Dog breeds that are good around cats?
All dogs are naturally prey driven to some degree - cat aggressive. Small dogs are no exception, I have 6 dachsies at the moment (I foster and have 5 of my own) - the 2 smalllest girls, 8 lb. and 9 lb. longhair who look like adorable little lap dogs - are the most cat aggressive of the group. The only one who really isn't is my 20 lb. standard who grew up with a kitten. The key here is individual dog --- NOT breed or size of dog, although hunting dogs and dogs bred to fight other dogs (pits) are more prey driven than others. Your best bet would be to go to your local shelters and ask if they have a dog that grew up around cats and co-exists with them. A puppy raised with a kitten might be o.k. too, but adult cats do not normally tolerate a puppy's rough play - go the shelter route, there are individual dogs proven to get on with cats - there really is no actual breed that is guarantied to. By the way, the dog on the Cesar food tin is a very cute little terrier - another prey driven dog, pretty much guarantied to want to desqueek your cats. Size is NOT the issue - prey drive is. My dachshunds have killed possums and they would not hesitate to attack wild pigs - they sure want to if I would let them get out.
What kind of dog would be good to have around horses?
For a dog to fully except livestock they should be introduced at under 12 weeks. Personally I think that puppies should stay with mum up to 12 weeks, though lots at separated at 8 weeks. This means that you either need a early weaned pup or one born and brought up on a farm. I understand not wanting a herding dog but I would call a sheepdog training centre. Not all there dogs are suitable for herding dogs and these are sold as pets. Although they will still have some herding instinct they will also have had basic training so will come to you well trained (thing how well trained sheep dogs are) ad be trust-worthy with the horses. Also they are likely to be a bit older so you can see more for what they will be like as adults. Collies will bark at strangers but are also very friendly. German shepherds are more territorial and would make a very good guard/guardian dogs, but possible too good. They might scare away your customers, also it would be a bit unfair to have people coming and going from *their* territory, it could upset them. If you really don't want a herding breed I would recommend a yorkshire terrier. Yes I know you said you didn't want a small dog, but yorkies are big dogs in a small body and very energetic. A busy yard would suit the breed because they need lots of entertainment and they can also double as ratters. Despite being small they can still terrorize livestock so again, get them young or farm raised. If you do get them young or farm raised you can get any breed you want, so it must be best to think what type of dog wouldn't mind (or even enjoy) having people coming and going all day.
What dog breeds do well with horses?
Any trained not to chase them. Stock dogs tend not to because they are bred to chase and herd stock and ours are always barking at our horses despite being gotten on to for it. I also do not like pit bulls because they have a tendency to be territorial and try to keep them out of the yard. I occasionally ride in and through the yard. I best dogs I have yet had around them are boston bulls. Our dog tiny (a boston bull) never once barked at the horses after first being told not to. It helps to that they are not yepy dogs. They bark, they do not yep. I really do not like a dog that makes a high pitched yep. The way you ask the question makes me think you want a cute dog not one to help work livestock. Unless you are working livestock or have something for a stock dog to do getting one is a mistake! Anyone that knows these breeds know they get bored without something to do. And unfortunately that can easily manifest in them chasing your horses for fun! As I said do not get one unless they can help you do something, or have plenty to keep them occupied. My Aussie's are good dogs. But they get alittle bored through the school year because I have little for them to do and end up barking at the mares when they come up to the yard fence.
What breed of dog is good around horses?
Any livestock guardian breed or sheep guardian breed.RottweilersCaucasian ShepherdsGerman ShepherdsAussie ShepherdsGreat DanesetcBasically any large dog breed who’s original purpose was to guard land, livestock, and the family. They will see a horse as part of the family/pack and protect it if need be. I wouldn’t want a little breed anywhere near livestock or horses. The other suggestions are decent, but I rather have a breed that will protect the horse, not just be okay with it’s existence such as a golden retriever, lab, etc.
What dog would be best around horses and good with strangers?
Like many things, it is more about individual dog than breed. It really also should be dog that was introduced to lots of people and horses in its puppy-hood. But in general, I think a border collie or a lab would be best. I have had these dogs around horses: a lab mix (passed away the other day =[ old age) - great with horses. Miniature schnauzer - awful with horses, chased them all around and even got bucked in the ribs a couple times. We had to pen her up when we rode, otherwise we were in danger! LOL Terrier mutt - awesome with horses. Husky - scared to death of horses (Surprisingly - she is the biggest of all the dogs!) Wouldn't go near one. But really, it depends on the dog and how well it is desensitized. Edit------- Foxhunter - My best dog came from the pound too! The mutt! Wouldnt trade her for any American Kennel Club or pedigree dog thats for sure!
