Dogs - Looking To Buy A Pup

[Smithson]

We're looking for another dog, something fairly large, that looks mean (to scare away intruders), but with a friendly nature.

In Australia you can go to the lost dogs home and choose from a variety of pups, many are pedigree cross (e.g. Labrador x German shepherd), ideally this is something we would like, I know pedigree dogs are very popular in Thailand, but they are expensive and come with a variety of inherited problems.

I'd be happy to either pay for a dog or go to a lost dogs home, I'd just like some idea of what type of dog I'm getting.

[geriatrickid]

Due to the inbreeding and lack of appropriate genetic tracking, a Thai pedigree is worthless. This holds particularly in respect to larger breeds. As well, you will require a dog that has evolved to live in the local conditions. The dog population of Thailand is characterized by its smaller size because that's what survives best. Long coated dogs like German Shepherds or very heavy breeds such as mastiffs can't handle the heat and are lethargic. Your best bet is a local variety dog. There are larger varieties of such local dogs and they can be taught to bark appropriately. Please do try the local animal shelters. Most of them have a veterinarian on staff or a knowledgeable western volunteer that will understand what you are looking for and will try and help.

[Nienke]

We're looking for another dog, something fairly large, that looks mean (to scare away intruders), but with a friendly nature.

In Australia you can go to the lost dogs home and choose from a variety of pups, many are pedigree cross (e.g. Labrador x German shepherd), ideally this is something we would like, I know pedigree dogs are very popular in Thailand, but they are expensive and come with a variety of inherited problems.

I'd be happy to either pay for a dog or go to a lost dogs home, I'd just like some idea of what type of dog I'm getting.

Hi Smithson,

Where are you located?

There are several rescue centers in Thailand: Pattaya, Hua Hin (Run by November Rain), Bangkok (Soi Dog Rescue), Samui (click on Elfe for profile) , Pukhet, Chiang Mai, just to name a few.

I'm located in Chiang Mai, I'm not a rescue shelter, but I do occasionally get (pedigree) dogs in looking for a good home.

Just an hour ago I collected a German Shepherd male, full bred, 4 years old, from the (now former) owner. It's a fierce looking dog, will bark, but is actually a lamb. Good with people and good with dogs. Haven't tried out the cats yet Good health.

If you live in the North, feel free to contact me (see profile) and drop by to have a look and him (and fall in love )

Nienke

[Nienke]

Due to the inbreeding and lack of appropriate genetic tracking, a Thai pedigree is worthless. This holds particularly in respect to larger breeds. As well, you will require a dog that has evolved to live in the local conditions. The dog population of Thailand is characterized by its smaller size because that's what survives best. Long coated dogs like German Shepherds or very heavy breeds such as mastiffs can't handle the heat and are lethargic. Your best bet is a local variety dog. There are larger varieties of such local dogs and they can be taught to bark appropriately. Please do try the local animal shelters. Most of them have a veterinarian on staff or a knowledgeable western volunteer that will understand what you are looking for and will try and help.

In my experience most dogs, Thai or non-Thai, suffer from the heat. Therefore, it's advisable to have a small pond, big buckets or ceremic pots or the like (see most cute pic's on the half bull/buffalo-half dog thread) for your dog to jump in so it can cool down.

On the other hand, the shelters are overfull with most lovely dogs desperate looking for a good home.

Nienke

[Smithson]

I'm located in Bangkok. We're happy to have a Thai dog, or Thai cross.

We have a dog, it seems to be a Thai cross with a pedigree, from the black and tan markings it could be a Doberman or Rott, but impossible to tell.

She's a lovely dog, extremely intelligent, looks a bit mean, guards the house but wouldn't hurt a fly. Gets along well with cats and children.

If we could find another like this I'd be very happy (we've lost contact with the ppl who gave her to us).

I'm happy to take a dog from a shelter, I'd like something intelligent and a decent size. Pls provide info for shelters.

Thanks!

