Also, if you find reputable breeders, you end up with a "high quality dog", but also- sometimes pups are born with "faults" for show rings. So if you find a breeder who breeds for conformation shows, and say they have a pup with a pink toenail, or a pink nose, you could get a huge discount since it's seen as a "fault".
They're great dogs, very intelligent, but can be a bit hard headed. Not a dog for beginners since they have no problems in taking charge if they feel their person isn't doing it. That doesn't mean you have to be rough with them, not at all! But they need to have faith that their owners are doing the job of keeping the family safe, and setting guidelines and rules for them.
Amazing dogs. |