BC Crazy Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 Glad you are getting professional advice & you have involved the puppy's breeder.Best of luck. Please keep us posted. Take care. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VizslaMomma Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 Glad you are getting professional advice & you have involved the puppy's breeder.Best of luck. Please keep us posted. Take care. +1 Thinking of you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shakti Posted May 27, 2015 Author Share Posted May 27, 2015 We have talked to many knowledgeable people and sadly have returned this pup to his breeder. I still love the breed but this was not the right individual pup for us. You have all been wonderful with your advice and knowledge - thank you! It was a hard decision to make but better to have done it now than in a few months. We now have a White Swiss Shepherd who is simply wonderful (and my husband's first choice all along! LOL) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salukifan Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 We have talked to many knowledgeable people and sadly have returned this pup to his breeder. I still love the breed but this was not the right individual pup for us. You have all been wonderful with your advice and knowledge - thank you! It was a hard decision to make but better to have done it now than in a few months. We now have a White Swiss Shepherd who is simply wonderful (and my husband's first choice all along! LOL) Glad it worked out. A very tough decision but I think it was only going to get tougher. Good luck with your new pup! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simply Grand Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 Well done making the tough decision :) I think you've been really responsible in taking the issue seriously and seeking advice. Good on the breeder for taking the pup back too. Looking forward to hearing about the fun you have with your new pup! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 oh - what a hard decision - you did well. can't wait to see pics/read stories of the new family member :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espinay2 Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 I know this has been hard for you, but I believe it was the right decision. All the best with the new pup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JulesP Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 Glad that this worked out for you. Enjoy your new puppy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Animal House Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 A really tough decision for you, but I think it was for the best too. And congrats on your new puppy, love the WSS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkySoaringMagpie Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 We have talked to many knowledgeable people and sadly have returned this pup to his breeder. I still love the breed but this was not the right individual pup for us. You have all been wonderful with your advice and knowledge - thank you! It was a hard decision to make but better to have done it now than in a few months. We now have a White Swiss Shepherd who is simply wonderful (and my husband's first choice all along! LOL) A difficult decision but the right one. Glad we were able to help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BC Crazy Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 Glad you decided this as very difficult as it must have been. Some puppies just aren't the right fit. They are all different as are we... Enjoy your new puppy ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jed Posted May 28, 2015 Share Posted May 28, 2015 Question for Maremma breeders? Is this normal for Maremmas? I once owned a Maremmaa x Pyranean male and he didn'd do anything like this (and I very much doubt he came from a "reputable" breeder) To the OP - great decision. Hurts now, but time will heal, and better than being badly bitten in a couple of years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simply Grand Posted May 28, 2015 Share Posted May 28, 2015 Very interested to hear from breeders. I will be surprised if it is normal for Maremmas though. I am far from experienced with them but during my 12 months behaviour testing at RSPCA we had 5 Maremma come through and be assessed and none showed this behaviour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dame Aussie Posted May 28, 2015 Share Posted May 28, 2015 My boy is an Anatolian Maremma cross and never showed this type of behaviour. He is extremely protective of his people. I wouldn't say that type of aggression, especially so young is normal. They are a guarding breed, but it shouldn't be directed at the owners IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetson Posted May 29, 2015 Share Posted May 29, 2015 My maremma only ever growled at one person. She was barking at him and he backed her into a corner and threatened to kick her. My other half over heard and said if you kick her I will kick you. lol Not sure she was the 'norm' though. Glad it has worked out for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casowner Posted May 30, 2015 Share Posted May 30, 2015 My Wolff (CASD) has always been extreme in food resource guarding since the day he arrived but only with the other dog, it is a known trait in my breed/his line so it is managed very carefully. Dogs are separated into different yards at feeding and the yard is inspected carefully before they are put together, I on the other hand can take anything from him. I know my dog and his triggers and tolerances and we do not make mistakes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simply Grand Posted May 30, 2015 Share Posted May 30, 2015 Resource guarding from other dogs is different to resource guarding from humans though (I know you know that casowner). It's pretty "normal" for dogs to warn other dogs off their claimed food, starting with mummy dog telling baby pups to leave her food alone until she decides they can have some. Whereas most dogs are not quick to show real aggression towards humans over resources unless/until they've had experiences that teach them it's beneficial or necessary for them. When I say real aggression, I mean escalating quickly to an actual hard bite. Many dogs don't guard from humans at all, quite a few will warn with moving away, growling etc, some will air snap and maybe bite if pushed enough but the real concerning thing for me with this OP was that the puppy escalated so quickly to a real bite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casowner Posted May 30, 2015 Share Posted May 30, 2015 Oh Wolff is not simply telling off, it would escalate and not be able to be stopped but I know what you are saying :) Resource guarding towards humans is dangerous and dogs require confident, non complacent experienced owners to deal with it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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