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DH and I are talking about getting a dog we have found on this board.
I just spoke to the owner and I am really uncertain how to proceed from here. The information in the ad/Rescue and the information from the owner is conflicting.
I have left a message for the rescue person to get her opinion on this.
The dog definitely has a problem with strangers, and possibly other dogs. The owner is not sure, I was told that she is protective of the family, but very good with children. He said that if someone knocks on the door she will bark and lay down blocking the door if she does not want this person in the house. He also said that she requires a very firm hand. If dogs were being dogs and wrestling, would it escalate into a full blown fight with one or both dogs being seriously hurt?
The information I got from rescue was different.
How do I know the true temperment of this dog? I would love to rescue her, but not at a risk to Rocky, my boys, or even DH or I. Anyone have any advice on this situation? I understand that there would be a adjustment period for all of us, but I am kind of hesitant. I also don't want to take her and then have to rehome her if these issues are worse than I have been told.
I am not sure I am getting the whole story! Also I would like more info on the rescue but would prefer to do that through PM if anyone can help!
I just spoke to the owner and I am really uncertain how to proceed from here. The information in the ad/Rescue and the information from the owner is conflicting.
I have left a message for the rescue person to get her opinion on this.
The dog definitely has a problem with strangers, and possibly other dogs. The owner is not sure, I was told that she is protective of the family, but very good with children. He said that if someone knocks on the door she will bark and lay down blocking the door if she does not want this person in the house. He also said that she requires a very firm hand. If dogs were being dogs and wrestling, would it escalate into a full blown fight with one or both dogs being seriously hurt?
The information I got from rescue was different.
How do I know the true temperment of this dog? I would love to rescue her, but not at a risk to Rocky, my boys, or even DH or I. Anyone have any advice on this situation? I understand that there would be a adjustment period for all of us, but I am kind of hesitant. I also don't want to take her and then have to rehome her if these issues are worse than I have been told.
I am not sure I am getting the whole story! Also I would like more info on the rescue but would prefer to do that through PM if anyone can help!