Are many of you breeders?
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Hi Bumhouse- welcome to Chaz!
I have Shibas and plan to start a breeding program in earnest within the next couple of years. Currently I show them in conformation. We play with agility and are toying with the idea of tracking next. I'm finishing up my last semester of college, and then it's off to grad school, so it will be awhile before I get well-in to my breeding program. I'm figuring it will be a *long* time before I find my foundation bitch at any rate (I'm picky...)
I have bred one bitch, that I own on a co-ownership with her breeder. The puppies turned out absolutely fantastic, and one of them is currently the #12 ranked Shiba in the country (all-breed stats) owner-handled. Needless to say, I'm particularly proud of that wonderful boy! My breeder is a fabulous mentor- I certainly wouldn't have undertaken the breeding of my girl without her. Her knowledge and guidance was instrumental, and I think it will be a LONG time before I undertake any breeding completely on my own. I'm still learning tons about this breed daily.
At any rate, welcome once again- and please do show us some photos of your beautiful dog!
I have Shibas and plan to start a breeding program in earnest within the next couple of years. Currently I show them in conformation. We play with agility and are toying with the idea of tracking next. I'm finishing up my last semester of college, and then it's off to grad school, so it will be awhile before I get well-in to my breeding program. I'm figuring it will be a *long* time before I find my foundation bitch at any rate (I'm picky...)
I have bred one bitch, that I own on a co-ownership with her breeder. The puppies turned out absolutely fantastic, and one of them is currently the #12 ranked Shiba in the country (all-breed stats) owner-handled. Needless to say, I'm particularly proud of that wonderful boy! My breeder is a fabulous mentor- I certainly wouldn't have undertaken the breeding of my girl without her. Her knowledge and guidance was instrumental, and I think it will be a LONG time before I undertake any breeding completely on my own. I'm still learning tons about this breed daily.
At any rate, welcome once again- and please do show us some photos of your beautiful dog!
I'm not a breeder yet. I don't know if I ever want to be known as one, because I'm not sure I'd enjoy the "fame." The plan is to get more good dogs, show them, work them, and then if breeding is the next step, I'll cross that bridge when I come to it. But as far as breeding puppies to sell to people, nah. Only people I know. 
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I actually don't think there are that many breeders (percentage-wise) on this forum. It's kind of funny that it would appear that way to you, because not that long ago someone called this forum the "anti-breeder" forum .. *LOL*
I'm not a breeder, at least not yet. After training and showing horses for several years (and teaching lessons and being a 4-H leader) I went into dogs instead. They're much easier to transport and they eat slightly less. I got my first "serious" dog in 1988 and started showing in obedience in 1989 and have continued on ever since. I have nearly 30 performance titles on my dogs so far (16 in obedience, others in agility, rally and a bit of herding and schutzhund - that's not counting CGC's, HIC's, tracking certs, etc.).
I did a lot of studying of dog behavior and training throughout the years with a number of people I admire (and a few I don't, but I listened to them anyway .. *L*). I started my own business in training and behavior consultations, but most of my teaching is done as a volunteer for a local dog group. I'm currently teaching freestyle but have taught everything from puppy kindergarten to utility competition obedience along with agility and rally. I enjoy teaching.
Now, in my 19th year of training dogs, I feel I may be ready to breed one of mine. She has titles yet to earn and health certifications to pass, but she's a pretty great example of her breed.
I don't see many real arguments here, not like you see on other forums. People disagree at times but it's pretty minor. You'll see a quick reaction to someone wanting to breed indiscriminately, or breed without health clearances, or train their dogs using a lot of harsh techniques. Many of us here are pretty adamant about certain breeding concepts or training methods, but overall this is a friendly forum and very peaceful considering how diversified we are.
I hope you enjoy it here -
Melanie and the gang in Alaska
I'm not a breeder, at least not yet. After training and showing horses for several years (and teaching lessons and being a 4-H leader) I went into dogs instead. They're much easier to transport and they eat slightly less. I got my first "serious" dog in 1988 and started showing in obedience in 1989 and have continued on ever since. I have nearly 30 performance titles on my dogs so far (16 in obedience, others in agility, rally and a bit of herding and schutzhund - that's not counting CGC's, HIC's, tracking certs, etc.).
