Mohr Bouviers Discussion Forum

Egor watching his herd

2010-05-24T20:04:10Z

Egor just hanging out taking a break from watching his herd

Homemade dog packs...

2010-04-27T19:52:10Z

Howdy all! I've been getting pretty crafty lately which has been helping me to save quite a bit of $$ while, at the same time, keeping me busy. I recently made pannier bags for my bicycle out of old laptop bags we happened to have laying around the school. Saved about $80 and wasn't too difficult!

That being said, I've been wanting to pick up a dog pack for Hussi and this got me thinking about making my own pack for her, especially since they tend to run about $65 for the one from REI I've been looking at.

This got me thinking that I might be able to make my own pack for her so I did a bit of Googlin' and found the following links:

http://www.craftster.org/forum/index.php?topic=309913.0
http://74.125.95.132/search?q=cache:2uG … &gl=us

I'm leaning towards the first one. Now I just need to find someone who has a sewing machine I could borrow.

Y'all have a great one!

Hussi's new boots...

2010-02-23T18:58:12Z

Howdy, all. I hope everyone had a nice holiday!

We've been hit pretty good with two major snowstorms down here in VA. After walking Hussi this morning for an hour and coming home to find her pads sore to the touch, I broke down and got her some puppy booties from the new REI that opened up. Yeah, they were pricey but we do so much hiking and trail walking that I figured she could use some good protection.

I couldn't believe how well she adapted to them. She did the 'ol Tennessee high-steppin' horse-thing the first few minutes but after I got her out in the snow, she didn't even remember she was wearing them. I hadn't see her do that much running in the snow for a long time. I guess they were worth it!

Anyway, thought y'all might like a pic.

Have a great one!

Grooming...

2010-02-04T20:56:33Z

Hi all! I'm actually considering purchasing a set of clippers for Hussi although not sure if I'll seriously do that or not. Does anyone else groom their Bouviers on their own?

Coat Maintenance

2010-02-01T20:05:47Z

OK - so we've left Egor's coat grow out a bit this winter. He is past due for a visit to the groomer (they are very busy!) and I am loosing the battle to keep his coat from getting matted, especially on the hind end. Does anyone have any suggestions on how best to get the mats out and keep them out? I've been brushing him every day, but he still gets them.

Nice dog art website (cool Bouvier stuff!)

2010-01-12T15:19:56Z

Howdy all. I hope everyone's gearing up for Christmas. I've been thinking about ideas for Christmas presents. As Dad and Linda may remember, I used to really be into wood burning when I was younger. After doing a search on Google this evening, I came across the following website which has a bunch of art, including Bouvier-related pieces. Thought y'all might enjoy!

Preventing boredom...

2009-12-29T15:50:09Z

Good morning everyone! Working at a school offers me some great time-off perks so, needless to say, thanks to the time off this week, I've been trying to come up with ideas to prevent Hussi from getting too bored (geez, maybe I'm doing this for myself too!) That being said, here are some ideas I've come up with. I'd love to hear of any others y'all might offer too!

Backpacking - I live in a fairly urban area but, fortunately, it also offers a lot of urban hiking not to mention the mountains are only an hour "that" way and the beach is only 1.5 hours "that" way. That being said, I'm contemplating getting Hussi a backpack of her own so she'll feel like she's working and not just being dragged along. For anyone interested, here's a nice review site for three different packs. Here's another one too which is a bit more comprehensive.
Carting - I posted another post in one of the other categories relating to this topic. Albeit this could be very expensive, of course (I found a manufacturer whose carts START at $1,200 and another one starting at $3,000!). The cool thing about these carts is that you actually RIDE them, much like a horse sulky. I'm thinking about starting Hussi out small with a wagon while I can walk along side her, much like Dad and Linda did then saving my pennies for a cart I can use to replace the Forester with.
Competitive Herding- This is what Kay and Dave are doing with Egor, of course. I think this might be the coolest thing to really test a Bouvier's intelligence and put he or she to great use. I've been contemplating agility with Hussi in which I'd probably get as much out of it as she would but, being the "country boy" that I am, I think I'd prefer competitive herding in an agricultural environment.

Y'all have a good one!

Another puppy hike!

