Post by Die Fledermaus on Jul 11, 2009 17:38:09 GMT -4
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Unless they test over three dozen dogs I somewhat discount the results.
YIKES!!
Check out the Dogue de Bordeaux and my favorite Finnish Spitz! Not good.
Even with a somewhat small sample the dreaded Presa Canario did OK!
Some of these dogs I never heard of. . .
Average is 81.9%.
A lot of surprising results, even though some samples are small. Dogo Argentino is one example.
Whoa! Basenjis have real issues. Cairn terriers, too!
And Salukis. And bulldogs! Shetland Sheepdogs are tricky. Scotties too, of course, though their sample is small. Wow! Schnauzers are very low, with a big sample.
Irish Setter, Labs, and Belgian Malinois are sweeties! I did like the latter a lot at the WKC show. Schipperkes are sweet, too. And English cocker spaniels. Curly Coated Retrievers are high. So are Pugs.
Cotons are very low on the list.
No, TWAJ. They are too rare to be on it at all.
Stafforshire Bull Terriers are WAY above average!
Rottweilers are slightly ABOVE average.
Chihuahas are well below average,
Neap. mastiffs' sample is too small, but they seem below average.
Yorkies are about average, which surprised me.
Very interesting stuff.
>> About Canine Temperament
Because of breed-specific dog legislation and negative publicity associated with many breeds of dogs, temperament testing has assumed an important role for today's dog fancier. The ATTS Temperament Test provides breeders a means for evaluating temperament and gives pet owners insight into their dog's behavior. It can have an impact on breeding programs and in educating owners about their dog's behavioral strengths and weaknesses as well as providing a positive influence on dog legislation.
What is temperament?
W. Handel, German Police Dog Trainer, in his article, "The Psychological Basis of Temperament Testing," defines temperament as:
"the sum total of all inborn and acquired physical and mental traits and talents which determines, forms and regulates behavior in the environment"
The ATTS test focuses on and measures different aspects of temperament such as stability, shyness, aggressiveness, and friendliness as well as the dog's instinct for protectiveness towards its handler and/or self-preservation in the face of a threat. The test is designed for the betterment of all breeds of dogs and takes into consideration each breed's inherent tendencies.
The test simulates a casual walk through the park or neighborhood where everyday life situations are encountered. During this walk, the dog experiences visual, auditory and tactile stimuli. Neutral, friendly and threatening situations are encountered, calling into play the dog's ability to distinguish between non-threatening situations and those calling for watchful and protective reactions. <<
www.atts.org/statistics.html
Unless they test over three dozen dogs I somewhat discount the results.
YIKES!!
Check out the Dogue de Bordeaux and my favorite Finnish Spitz! Not good.
Even with a somewhat small sample the dreaded Presa Canario did OK!
Some of these dogs I never heard of. . .
Average is 81.9%.
A lot of surprising results, even though some samples are small. Dogo Argentino is one example.
Whoa! Basenjis have real issues. Cairn terriers, too!
And Salukis. And bulldogs! Shetland Sheepdogs are tricky. Scotties too, of course, though their sample is small. Wow! Schnauzers are very low, with a big sample.Irish Setter, Labs, and Belgian Malinois are sweeties! I did like the latter a lot at the WKC show. Schipperkes are sweet, too. And English cocker spaniels. Curly Coated Retrievers are high. So are Pugs.
Cotons are very low on the list.
No, TWAJ. They are too rare to be on it at all.
Stafforshire Bull Terriers are WAY above average!
Rottweilers are slightly ABOVE average.
Chihuahas are well below average,
Neap. mastiffs' sample is too small, but they seem below average.
Yorkies are about average, which surprised me.
Very interesting stuff.
>> About Canine Temperament
Because of breed-specific dog legislation and negative publicity associated with many breeds of dogs, temperament testing has assumed an important role for today's dog fancier. The ATTS Temperament Test provides breeders a means for evaluating temperament and gives pet owners insight into their dog's behavior. It can have an impact on breeding programs and in educating owners about their dog's behavioral strengths and weaknesses as well as providing a positive influence on dog legislation.
What is temperament?
W. Handel, German Police Dog Trainer, in his article, "The Psychological Basis of Temperament Testing," defines temperament as:
"the sum total of all inborn and acquired physical and mental traits and talents which determines, forms and regulates behavior in the environment"
The ATTS test focuses on and measures different aspects of temperament such as stability, shyness, aggressiveness, and friendliness as well as the dog's instinct for protectiveness towards its handler and/or self-preservation in the face of a threat. The test is designed for the betterment of all breeds of dogs and takes into consideration each breed's inherent tendencies.
The test simulates a casual walk through the park or neighborhood where everyday life situations are encountered. During this walk, the dog experiences visual, auditory and tactile stimuli. Neutral, friendly and threatening situations are encountered, calling into play the dog's ability to distinguish between non-threatening situations and those calling for watchful and protective reactions. <<
Never heard of it.
I found some results quite interesting.
