Thread: Call that a dog? Are there any...?

Half in jest, I'm considering getting another dog to protect me in my declining years and I came across two varieties I've not heard of before.

I'm curious to find out, if anyone knows of them, in NZ?


Swedish Elkhound - Jämthund - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jämthund



and

Karelian Bear Dog - Karjalankarhukoira - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karelian_Bear_Dog

Serious question, not a dig, but why these breeds ?
I mean German Shepherd, Rottie, Dobie, etc
Get one from a good working bloodline and you’re done
Totally understand if it’s a project, I have far too many of those things myself

Female ridgeback will suit our climate better and have twice the endurance of the breeds you mention

Tough as iron and loyal till death

Originally Posted by 7mmsaum

Female ridgeback will suit our climate better and have twice the endurance of the breeds you mention

Tough as iron and loyal till death

I can vouch for that. Had one a few years back now and was one of the most loving yet fierce dog I have ever owned. Scandinavian breeds don't do well in the summer over here. It frustrates the hell out of me when I see so many huskies being paraded around as fashion accessories.

Originally Posted by 7mmsaum

Female ridgeback will suit our climate better and have twice the endurance of the breeds you mention

Tough as iron and loyal till death

This. A ridgeback can wilt a man with just a look. The wrinkles on its brow give it a "fuck around and find out" expression second to none!

Originally Posted by 7mmsaum

Female ridgeback will suit our climate better and have twice the endurance of the breeds you mention

Tough as iron and loyal till death

Yep Ridgebacks are great dogs. Grew up with one, she would certainly let you know if someone was coming to visit but a sweet heart after you let them in. Used to have a few beers with my mates and playful punch up / wrestle, mates soon learnt that was a bad idea.

Originally Posted by Bol Tackshin

This. A ridgeback can wilt a man with just a look. The wrinkles on its brow give it a "fuck around and find out" expression second to none!

Originally Posted by Bobba

Yep Ridgebacks are great dogs. Grew up with one, she would certainly let you know if someone was coming to visit but a sweet heart after you let them in. Used to have a few beers with my mates and playful punch up / wrestle, mates soon learnt that was a bad idea.

Which Ridgeback are you guys referring,, Rhodesian or Thai ??

Had Rhodesian Ridgeback/Cattle cross many moons ago was the best finder holder I ever had, would never hold without back up didnt matter if it was large boar or runt the size of gumboot, always bailed.

Originally Posted by trapperjohn

Which Ridgeback are you guys referring,, Rhodesian or Thai ??

Had Rhodesian Ridgeback/Cattle cross many moons ago was the best finder holder I ever had, would never hold without back up didnt matter if it was large boar or runt the size of gumboot, always bailed.

Rhodesian.

Originally Posted by trapperjohn

Which Ridgeback are you guys referring,, Rhodesian or Thai ??

Had Rhodesian Ridgeback/Cattle cross many moons ago was the best finder holder I ever had, would never hold without back up didnt matter if it was large boar or runt the size of gumboot, always bailed.

Rhodesian.
For reference purposes only!

You feeling lucky today, punk?

Originally Posted by trapperjohn

Which Ridgeback are you guys referring,, Rhodesian or Thai ??

Had Rhodesian Ridgeback/Cattle cross many moons ago was the best finder holder I ever had, would never hold without back up didnt matter if it was large boar or runt the size of gumboot, always bailed.

back in eighties bred ridgebacks - my bitch was a great guard dog - but very gentle with kids - absolute no bullshit if she had to be - but then again my two dogs were really very soft - on pigs bloody good - but guard not really - I was using them every day on goat work so they were under really good command - one of the dogs would indicate deer quite well when on his own - but we had dashhunds when we were kids and man they were bloody good guard dogs - no bullshit with them - visitors would not get out of their car until we had put them away - so its a attitude thing not size with being a guard dog - we had several years ago a young lady next door with a bull cross - decided to guard their driveway- but that included ours and half the bloody street- fucken thing got put down after grabbing a child by his clothing on the back of mums push bike - damn good job - be carefull with what you get as it can go horribly wrong with guard dogs

Originally Posted by trapperjohn

Which Ridgeback are you guys referring,, Rhodesian or Thai ??

Had Rhodesian Ridgeback/Cattle cross many moons ago was the best finder holder I ever had, would never hold without back up didnt matter if it was large boar or runt the size of gumboot, always bailed.

Should have edited that... meant to say best finder bailer, dog was useless holder.

Originally Posted by MarkN

Half in jest, I'm considering getting another dog to protect me in my declining years and I came across two varieties I've not heard of before.

I'm curious to find out, if anyone knows of them, in NZ?


Swedish Elkhound - Jämthund - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jämthund

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and

Karelian Bear Dog - Karjalankarhukoira - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karelian_Bear_Dog

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Wasn't even aware that 'self protection' was an option in NZ. Must be something new.

corgi pretty loyal solid and a big bark , also you cant run without ankles .
Also I think with the smaller breeds you can pick them up as you get older and weaker

Originally Posted by m101a1

Attachment 223544 corgi pretty loyal solid and a big bark , also you cant run without ankles .
Also I think with the smaller breeds you can pick them up as you get older and weaker

...is that the key to your safe around his neck??

Brilliant idea

Originally Posted by m101a1

Attachment 223544 corgi pretty loyal solid and a big bark , also you cant run without ankles .
Also I think with the smaller breeds you can pick them up as you get older and weaker

Problem with them is the males can't walk upstairs if they're horny