I am gauging interest in anyone that might need a young LGD for the ranch. We purchased this beautiful Armenian Gampr back in November from a good breeder in the Houston area. Our plan was to have him guard the birds (chickens and turkeys). However, we have seen he has more interest in playing/chasing birds (and sometimes eating the smaller ones). Had him cut at 6 months (March) and have been trying to get him as much exposure to his protectees as possible. But he is still just as crazy as before. I also have a 6-year old Aussie and for a while they were good together but now he just tackles her when he is just trying to play. Not sure what to do at this point. I would love to keep him but seems like I'm out of my knowledge of what to do with him. He may need a place with larger animals (goats/cattle) to be an effective LGD. He is a sweet puppy and he is smart. But just not sure he is the right fit for our place/animals.
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Originally posted by Tcooper93 View PostThanks. He is a really sweet dog and I would love to keep him if possible. Just not sure what to do at this point. He just has a huge play-drive.
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Originally posted by chunkinlead View PostHe is still in his puppy stage. I am betting that he will grow out of it. It would also help to have another LGD that he can play with instead of with the birds.
Good luck
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I'm not a farmer but have family who are. Their LGD's are all raised on the farms with multi generations of guard dogs already there. They have the genes and the want-to but need the guidance of an experienced dog to get the hang of it @ a young age. Hopefully it will come with age but it's not a guarantee.
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Originally posted by Burnadell View PostHe is a puppy. You are giving up on him too early.
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I've heard about the dead chicken thing too...he'd probably still eat it lol
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