[Nienke]

Soi Dog Rescue Center:

Soi Dog Rescue in Bangkok:

As SDR is not a Rescue Shelter, we do not publicise our Center address to avoid the issue of dog abandonment outside our gates.

General Manager:

Wendy (Contact Wendy) Cell: + 66 (0)8 1850 9065

Medical Director:

Angela (Contact Angela) Cell: + 66 (0)8 1867 4952

Office (0800hrs-1700hrs)

120/197 Thana City, Bangna Trad Highway Km 15

Bang Phli, Samut Prakarn 10540

http://www.soidogrescue.org/

http://www.soidogrescue.org/adoptable-dogs.html

You can give them a ring, before you visit.

Nienke

Edited June 22, 2007 by Nienke

[elfe]

hi

thanks nienke for mentioning my dogs

the large dogs i have are all pedigrees, one would be suitable its a lab, felix, 1 yr old. however he would be expensive too, sorry

the other one is a thai/pitt mix, ringo, quite big as well, about 1 1/2 yrs old and very lovely with people, intelligent, active, eager to learn, playful with other dogs.

they both bark a lot and very loud if someone is at the gate but after coming inside the visitors are greeted overfriendly and they want to be petted!

both are neutered, vaccinated and on heartworm prevention meds, but unfortunately both of them would hunt cats...

most importantly - are you here for a limited period of time or can you really give the dog a forever home?

[Smithson]

We have a cat, so we'd like a pup. The dog we have gets along well with the cat, they sleep together.

I've been here 14 years and planning to stay, the dog we have at present in 7 yrs old, and is treated very well (sleeps air con with us).

[elfe]

We have a cat, so we'd like a pup. The dog we have gets along well with the cat, they sleep together.

I've been here 14 years and planning to stay, the dog we have at present in 7 yrs old, and is treated very well (sleeps air con with us).

this sounds perfect to me!

well, i got a 'new' puppy here since one week, he was left under my car outside the wall by his former 'owners'. he might be a lab mix due to is colour, but who knows

about 4-5 months old and already been neutered today as he was already very keen on one of my females which is in heat at the moment

don't know about cats, but he's surely young enough to learn. won't become a real huge dog i guess but surely well-sized...

here comes brownie he's looking for a loving home...

check out the shelters, they have dogs there who really are in need for good homes...

[Smithson]

Very cute, how big do you think he'll be?

[elfe]

not sure but his teeth which are emerging at the moment are quite big. i guess at least dalmatian size

[November Rain]

I would mention mine, but I won't steal Elfe's thunder. That'll teach me to be too busy with the dogs to come on TV, won't it?

Edit - BTW, Nienke, thanks for mentioning us!

Edited June 22, 2007 by November Rain

[pokoal2000]

In my experience the best Thai dogs that are lively and best adapted to hot weather, very quick and great guard dogs are from Koh Chang. The local call them Ridgebacks. I don’t know what the correct bread name is, but they are brown and have tuff of hair growing the wrong way on their back.

[Nienke]

In my experience the best Thai dogs that are lively and best adapted to hot weather, very quick and great guard dogs are from Koh Chang. The local call them Ridgebacks. I don’t know what the correct bread name is, but they are brown and have tuff of hair growing the wrong way on their back.

They are called Thai Ridgeback Dogs or Mah Thai Langahn. It's an official breed recognized by the major kennelclubs in the world. Beautiful dogs, originally bred for guarding and hunting, now they are more used as companion dogs and for their guarding instincts.

They are bred in four different colors: blue, silver, chestnut and black.

Weight range: 23 - 34 kg (51 - 75 lb)

Height range: 58 - 66 cm ( 23 - 26 inch)

As they are quite independent dogs it's important to start proper education when they are young, about 8 weeks of age.

Nienke

[November Rain]

Lang Ahn's are wonderful. We've got a few Lang Ahn crosses & I've got to admit a little favouritism towards them. Love them.

[2long]

Got ours from soidogrescue.org

Very professional and nice and worthy and just do it.