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zorianak · 11-24-2012, 03:30 AM

I certainly did my darnedest to try to rescue a dog before I opted to purchase Jaina. However, things just simply... didn't work out. I personally don't look down on anyone for going either route - for me, I found it difficult to find a dog that would work with my cats.

Either way, I'm really glad to see you'll be able to bring him home. I think you'll be fine with your home check - just don't let Quetzalcoatl eat the inspector!

Edit: also, it sounds like you're getting a pretty awesome (albeit misunderstoond) dog out of it

Just don't forget your Bringing Home the Dog Kit - as many toys as possible, chews/treats, etc!

Amelia_ · 11-24-2012, 03:51 AM

Congratulations! Cant wait for more pics, he looks beautiful.

My boy Tobey was an adult rescue and he was very fear aggressive when I got him, wouldnt even be in the same room as a male human, and forget the vet! All he really needed was love, time and patience and he came around. It was quite frustraiting at times because he would completely break down into a shivering, cowering mess when you would do something like shake the towels to put them on the drier, or if you raised your voice (even in joy!) he would run and hide upstairs under the bed. He is a completely different dog now though, absolute BFF with my other half and is very confident

Rescues have so much love to give!

**MeadowCat** · 11-25-2012, 11:55 AM

Good luck with your new boy! You might check out the trainers on this list: Search for Professionals

Control Unleashed is one of the best dog books I've read. I think you'll find it REALLY valuable. There's a Control Unleashed Yahoo group, too, that's moderated by the author (as well as some others). Lots of really great trainers are on that group and they are really helpful.

Jazi · 11-25-2012, 05:37 PM

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He's all yours!

Go ahead and announce it!

It's official! This boy is MINE! And no, Quetzal didn't get to eat the inspector

Odin's_Master · 11-25-2012, 06:13 PM

Congrats! Such an exciting time! Have fun with him!

PrairieGirl · 11-25-2012, 06:54 PM

Congratulations!! I am happy for you and excited Skoll is getting a home that understands him

Jazi · 11-25-2012, 06:56 PM

Saff is displeased and confused at these changes. I dunno who these could possibly be for...

Pictured:
3 leashes; 1ft, 2ft, 6ft
3 iterations of GentleLeader/Halti
1 10ft tieout, I use it for outdoor recall
Stuffingless skunk is on my makeshift flirt pole
2 kongs, 4 tennis balls (2 squeak!), rope tug
Various treats
Food Bowl
Tape marks out where crate will go

Not Pictured:
15lbs of EVO- decided on that for now
Knucklebones (in freezer for extended lifespan)
Various bakery treats (in freezer for extended lifespan)

On the Way:
Collar
Crate
Clicker
Coat
Lunge whip (for actual flirt pole)

Must Order:
No-pull body harness?
Custom dog coat specifically for Doberman
Doggy backpack
Custom collar
Books on training?
TAGS!

Jazi · 11-26-2012, 03:41 PM

The crate came in the mail and passed the cat inspection. Waiting on the other stuff.

EDIT: Derp. Posted wrong picture at first.

serenedee · 11-29-2012, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by donnatoldu2

I was asked about a Joanna Puchala as being the breeder. It did not mean anything to me but if it does to you please let me know. I am a bit farther from knowing these people than I used to be. I understand she is in Oshawa. I rescued a girl last year about this time and I had some leads on some BYB or greeders but only by location not name at that time. Since I am in Oshawa I love to hear details of this crap so I can monitor and maybe actually find ways to hinder their business.

Wow! Nice to see someone else from the 'Shwa' here! LOL If i am correct the 'breeder' mentioned by the OP is a byb here in Oshawa. I see their listings on Kijiji and Craiglist all the time selling their 'world champion' puppies.

