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"Problem Dogs Are Made Not Born" (agree/disagree?)

Fred2'O Novice Nov 9, 2010, 9:16 AM Views: 4368 "Problem Dogs Are Made Not Born" (agree/disagree?) For me I think "nature" and "nurture" can both be a contributing factor. I can't really say whether I agree or disagree with the statement above but what do the rest of you think?

GoldenAddict Canine Addict Nov 11, 2010, 6:33 AM Views: 4331 Re: [Fred2'O] "Problem Dogs Are Made Not Born" (agree/disagree?) Only partially. Problem dogs are born AND made. Some problem dogs are from poor breeding - ie dogs with temperamental issues or being completely unsound. Other problem dogs are made through having craptacular owners. The first cannot be changed only managed, the second can however be changed. Good question by the way! "Multi BIS (local) GreatGrowkenn Agnes CGC" is ranked #5 (all-breed) in Best Malaysian Bred Dog Of The Year 2010"

Fred2'O Novice Nov 12, 2010, 10:16 AM Views: 4298 Re: [GoldenAddict] "Problem Dogs Are Made Not Born" (agree/disagree?) I agree with you Melissa. There are going to be dogs that are born with bad temperaments that cannot be cured through training and there are going to be dogs raised in environments that do not allow for proper socialization or training and create a problem dog.