Posted by Dinah on December 24, 2011, at 11:30:53
In reply to Can we talk dogs?, posted by floatingbridge on December 22, 2011, at 21:14:20
Cardis are fine dogs. They're big dogs in all ways but height. :) Strong and athletic. They need exercise and training, like most herding dogs. Because of their background, they tend to nip at heels if not trained not to. But my Shelties do that, too. (And I admit I don't discourage them doing it to me, since they seem to know not to apply pressure. They don't do it with strangers.)
http://www.terrificpets.com/articles/102177865.asp
Obedience classes are very good for most working dogs. They not only give them something to do, but help establish a healthy relationship with their owners. You might try agility too, if you have that in your area, or flyball, or any number of other dog relationship building activities.
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