help me choose

sallie said:
what do you mean by sucky?
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Sucky means glued to humans and just wants to please them! Be close to them! An extrovert in some ways, though not always.

The antithesis that I had recently to this was Ginnie. She was a lovely 3 year old blue merle. I brought her home after Xmas. She was a lovely girl but so introverted that she could not deal with myself and Bacca (my 10 month old male). She had lots of energy but just wanted to spend it on her own. She wasn't interested in playing with either myself or Bacca. Though she was somewhat affectionate, she was mostly detached.

The breeder and I determined that she was not a good fit and unfortunately she went back after 1 week. Hardest decision I ever made. So I dropped her off and picked up Indy. A fireball but loving and affectionate as they come.

Bacca is more reserved and quient than Indy but he's still love's his human's first.
 
Well, I've had both boys and girls. The biggest difference I've noticed is that it's easier to rub a girl dogs tummy, because the boy dog's ***** gets in the way--not a very good way to pick a dog. All my dog's have been "velcro" dogs and "sucky". I think it depends on how much time you spend with the dog. If you feed it, treat it, train it, walk it, get down on the floor and act like a puppy with it, praise it, and stroke it--it's gonna want to be around you all the time. I did let my favorite dog pick me out. I laid down on the floor, the breeder let the litter in, and the first puppy to run over and lick my face was mine or I was hers. I think if you're not really sure yet, then they might not be the right puppies, so it might be better to wait for the next litter. At any rate, I'll pray that you get the right puppy for you. Good luck!!
 
Sallie I have always had a pretty equal number of boys and girls. Right now I have 4 biys and 5 girls. Each little one has unique "favorites" as far as humans go. My Maizie is not too fond of hubby and the same thing with my Rachie. Two of my males adore hubby. I guess it really depends on the dogs and persons personalities
 
As an agility prospect, I would be looking for the outgoing one, the one that wants to play. However, I would also look at a dogs work ethic. One that will try new things without pitching an overly large fit, learns quickly, and will do things because you asked are things I want in my agility dog. Also, a dog who is extremely noise sensitive can be tougher to have for agility. It also doesn't hurt to have drive. I test my puppies by trying them on puppy-size contact equipment/tunnels, leash training, and teaching basic obedience. It lets me learn a lot about their personality, what type of dog they're going to be, and what they're suited best for. A dog who is willing to work for you will make up for a lot.
As for the dog being a velcro dog, be careful what you wish for, and really think about what type of dog you want on the agility course. I have both types- velcro dogs, and those who like to work at a distance. They are completely different to run. My velcro dogs tend to be very handler focused, and are generally very accurate. However, it can be difficult to be where you need to if they're stuck to your hip, and you're going to wind up doing a lot more running because you'll have to run along with them. My distance dogs are usually more independant, and I can get great send outs on them, which makes it easier to be where I need to. I also don't have to run quite as much with that type of dog. These also tend to be my faster dogs because they aren't worried about being stuck by my side. There are pros and cons to each type.
If you're serious about the agility bit, and it's not going to just be a casual once in a while thing, I'd look closer at the girl.
 
Does anybody still use the Volhard puppy personality test? The last I had heard they had discontinued use of it since the dogs grew up with such different personalities than they had as puppies. If you are interested there is good information on the test at "www.volhard.com". Would also like to know for my own benefit when looking for a puppy, is it still being used?
 
I just started with it on my last litter (which is now six months old). I kept two of the pups- a little girl and a little boy to grow out. I kind of incorporated it with a few of my own tests. I feel like it can be a useful tool in helping to understand the personality type of each puppy early on, but once the pups go home with puppy buyers, it is up to them to nurture the puppy, and continue socialization to make sure they either continue on as bright, outgoing puppies, or to bring them out of shyness.
 
So here is what I decided to do...

I am waiting for the next litter. She is due in the middle of febuary. None of the current puppies seem to really like me. Certainly none of them chose me. I feel alot better now that I am not forcing myself to choose. lol

Thanks for all the info guys!!
 
[putting her right hand on her chest and belting it out...]
ANTICIPATION.....AN - TI - CI - PAY -AY - TION IS making me WAIT......


:lol:

Sorry, couldn't resist.
A puppy is a 10-18 year commitment. If you aren't feeling connected to one of these pups, then the right thing to do is to wait and keep looking.
 
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