Why buy a farm dog?
- Health: Farm dogs often have the advantage that they grow up in a natural environment and therefore develop a good physical constitution. They are often more robust and resistant to certain diseases or environmental conditions.
- Socialization: Farm dogs generally have more opportunities to socialize with other animals and people. They can be familiarized with different stimuli and environments at an early age, which helps them to cope easily with different situations.
- Versatility: Since farm dogs live in a rural environment, they are often trained to be versatile and are usually used to different activities and tasks. For example, they may have experience in animal husbandry, as a guard dog or in other agricultural activities.
- Close to nature: Farm dogs often spend time outdoors and are therefore familiar with the natural processes in their environment. They have an innate sense of life in nature. They have a keen interest in exploring their surroundings and enjoy being active outdoors. This is a great advantage for dog owners who want to spend a lot of time in nature.
- Grooming: The amount of grooming required by farm dogs is limited. This is because farmers have little time for high-maintenance dogs in addition to their work in the barn and in the fields.
- Robustness: On farms, dogs without distinct breed characteristics or mixed-breed dogs are often found. They are therefore less susceptible to breed-specific genetic health problems that can occur in purebred dogs.
Regardless of the breed or age of the dog you choose, you should make sure that you have enough time in your daily routine to meet the dog’s specific needs and give it the care and attention it requires, including daily walks and regular visits to the vet.