Re: [pyrnet] choosing a show puppy

[Steelmoment@aol.com]

Robyn Allwright wrote:
There's differing opinions on this, but several professional handlers (who
handle and have been around Pyrs, not smaller breeds) have told me that
what you have at 8 weeks is what you'll have as an adult.  If there's a
fault at this point, it will stay.

I am not a "seasoned" pyr person I only have 8 yrs in the breed.   I have 
been told this by many "seasoned" breeders (including the late great IMHO 
Carolyn Hardy).  I have also seen it to be true in some of the dogs that I 
have had the pleasure of seeing as 8 week old pups and then seeing them 
develop into mature adults.

I feel there are some things that might change - (coat - width of muzzle - 
markings) but overall structure should pretty much tell you what you have 
(providing there are no accidents - physical injuries - etc.).

I too am interested in what the others have experienced I am still learning!

Take care,
Dianne M. - Jersey Shore