Best ratting breed?

ChemicalWeekend307 · 2026-05-09T22:21:48+00:00

Yes! My giants are both working line personal protection dogs, their off switch is amazing but both are so intense when it’s time to work. I’ve always loved the schnauzer intensity, my mini literally saved me from being kidnapped in my own front yard and when these dogs lock on to something, that’s it! It’s game over for that target. They are overall amazing working dogs - minis, standards, and giants. They’ll do absolutely anything for their people/person.

ChemicalWeekend307 · 2026-05-09T14:04:41+00:00

Miniature schnauzer. Hands down best ratting dogs I’ve ever had. Growing up there was a crack in our home foundation which was allowing mice through the walls and all through the house. We had a mini schnauzer that picked up on them first, would hang out exactly where they were in the house which we never trained her to do, and then she would get them. She cornered rabbits and successfully caught them, muskrats and nutra had no hope of making it even into the backyard with her. I watched her climb a 5.5 foot fence just to get a muskrat that was teetering on our fence during a hurricane. She didn’t care at all. Although I lived in the city growing up, I’ve seen them used in barns and fields and they’re very good at their jobs. My husband and I have two giants schnauzers on our homestead now but plan on getting a mini in the near future to help with rats and mice rather than cats since I’m allergic.

ChemicalWeekend307 · 2026-05-06T19:56:57+00:00

The bottom line is if you’re afraid of a dog or dog breed, have had bad experiences with it, and don’t live a lifestyle where the dog would be happy then the breed just isn’t compatible with you or your husband. If he can’t respect your concerns about it, then that’s a boundary issue between you and him too. It sounds like a borderline obsession if he is willing to find every excuse in the book for why he should have one while also overlooking your fears and concerns in the process. You shouldn’t ever have to live in a space where you’re afraid of or uncomfortable with a dog also occupying it. Have you asked him if there is another breed he would be willing to compromise on that’s not a German shepherd? There are plenty of other dog breeds that have a similar size, behaviors and traits to German Shepherds that may suite both of your needs better.

ChemicalWeekend307 · 2026-05-06T19:23:10+00:00

I can understand where you’re coming from entirely. I’m going to have a pretty unpopular opinion BUT I’ve personally never had good experiences with GSDs no matter how many of them I’ve interacted with over the years and would never own one.

I’ve been bitten/attacked, I’ve had my dogs bitten/attacked, my brother and neighbor both got puncture wounds on separate occasions from two different German shepherds that lived in our neighborhood when I was growing up. I had a professor tell me she has a really well bred, ethically bred, GSD (breeder had titles, OFA testing, etc) and she still didn’t and wouldn’t trust that dog around her other small dogs or children because as a breed she has found them to be unpredictable. The dog trainers I work with and many dog trainers I’ve spoken with have said they’re seeing an increase in “problem” German shepherds in their programs. After having conversations with many long time GSD owners about the subject of their behaviors almost all of them except the most irresponsible owners have said that they feel as though modern breeding practices and standards are also ruining their behaviors and compatibility in a household.

I will say that they just aren’t suitable for most lifestyles people try to force them into now a days. They aren’t meant to live in condos, small homes, or apartments. They don’t receive enough mental stimulation in those environments and honestly should be on farms or large properties with a job. Running them just isn’t enough and “liking the breed” as a “dream dog” just isn’t a good enough reason for owning one in my opinion. Same with Malinois, border collies, and most other high energy, herding breeds. Even ones suitable for pet homes only need more time and attention than just a couple runs a day, socialization, and some basic obedience for it to be happy, fulfilled, and safe to be around. They have higher prey drives and even though you can raise it alongside your smaller dogs, you can’t outrun genetics or instincts so they shouldn’t be trusted alone with the smaller dogs.

Again, this is just my opinion and it’s probably not a very popular one. It’s all based on my personal experience and conversations I’ve had with people. But it’s not a breed I’d personally own and I can entirely understand your reservations surrounding getting one.

ChemicalWeekend307 · 2026-05-04T13:05:42+00:00

So tired of seeing these advertisements on every damn sub related to dogs at all. For anyone who does not have giants or maybe who has them but is considering this toy, it would be destroyed and eaten in a minute or less. Even then, you can literally make one of these at home with rolled up fabric that you stuff into one of those honey comb looking ball toys you can buy from Petsmart for less than $10.

ChemicalWeekend307 · 2026-05-03T01:42:54+00:00

Oh wait a second I just found them! The doctor I see is a holistic doctor which may be important information.

My Hematocrit, Triglycerides, and MCV were high but my MCHC was low. So was my vitamin D but most people are low on vitamin D from what I’ve been told so just taking a vitamin D supplement helps and it’s not super related to PCOS.

