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What Makes A Good Temperament?

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Different people value different personality traits in their pets. Some people look for a dog that will be highly protective of the house and family; some people want a dog that will be friendly and affectionate to friend and stranger alike. Things to think about in temperament: Obedience level. Part of being a responsible owner is knowing that your dog will respond to your commands under pressure. My Lally has a pretty high obedience level — she’s pretty attentive to me. Moose, on the other hand, needs more work. Trainability. Is your dog willing and able to learn new tricks … Continue reading →

Adventures on the Road: The Advantages of a Nervous Dog

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Moose and Lally are very different in the personality department. Moose is easy going and relatively hard to rattle; Lally is a little more high strung and nervous. You could call her my little Velcro dog — she tends to stick close to my side. This actually made things a little easier for me on the road last week. When we stopped for walks, if there was a place where we could wander that was far enough away from the road, I could drop Lally’s leash and let her roam free. She’d generally stay close enough that I didn’t worry. … Continue reading →