
Yes, you may find that the zero recall is permanent - it can be in sighthounds. If she has high prey drive, have your in-laws been advised to use a muzzle?
No one has mentioned muzzles. She's got on really well with our younger GSD. To be honest, she will be on a lead permanently at their place when walking. She can be off lead at our place, if she clobbers the rabbits in the veg patch, all power to her! Yes, you may find that the zero recall is permanent - it can be in sighthounds. If she has high prey drive, have your in-laws been advised to use a muzzle?
Edited by rxe on Thursday 12th November 20:46
rxe said:
No one has mentioned muzzles. She's got on really well with our younger GSD. To be honest, she will be on a lead permanently at their place when walking. She can be off lead at our place, if she clobbers the rabbits in the veg patch, all power to her!
Larger dogs aren't usually an issue - the problem can be with small dogs and cats. I've had a number of sighthounds and sighthound crosses, and their levels of prey drive can vary, but it is as well to be cautious, at least until you know whether it's going to be an issue. Unless they're going to be walking in places where they won't see any other dogs or cats. Don't want to be off-putting, just realistic.Edited by rxe on Thursday 12th November 20:46
Sorry OP for derailing the thread.....
I've noticed that terriers seem to be waning in popularity, except for Borders which seem to have become very popular all of a sudden.
On GSD's they appear to have become quite popular in my neck of the woods of late but the breed looks to have changed markedly from when I were a lad (when they were always called Alsatians) - the hind quarters look deformed to me and the poor beasts seem to struggle with the simple act of walking.
Cockapoos are simply everywear - I love both breeds but the cross is neither fish nor fowl to my eye.
On GSD's they appear to have become quite popular in my neck of the woods of late but the breed looks to have changed markedly from when I were a lad (when they were always called Alsatians) - the hind quarters look deformed to me and the poor beasts seem to struggle with the simple act of walking.
Cockapoos are simply everywear - I love both breeds but the cross is neither fish nor fowl to my eye.
Edited by Lotobear on Friday 13th November 08:57
I have a 10 year old giant, she's a fantastic dog.
Teebs said:
rigga said:
Got a Schnauzer, and getting another early December, yes dome have sky rocketed their prices, but not all have, I like our dog, so another of the same seems the logical choice.
Beautiful dogs, here's my 8 year old:Edited by rigga on Friday 13th November 15:31
Teebs said:
rigga said:
Got a Schnauzer, and getting another early December, yes dome have sky rocketed their prices, but not all have, I like our dog, so another of the same seems the logical choice.
Beautiful dogs, here's my 8 year old:Edited by rigga on Friday 13th November 15:31
The puppie will be joining our 4 year old, hope they get on with each other.
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