ok-i really want a white aussie-i heard thay can be deph but there are classes for those!I want to help one- a small one,like a mini or toy aussie!peaple think they are just a defect, but i think thay are wonderful!i saw one on animal planet and instantly fell in love!Do you know any links, info or places that might have them for adoption?
2007-02-01 07:41:27 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
ok-i do not want to but from an "irrisponsible breeder" i dont want to buy from any breeder-i want to help a white aussie who may be put down because of his difference, and texegirl2, it is not the same Q-i am asking for info on the first and places here-and there are no other Q like it on the site-so go bother with some-one who asks a Q that has been asked 20,000,000,000,000 time ok?GOOD!
2007-02-01 08:40:45 · update #1
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2007-02-01 07:47:31 · answer #1 · answered by Angel 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Even though you have already asked about this earlier & were given very good advice that white Aussies are genetically unhealthy (most likely deaf & blind) and that reputable breeders do not breed toy or miniatures, you are STILL seeking one?
Please re-think this - some (usually VERY experienced dog owners) people have had success raising a deaf dog, but most are put down, as they become biters. When dogs can't hear & a child (or adult) touches them quickly, this is how they react generally - which is EXACTLY why reputable Dalmation breeders BAER hearing test all their pups & euthanize the deaf ones. It is not worth risking people's safety. And, again, REPUTABLE breeders do NOT breed miniature Aussies - any breeder that does so is after money only, & not the type that does appropriate health testing or cares about you or the dog's welfare after the sale. Take the good advice you were given!
Read & notice: this is directly from the authority, the Australian Shepherd club: http://www.asca.org/White+Deafness?showlogin=1&
2007-02-01 23:58:14 · answer #2 · answered by mustanglynnie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A double merle aussie can be white but there are other possible health problems beyond just being deaf. Breeding merle to merle can cause death and is not something a responsible breeder does. There are also people breeding for the 'mini' dogs but they are not registered dogs (in AKC) and are not recognized so many breeders are breeding to fill a need but not necessarily breeding good quality. So you want a dog that was bred by an irresponsible breeder breeding merle to merle AND they're breeding outside the standard and can't be registered. Great. Make sure to save your pennies for the vet bills you're going to incur with this dog.
2007-02-01 08:25:13 · answer #3 · answered by SC 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
YOU JUST ASKED THIS QUESTION AND GOT SEVERAL ANSWERS!!! stop asking there isnt a place for just ALL WHITE australian shepherds. Call shelters, and australian breeders see if they have a white one for sale or adoptions. Since you decided to post 2 times the same question I will include my answer 2 times.
White Australian shepherds with Blue eyes, are badly bred Merles or blues that have been bred together. People are never suppose to breed 2 Blues or Reds Merles together. IT produces these types called lethal whites. Generally they are deaf, deformed, blind, and sickly. IF they are lucky they are normal. Thats the only way to get the pure white or white with some little creamy spots. IF they are White Australian Sheps and they are not Merle crossed they are not show quality and pretty hard to get. Its not a common color for pure white. Also there is no such thing as a purebred TOY Australian Shepherd. These dogs have been crossed with mini breeds. They are not standard and they have been inbred and linebred. This will be a big problem and they will have some severe medical conditions. Please be careful of people advertising for TOY Australians. Do more research on the dogs before you decide. Australians need TONS of exercise and stimulation, they are highly energetic and smart, and they need very knowledgeable owners.
ADDITION: I also saw the same show on Animal planet about a young, white Australian shep named Skylar. The dog was DEAF and had some genetic problems. This dog was not PURE WHITE it had some creamy tan points. It was the result of breeding a Blue Merle Aussie to a Blue Merle Aussie which is not a acceptable practice among breeders of dog with a Merle coat pattern. She was an adorable puppy and was great in learning hand signals but the owner of these dogs have to be 100% dedicated to them.
ANIMAL LOVER you did ask this question 2 times. I answered there too, you wanted to find a TOY Australian Shepherd and thats fine if you want to help a already born White Australian Shep but I am telling you the inheriant dangers of White Australian Shepherds and so there. You posted publicly and you get all sorts of answers your going to have to deal with it.
Heres your previous question link
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AmVANVb8LebiBHJbAirE57Xsy6IX?qid=20070201121732AAXl04Z&show=7#profile-info-AA11280525
also in that question you want to find one for sale/adoption/or give away. Now you've changed your mind in all of a half an hour cause you didnt like the answers and decided you want to rescue them. So had you posted this question first with out the other one, you would have gotten a nice reply and better information from me.
2007-02-01 07:47:17 · answer #4 · answered by I luv Pets 7 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Actually deafness and blindness in white Aussies is very common.
Merle whites can be produced when two normal heterozygous (Mm) merle dogs are bred together. You can also have excessively white marked (S locus) puppies produced from the mating of two heterozygous merles (Mm), from a heterozygous (Mm) merle to a tri or bi (mm) or even from to tri or bi (mm) parents. These puppies can be completely or partially deaf due to the lack of pigment in the inner ear. Australian Shepherds are not the only breed to be effected by this type of deafness. Any breed with a white or merle hair coat is at risk. The highest incidence is found in Dalmatians. Deafness also occurs in white cats with blue eyes.
To adopt a white Aussie, you can go to this website:
http://adopt-an-australian-shepherd.1-800-save-a-pet.com/
2007-02-01 07:51:20 · answer #5 · answered by Fetch 11 Humane Society 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Dear white aussie lover, I have two pups, one male one female that are white with a few black spots and they are about 14 weeks old. The problem that you are going to have getting one that is pure white is that the dogs color changes as it gets older. If you dont get one at an early age its is hard to bond with the dog and it takes alot longer. I have had a hard time giving these pups away because of their color. If you are interested, let me know.
2007-02-01 09:29:36 · answer #6 · answered by hwfarms2004 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure where you heard there are classes for deaf dogs, but that is not true. At least not that i have ever heard of. they do just fine in regular obedience class though! deaf dogs are wonderful, but they are a challenge. on top of that, aussies are a tough breed to own. they need lots of stimulation and do best with lots of training and activity. you need to have time to devote to that type of dog. please do research on the breed and deaf dogs before you consider adopting one.
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2016-11-02 01:51:15 · answer #8 · answered by doti 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i know a breeder that has white ones some times but they aren't DEAF!
2007-02-01 07:45:41 · answer #9 · answered by kat_luvr2003 6 · 1⤊ 2⤋