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parker
06-22-2006, 08:50 PM
Can anyone help me find a picardy/bacardi shepherd puppy? I live in southern British Columbia and haven't had any luck searching on the net. Thanks.
SummerRiot
06-22-2006, 10:39 PM
I have honestly never heard of this breed.
What does it look like? Is it recognized by any Kennel Club?
Sounds more like a hard drink lol
parker
06-22-2006, 10:49 PM
Yes they are unusual here although I am certain more commonplace in France from where they originate. Try this link:
http://www.dog-dogs.com/index.cfm/pages/29/this_breed/129
dr2little
06-22-2006, 10:53 PM
I know the breed that you mean. One just appeared in a kids movie..in the trailer, the dog ran through a grocery store..
OOH this is bugging me...anyone know the movie I'm talking about. To me this dog looks like a wire haired briard.
SummerRiot
06-22-2006, 10:57 PM
OHHHHHHHHHHHH ok I know the breed you mean..
They are the "Win Dixie" dog right??
Cassiepeia
06-22-2006, 11:03 PM
The movie is 'Because of Winn-Dixie'. :) They're a delightful looking breed.
Cass.
dr2little
06-22-2006, 11:03 PM
Ding..Ding..Ding..you've got it SummerRiot!! Thats the movie!:D
Picardy! Thanks parker!
Wow, Hollywood really can't help themselves when it comes to casting purebreds, can they? ;) Even the scruffiest looking 'mutt' has a paper heritage as long as my arm.
Fran27
06-22-2006, 11:07 PM
I know the breed is recognized in France but not sure about the US.
parker
06-22-2006, 11:37 PM
Good call on the briard...also a sheep herding dog from France. Trust me to
A. desire a breed only available halfway around the world and
B. one that has been a star in a movie! ;)
Ah well the search continues.
Juicy
06-23-2006, 12:13 AM
OHHHHHHHHHHHH ok I know the breed you mean..
They are the "Win Dixie" dog right??
lol for a minute i was confused. winn dixie had a dog? lol and then i remember the movie/book. heh i was about to say i thought their logo was a check mark!
~Tucker&Me~
06-23-2006, 02:06 AM
I found a breeder in Kansas.
But that's pretty far. They say that there are an estimated 2000 Picardy Shepherds worldwide, so expect to pay a pretty penny :).
They don't say much about their dogs, so if you contact them, ask about health testing (not just vet checked!) and make sure they are showing them.
Best of luck, and let me know if you decide on a different breed as I live in B.C too and can help you locate breeders.
~Tucker
parker
06-23-2006, 11:13 AM
Tucker,
That is very kind of you. I most certainly am open to different breeds. I will get back to you. Thanks.
~Tucker&Me~
06-23-2006, 05:51 PM
Just pass me a PM if the need arises :).
~Tucker
Renee750il
06-23-2006, 06:16 PM
Love4Pits brother bought one, then obtained another from a woman who could no longer keep hers . . . Last I heard they were all besotted with the pair :D
LabBreeder
06-23-2006, 08:52 PM
Wow. I thought the "Because of Winn Dixie" dog was a mutt. :eek: :)
parker
06-24-2006, 12:38 AM
That's why I like these dogs, because they do look like mutts. I have been open to adopting a dog for some time but after several dissapointing attempts I thought the best course of action would be to get a puppy that looks like a mixed breed.
I think this is the breeder Tucker is talking about and my recommendation would be to contact them and ask for references. Or look into them if they aren't too far.
parker
06-24-2006, 12:50 AM
HI Saje,
Which breeder is that?
Oh the link would help wouldn't it lol.
http://www.canadasguidetodogs.com/herding/picard_breeders.htm
parker
06-24-2006, 12:59 AM
Thank you. That is exactly what I was looking for. And now I know where Kansas is too!
~Tucker&Me~
06-24-2006, 01:43 AM
Yup, that's the site :D.
~Tucker
LabBreeder
06-24-2006, 02:53 AM
quick question...why do you want a dog that 'looks' like a mutt? couldn't you just get a real mutt, if that's the look your going for I mean. Or is it the specific look and knowing what size it'll be full grown that appeals vs a mutt that can look deceptively small as a puppy and grow into what's seemingly a whole other dog. LOL :)
jess2416
06-24-2006, 03:07 AM
nvr mind...
I'm thinking she/he likes the history of the breed and the fact that you can get it from a good breeder who has done health checks and can give you an idea of what the traits are going to be like.
jess2416
06-24-2006, 03:10 AM
I'm thinking she/he likes the history of the breed and the fact that you can get it from a good breeder who has done health checks and can give you an idea of what the traits are going to be like.
and Ditto to that too ^
LabBreeder
06-24-2006, 05:12 AM
ahh, ok. It just came across weird. I guess the way they posted it...I dunno. Definitely not intending any harm/debate or anything else. Just an honest question. No offense intended.
Thanks for the clarification Saje. :)
parker
06-24-2006, 09:01 AM
In the past I adopted two adult mixed breed dogs with great success and since their demise have rescued two more and had no luck reversing the damage the previous owners had done to them. So I am considering a puppy this time and this breed has a tempermant that appeals to me and the looks of a cross breed. BUT as their are only 24 in North America I can safely say that I am happy to consider other breeds. After four dog rescues I have seen a lot of sadness in a dog's eyes:( , and many of the people who recklessley breed their dogs don't have healthy puppies, so that is why I am thinking of a certified breeder. I know my dog is out there somewhere but we haven't found each other yet.:)