Hi Seahawk,

I live in the Santa Rosa Valley.

Boerboels came from Zimbabwe. I flew Tank here in a crate :rolleyes: We have a problem here with coyotes eating small and medium sized dogs. Then a mountain lion showed up and took a 100 lbs lab, a German Shepard, and a llama. When my previous dog died :(, I needed a dog large enough to limit that risk, but still athletic enough to go on aggressive hikes and short mountain bike rides. After a lot of Google research, at 145 pounds and able to jump a 6' fence, the Boerboel fit the bill.

Boerboels were originally bred by the Dutch settlers in South Africa ("the Boers"). They needed a dog large enough to keep leopards and lions away from the livestock, and athletic enough to work a flock or herd. They bred Mastiff's with some large athletic African dogs and European herding dogs.

Tank is a great dog, but requires a very dominant owner. The drawback to Boerboels is dog aggression. It's taken a lot of work to get him to mellow out around other dogs, and he's still no dog park dog. I don't recommend them for a city house or apt. I live on a large property that's fairly remote.


Caught him pimp'n!

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Tree'd a bobcat :)


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our dogue de bordeaux

mom
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Son
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Mom and son
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My two Germans....http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1341105895.jpg

Ahhh...I miss my FiFi. Dogue De Bordeaux's are such great family dogs. Just keep lots of terry towels around ;)

Another rescue. His name is Hairy. Best dog ever.

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He looks happy. Good job!

I swear, he smiles for the camera. He has never taken a bad picture!

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I like his purple tongue.

Here's another. Going for a ride...

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Kelpie heaven.......this is in Oz at a huge sheep ranch. These are breed to work the sheep....

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Ok, I'll say it: Lucky Dog!

Being single and traveling a ton doesn't allow me to have a dog of my own, much as I'd love to have one. Instead, I get my dog fix at the local SPCA as a volunteer behaviorist. Whenever, there's a big dog with aggression problems that need to be worked on, the professional trainers throw it my way.

Today was a gorgeous 91# Malinois mix who tends to be a resource guarder. Awesome dog and a big baby.

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RacerX - Bless you sir.....a wonderful example to set for the next generation. Selfless, considerate, and a generous caring soul.

I dub ye "The Dog Whisperer" SmileWavy

I help with transporting rescues when I can - here's "Freckles" - a deaf Red Heeler on route to her new home last year. Her coat was the softest I've ever felt....she spent some time with a behaviourist afterwards as well and is now a wonderful companion for her new human.

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Baz, good on you too, for helping homeless animals find forever homes. It's so rewarding to know the effort you put forth helps both dog and its new family.

The plus side to doing what I do is when I was dating, chicks fell all over me. 'You have a Porsche and work with homeless animals?' http://forums.pelicanparts.com/suppo...eys/nahnah.gif


We tend to stay away from those kinds of comparisons. But I do have a bit of a reputation as a breakthrough kind of trainer. There have been a few dogs who no one else could get to even act like a dog. I'm just happy to have the opportunity to do my part.

Yeah....that's for sure. When they find out I have a "Winkipop" their curiosity always leads them in the right direction! :p

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It's that time of year again......please pass along as appropriate and good luck with keeping your kids from freaking out!

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This guy takes unreal heeler pics....

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Please spay and neuter - there are too many dogs in shelters.....or here's one person's view on whether you should allow breeding or not....YMMV:



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The Sampson County (N.C.) Sheriff's Office does not tolerate animal cruelty.

Sgt. Stacey Colbourne and Deputy Ray Draughon found this dog locked in car in Walmart Parking lot. By the time owner came out...there were 6 law enforcement officers waiting for him and the dog was no longer in the vehicle. :)