Might Lucky be a DS mix?
Posted: Tue Feb 18, 2014 7:33 pm
I’m looking for some opinions – we adopted a very sweet boy from our Humane Society on Sunday – he was a transfer in from a shelter in Oklahoma. Apparently, he was abandoned in the yard of an abandoned house somewhere in Oklahoma – he was emaciated and starving and sad. They gave him food and necessary medical care and got him back to good health. He wasn’t adopted there, so he was transferred in to Minnesota. Our Humane Society labeled him a “Shepherd/terrier mix” based on best guesses, but weren’t sure what breed he is. I’ve NEVER seen a brindled shepherd ANYTHING before, so I started searching online to get an idea what kind of dog he may be. I came across information on Dutch Shepherds, and thought that MAY be part of what he is. I was wondering if any of you might have insight. Here’s some more info on Lucky and some pictures:
Sex: Male, neutered
Age: estimated 2 years
Weight: healthy, at 44.5 pounds
Size: Medium. Though I haven’t taken exact measurements, when walking his head is around at my hand level, so about 26”, and I’d guess his shoulders to be in the 18-20” range – definitely on the small side for what I’ve read about DS, but again, I’m thinking maybe a mix with a smaller dog?
Temperament: exceedingly mellow – we’ve only had him for 2 days, so he’s still warming up and getting to know us, but thus far, he’s a marshmallow. He’s submissive, likes to likes to lay on his back. Doesn’t mind us touching his ears, tail, paws, teeth, muzzle, you name it.
VERY smart – learning quickly, adapting well, walks great on a leash. We are working on housebreaking and basic commands but he’s learning very well already.
Reasons we think part DS: The coat of course, the thicker, shepherd like fur (although texture, I’d say he feels almost like an old school teddy bear – not overly stiff or course, but not fine for fluffy or silky.) He’s DEFINITELY brindled, and it’s a very distinct, rich brindle – black with reddish brown and just a bit of white to the muzzle, chest and belly – none on the feet. His ears are very incredibly floppy, but the shape if you were to hold them up, is pretty shepherd like.
While there aren’t many Dutch Shepherds in our area, the first few results I found online when I looked up DSs, were in Oklahoma, where he started out. I’m thinking he may have been the offspring of a DS trist?
Anyhow, any input you have to offer would be appreciated!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/118000355@N05/12617867014/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/118000355@N05/12617446345/
Sex: Male, neutered
Age: estimated 2 years
Weight: healthy, at 44.5 pounds
Size: Medium. Though I haven’t taken exact measurements, when walking his head is around at my hand level, so about 26”, and I’d guess his shoulders to be in the 18-20” range – definitely on the small side for what I’ve read about DS, but again, I’m thinking maybe a mix with a smaller dog?
Temperament: exceedingly mellow – we’ve only had him for 2 days, so he’s still warming up and getting to know us, but thus far, he’s a marshmallow. He’s submissive, likes to likes to lay on his back. Doesn’t mind us touching his ears, tail, paws, teeth, muzzle, you name it.
VERY smart – learning quickly, adapting well, walks great on a leash. We are working on housebreaking and basic commands but he’s learning very well already.
Reasons we think part DS: The coat of course, the thicker, shepherd like fur (although texture, I’d say he feels almost like an old school teddy bear – not overly stiff or course, but not fine for fluffy or silky.) He’s DEFINITELY brindled, and it’s a very distinct, rich brindle – black with reddish brown and just a bit of white to the muzzle, chest and belly – none on the feet. His ears are very incredibly floppy, but the shape if you were to hold them up, is pretty shepherd like.
While there aren’t many Dutch Shepherds in our area, the first few results I found online when I looked up DSs, were in Oklahoma, where he started out. I’m thinking he may have been the offspring of a DS trist?
Anyhow, any input you have to offer would be appreciated!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/118000355@N05/12617867014/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/118000355@N05/12617446345/
