Australian Shepherd issues

[ChickenfootDuckbutt]

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an Austalian shepherd doesn't KNOW it's an "Australian Shepherd" dogs have no concept of "breed"



I don't like Australian Shepherds either, one of my Aunts has had them my entire life, right now she has two, one is a mix, and they are the MEANEST dogs I've ever come across, they don't bite, but they don't trust ANYONE, even my grandfather who goes over to my aunts atleast 2 times a week, they bark and bark and bark, and he still can't touch them, after 4 years!

*ahem* ban them and kill them cause they're dangerous :O

but no seriously, if you're already weary, it doesn't matter what breed of dog it is, if you go up with the mind-set of "if this thing goes for me I'mm keel it" any dog would be fearful, but as far as snapping?, that dog should not be adopted out.

 

[rodriguezpoultry]

That's probably what happened. I was probably nervous. Can you blame me?

I don't think I'll ever get over the fear. Probably in my best interest to keep far away. I'll stick to labs and GSD.

 

[dainerra]

Whoever believes dogs don't realize diferent breeds hasn't spent time around GSDs. Lol

They are breed snobs to the max. I think it has more to do with body language and play styles than looks, but dogs definitely have a preference.

Shoot, my birds separate themselves by breed when they free range...

 

[carolinagirl58]

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Chihuahuas are known to be breed snobs too.

 

[1muttsfan]

Dogs are attracted more to the dogs that look like those they see when young, such as mother and littermates - those that look like them.