Niagara Terrier
Testimonials...
Stage Two - Refinement
As with most breeds, the early stages in the development of the Niagara Terrier took place without intent. The first obvious hint of a breed was the silver-black dog Rebel, born in 2005 to a ¾ Border Terrier (BT)/¼ Border Collie (BC) bitch by a Border Terrier dog. He was/is small (14 lb) with strong BT characteristics -- pronounced stop, domed head, drop ears, short, thick tail with a tail ring, and an excellent temperament. Still, it wasn't until 2008 when he and a son sired several pups that were selected for breeding that a distinct breed became a focus.
It has been determined that the Niagara Terrier will be designed as the perfect small-size family dog. This means that its weight will be 6 kg - 7 kg (approx. 15 lb); very people-loving and child-safe; not quarrelsome with other dogs and pets; intelligent and easily trained; thick loose hide with double coat for toughness and weather resistance, non-shedding harsh outer coat; BT body shape except for the head which may be less otter-like; and no preferred color. (Most breeds choose color as a feature of the "pure" breed because it is most obvious.)
Since the foundation breeds are both intelligent, people-loving, tough, weather resistant dogs, the main trait requiring selection pressure is size.
There is no intent to have the Niagara Terrier officially recognized as a breed.
A disciplined, obedient dog is a happy dog. Dogs like to please their master, but if they don't understand what is expected of them they are confused, and their masters are frustrated. The quickest and best solution to this dilemma is for both to attend basic obedience classes. If you are within convenient driving distance of Niagara Falls, a multi-option training facility to consider is Tee Creek Dog Training Center (www.TeeCreek.com). If you are in the Toronto area check out The Puppy Professors (www.puppyprof.com). Of course there are other training facilities that you may wish to look into. Canaan Farm has no "arrangement" with either of these two.
A second issue with a puppy/dog is "piddle" training; particularly important for apartment dwellers. Check out Potty Park (www.pottypark.com use referral code ONCFC09)
High quality dog training in the Hamilton-Toronto area: www.crdogs.com.
Stage One - Origin
I have tried to "[annoy her]" intentionally and it cannot be done.
She seems very interested in birds and will growl at them, yet every dog or person that goes by only gets a look.
She is not possessive with food or toys even when other dogs are around.
I find her to be very intelligent and therefore have not had to spend a whole lot of time training her.
She is a very relaxed dog although does get quite excited to see us arrive home.
UJessie enjoys being outside and playing/chewing with her toys.
She is quite content to not travel too far away from us. She likes to be close.
Greg
Niagara Terrier, Tyson, was returned Jan 5 after two months on the lam near Fergus. He had been loaned to a family in Fergus on Nov 8 for a breeding, but he bolted and lived off the land in fence rows, hay barns, etc., feeding on mice, birdseed, rotten apples, and horse manure during his 200 km (a guess based upon sightings) journey. This was a remarkable feat for a two-year old, 17 lb dog ( he didn't lose a gram), considering the cold weather of this period. He has always been a farm dog and would not seek the comfort of a house or the companionship of humans. Although he missed his first assignment, he bred two bitches during his two week stay around Oustic.
The Niagara Terrier with its physical toughness, small size, intelligence and no-nip nature qualifies as a perfect family dog.
Wendell Palmer
