This may be kind of an odd topic but for those of you with purebreds I was just wondering if your breed's popularity or rarity bothers you or not? Whether it be a breed you currently own or your favourite breed, even if you don't have one of your own. Lol...perhaps I'm just weird, but it the fact that Tollers are gaining popularity really quickly does bother me a lot. Ever since the American Kennel Club recongized them in 2004, they've been gaining popularity like they're going out of style. I hate it. I've been waiting for YEARS to get a Toller and still don't have my own yet and people who just discovered them a year or less ago have one already. Most people seem to be getting them because they're an attractive, small retriever. They seem to think they're mini Goldens and don't realize just how high drive and active they are. In my opinion, people don't spend enough time getting to know the breed before going out to get one. It used to be that I'd only see a Toller at a dog show, now I see them almost every time I go out. They're especially abundant in parts of British Columbia, you see one there left, right and centre. They're attracting tons BYBs already and I fear that they're going to be just as popular as the Labrador or the Golden someday and I really don't want that. It's just going to ruin them. I don't know, it just really bothers me that they're gaining popularity so quickly. I know others who feel the same about their breed and others who think I'm just crazy. So, how do you feel??
Does the popularity or rarity of your breed bother you?
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I know exactly what you're feeling. I have standard poodles and just look at what BYB's are doing creating all those designer breeds using poodles.
Whenever there is a big movie which focuses on a certain breed there is then a big influx of people wanting that breed whether or not they are suited for their lifestyle. After the 101 Dalmations there were all these families who just had to have one of their own. Since BYB's are in their business just for the sake of making the almighty dollar they will quickly seize any opportunity to be able to fill the demand.
A responsible breeder would never sell a pup to anyone who doesn't have the lifestyle that would be harmonious with their breed. First & foremost they are thinking of the well being of the pup, not their pocketbook.
Whenever there is a big movie which focuses on a certain breed there is then a big influx of people wanting that breed whether or not they are suited for their lifestyle. After the 101 Dalmations there were all these families who just had to have one of their own. Since BYB's are in their business just for the sake of making the almighty dollar they will quickly seize any opportunity to be able to fill the demand.
A responsible breeder would never sell a pup to anyone who doesn't have the lifestyle that would be harmonious with their breed. First & foremost they are thinking of the well being of the pup, not their pocketbook.
Since I own rottweilers, I'll have to say a big HELL YEAH on this. I wish that people wouldn't get rottweilers, and I'll usually be the first to discourage new owners from getting one. The breed started it's downward spiral once it became popular, 10-15 years ago.
Btw, NSDTR are INCREDIBLY popular here... being that it's Nova Scotia. They're a dime a dozen, LOL.
Btw, NSDTR are INCREDIBLY popular here... being that it's Nova Scotia.
They're a dime a dozen, LOL.
I don't have a dog yet but I'm planning to get a black lab and already I feel so un-unique. I wanted something different, something tons of people don't have labs and retrievers. I'm almost hypocritical saying that seeing as I'm going to get one and increase the popularity but a lab will fit in best with my life. I'm not doing it because I think they are the cutest or anything I'm buying a lab because thats the best idea, although i have to say I think labs are adorable.
Thats why I love mix breeds >>>> Tongue in cheek not saying you should make them. I dont mean goldendoodles or whatever I mean real Heinz 57 When ya got one you just dont walk down the street and see a look alike or spittin image! personally I dont care that other ppl have the same breed or that my dogs breed is popular. It isnt the looks that attracted me its my dogs personality and to me nobodys dog matches my dog even if they are Identical ! lol My dog is in a catagory of its own In my heart!
I hate it.
Mind you popularity has it's up sides. Lets say you were to loose your BC or some other working breed and you used that dog every day to help heard sheep, protect, what ever. It's not going to take you 4 years to get a new one to help with your lively hood. Mind you I feal that when things are just a fad it really brings out the worst in the breed. What happens when the next fad comes around? Are people going to dump their paticular dog because it's out of style? Some people would because thats why they got it in the first place.
With the rarer breeds it's harder to find a BYB because there is no call for them.
I am looking at a dutch shepherd for my next breed. I like they they are some what hard to find. Why? because most people if they want a guard type dog they go to the popular GSD. Mind you I do know of at least 2 dutchie breeders not to buy from.
I think that not being CKC reconized is a good thing for the dutchie. Why? because UKC events are harder to find here. If it was easy then more people would have them. THe hardness of finding UKC conformation events means people who really want the BREED and are willing to put the time and effort into the breed will usually get the breed. Or they dont care about CKC reg because they are going to do Sch like me.
