Meeting a CAO
Just approach it in an intelligent manner, and you will be fine. Don't do anything you think would make a guard dog bite you.
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Hi all, I found out that in an industrial area near me, lives a Central Asian Ovtcharka. Or rather - he is used as a guardian dog along with a German Shepherd. I have often thought about asking if I could say hi to the dog - for so many years I have read about them, but never had the chance to meet one up close. Today I met the owner and I told him about my interest in the breed. He said I could come by sometime and say hi to the dogs - and I really look forward to this weekend. Though I hear from family/friends that I have to be careful. Is there something about it? Is it a bad idea to meet the dog at its property (the owner will of course be there). He told me that the dogs are both very kind - especially the CAO. I have heard so much good about the breed - from owners and enthusiasts, but also read that they attack as soon as they feel that their owner/property is threatened. -
Just approach it in an intelligent manner, and you will be fine. Don't do anything you think would make a guard dog bite you. -
Trust the owner. Most owners are aware of their dog's behaviors and likes and dislikes in regards to strangers. Most guardian dogs are respectful if shown respect. No hugs, hovering over or staring down is usually basics. Let the dogs approach you.
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hi char, u know i m used to meet many cao.i was in mountain with two of them with another friend ,that they did ot know,but they were so sweety.my friend get shocked cause they were always close to him to get caressess ecc.in their property u have to enter with owner after 4 min caos understand that u re not dangerous and they stopped also to bark.no problems they re equilibrated even if are good guardian.i ll send pic later.bye
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Thanks for your replies. :) Chris: I will look forward to seeing pictures.
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soon
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