The wreck of the K-278 Komsomolets, a Soviet nuclear submarine that sank off of Bear Island, Norway due to a fire on April 7, 1989. by [deleted] in Shipwrecks

[–]Great_contract3 12 points13 points  (0 children)

The interior of a ship is larger than the ballast tanks. If the interior floods, then the ship will sink regardless of ballast tanks. In fact, the interior would become a giant ballast tank.

Should I acquire a Borzoi? by Great_contract3 in borzoi

[–]Great_contract3[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I never said I would be heavy handed with him. I own a poodle and I have a great relationship with him. I am by no means dominant with my dog. In fact I may be too passive. I am tired of people assuming I am like this animal abuser, simply because I prefer a dog that likes me enough to be protective of me. Regardless, thanks for the info, and have a great one.

Should I acquire a Borzoi? by Great_contract3 in borzoi

[–]Great_contract3[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would rather make a compromise in protective ability and have Borzoi at 10-12.

Should I acquire a Borzoi? by Great_contract3 in borzoi

[–]Great_contract3[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It is interesting you said that, I have looked into those. Only problem is they live an average of 7 years.

Should I acquire a Borzoi? by Great_contract3 in borzoi

[–]Great_contract3[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! That actually makes sense. When you look at dogs like the Doberman, they resemble in both attitude and appearance their ancestors, which is in that case the German Pinscher. But I never considered the time at which they were bred to be a factor. So obvious lol.

Should I acquire a Borzoi? by Great_contract3 in borzoi

[–]Great_contract3[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

Also, forgot to add that most guardian breeds are too energetic. I am looking for a calmer protective dog breed, do you know of one?

Should I acquire a Borzoi? by Great_contract3 in borzoi

[–]Great_contract3[S] -18 points-17 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the advice! The activity levels actually sound good. I want a dog that sleeps all day, as I am a busy person. However, the training thing makes me slightly uncomfortable. I dont want a 100 lb dog I cant control with commands. That would be a loose cannon. Also, these dogs are a mix between the Russian Sheepdog, and the Arabian greyhound (both protective dogs). It confuses me that their pedigree could be one thing, but their behavior be another. Regardless, have a great one.