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Iron Mike
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Handler in NC
Hello everyone. My name is Mike. I have never owned a Dutch. I currently work in the mountains of NC as a handler in a small town. I currently have a lab "passive alert" and he is an amazing partner but has some health issues that may prevent him from a long career. I am considering purchasing a green DS and training it so that I can have an ample replacement in the event that my dog expires prematurely. I honestly don't know enough about this breed and would not want to make a poor selection. What I have read that interested me so far is that this dog has not been as exploided and overbred as other famous working dog breeds. I also observed my first DS at certification this year and was impressed with the dogs disposition and unique appearance. Any guidance would be appreciated.
"My dogs have trained me just the way they want me."
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icvanstra
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Re: Handler in NC
Welcome to the group.
Take a look around. There is everything from working dogs to pet dogs on here and even working pet dogs that like to be petted...
Take a look around. There is everything from working dogs to pet dogs on here and even working pet dogs that like to be petted...
Eric
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Iron Mike
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Re: Handler in NC
Nothing wrong with that. Happy dogs work the hardest.
"My dogs have trained me just the way they want me."
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Marjolein
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leih merigian
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Re: Handler in NC
Hi Mike, and welcome!
I have a 10 month old DS, and we're training in K9 Nosework, and also do lots of other kinds of scenting exercises and play.
She loves this stuff and excells at it. She'll work as long as I'll let her, too, without losing interest or passion for the search.
There's a lot of info here, as well as some true breed experts, so check things out and ask questions...
I have a 10 month old DS, and we're training in K9 Nosework, and also do lots of other kinds of scenting exercises and play.
She loves this stuff and excells at it. She'll work as long as I'll let her, too, without losing interest or passion for the search.
There's a lot of info here, as well as some true breed experts, so check things out and ask questions...
leih merigian
Vrijheid's H'Geyser
Zodiac vom Younghaus (over the bridge)
Central VA (near Charlottesville)
It's never too late to have a happy childhood...
Vrijheid's H'Geyser
Zodiac vom Younghaus (over the bridge)
Central VA (near Charlottesville)
It's never too late to have a happy childhood...
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GSDNanny
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Re: Handler in NC
Now that is funny, Eric!icvanstra wrote:Welcome to the group.
Take a look around. There is everything from working dogs to pet dogs on here and even working pet dogs that like to be petted...
Welcome Mike! You have come to the right place as there is an abundance of knowledge on the DS breed here by those very willing to share that expertise. But beware, the Dutch Shepherd is very addicting!
Denise Gatlin & Zip, Shooter & the K9 crew
Livin' in the deep south - Louisiana
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Christie M
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Re: Handler in NC
Welcome to the group! DS are not that different from GSD or mal when they work. The difference comes in when you take them home - hopefully. Where in NC are you? We are in Tn and always welcome company!!
Christie Meyer
http://www.northwoodsk9.com
http://www.dutchshepherdrescue.org
http://www.thunderhawkcanine.com
Be proud of the things that you have taught your dog. Be humbled and grateful for all of the things that your dog has taught you. - Unknown
http://www.northwoodsk9.com
http://www.dutchshepherdrescue.org
http://www.thunderhawkcanine.com
Be proud of the things that you have taught your dog. Be humbled and grateful for all of the things that your dog has taught you. - Unknown
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Kristie E
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- Tell us about yourself: I have had a DS for almost a year. Gwen and I are considering participating in PSA and or possible Ring Sport. I also have a Great Dane. I have grown up around working GSDs and my last GSD was a working K9 officer. I am all about dogs and animals in general and want to learn as much as I can about training.
Re: Handler in NC
Welcome to the group. These stripey dogs are very addicting!! We live in Michigan and are planning on moving to NC in a few years... :dswink"
Kristie
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Rommel's Guenhyvar (Gwenice the Menace) BH, PSA PDC sleeve
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Iron Mike
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- Tell us about yourself: I live in NC in the mountains. I currently own a heeler mix and a lab.
Re: Handler in NC
Well NC has pretty amazing scenery. I live in the mountains and the community could stand to be a little more dog friendly but the terrain and climate is awesome for training. Lots of park land for tracking scenarios and such. I haven't actually seen a single dutchee here so maybe I will break the ice. It is a cool feeling to be networking with people who appreciate the doglife as much as me.
"My dogs have trained me just the way they want me."
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Kristie E
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- Tell us about yourself: I have had a DS for almost a year. Gwen and I are considering participating in PSA and or possible Ring Sport. I also have a Great Dane. I have grown up around working GSDs and my last GSD was a working K9 officer. I am all about dogs and animals in general and want to learn as much as I can about training.
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I lived in Jacksonville for a brief amount of time I loved the ocean but my husband wants to live in the mountains. It doesn't matter to me really, I ll be happy to move to somewhere that isn't winter for most of the year... 
Kristie
Rommel's Guenhyvar (Gwenice the Menace) BH, PSA PDC sleeve
Rommel's Guenhyvar (Gwenice the Menace) BH, PSA PDC sleeve