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~ In her Pamphlet on * Pg. 5* Mrs. Lana Lou Lane (Founder of the breed) affirms: "THE ALAPAHA IS NOT THE SAME DOG AS AMERICAN BULLDOG AND NOT TO BE CONFUSED WITH THEM, OR TO BE CROSS BRED WITH THEM" ~
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TEMPERAMENT:
The Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog is very intelligent and highly trainable. They excel at obedience therefore easy to potty train, etc. They are great with children and other animals. Displaying a presence of nobility, they are confident, alert, protective, loyal, possessive, and defensive. They are not dog or human aggressive. They can be aloof with strangers but are not aggressive towards them, only displaying aggression when it is necessary for defense, with reassurance from their owners, they will accept guests and friends. Some assertiveness towards other dogs is acceptable. |
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Alapahas were NEVER bred for aggression or for the appearance thereof. Guarding is a natural instinct of this breed, and they are protective of their family and property, along with other pets and animals they are raised around. They are not one person dogs, and make excellent loyal companions. They establish their territory at a young age. They will fight to the death to protect their owners if the situation arises. The Alapaha loves attention and prefers to be close to their people! The breed does not test for the "Superior Position" in the family, and are more than happy to be in the lowest rank, ever desiring of your love, affection, and in your lap if allowed, throughout their life! They are generally not suitable for kennel situations, preferring the role of companion.
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Lunchtime!
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***Any other breed of dog introduced into the Alapaha's bloodline, outside of what Lana Lou Lane used in the establishing of her Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldogs changes a dog forever. It's no longer an Alapaha but is considered a Hybrid, and will not have the same unique character traits, temperament or health, etc., that makes this breed what it is. Some of those special, inherent traits are non-dog or human aggression!
along with being protective, and having the mental ability to read a situation before reacting. Commonly, dogs with natural guarding instinct are either one or the other or both dog/human aggressive***
along with being protective, and having the mental ability to read a situation before reacting. Commonly, dogs with natural guarding instinct are either one or the other or both dog/human aggressive***
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Intelligent and Trainability, Lily Takes A "Bow"
There's a ball in there!
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Hanging with the mules, and Cocoa.
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Jack and Lexy. More videos on my YouTube channel!
Socializing at 8 wks...
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Our daughter, and the fur babies enjoying her visit!
Early morning Xbox...
Temperament: Temperament is a function of genetics. It is inherited not developed. A dog's core temperament never changes. Some behaviors can be modified through training, but the temperament itself never changes. It's in their DNA. For example, a high energy dog is not going to learn to be a laid back low energy dog. But the dog can be taught to control his energy, to an extent. A dog with a rotten temperament will always be a dog with a rotten temperament no matter how wonderful the environment is. A dog with a sound, stable temperament will always be a sound, stable dog even in a miserable environment.
Personality: Each dog has a personality, which is different than temperament. Personality is developed through interaction with other animals, and primarily with people. A dog will not consider as a prey object, any living creature to which he is exposed to early as a puppy. Puppies who are raised in nurturing, enriched environments, tend to have well-developed personalities. Good early handling, socialization, and training will help develop desirable traits, but those traits have to be there. However, this does not change their temperament.
We begin handling our puppies from birth, rubbing their feet, ears, and tail, handling their mouths and turning them over as they mature. We start their socialization along with introducing them to our friends, and family, the other animals here, different surfaces, and sounds. We believe this is vital in developing each puppies trust, and personality, and should continue long after they leave us, and our home to be with their new families.
***As with any breed, socialization should start while very young! The first 12-16 weeks of age are an important time frame for exposing a puppy to different people, other animals, and new environments, therefore continuing throughout their maturity...The more this is done the less likely any dog is to become aggressive unless protecting their family and residence***
***Owners need to achieve Pack Leader status in order to train and mold any breed to become an obedient, loving and stable companion. Note: It is a natural instinct for dogs to have an order in its Pack. When we humans live with dogs, we become their Pack. The entire pack cooperates under a single leader, lines are clearly defined and rules are set. Because a dog communicates its displeasure by growling and often times resulting in biting, all humans MUST be higher up in status above their dogs! Owners must be the ones making the decisions, not their dogs. That is the only way your relationship with your dog can be a complete success***
Personality: Each dog has a personality, which is different than temperament. Personality is developed through interaction with other animals, and primarily with people. A dog will not consider as a prey object, any living creature to which he is exposed to early as a puppy. Puppies who are raised in nurturing, enriched environments, tend to have well-developed personalities. Good early handling, socialization, and training will help develop desirable traits, but those traits have to be there. However, this does not change their temperament.
We begin handling our puppies from birth, rubbing their feet, ears, and tail, handling their mouths and turning them over as they mature. We start their socialization along with introducing them to our friends, and family, the other animals here, different surfaces, and sounds. We believe this is vital in developing each puppies trust, and personality, and should continue long after they leave us, and our home to be with their new families.
***As with any breed, socialization should start while very young! The first 12-16 weeks of age are an important time frame for exposing a puppy to different people, other animals, and new environments, therefore continuing throughout their maturity...The more this is done the less likely any dog is to become aggressive unless protecting their family and residence***
***Owners need to achieve Pack Leader status in order to train and mold any breed to become an obedient, loving and stable companion. Note: It is a natural instinct for dogs to have an order in its Pack. When we humans live with dogs, we become their Pack. The entire pack cooperates under a single leader, lines are clearly defined and rules are set. Because a dog communicates its displeasure by growling and often times resulting in biting, all humans MUST be higher up in status above their dogs! Owners must be the ones making the decisions, not their dogs. That is the only way your relationship with your dog can be a complete success***