Donnatoldu2---do you mind me asking what part of Oshawa you are from? I'm in the north end and have seen a few dobes around here and always wonder if they are members of DT.

donnatoldu2 · 11-29-2012, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by serenedee

Wow! Nice to see someone else from the 'Shwa' here! LOL If i am correct the 'breeder' mentioned by the OP is a byb here in Oshawa. I see their listings on Kijiji and Craiglist all the time selling their 'world champion' puppies.

Donnatoldu2---do you mind me asking what part of Oshawa you are from? I'm in the north end and have seen a few dobes around here and always wonder if they are members of DT.

I am in East Oshawa..if u see me walking u will recognize me cause my two are all natural

Adara · 11-29-2012, 02:07 PM

Congrats!!! I will add though that I refuse to use nylon leashes with my dogs. My hands get burned too easily. I find leather much easier for me to work with

Just a heads up. I know many who use nylon just fine. I use the sensation harnesses.

Meldrew79 · 11-29-2012, 02:15 PM

Congrats! Looking forward to more pictures!

MaxsMom · 11-29-2012, 02:17 PM

Congrats on getting your new addition. Can't wait to see more pictures.
Looks like you are reading up on dobes and getting everything ready - Kudos!

Jazi · 11-29-2012, 02:24 PM

Collar, crate, clicker, and coat have all arrived. It seems there was an inventory mixup for the lunge whip so I'm still waiting on that BUT hey, it's not a needed thing and I've got eBay to poke if I need to be reimbursed. One of the books is on kindle so I've been reading it in my spare time at work on my phone.

She'll be giving me the EZ-walk that she uses for him, plus some of his favorite toys. Oh and Adara, my favorite leash to use is the one I got from On Lead at a dog show in Harrisburg. It's the 2ft purple leather one... eventually going to get a leather 6 footer as well... I never minded the slight nylon burns until I got spoiled by the soft leather leash.

doberkim · 11-29-2012, 03:19 PM

congrats on the soon to be aaddition! I'm about 2 hours from you in central NJ.

Wendy Jordan (the trainer you linked to), is Wescot Dobermans. She owns two dobes currently. She also happens to have border collies

Nice combo, I think

mfkelly66 · 12-01-2012, 09:12 PM

Good Luck with the pup! I am considering going the rescue route myself! I hope it all works out. Keep us posted.
Mike Kelly

Jazi · 12-02-2012, 01:31 AM

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Originally Posted by doberkim

congrats on the soon to be aaddition! I'm about 2 hours from you in central NJ.

Wendy Jordan (the trainer you linked to), is Wescot Dobermans. She owns two dobes currently. She also happens to have border collies

Nice combo, I think

Howdy neighbor! Holding up from the storms alright?

I'd done a quick look around with her name and discovered that a bit ago, but her site doesn't look up to date on the dobies so I was reserving any feelings I had for her. She hasn't responded past my initial email so I will be sending her a poke in case gmail ate either my email or her response.

Less than 2 weeks to go!

KissNme · 12-02-2012, 01:41 AM

He's a beautiful dog. I hope the best for you both. He's just beautiful.

Whiskey · 12-02-2012, 02:42 AM

SO excited for you! Can't wait for photos and stories.

Jazi · 12-03-2012, 07:14 PM

12 days left! We're discussing places to meet up in Buffalo now.

Jazi · 12-06-2012, 02:00 PM

Well crap!! My roommate decided to tell me just now that she cannot drive me to Buffalo because her car needs new tires and the other needs a new belt. Any east coast/PA/NY rescue people willing to give a kid a ride up? I'll pay your gas.

Jazi · 12-10-2012, 03:27 PM

I spoke to the trainer today! I wanted to go to a local store called Woof n' Tails because it's a lot closer to my apartment and it's supposed to have good food, so I walked over and it sells pretty much everything I'd need for feeding Skoll. Next to it is Wendy Jordan, who I also spoke with, and she said that she'd be more than willing to take him on. She wants to do an evaluation before anything else to see if he can be in a group class or not, but yay!