lol yeah you're right! ;D But snow becomes a problem only in January-February here, and for the last 2-3 years we have had almost none except from a few storms...
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Kitana, I'd always try and go for working/hunting lines if possible. Even though the show lines seem to get wired as much when they see small game, so do poodles!! If the parents were hunted successfully, then the pups should be good as well. You can't go wrong with anything out of Teddy Moritz's line and a lot of people have her dogs, so it's not hard to find. I think Hawkstir's got some good dogs, although I don't know if they come from Teddy's line or not, as they're tweeners. Snow isn't as much of a concern, as a LOT of people hunt their doxies in snow, including Hawkstir. -Joe
Kitana, I'd always try and go for working/hunting lines if possible. Even though the show lines seem to get wired as much when they see small game, so do poodles!! If the parents were hunted successfully, then the pups should be good as well. You can't go wrong with anything out of Teddy Moritz's line and a lot of people have her dogs, so it's not hard to find. -Joe
Yeah I see what you mean! Anyway it's a project for next year, or in 2 years, but it's always better to be prepared and reserve in advance...
joby said:
Snow isn't as much of a concern, as a LOT of people hunt their doxies in snow, including Hawkstir. -Joe
In the snow, or under the snow? lol ;D Thanks for your sound advice, and please keep us posted with the progress of your puppies!
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Well, I went downstairs this morning to let Bayi out and to check on the pups. I freaked out, cause I could only see the two females in the whelping box. Then I heard a bark and growl and noticed a little tail wagging from behind the box. Turns out that Caz (the male) had gotten out of the box (now a daily occurrence) and had crawled down behind the box in a small, cramped and dark space and was barking to let me know where he was (VERY GOOD DOGGIE!!!). He backed out and came running over to see me with his tail wagging. The two sisters then proceeded to crawl out of the and came over to see me as well. I was going to start weaning them this week, but a vet/falconer friend of mine suggested that I not rush it too soon. Also, I guess there is a new "Protocol" for their shots and instead of getting them at 6, 8 and 12 weeks, they're not suggesting the first shot until 8 weeks of age. I also heard that you should not give your doxies the "Lepto" immunization as they can have very serious reactions and die from it. -Joe
I also heard that you should not give your doxies the "Lepto" immunization as they can have very serious reactions and die from it. -Joe
Teckels are one of the breed most touched by allergic reactions to vaccination. However, it is still a rare occurence. Taking the decision to vaccinate an animal or not is a matter of risk evaluation: is the risk of allergic reaction higher than the risk of getting lepto? Lepto is fatal to dogs and to humans also, and highly contagious. In an area where lepto is endemic, I would strongly suggest to vaccinate dogs who goes outside the house, to protect the humans.
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I would agree, except that most of the other breeders have told me horror stories of their dog actually dying of the vaccine for Lepto. From what I hear, their face and muzzle swell up so much that they end up asphyxiating (sp?). -Joe
Kitana, I'd always try and go for working/hunting lines if possible. Even though the show lines seem to get wired as much when they see small game, so do poodles!! If the parents were hunted successfully, then the pups should be good as well. You can't go wrong with anything out of Teddy Moritz's line and a lot of people have her dogs, so it's not hard to find. I think Hawkstir's got some good dogs, although I don't know if they come from Teddy's line or not, as they're tweeners. Snow isn't as much of a concern, as a LOT of people hunt their doxies in snow, including Hawkstir. -Joe
My doxies are ACA registered and Teddy's are AKA. I bought both from the same local breeder out of seperate lines. She knew that some of her dogs where used for show, some for hunting, others just pets. Ours have proven to be hunters. I would think that most every doxie would hunt if given the oppertunity at an early enough age to learn. JMO Snow doesn't slow them down much until it gets above their shoulders. They'll still try, but it'll wear them down pretty quick. Watch out for ice build up on the paws.
Good point about their paws and ice Fred. Actually, Teddy's dogs are AKC. I do agree with you that most any doxie will run a rabbit if given the chance. The size difference really only comes about when you need to decide if you want them to go down holes or not. I'd still definitely get a pup whose parents are hunters, like yours and mine are. Just that extra bit of insurance. -Joe
Well, the pups are coming along really well. The male (Cazador) is still the leader of the pack. He's a little bit more outgoing, playful and dominant than the two females (Chance and Phoebe) but they're starting to come out of their shell quite a bit too. I've decided to not start weaning them until I get back from vacation on August 19th (leaving 8/9) so as to make it easier for the neighbors when they're caring for the bunch of cute little hooligans. -Joe