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Expert Profile: Dave

Expertise: My wife and I are active Sheltie owners. Helpful hints on discipline, training, disposition, selection, and of course acquisition. We think like dogs, so we can help you understand yours!

Experience in the area
2 Shelties currently owned. Rescued and placed 9 dogs (3 non Sheltie).

Organizations
Middle TN Shetland Sheepdog Club, 1998-2000.

Education/Credentials
College graduate

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Something controversial or provocative about this subject My goal is to end puppy-mill style breeding for all dog breeds and the pet store type of sales for animals except fish. I do not believe the AKC has a vested interest in the long term health of the dog categories it assigns because it does not stop forced heat and excessive breeding on small gene pools.

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Prestige Points: 4086
Knowledge	9.91 Best of the best
Clarity of Response	9.90 Best of the best
Timeliness	9.95 Best of the best
Politeness	9.97 Best of the best
Number Of Questions (in Past 24 Hours)		0
Max Questions to be Asked (in 24 Hour period)		1
Total Questions (since joining AllExperts)		510

Recent Reviews from Users

Knowl	Clarity	Time	Politeness	Date
10	10	10	10	09/04/08
10	10	10	10	07/08/08
10	10	10	10	05/08/08
10	10	10	10	04/11/08
10	10	10	10	03/12/08

User Comments

Thanks for the great answer. I know where to go if I have any more questions! Cheers!
(Ryan on 07/08/08)

Thanks for your quick response. I will try the suggestions you gave and look for great results!
(Cindy on 05/08/08)

That wasn't the answer I was expecting. I was a expecting a big NO for being off-leash. So thank-you very much for you realistic and kind words. I'm n
(Chantale on 04/11/08)

Thanks for your response Dave, I guess all new moms are a little nervous about doing things right. You have reassured me.
(Chantale on 03/12/08)

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Recent Answers from Dave

2008-09-03 4 month Sheltie: Hi Pamela! I hope the cats are adjusting well. Make sure she doesn't chase them. To your questions: 1) ears: keep the ears tipped till at least 8 months old. If they take, great. If they don't...

2008-07-07 A few Sheltie Questions: Hi Ryan, Thank you for your kind words and thank you for supporting a quality breeder. Let's do this easy to hard: The crate is never for punishment. You can do time out there, but for a puppy...

2008-07-06 Sheltie nipping OR biting: Hi DeAnna, Shelties do nip, and they can bite. The important part is to realize that it is a part of their make up to do this to any creature who is lesser than they are. Your problem is that your...

2008-06-10 Shelti tearing things up: Hi Becky, WOW. 18 YEARS OLD??? Ok, let's realize that your dog is about 126 years old here. I would crate him now (with lots of comfy smell good dirty t-shirts and pillows), and I would not hesitate...

2008-06-08 My Sheltie Ignores Me And Doesnt Want To Play or Listen & She Steals?HELP!!!: Hi Keltie, One of the things about having older and younger dogs and training is that you need to spend some special time with the younger one alone to reinforce a few basics. It is not too early to...