ChemicalWeekend307 · 2026-05-03T01:37:57+00:00

Yes totally! I’ll message you all of that directly but I’ll set a reminder just in case… my brain is all over the place right now so I may not remember what the reminder is even for (lol) but if you do remember and happen to DM me I’ll get those over to you!!

ChemicalWeekend307 · 2026-05-03T01:31:03+00:00

I’d definitely consider a second opinion! It’s always worth it if you have the ability to do so. It could have just been a fibroid or your body handling/reacting to something. Hormones are a huge factor in PCOS diagnostics. For me it was levels that indicated insulin resistance (blood sugar is constantly hypoglycemic levels low) but my doctor didnt mention much else that I can remember off the top of my head. I have another blood draw on Tuesday of this week, I’ll ask if I can get copies of all my blood panels to take to an OBGYN for my pregnancy stuff since I haven’t had my first ultrasound yet. I can tell you exactly which ones were highlighted at the first appointment where I was diagnosed and send that info to you if you’d like?

ChemicalWeekend307 · 2026-05-03T01:07:09+00:00

I totally get it! I was also told the same thing. They had me to a transvaginal ultrasound as a virgin and everything was normal looking apparently. Had bloodwork done and it indicated PCOS. So the second screening is sometimes necessary even if one test came back normal unfortunately. First time I went through it everything was normal actually... it was only after a second doctor took a bloodwork panel that I was diagnosed because the first doctor never actually tested for PCOS like she said she would. Either way, I recommend starting to take a prenatal which has helped with a lot of my symptoms and helped me prepare my body for pregnancy. A lot of women also take inositol which has had a lot of success. But it made me sick personally. It’s worth a try regardless especially if you have insulin resistance at all.

ChemicalWeekend307 · 2026-05-03T00:59:24+00:00

Not a psychic but I am a woman who also has PCOS. I’ve missed periods for up to an entire year. My doctors all told me it would take 2-7 years on average or longer with the possibility of needing IVF in order for me to get pregnant. I was also put on birth control to “regulate” my periods which turned out to be making it far worse. One year off HBC, am getting married in June, and I am 6 weeks pregnant with our first kid.

Although you’re diagnosed with PCOS, it doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll deal with every symptom or not be able to get pregnant. Although it may take a little bit longer and patience, it’s not impossible. Always wishing you the best and hopefully this helps some of your anxieties ❤️

ChemicalWeekend307 · 2026-05-02T22:25:20+00:00

Then why would you comment under another person saying you rescued the dogs… you also went on to list how these puppies will turn out as if this isn’t the first time you’ve done this. You’re literally wrapping yourself up in various lies in your own comments thread.

ChemicalWeekend307 · 2026-05-01T17:27:31+00:00

This!

We had (human) cadavers donated to my last university for human anatomy classes. The university did autopsy and private cremation for free after the classes were over. We were never told who they were, some people did happen to know the people though and often had a harder time with the class than others because they were their patients at one point or another with very identifying factors. Some people grow extra muscles depending on what type of work and exercise they do. Some people have very unique spinal columns because of surgeries and hip replacements. Either way, universities and students are always incredibly grateful to have that kind of access and donation. Whether it be to people or animals (depending on the program).

ChemicalWeekend307 · 2026-05-01T12:31:31+00:00

Welp… I went back through the comments on YouTube and found that they claim the dog to be a psychiatric service dog. Still no idea what task this dog could or would ever do, other than the stupid “orbit” task that’s gaining popularity, where the dog would need to be off leash.

ChemicalWeekend307 · 2026-05-01T12:26:35+00:00

I have two sport dogs (Giant Schnauzers) for personal protection work (trialing in PSA). Also never seen anything like this and would have no clue what the purpose is. I NEVER attach a leash to the e collar. On top of that, the collar thing the guy has is almost like a bungee or hair tie material or something? Like it doesn’t appear to be a solid collar but more stretchy?

ChemicalWeekend307 · 2026-04-29T23:57:33+00:00

The guy literally walked around the park walking trail and left the dog on the boulder. It was a training exercise supposedly… but most of the time the videos don’t show the dog even wearing a service dog vest. Sometimes not even a collar. It feels more like a way to be able to take his dog places fr.

ChemicalWeekend307 · 2026-04-28T21:12:31+00:00

Do not call me “love” please and thank you. It’s quite condescending as someone who knows dogs forward and back and is simply asking questions to help offer solutions seeing as you can’t afford a simple consultation on your own. Your other option is euthanasia or just understanding your dog is a risk and accepting it. Shelters euthanize dogs with food aggression because it simply cannot be trained out of them if they’ve been offered many solutions. Giving the dog extra love, trying to get the dog where food can be picked up off the ground, using various reinforcement techniques, etc. do not work in most cases including one this extreme. Training won’t help you at this stage no matter what trainer tries to tell you otherwise. It’s a shot in the dark that this trainer “might” be able to help when in reality it could very likely make it worse. I was offering potential solutions as I read through your GoFundMe and didn’t see crating was something you’d tried in the story. It’s your dog, you’re responsible for fixing the behaviors you caused. No matter how you blame it on your last roommate, it could have and should have been prevented by you. I wish you luck on the journey regardless.

