SoloRiver Posted November 9, 2004 Report Share Posted November 9, 2004 Another perspective on breeding for function vs. breeding for form, and the role the show ring has in ruining useful breeds of dogs. I thought this would be particularly interesting given what I consider the disturbing support for breed-specific legislation against pit bulls that was recently posted on these boards. http://www.workingpitbull.com/amstaffpit.htm http://www.workingpitbull.com/aboutpits2.htm Incidentally, this is the kennel that produced Bandog Dread, the truly exceptional working Pit Bull who was apparently responsible for the fact that ASCA trials are no longer open to "non-herding" breeds -- as he earned a High in Trial or two which was a bit embarrassing to the "herding dogs." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doug Boyder Posted November 13, 2004 Report Share Posted November 13, 2004 I love disciplined Bull Terriers. The working Bull Terrier is just as impressive as a working BC in its own way. I recommend reading the tales of "Jock of the Bushveld", a classic tale of a working Bull Terrier during the Gold Rush in South Africa. Jock lived a fascinating life, bringing down kudu, wildebeeste, and even crocodiles! Jock was prized for his balance of obedience and aggression. Undisciplined dogs were usually shot because they would steal food, or ruin the hunt by closing in before commanded to do so. I'd hate to think what Jock would have done with sheep! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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