Breed Character

[SarahAnn]

See, that's my concern. You can only research a breed so much until you just have to go out and actually interact with one (or several for a better range). My problem is that I don't know anyone in the US who has a CWD. There are plenty overseas but none that I know of here and I find that annoying.
When I got my cat from a rescue she was advertised as a domestic short hair calico - but she's now twelve pounds, has long thick fur, and has all of the traits common to a Maine Coon! She has an very different personality from when I first brought her home. I am just worried about how a CWD's personality would change. A dog that is outgoing becomes shy and it's something I worry about. My cat is now more outgoing but she's not a bold cat. I do appreciate the knowledgeable answers I'm getting though!

[GalomyOak]

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See, that's my concern. You can only research a breed so much until you just have to go out and actually interact with one (or several for a better range). My problem is that I don't know anyone in the US who has a CWD. There are plenty overseas but none that I know of here and I find that annoying.
When I got my cat from a rescue she was advertised as a domestic short hair calico - but she's now twelve pounds, has long thick fur, and has all of the traits common to a Maine Coon! She has an very different personality from when I first brought her home. I am just worried about how a CWD's personality would change. A dog that is outgoing becomes shy and it's something I worry about. My cat is now more outgoing but she's not a bold cat. I do appreciate the knowledgeable answers I'm getting though!

Hey!

If you are ever in the southeastern VA area, I have 3 CSVs that you are more than welcom to meet. Each has a very unique personality.
I am for sure no expert like you will meet in Europe though!

It's also possible that I may travel south sometime this year for a show or trial; I'd be happy to meet up with you then too. I was born not too far from Savannah, in Hinesville.

Take care,
Marcy

[SarahAnn]

Thanks Marcy!

Right now I'm depriving myself of sleep to get my B.F.A in Savannah, GA. I've been to Hinesville and the people there are so nice! I got lost trying to take a donation to Liberty Animal Shelter and a nice man at the gas station I stopped at showed me where it was by driving there. There are a lot of hardworking people who care about animals in that town.

I don't know about traveling to Virginia... but any excuse to travel is a good one if you ask me. I'm ready for a road trip. If you come down towards Savannah let me know! I'd love you meet you and your CWD family!

Right now it's back to matchmoving and ZBrush for me!

[saschia]

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When I got my cat from a rescue she was advertised as a domestic short hair calico - but she's now twelve pounds, has long thick fur, and has all of the traits common to a Maine Coon! She has an very different personality from when I first brought her home. I am just worried about how a CWD's personality would change. A dog that is outgoing becomes shy and it's something I worry about. My cat is now more outgoing but she's not a bold cat. I do appreciate the knowledgeable answers I'm getting though!

Well, in the shelter they have the animal for a short time and without papers, thats what pedigrees are for, that you have a high probability that the dog will actually look and behave as the breed you are buiyng. Of course a lot depends on you - but nowadays if you get a CSW pup from a good breeder you have good probability of getting good character, it will need very thorough socialization, but then you will get good results. If you buy from responsible breeder pup from good parents and well pre-socialized, than you are not buying "a cat in a box". And of course good breeder will explain to you how to properly socialize your pup and will be willing to help you either personally or through phone/mail/instant messaging to answer your questions and help to solve problems.

But of course seeing the breed with your own eyes is very good if you ever have the possibility, grab it. Once seen (and tried) is many times heard.