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Re: Hey Pyr and Kuv People!!!« Reply #15 on: January 03, 2006, 01:52:57 PM »
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I'm not a LGD expert by ANY means, but just because they don't have the dewclaws in the back and they have a solid belly does NOT mean that they're not a Pyr. The lack of dewclaws is a disqualifying fault in the show ring, but especially when you're dealing with a puppy from unknown origins, it is totally possible to have a purebred without them. And not to be a Snot Sofia, how can you know how old the puppy is if you haven't seen him in person? I ONLY say that because pictures can be very deceiving, and I wouldn't ever be sure of a dog's age till I saw it in person and even then, I wouldn't be positive.
Okay, I hadn't known that about the dewclaws. Thank you.
As far as age, I just tend to think he is a little bit younger, 3-4 months is my guess, based upon size and his still having some baby teeth. Mrs. Miller has seen him in person, so my guess is based upon what she wrote in emails. (I know you are just trying to point out that I shouldn't make assumptions; I understand.
) I guess I need to clarify that that is just a GUESS. Sorry about that being unclear.I'm sure that she will post more about him later today, however.
Re: Hey Pyr and Kuv People!!!« Reply #16 on: January 03, 2006, 04:36:00 PM »
There is a good description of Kuvasz under of course the Kuvasz section for reference, I am posting a pic of oneo f Beauty's pups at 3 months old, his face very much looks Kuvasz, althought he picture is not that great, kuvasz puppies do have a very distinct look at that age, their faces change dramatically in appearance as they grow older, it is actually quite amazing to me to see the way the face matures!
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Re: Hey Pyr and Kuv People!!!« Reply #17 on: January 03, 2006, 04:57:55 PM »
I'll be getting the little tyke later on today. Sofia was right. She was
giving his age based on what I told her. I've owned 2 Kuvs in the past, and as I don't consider myself an expert on Kuvasz "looks" since there are so many different kinds, I emailed his pictures to a bunch of different Kuvasz breeders. Except for 1 resounding no, everyone else said very possibly and to pull him. So I am.
I also found out when reading his petfinder bio, that he was NOT brought in as part of a litter, but had been found with other puppies.
Here's the interesting part though. Where they were found is only about 5 miles from a flea market that sells among other things - puppies!
I'll let everyone draw their own conclusions as I can only speculate as to his parentage and how he ended up on the streets in a neighborhood.
If I was a puppy miller, I would have at least dumped them in a better neighborhood!
I'll post more later today after I get him and get him settled in.
Helen and Cayman forever in my heart
giving his age based on what I told her. I've owned 2 Kuvs in the past, and as I don't consider myself an expert on Kuvasz "looks" since there are so many different kinds, I emailed his pictures to a bunch of different Kuvasz breeders. Except for 1 resounding no, everyone else said very possibly and to pull him. So I am.
I also found out when reading his petfinder bio, that he was NOT brought in as part of a litter, but had been found with other puppies.
Here's the interesting part though. Where they were found is only about 5 miles from a flea market that sells among other things - puppies!
I'll let everyone draw their own conclusions as I can only speculate as to his parentage and how he ended up on the streets in a neighborhood.
If I was a puppy miller, I would have at least dumped them in a better neighborhood!
I'll post more later today after I get him and get him settled in.
Helen and Cayman forever in my heart
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Re: Hey Pyr and Kuv People!!!« Reply #18 on: January 03, 2006, 05:01:26 PM »
I can't wait to see more of that little fluffball! Smart little tyke to join up with a herd of other kids... safety in numbers!
That is so great that you're pulling him. I can't to see new pictures.
Re: Hey Pyr and Kuv People!!!« Reply #20 on: January 03, 2006, 05:55:57 PM »
How true it is there are many different looks! I do agree with you and Sophia on his estimated age. Which is really all anyone can give wether you see a picture OR view in person . Unless you are the breeder and know for a fact...There is absouetly nothing wrong in guessing the age of the pup or stating what you think it may be.Dark pigmented skin is a Kuv trait and I quote " perhaps the most amazing characteristic of this white dog is the frequent occurance of litters whelped with COMPLETE black pigmentation of skin, nose, eyelids, lips, and nails. " Kuvasz skin is heavily pigmented slate grey to black and is one of their defining characteristic s. Anyway it is the opinion of many people who know Kuvasz looks that he is probably kuvasz or mix at any rate, I am very glad that he is finding a safe home , be careful Helen, you may fall in love! 
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I'm not a LGD expert by ANY means, but just because they don't have the dewclaws in the back and they have a solid belly does NOT mean that they're not a Pyr. The lack of dewclaws is a disqualifying fault in the show ring, but especially when you're dealing with a puppy from unknown origins, it is totally possible to have a purebred without them. And not to be a Snot Sofia, how can you know how old the puppy is if you haven't seen him in person? I ONLY say that because pictures can be very deceiving, and I wouldn't ever be sure of a dog's age till I saw it in person and even then, I wouldn't be positive.
Okay, I hadn't known that about the dewclaws. Thank you.
As far as age, I just tend to think he is a little bit younger, 3-4 months is my guess, based upon size and his still having some baby teeth. Mrs. Miller has seen him in person, so my guess is based upon what she wrote in emails. (I know you are just trying to point out that I shouldn't make assumptions; I understand.
) I guess I need to clarify that that is just a GUESS. Sorry about that being unclear.I'm sure that she will post more about him later today, however.
butt is getting pulled!!!I'm not a LGD expert by ANY means, but just because they don't have the dewclaws in the back and they have a solid belly does NOT mean that they're not a Pyr. The lack of dewclaws is a disqualifying fault in the show ring, but especially when you're dealing with a puppy from unknown origins, it is totally possible to have a purebred without them. And not to be a Snot Sofia, how can you know how old the puppy is if you haven't seen him in person? I ONLY say that because pictures can be very deceiving, and I wouldn't ever be sure of a dog's age till I saw it in person and even then, I wouldn't be positive.
Okay, I hadn't known that about the dewclaws. Thank you.
As far as age, I just tend to think he is a little bit younger, 3-4 months is my guess, based upon size and his still having some baby teeth. Mrs. Miller has seen him in person, so my guess is based upon what she wrote in emails. (I know you are just trying to point out that I shouldn't make assumptions; I understand.
) I guess I need to clarify that that is just a GUESS. Sorry about that being unclear.I'm sure that she will post more about him later today, however.
butt is getting pulled!!! (the 2nd pic)« Last Edit: January 03, 2006, 06:31:44 PM by Gypsy Jazmine »
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