In a message dated 11/16/2007 11:30:55 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I have since learned that Cockers are on the top of the list for dogs who are prone to biting. Really what list are you reading the top 10 are as follows 1. Pit Bull 2. Rottweiler 3. German Shephard 4. Siberian Husky 5. Alaskan Malamute 6. Doberman Pinscher 7. Chow Chow 8. Great Dane 9. Saint Bernard 10. Akita I was told that from the vet, groomers, trainers, friends, and strangers. I am NOT saying all Cockers bite. Cockers also are fantastic pets when bred properly, when breeders don't test, don't breed for temperament, inbreed then yes of course you don't have a well adjusted dog. It just so happened that I took Bella this week to the vet for her annual vaccinations. I asked the vet about the thyroid issue, and he dismissed the idea. He said most aggression problems are from the "noggin." No vet should be dismissing any idea or concern that you may have. To tell you its in the dog's head, I would be saying quite a few not nice things to the vet. If I had a dog that showed any kind of aggression I would ask my vet to run the test if for nothing else but peace of mind, if he dismissed it I would be dismissing him as my vet. If your breeder is reputable and health tests her dogs, and is telling you she never had this problem then I would have the test done, if it is a medical issue then you are doing a disservice to your dog because all the trainers in the world are not going to change the problem, only medication can. ~~ Susan ~~ & The Poo Gang Mikey, Buffy, Lacey & Amy ~~~ "When you feel dog tired at night, it may be because you've growled all day long." -- Unknown ************************************** See what's new at http://www.aol.com
<<inline: untitled-193.jpg>>
