DISC GOLF NETS
Would you get an Australian Shepherd?
if you were a freelance writer / writing instructor who spends most his work life in his 2 bedroom apartment which is situated in a dog friendly suburb with plenty of allocated space for his potential pet to catch discs twice a day?
I’ve read quite a bit on Answers and the ‘net, though I’m still unsure of this “has to have a job” concept. Is disc tossing enough? How about if a dog runs into town while I ride my bike, guarding it while I meet with a client (I’ve seen this “job can be something to protect” slant ’bout aussies)? Or should I buy mini sheep (joking! I wouldn’t get minis!)?
I’m looking right at Aussies because of their intelligence, attachment, and activity (already play disc golf and ultimate, so I want the frisbee hat trick). But I’m also worried about my small place.
Any thoughts? And if not A. Sheps, then…..
Hi!
I support your choice and reasons for wanting to own an Aussie dog, and as an owner of three such pups, here’s my two cents… First, keeping an Aussie dog is a lot like keeping a three-year old child around… No matter how old the dog gets… The human outgrows the need to be over-stimulated, the dog doesn’t. It’s not the need for space or exercise that will prove a challenge. Rather, the breeds mental and emotional make-up are the real deal maker or breakers.
All Aussie breeds are a terse combo of intellectual strategist, obsessive-compulsive, unpretentious loyalty and work ethic, micro-manager, and stimulus junky. The shepherds are the stars of the Aussie camp, and they have very extroverted, giving, people-pleasing personalities. They are also very high-strung, easily “wounded” or overwhelmed emotionally, and they need a lot affirmation. Given your lifestyle, and occupational choices, I would very strongly recommend an Aussie Cattle dog instead. The Cattle dog has all the smarts, energy, and character package of the Aussie breed, but they have an introverted nature that makes them much more stable and self-confident, and exponentially lower maintenance. Cattle dogs are very owner-oriented and are no-nonsense guardians, untiringly vigilant of your every move and mood, while running off trespassers and micro-managing anyone and everything that can’t escape their ministrations. Cattle dogs would love to have your approval, but they don’t live for it, and they get over themselves and the moment without the shepherd’s angst. Not a dog for meek or lazy personalities, and faultlessly intelligent and loyal companions for their owners, who, as far as a cattle dog is concerned, is the only human in the universe he/she will literally lay their life down for. I’ve had both shepherds and cattle dogs, and I’ll bet good money you’ll be much happier with the latter. Check them out! Best of luck on your canine companion search.
Chipping Masters’ Pitch Master!
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