Mind you popularity has it's up sides. Lets say you were to loose your BC or some other working breed and you used that dog every day to help heard sheep, protect, what ever. It's not going to take you 4 years to get a new one to help with your lively hood. Mind you I feal that when things are just a fad it really brings out the worst in the breed. What happens when the next fad comes around? Are people going to dump their paticular dog because it's out of style? Some people would because thats why they got it in the first place.
With the rarer breeds it's harder to find a BYB because there is no call for them.
I am looking at a dutch shepherd for my next breed. I like they they are some what hard to find. Why? because most people if they want a guard type dog they go to the popular GSD. Mind you I do know of at least 2 dutchie breeders not to buy from.
I think that not being CKC reconized is a good thing for the dutchie. Why? because UKC events are harder to find here. If it was easy then more people would have them. THe hardness of finding UKC conformation events means people who really want the BREED and are willing to put the time and effort into the breed will usually get the breed. Or they dont care about CKC reg because they are going to do Sch like me.
Having a Rottie bothers me the most. Once Roxie is gone I will never be able to find another Rottie with her german bloodlines. Hers are dead. Rotties have been so down-bred that the protectiveness, and tenacity of the breed seems to be gone...this really saddens me. I would give my eye teeth to have another Roxie when she does go. She is one in a million.
I am concerned about my Fila, but the majority of Fila owners are doing everything in their power to keep the breed as true to the original breed as possible. I really appreciate that, and will fight with them to maintain that rare breed status. I honestly try to discourage most people from owning one...they are not bred to be an everyone's dog.
I am concerned about my Fila, but the majority of Fila owners are doing everything in their power to keep the breed as true to the original breed as possible. I really appreciate that, and will fight with them to maintain that rare breed status. I honestly try to discourage most people from owning one...they are not bred to be an everyone's dog.
I hate it that Shelties are getting so popular. When my family first got into them about 18 years ago, not many people knew what they were. Now, they are gaining a lot of popularity which is leading to SO many faults. I've seen so many "purebred" shelties lately that look nothing like the breed standard. Not only that, but the problem with shyness seems to be getting worse since people aren't breeding wisely.
I have two rare breeds. Catahoulas are actually pretty common around here; you even see ads in the paper giving away Catahoula pups for free. But blackmouth curs are another story. While they are more common over here than in most places in the U.S., most people still haven't even heard of them.
I know popularity can be bad for a breed. But I do wish that there were more blackmouth curs around. Zeus is such a wonderful dog, handsome and with such a sweet temperament, that he gets frequent admiration. It makes me sad that more people can't experience how wonderful these dogs are.
Although I love doing activities with my dogs, I can't take them to compete in any dog events, such as Rally-O or agility. All the events around here are AKC sponsored. If your dog isn't an AKC-recognized breed, they can't compete.
I do try to give people a bit of an education whenever they ask about Zeus. But I've had people flat-out tell me "You mean he's a mutt," or wink and say "Ah, one of those made-up purebreds."
It doesn't matter to me whether people think Zeus is a purebred or not. But like I said, I do wish that more people would get the opportunity to live with these wonderful dogs.
EDIT: I just have to throw something good in this post! I'd say the thing I like the most is taking the boys out for a walk and having people stop and ask "What kind of dog is that?" They usually get very interested if it's a breed they've never heard of. And I admit, it is nice to feel a bit unique.
I know popularity can be bad for a breed. But I do wish that there were more blackmouth curs around. Zeus is such a wonderful dog, handsome and with such a sweet temperament, that he gets frequent admiration. It makes me sad that more people can't experience how wonderful these dogs are.
Although I love doing activities with my dogs, I can't take them to compete in any dog events, such as Rally-O or agility. All the events around here are AKC sponsored. If your dog isn't an AKC-recognized breed, they can't compete.
I do try to give people a bit of an education whenever they ask about Zeus. But I've had people flat-out tell me "You mean he's a mutt," or wink and say "Ah, one of those made-up purebreds."
It doesn't matter to me whether people think Zeus is a purebred or not. But like I said, I do wish that more people would get the opportunity to live with these wonderful dogs.
EDIT: I just have to throw something good in this post! I'd say the thing I like the most is taking the boys out for a walk and having people stop and ask "What kind of dog is that?" They usually get very interested if it's a breed they've never heard of. And I admit, it is nice to feel a bit unique.
