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felixone123
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Tell us about yourself: Rescued our first DS male on Dec 27, 2011. Approx 4 yrs. Rescued from NADSR. His name is Odin. Adopted a 2nd DS from NADSR June 27, 2012. Kai - 6 months.
Location: Fishkill, NY

2 weeks

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It's 2 wks today that Odin arrived in our lives and we could not be happier. He seems to be adjusting nicely. His sit/stay are getting better every day. We're working on "leave it" now. When he looks at me with his big brown eyes and bats those lashes, I just want to hug him. He's saying, "what do you want me to do Mama".
His "drop it" is horrible :nay: .

He definitely has had some type of training, we just cannot figure out what. His heel is amazing. Really well behaved in crate. Recall is pretty good, but not solid yet. Just seems rusty overall on commands. We are also giving him alot of structure, which he needs. Oh, and on walks, nothing thus far bothers him, i.e. squirrels, yippy little dogs that are tied out front. No reaction other than his ears standing up straight. Perhaps, I shouldn't look a gifted horse in the mouth, no?

He doesn't seem to be interested in toys, or I haven't found one he likes. I tried playing tug with him and really no interest, and ball playing is ok. Weird. He seems to respond better when there are treats involved...hmm..... He does love his antlers and his goughnut stick.

Anyway, just wanted to give a little update. :)
Barbara, Odin & Kai
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Dutchringgirl
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Tell us about yourself: I am a mom of 6 life forces - 2 kids and 3 dogs 1 hamster. I live in Ct. I have trained Ringsport and Agility and have 2 DS, one 15 and 7 and a Basset Hound Cookie who is 2
Location: Ct, USA

Re: 2 weeks

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Fantastic !!!!! It looks like you have a great foundation. I do love it when Thalie gives me the "big brown eyed" look.

Sadie didnt have much toy drive at the beginning either but I think seeing Thalie play tug helped, Sadie has a HUGE toy drive now. Thats great he is pretty good about stuff.
Lisa, Thalie CGC & Sadie, Cookie the Basset, CT
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Sugars Mom
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Tell us about yourself: I adopted a Dutch Shepherd mix (without knowing what she was) from the SPCA here in Victoria BC and am now trying to learn everything I can about this breed. My husband and I work from home most of the time so I thought it was time to get a puppy! We have his 2 boys here half the time and we wanted a nice family dog.

Sugar looks like a miniature Dutch Shepherd with floppy ears, and has every ounce of DS traits in her little body!

I hope to learn from other DS owners and share doggy experiences.
Location: Victoria BC

Re: 2 weeks

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That is soooo good to hear, and keep posting updates : )

Have you tried squeaky toys? Or a treat ball if he likes food?
Sue (and Sugar)

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GSDNanny
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Tell us about yourself: Dogs are my life, what can I say. GSDs primarily for nearly 50 years til bringing in my first DutchShep about 4 years ago. GSD rescue for 9 yrs, nearly 200 thru my home, rehabbed, adopted out. Been involved in AKC ob, herding, tracking, agility; Schutzhund-DVG; scent detection (HR-water)&narcotics, some patrol work. Mostly herding training at present on my little farm.

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Good news is always nice to hear when it comes to rescues. Thank you again for taking this step.

Denise Gatlin & Zip, Shooter & the K9 crew

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CaroleBoaz
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Tell us about yourself: I am currently the Secretary and Treasurer of the Dutch Shepherd Club of North America. We are the national breed club for Dutch Shepherds, and have the support of the Nederlandse Herdershonden Club in our endeavours to record the Dutch Shepherd breed in the United States and Canada through the American Kennel Club. dscna.com Join us on Facebook.
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Re: 2 weeks

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Two weeks already! Sounds like all is well. :D
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alspyce
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Tell us about yourself: I am in New York State. Got my first DS about 14 years ago (more or less as a rescue- lost her in Nov.). After years of GSD's, and a few dogs of other breeds (Rotti/Beauceron/Ger. Shorthaired Pointer/ Yorkie and my current Jack Russell) I now have another DS, 4mo female, no name yet, tho I have a few in mind.
Also have a horse-old quarter horse mare-32.
Can't wait for all the snow to get gone! Spring is coming too slow this year!
Location: Corinth, New York

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:yeah:
"Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened." Anatole France
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