My new dog is on his way from Germany!

[x11]

beat me to it.....twice err thrice.

[Olivers mama]

Originally Posted by onyx'girl

1. This is part of the reason for people questioning your choice... 2. Lines are very important in the make up of the dogs temperament and health.

1. That may be 1 reason, but I doubt it. And the choice has already been made anyway - I think it's a moot point.
2. "Lines" may be extremely important in showing. Breeders may think their "lines" are of the utmost importance in PP, as well. But - I've seen it - breed &/or lines are less important if you're looking at a good OB or PPD. What - you think only a good purebred will produce a good PPD?

Mutts work quite nicely in this arena - so much for good breeding "lines". The most fascinating PPD I've ever watched was a Pom/Poodle X - it learned to leap from it's owners' arms to go after the "bad guy". Another was a goofy Setter from a puppy mill...

(BTW - people aren't just 'questioning' the decision - they're lecturing.)

[onyx'girl]

Olivers momma....if someone is clueless on the lines they are getting yet spending $$, that does raise a few questions.
Lines are important in more than showing! Dogs that aren't balanced are a huge liability and breeders that aren't doing right by the breeding matches are not doing the breed justice.
I'm not saying buy the champion/champion...far from it! The buyer should at least know a bit about the lineage to better understand the dog. Seldom do people pay $$ for mutts.

[Olivers mama]

Originally Posted by onyx'girl

Seldom do people pay $$ for mutts.

Oh yes they do --- Labradoodles, Schnockers, etc. Nothing more than mutts, yet they're called "Designer " breeds. Mutts.

Pehaps the OP wants to know what the lines mean. Then she can look at Dino's pedigree differently. Or perhaps understand more.

[onyx'girl]

I'm talking about PP dogs.... that is what this thread is about?

[Jack's Dad]

Congratulations on your new dog. I'm sure you will enjoy him.

If we all needed to have a strong knowledge of bloodlines and pedigrees then about 95% of this board would not be able purchase any dog.

We all start somewhere.

[onyx'girl]

We do all start somewhere....but purchasing a PP dog & being 'clueless' could be a bit dicey!
'Strong knowledge' is a far cry from 'clueless'

[KLZ86]

Originally Posted by onyx'girl

We do all start somewhere....but purchasing a PP dog & being 'clueless' could be a bit dicey!
'Strong knowledge' is a far cry from 'clueless'

Well I don't see you posting about his lines .

[msvette2u]

Originally Posted by onyx'girl

We do all start somewhere....but purchasing a PP dog & being 'clueless' could be a bit dicey!
'Strong knowledge' is a far cry from 'clueless'

Starting somewhere is coming on here for advice about bloodlines, etc. before you hand over a check and say "send me the dog".

Something nobody much has mentioned...

nor did they seem okay with the fact that I had a child and other dogs.

There may well be a reason they were not okay sending a 1-2yr. old protection trained dog to a "clueless" owner with kids and Chihuahuas.

I don't know if you have this dog yet, or not, but introducing a (probably intact) 2yr. old dog to 2 yappy little dogs who, if typical to the breed, don't care for large dogs, and a child (not sure of the age, you didn't say) could be a bit dicey.

Personally, I'd start with a "two week shut down". Do you know if this dog lived in a home with other dogs/kids? Was he kept kenneled? Why is he still at the breeders at age 2? (MrsK may be able to tell me if that's typical).

[onyx'girl]

Arras vom Schwartenzwinger - working-dog.eu
Arras is a very strong drive, stronger and more serious dog.
Result of the German Youth and Junior Championships 2012 in Hockenheim 99/93/92 No. 2 IPO III Junior. Arras was held on the BSP in Bayreuth
Echidna vom Halley'schen Komet - working-dog.euLarge, medium strong, good withers, firm back, short croup with good location. Front straight, chest conditions balanced, good Hinterhandwinklung, Schrittweise.Sicheres very good temperament, TSB pronounced, from leaves.