What Breed of Dog is Good on a farm?
I'd say really any big dog. If I was going to get a "farm dog" I would get a blue heeler. Any type of herding dog would protect the chickens. It is in their breed to protect and herd. You can train dogs to not attack birds by the way. My lab dosen't chase birds anymore, he isn't from hunting stock but he loves tennis balls. EDIT: border collies(secondesd by poodles) are considred to be the smartest dog. If you want an easy to train dog go with a collie. I'm still young but I am experienced training dog. My labrador knows all his sled dog commands, and I could train a heeler, but seriously border collies are GREAT. My grandpa grew up on a farm and has tons of stories about his border collie helping him through tough situations. Actually a border collie saved my dad's friend. Actually rethinking this makes me want a border collie very much! EDIT: Your wrong Ess because Rodeo did the right thing to give a dog up in a home it was not suited to. Make sure to find a good breeder that will let you take it back if it does not work out. And where do you live, I could help you find one.
What's a good all around farm dog breed?
Are you looking for an "all around farm dog" or a HERDING dog? An all-around dog is the type that will bring the cows in for milking, kill a few rats in the barn, warn off a stray dog or vagrant that thinks about your chickens, warn you when a snake is in the yard, and go for a hike with you on the weekends - but the only breeds you've listed are dogs that will herd sheep and MAYBE the occasional other animal. The Border Collie will obsessively herd. Unless by "all around" you really mean "just herd sheep" they are not a good pick. The Australian Shepherd is too sensitive for working with any type of stock harder than sheep - i.e., goats and most cattle. The "Farm Collie" or English Shepherd is a great "farm dog" similar in type and history to both the Border Collie and the Australian Shepherd but less specialized and more resilient. The only place to really get one is from someone who actually has a farm and keeps working dogs on it. Neither is a "breed" but they certainly "breed true" and are a function-bred landrace. The Blue Lacy is an option as well, and if you want something that can handle hogs, the Catahoula Leopard Dog is a good pick (a lot tougher minded than most). Even the German Shepherd Dog is much less go-go-go and specialized and high-maintenance than the BC or Aussie. What you should do is find an online forum or for-sale frequented by actual farm folks. They will post when they have a litter of working style pups of whatever breed (or better yet a started youngster or adult - unless you have the experience to train it yourself). Good luck!
What is the best dog breed for farms with horses?
Dalmatians! They have this natural affinity for horses and they were used in firehouses during the horse and fire cart era. They kept up with the horses and never got tired. They'd stay with the horses to keep them pacific. Later on, the Dal was accepted as the Fireman’s Best friend. They kept them into the motorized firetruck era. Again, Dalmatians were the best dogs because the sirens did not bother them. Pure bread Dal’s have a propensity to bi-lateral deafness. Even if only one side was affected, the sirens had no affect on them whereas other dogs would howl and go absolutely ballistic. Dal’s aren’t the sharpest tack in the pack but a little patience and love, he’ll manage and he will be proud of doing it.My Dal, Snoopy, was trained to do a “cute beg”. We would hold up a piece of hotdog over his head. He’d try to stand on his back legs, but we would say, “no” and pull it away. Eventually, when he just sat on his haunches with his front paws up (his cute beg), we gave him the prize. He was so proud of what he accomplished. LOL. He learned that, by doing that cute beg, he would get a hot dog. He really liked hot dogs, but ONLY when we had one in our hand did the cute beg work. LOL. “Look, dad! Cute beg! Treat? Treat?”
Breeds of dogs that are natually good with horses or children?
As far as a family protective dog I would say the German Shepard is the best. When it comes to horses, I have had every kind of dog around my horses with no problem. I think dogs are smarter then we give them credit for. They seem to know that the more then 1000 lb beast can do them harm. That is for the most part. I have been out riding and have had dogs come running up and barking. I just turned my horse and chased the dog away.
What horse breeds are good for show jumping?
As Gayle Manion, has said, no single recognised horse breed has better or worse reputation for jumping. In almost all breeds of horses, there are individuals that like to jump.There were two British horses with international reputations in the late 60s and early 70s that were in complete contrast:One was called Stroller, technically a pony because he was only 14h2,and the other was Vibart, part Clydesdale, who was famous for his kick-back over each jump, which perfectly showed off his huge hooves.According to the statistics, both qualified for the Olympics team of 1968, but whereas Marion Mould went with Stroller and won a sliver Medal, Vibart’s rider, Andrew Fielder, was too young at 17, this despite performing better than many other Olympic hopefuls.