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i have two pit bulls, so my answer is obviously absolutely it bothers me. these dogs wouldn't be in the state they're in, with lawmakers, activists, and even freaking peta trying to exterminate them as a breed. this used to be a noble, respected breed, but no more, and a lot of that is due to their popularity in certain social groups as well as their being bred and bred and bred (and bred some more).
you go to the shelter here and half of the cages are filled with pit bulls. most of them are sweet, wonderful, and in some cases absolutely gorgeous dogs and for all their popularity, no one wants them.
you go to the shelter here and half of the cages are filled with pit bulls. most of them are sweet, wonderful, and in some cases absolutely gorgeous dogs and for all their popularity, no one wants them.
You may not be able to get her lines, but there are MANY good lines here, with those things still in them. Just don't give up the ghost, and do your pedigree research.
There's no need to go to Europe to get german bloodlines, not when MOST well bred rottweilers have those lines in them, and are being bred here, in Canada and the States.
There's no need to go to Europe to get german bloodlines, not when MOST well bred rottweilers have those lines in them, and are being bred here, in Canada and the States.
I don't know if anyone would consider boxers a popular breed or not...I don't, because I never see them around here. Them being unpopular doesn't bother me in the slightest. They're just popular enough that it's not hard to find a good breeder, but still unpopular in that I never see anyone else with them. I know 2 other boxers: 1 is my sister's, and the other one is a beautiful brindle that lives down the street from me. Personally I don't want them becoming any more popular.
Lucy is a mutt...but because she is a mix of bichon & poodle I'm afraid she probably is a popular mix, and that kind of scares me.
Lucy is a mutt...but because she is a mix of bichon & poodle I'm afraid she probably is a popular mix, and that kind of scares me.
Where I live, corgis are not popular at all (Pembroke or Cardigan), and I'd like it to stay that way. The closest reliable breeder is over 2 hours away ! When people do ask about them because they want a dog, the first thing I tell them is that they have an amazing amount of energy for their size and are always on the go, because a lot of people think that small dog=small exercise needs. I also tell them that they are known for barking, heavy shedding, they can be territorial and sometimes dog aggressive. If they are still interested, I do tell them the good of the breed. I just hope that they never become part of the deigner dog fad, because people love their little legs and they look very unique, but I think that a corgidoodle would look just plain freaky !
When people ask what kind of dog Mollie is because she is "soooo cute" or "omg I want one!" I always cringe. I hate telling them that she is a Pomapoo, but I also view it as a teaching opportunity to tell them how they are mutts being bred to make money, and how many problems they can have, etc.
! When people do ask about them because they want a dog, the first thing I tell them is that they have an amazing amount of energy for their size and are always on the go, because a lot of people think that small dog=small exercise needs. I also tell them that they are known for barking, heavy shedding, they can be territorial and sometimes dog aggressive. If they are still interested, I do tell them the good of the breed. I just hope that they never become part of the deigner dog fad, because people love their little legs and they look very unique, but I think that a corgidoodle would look just plain freaky !When people ask what kind of dog Mollie is because she is "soooo cute" or "omg I want one!" I always cringe. I hate telling them that she is a Pomapoo, but I also view it as a teaching opportunity to tell them how they are mutts being bred to make money, and how many problems they can have, etc.
The popularity of pitt has obviously been a negative...so I would have to say that it does bother me. I got my pitt because he was a rescue. I didn't go out looking for a pittbull because their known to be "mean" or "agressive". In my town every young "gangster" has one, just because of their rep. They all hate it when I walk around with my little guy letting old/young people pet him saying he's SOO sweet and loveable..lol.. I guess I destroy the rep they want of "absolutely the most vicious dog ever"..lol..I love it.
I have an ESTB and a ESTB cross ISTB, i don't mind the popularity of the breed as i love them and so it is only fair for the next person to love the breed just as much.
The only thing i do hate is the reputation that people give them!
Bailey is 15 months Purebred English and a little oversized but not overweight.
Alot of people with other dogs and small children will cross the road when they see us coming, which is a real shame b/c Bailey loves other dogs and children (I have 3 children myself).
Ralph is the Mixture of the English and Irish, but he is only 8 weeks old so hasn't been outside yet.
I can just imagine how people in the street react when they see me walking towards them with 2 of them!
So sad
Caren
The only thing i do hate is the reputation that people give them!
Bailey is 15 months Purebred English and a little oversized but not overweight.
Alot of people with other dogs and small children will cross the road when they see us coming, which is a real shame b/c Bailey loves other dogs and children (I have 3 children myself).
Ralph is the Mixture of the English and Irish, but he is only 8 weeks old so hasn't been outside yet.
I can just imagine how people in the street react when they see me walking towards them with 2 of them!
So sad
Caren