I did a lot of studying of dog behavior and training throughout the years with a number of people I admire (and a few I don't, but I listened to them anyway .. *L*). I started my own business in training and behavior consultations, but most of my teaching is done as a volunteer for a local dog group. I'm currently teaching freestyle but have taught everything from puppy kindergarten to utility competition obedience along with agility and rally. I enjoy teaching.
Now, in my 19th year of training dogs, I feel I may be ready to breed one of mine. She has titles yet to earn and health certifications to pass, but she's a pretty great example of her breed.
I don't see many real arguments here, not like you see on other forums. People disagree at times but it's pretty minor. You'll see a quick reaction to someone wanting to breed indiscriminately, or breed without health clearances, or train their dogs using a lot of harsh techniques. Many of us here are pretty adamant about certain breeding concepts or training methods, but overall this is a friendly forum and very peaceful considering how diversified we are.
I hope you enjoy it here -
Melanie and the gang in Alaska
I'm not a breeder or a trainer or a show person either. At the moment I have just the one dog, Skye, my boxer. I love her to bits and she's a great dog but I know after hanging out here and on other dog forums that I made lots of mistakes with her when she was younger - over protecting her mostly.
Luckily, she's turned out great, in spite of me and I know when I get round to adding a new pupper to my pack I'll get lots of great advice here on how not to make the same mistakes again.
Your collie is beautiful Bumhouse but if you don't mind me asking, where did the name come from. It cracks me up every time I see it. (pun intended )
Luckily, she's turned out great, in spite of me and I know when I get round to adding a new pupper to my pack I'll get lots of great advice here on how not to make the same mistakes again.
Your collie is beautiful Bumhouse but if you don't mind me asking, where did the name come from. It cracks me up every time I see it. (pun intended
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Not a breeder, trainer, show person here either.................Just someone who loves dogs & wants the best for them. Including & especially mine
The humorous folks on this forum is what attracted me to join instead of lurk...............I can find humor in ALMOST any situation & appreciate those who can too. I have seen some "hairy" stuff, but you are gonna get that anywhere you have a bunch of people with differing opinions, all in all I think chaz is pretty nice so far
The humorous folks on this forum is what attracted me to join instead of lurk...............I can find humor in ALMOST any situation & appreciate those who can too. I have seen some "hairy" stuff, but you are gonna get that anywhere you have a bunch of people with differing opinions, all in all I think chaz is pretty nice so far
In a few years I'd like to breed Alaskan huskies for sprint sledding to maintain and hopefully improve the sled world.
But only if I can get dogs that are worth doing that.
My dog Tyr I wish I had left intact as he's very very good at his job... however I'm not ready to breed yet anyways so he was fixed.
But only if I can get dogs that are worth doing that.
My dog Tyr I wish I had left intact as he's very very good at his job... however I'm not ready to breed yet anyways so he was fixed.
I'm no breeder..just a pet person.
I am crazy about dogs (and animals in general) and I am always looking to learn more. I am interested in improving and learning about training and dog to person communication.
I don't think I can picture myself breeding or showing..I picture myself rescuing and doing things like agility, herding, rally, etc.
I am crazy about dogs (and animals in general) and I am always looking to learn more. I am interested in improving and learning about training and dog to person communication.
I don't think I can picture myself breeding or showing..I picture myself rescuing and doing things like agility, herding, rally, etc.
ToscasMom - I love the new siggy. It turned out great. One of these days I'll get one but for now I like to spend all my time talking!!
Skyeboxer - THANKS! Actually, the Collie's name is Colt. My name is Kim. The screen name comes from my last name which has a baum in it so they call my husband "Bummy" as a nickname. It just kind of stuck but has nothing to do with the part that's "crackin'" you up.
You guys are all great. I love it here - also for the humor. My daughter has been sick so we have been stuck at home - i.e. extra time on the computer for her and me (she has one right next to me). This forum really brightens my day - plus it is so cold here I don't think I'd go out much anyway although I did go food shopping this morning - YUCK!!
Skyeboxer - THANKS! Actually, the Collie's name is Colt. My name is Kim. The screen name comes from my last name which has a baum in it so they call my husband "Bummy" as a nickname. It just kind of stuck but has nothing to do with the part that's "crackin'" you up.
You guys are all great. I love it here - also for the humor. My daughter has been sick so we have been stuck at home - i.e. extra time on the computer for her and me (she has one right next to me). This forum really brightens my day - plus it is so cold here I don't think I'd go out much anyway although I did go food shopping this morning - YUCK!!