2009-12-28T23:32:00Z

Another Sunday morning at Raspberry Ridge with Egor and his new friends. This one had two Border Collies and one Icelandic Sheepdog. All Egor could say to the two Border Collies was "stop turning so sharp and just keep running straight!" The new snow made it really special. Hope you enjoy.

Carting with your Bouvier (more links!)

2009-12-28T23:29:18Z

Howdy all. Y'all might recall Dad and Linda posting a cool article on the website about carting with your Bouvier, using Houdini as a "demo dog."

http://www.mohrbouviers.com/is-that-a-c … t-bouvier/

I've been inspired to do some research and came across some additional resources for carting (this is in addition to the page that Dad and Linda set up on this page under "drafting.")

Here's a cool resource that provides great info on how to get started:

http://www.dogdriving.com/

Here's a cart that looks a lot like an off-road ATV, down to the cool suspension! No pricing (I'm sure pretty expensive) and the gentleman lives in Australia:

http://www.rjwalsh.com.au/mini/products.htm

Now, I'm stuck between sticking with geocaching and taking Hussi carting on trails. Maybe I could combine the two!

Sunday mornings

2009-11-24T14:24:03Z

Here are some pictures from the puppy hike at Raspberry Ridge Sheep Farm this weekend. There was a nice gathering of pups. The owner’s border collie decided to challenge Egor but they worked it all out without too much drama (although mom was just a tad bit nervous). The view of the Delaware Water Gap is very pretty from the hill. Watching all the dogs run and play in the 20 acre fenced in field is sheer joy (even though this is a training session). Egor, of course, indulged in a good roll in sheep doo (it is a sheep farm, so inevitable, I guess). I think he really enjoys these Sunday mornings, I know he always has a good nap when we get home!

Cool YouTube video of Nobel, an awesome Bouvier!

2009-11-23T20:14:11Z

I was taking a break from my schoolwork today and came across this awesome video of Nobel, a Bouvier that does it all from agility to cart pulling to you name it. It's a seven minute long video. Enjoy!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5qWIo2CHn1A

Hangin' out

2009-11-23T20:11:47Z

This is Egor's favorite hanging out-watchin tv position....obviously nothing good on tv!

Adding Multiple Pics...

2009-11-23T20:05:45Z

Hi, all! I received a couple of messages asking how to add more than one pic to a post. I just tested it and it's fairly easy. One may upload a maximum of five pics per post. Each picture may be sized up to 2Mb. Simply do the following:

1. Click "post a new topic"
2. Write your content and then click the "choose file" button to add your first pic.
3. When your pic has been uploaded (you'll know if it's displayed next to the "choose file" button), click the "add file" button to add your second pic.
4. Add additional pictures by simply repeating the above. Note: you'll need to click "add file" each time you add a pic to confirm your pic uploads to the forum, even if you hit the "preview topic" button.

When you're done, all of your pics should be displayed in the post.

As always, let me know if y'all have any questions!

Hussi "wearing pants"

2009-11-01T20:36:36Z

I just couldn't resist having a little fun with Hussi this morning. I swear she'll let me do anything to her. She even laid there for another five minutes until I released her to get up (of course "sighing" the whole time!)

The personality of a Bouvier is such a wonderful thing!

Houdini vs the Rooster!

2009-10-12T18:13:37Z

Our neighbors have chickens and one very aggressive rooster. Well, the rooster decided to come for a visit one Saturday afternoon. The job of protecting me that fateful afternoon fell on the very broad shoulders of Houdini. Houdini met the alleged attacker as he was strutting down our upper driverway. When they finally were eye to eye Houdini gave a very brave warning bark to the nasty intruder. I think it was at that point I heard the rooster laugh and fly up in Houdini's face! Houdini, determined to protect me from the intruder, reached down deep and gave another loud woof! Surely that would deter this rooster! Determined as ever the rooster continued strutting toward Houdini trying to peek him. Houdini lost some ground when he hopped back trying to get out of harms way. At that point I stepped in and chased the rooster home with Houdini right behind me cheering me on! We don't discuss the incedent in front of Houdini and to this day he keeps an eye across the road making sure that *%#^@ rooster doesn't return.