My Boerboel photo post

Here are a few photos of  two of my favorite Boerboels, Remy & Moe. 

They were having a ball working out, I am trying to get them in shape for the SABT,( South African Boerboel Breeders Ass.) appraisal, which is used to evaluate your dogs value to the breed in terms of conformation to the breed standard. This is very important  , in future I would like to breed Remy & Moe. In order for Remy to official recognized as a Boerboel she must score a min of  75% conformation to the breed standard..

 The SABT has set a minimum standard for any Boerboel to be considered for the stud register is 85%. The South African Boerboel is recognized by the AKC as a foundation stock, which means that the breed is new, and not enough Boerboels have been registered for the breed as a whole to be recognized. There is a lot of discussion amongst Boerboel owners regarding the merits or lack of the various organizations. My opinion is that the SABT which is recognized as the founding organization should be consulted for issues regarding breed conformation. I personally would like to see the AKC fully recognize the Boerboel if for no other reason than it will increase awareness of the breed in the states. Greater awareness means more Boerboel owners and more Boerboel events which at the end of the day, should be good for the breed as a whole. Boerboels are a native dog of South African, but I would like to see more Boerboels purchased from breeders in the states. I believe in keeping our money at home especially in times like this. The breeders here are producing quality animals which very soon should rival those bred in South Africa.

                   Here is Remy a little after her first birthday

Here is another angle of the who's that pose

Moe @ 2 & Remy checkin out the scene

It is time to go home baby!!!

The Boerboels are great with my kids!!!!!

 I got a lot of response about a photo like this of Moe & Remy with my youngest son. I know I talk a lot about my training experiences with Remy but I feel that is a very important part of being a Boerboel owner, but we have plenty of fun with Remy and lately Moe. I often times have to remind myself that these are some big dogs.
 I got a few emails asking if I was crazy having a child alone handling dogs that obviously outweighs him. My response is usually something like this,.  I took the picture so he was not alone. and second my son has been around Remy and Moe since they were born. Moe was originally my mothers dog. He has a special relationship with them that only they understand, I feel absolutely and positively secure having him with the dogs.
 Being a Boerboel owner I find it hard that they have anything but a stellar  reputation, but I have heard rumors that from time to time things happen.Occasionally  when I  am out for a run with Remy I see people hurry up and cross the street....o.k. you caught me all the time. Or remember my friend on the porch!!! Remy is very attentive and alert she is also fearless so I must remind myself that when properly bred these dogs will be fierce protectors of the home and family as well as model citizens. Remy in fact, I am very thankful to say  exhibits all of these qualities. Many people know nothing of the breed and the associate the Boerboels size with a mean dog. My experience with Boerboels has been very rewarding. I just insist anyone thinking of purchasing a Boerboel should take the opportunity to visit and get to know a Boerboel.

Moe's visit

Recently Moe a two year old male Boerboel from Exotic Boerboels came to spend some time with my family on his way to his new home. I was asked to help Moe with some basic obedience. Well I found out Moe has a pretty good grasp of obedience commands so we are just refreshing a few things. While I was working with Moe I learned a few things about Remy. This is the first time we have had another Boerboel in the house. I took Remy and Moe out for a romp when Moe arrived, they are pretty familiar with one another since my brother is their breeder and they have spent time together, so I did not anticipate any problems with them getting along and I have not had any. I did notice that when the kids came out to play with Moe, that Remy did everything in her power to stay between Moe and the kids. Is she acting jealous or is she just being protective. Moe was pretty tolerant of Remy's protests but occasionally he would let her know he could do whatever he wanted to. I found Remy's behavior very interesting she knows she could not stop Moe but that did not stop her from giving it her all to protect her family. My cousin was also over that night with his 5 month old pit mix whom Remy is quite fond of so it was interesting to see how she was looking over him as well. All in all we are having a good time and and I will be sad to see Moe move on to his new home but he will be close enough for us to visit any time we want to.

It has been a long summer

It has been a long summer Remy has grown a lot and from what I can see she has really started developing a real personality of her own. Most of the summer was pretty ordinary we spent time at going to the dog park and generally just hanging out. Remy is very well behaved in public and at the homes of out family. When she is at home she has a different mode all together. She is still very well behaved but her protective instincts take hold. On one occasion over the summer I left my front door wide open and I was in the back yard with Remy a friend of mine came over and was at the front door and Remy heard him before I did and it seems like she did and Incredible Hulk transformation, her muscles were rippling as she took off for the front door. When I got there my friend was off of the front porch and easing out of the yard. Remy had taken up her position at the edge of the porch barking and growling like she was possessed. My friend finally got to the sidewalk and Remy turned to me as if to say " I took care of the problem." Needless to say my friend was hesitant to come in the house but he was a good sport and came back onto the porch Remy did not take her eyes off of him she maintained a cool but distant demeanor. From what I have read she acted very Boerboel about the situation and I was very proud of her. All of the things I have read about Boerboels and their temperment had me wondering what type of dog I had. I think I can describe Remy as having a very good if not exceptional temperament, she is a big softy at home with the family and a intimidating beast to those who violate her space.