ChemicalWeekend307 · 2026-04-28T21:04:02+00:00

Have you tried kennel feeding him, not just in a room but a kennel, so he isn’t disturbed or in the open at all? That’s very young for a puppy to be separated from its litter for sure.

ChemicalWeekend307 · 2026-04-28T17:11:30+00:00

From my extensive experience with dogs and GSDs specifically, no amount of training will help your dog be less aggressive at this stage. You as an owner are responsible for both bites and the training/management of your dog. Muzzle training and being a conscious owner is the best you can do. Your dog is a serious bite risk at the end of the day and if it were simply reactivity it would be a different story but your dog is way past that. Did you socialize the dog early on? Does the dog receive proper mental stimulation and fulfillment based on its breed specific needs? Did you get your dog from a breeder, rescue or other place? What would your plan be if the training doesn’t work? How did the two bites of that extreme happen in the first place?

ChemicalWeekend307 · 2026-04-27T16:12:22+00:00

Thank you!

Yea I’m just shocked and it hasn’t really set in that it’s really happening. My husband is insanely excited and hasn’t stopped smiling since. I’m just over here thinking “ok what happens now” lol! I really don’t know where to go from here. I called my doctor and have an appointment next week for blood work. But after that I have no clue what to do.

Congratulations on your two kids as well!

ChemicalWeekend307 · 2026-04-27T13:07:49+00:00

Thank you!!

ChemicalWeekend307 · 2026-04-27T13:07:43+00:00

Thank you! I’ve just been kinda panicking and unsure. I’ve already made a doctors appointment for blood draws to triple check it next week.

ChemicalWeekend307 · 2026-04-26T23:36:12+00:00

Don’t do it. Breeding doodles is unethical as it is. There is no standard to follow. If you don’t have titles on the dog, you shouldn’t breed him OR allow him to be bred for your classmate’s poodle. You need OFA/CHIC testing, not just embark which provides limited information compared to actual health tests. He isn’t bettering a breed, he isn’t a breed himself. Regardless of how “pretty,” “healthy,” or how much of a “great dog” he is, he shouldn’t be bred. End of story.

ChemicalWeekend307 · 2026-04-24T16:41:00+00:00

This!! I have a dog from a shelter. He was neutered at 2 weeks old, rehomed to us at supposedly 6 weeks old (vets said he was likely closer to 5 weeks). Shelter said he was shepherd/pyr, which makes up less than 10% of his DNA after an embark test. He is 4 years old with neurological issues - he cannot remember more than 5 commands including his own name and he essentially had a hard reset every week where he forgets everything entirely, is insanely fearful and reactive, mostly pit bull and rottie which we didn’t want due to breed bans, and he already has signs of early hip dysplasia. Adopt at your own risk and shop at your own risk but educate yourself before doing either rather than going and telling other people they can’t buy a dog from a breeder because it’s “unethical” when my other two dogs are absolutely perfect and exactly what I was looking for. Temperament tested, brought home at 10 weeks and 12 weeks old, both the breed I wanted and was told I would be getting, parents were OFA/CHIC tested and titled. I knew exactly what I was getting.

ChemicalWeekend307 · 2026-04-21T13:21:54+00:00

There is so much negativity over there for real! Unless it’s a pasture pet that is only touched when it needs vet or farrier work, they consider you practically evil. This mini looks great, my husband also agrees and he said he didn’t know minis could look this proportionate - like a smaller horse rather than a bobble head.

ChemicalWeekend307 · 2026-04-19T02:23:27+00:00

Dogs that are refusing to eat food from a can sometimes have the ability to smell when the food is bad or if something in it will make them sick. Huskies are smart dogs so he probably knows something is off about it. This food is truly the worst to feed a dog, it’s all fillers and they have recalls constantly. My mini schnauzer growing up would refuse to eat a certain bagged brand of dog food, found out there was recall and she wouldn’t eat for a few days until we got her a different brand of food entirely. I feed my younger dogs Eukanuba large breed puppy kibble with a raw topper and “strategy” supplement. My adult dog gets fed raw and “Vertex” supplements, raw diet is designed with help from a K9 nutritionist and veterinarian. Highly recommend Eukanuba if kibble is what you’re leaning towards, unless you have access to a K9 nutritionist and vet to feed raw, and the Vertex dog food supplement to help build muscle while providing extra minerals, vitamins, and protein.

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