Jebadiah is looking for a new home, that's what he's looking for. Jebadiah is the last of out 'J' litter of schnauzer puppies to go to a new home. The only problem is he hasn't found that home yet.
We've been looking too, and we hope someone out there knows where his new home might be. He's a standard schnauzer, a lovely boy, just not as gorgeous as the boy and girl Holkschter Kennels are keeping for showing.
He is very cute though, but cute won't win, you need more than that. Cute can do protecting your home, playing with your children, sitting on your lap, if that's what you want. Jebadiah can do all of this and more! Obedience training for sure, maybe even trialling if that's what you want.
Jeb's sister Jenne is allowed to play with him now, she's feeling a lot better, still limping a little bit, but her eyes are looking good and the other symptoms are looking much better. We've all been worried about Jenne, but I think after our next visit to the vet on Monday, the news will be even better!
Showing posts with label dog training. Show all posts
Showing posts with label dog training. Show all posts
Jul 18, 2008
Jun 19, 2008
Dogs and Cats
I've been writing about Dogs and Cats for some time now, and it's paid off in various ways. I don't have a cat, but I've lived with one with my husband, and when I was a teenager. I think my thing is that I just don't 'get' cats the way I 'get' dogs. Cats do intrigue me though, and they are totally beautifully creatures.
I understand dogs, I know why they do things. I guess I know why cats do things too, because they can! Cats can do almost anything and get away with it. Sometimes the Pharaoh Hounds seem quite cat like, particularly when they have the scent of someting and their thinking brain switches off. I think cats are more in touch with their basic animal nature than most dogs are. And I think Pharaoh Hounds are more in touch with their animal nature than Schnauzers are.
As I've said before, Schnauzers don't turn off the way Pharaoh Hounds do when they get the scent of something to chase. Don 't get me wrong, the Pharaoh Hounds are lovely, they're just not obedient the way a Schnauzer is (or should be). The Schnauzer wants to please the boss, the Pharaoh Hound, like a cat, think it is the boss.
Slight change of subject - I heard on the radio yesterday a story about a new breed of cat being introduced to Australia. It's called the Savannah Cat, and it's a cross between a Serval and a domestic cat. The Serval is more than twice the size of a pussy cat, and it's a hunting machine, like all of the wild cats. This seems so wrong! The breeders in Australia say the bush won't be overrun with pitiless hunting machines, but what if???? It sounds bad to me.
I understand dogs, I know why they do things. I guess I know why cats do things too, because they can! Cats can do almost anything and get away with it. Sometimes the Pharaoh Hounds seem quite cat like, particularly when they have the scent of someting and their thinking brain switches off. I think cats are more in touch with their basic animal nature than most dogs are. And I think Pharaoh Hounds are more in touch with their animal nature than Schnauzers are.
As I've said before, Schnauzers don't turn off the way Pharaoh Hounds do when they get the scent of something to chase. Don 't get me wrong, the Pharaoh Hounds are lovely, they're just not obedient the way a Schnauzer is (or should be). The Schnauzer wants to please the boss, the Pharaoh Hound, like a cat, think it is the boss.
Slight change of subject - I heard on the radio yesterday a story about a new breed of cat being introduced to Australia. It's called the Savannah Cat, and it's a cross between a Serval and a domestic cat. The Serval is more than twice the size of a pussy cat, and it's a hunting machine, like all of the wild cats. This seems so wrong! The breeders in Australia say the bush won't be overrun with pitiless hunting machines, but what if???? It sounds bad to me.
Jun 10, 2008
A schnauzer is a schnauzer is a schnauzer
When someone says I want a Schnauzer I immediately think of the Schnauzers I have at my house. We breed Standard Schnauzers, so called because they were the original Schnauzer - the standard or original breed.
One theory of how the Miniature came about is from breeding Affenpinschers with Schnauzers, bringing down the size. This happened in the 19th century and Miniatures have been bred true for over one hundred years.
The Standard Schnauzer was created well before then, and they were used as general farm dogs - guarding, herding, ratters, child minders. They still retain these instincts to this day. Schnauzers are used in herding trials, particularly in America, and some Australians can attest to their herding abilities.
Both sizes of schnauzer are nice dogs, but I prefer the Standard Schnauzer. I like bigger dogs and I prefer the slightly easier care coat of the Standard - not really much difference if you keep the grooming done regularly.
The Standard has a deceptively deep bark, and people can be surprised when the see the size of your dog if they have only heard it barking without seeing the dog. The Miniature Schnauzer has a much higher pitched bark which I personally don't like at all. Both breeds are good at obedience, and I certainly recommend doing obedience training with any dog you bring into your family.
Training will help you build a stronger relationship with your dog, as it helps you both learn more about each other. A well trained dog is a delight to live with. An untrained dog is not.
The Schnauzer is an intelligent dog, and learns quickly - good and bad! So it is up to you if you bring a Schnauzer into your home to decide what you want your dog to be allowed to do. Things that are cute when a tiny baby pup does it can be a nuisance if an adult dog does it.
One theory of how the Miniature came about is from breeding Affenpinschers with Schnauzers, bringing down the size. This happened in the 19th century and Miniatures have been bred true for over one hundred years.
The Standard Schnauzer was created well before then, and they were used as general farm dogs - guarding, herding, ratters, child minders. They still retain these instincts to this day. Schnauzers are used in herding trials, particularly in America, and some Australians can attest to their herding abilities.
Both sizes of schnauzer are nice dogs, but I prefer the Standard Schnauzer. I like bigger dogs and I prefer the slightly easier care coat of the Standard - not really much difference if you keep the grooming done regularly.
The Standard has a deceptively deep bark, and people can be surprised when the see the size of your dog if they have only heard it barking without seeing the dog. The Miniature Schnauzer has a much higher pitched bark which I personally don't like at all. Both breeds are good at obedience, and I certainly recommend doing obedience training with any dog you bring into your family.
Training will help you build a stronger relationship with your dog, as it helps you both learn more about each other. A well trained dog is a delight to live with. An untrained dog is not.
The Schnauzer is an intelligent dog, and learns quickly - good and bad! So it is up to you if you bring a Schnauzer into your home to decide what you want your dog to be allowed to do. Things that are cute when a tiny baby pup does it can be a nuisance if an adult dog does it.
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