u/capataz_

Hello everyone!

For a while now I've been doing a lot of research on what dog breed I will own in the future, right now I have one acd, two maremmas and one Maltese, I also had a Yorkie that passed a few years ago.

Basically all I want out of a dog is a heeler with less energy. I really like their overall personality, confident, crazy, smart, very serious demeanor, attaches to one person, doesn't really cuddle but likes being around you, loves to learn new things, like to do a bunch of different stuff, are very adaptable. My only qualms with my boy is that he has far too much energy for me, and he also has a lot go same sex aggression.

That said, standards schnauzers seem to be more of a rare breed, I can't find a lot of info on them. Of course I'm still doing my research. So I want to know from owners what they think!

Do you think one would be a good match for me? I want a dog that can go anywhere with me, from the park to trails to shopping malls and bars. I don't like dogs that love everyone on the street, I like them to be more reserved. I also prefer more serious dogs, as in, dogs that take tuemselves super seriously and are no too silly, like say a labrador. I'm looking for a dog with a good off switch as well. I'm not a very fit person, I can go on long walks and I do enjoy hiking, but I can't run. I plan on doing basic obedience and trick training, maybe trying agility out as well. I love to do dog related stuff so I want a smart dog that enjoys these kinds of activities

Here are some questions as well!

- are standards dog friendly?

- can they be left alone for long periods? If all goes well when I get one I will be living alone, in an apartment, and working 8h days. My plan is to do doggy day care twice a week at least. I also want another dog after the first one is mature enough.

- are they velcro dogs? I don't mind the following around, but if they are the sort of dog that wants to be touching me at all times that can be a bother

- I've read some people say they are territorial. How hard is it to train them to accept visitors?

- can they be trained to be off leash? This is not a requirement for me, I'm just curious

- How much exercise per day would you say? I'm thinking at least 40min walks + 5min of training everyday, with longer activities in the weekends. This is similar to what I did with my acd when we lived in an apartment, except the mf required 2h exercise everyday lol

- how often do they have to get a haircut? Would once every 45 day or so be enough?

- do they smell? Some dogs have a Smell. Acds and maremmas don't. Maltese and yorkies do. My maremmas and acd barely ever get a bath, but my Maltese and my Yorkie do get bathed regularly. How often would a standard need a bath?

- I've read they're a fairly healthy breed. Have you guys had any health problems with them?

- I've seen people saying they bark a lot. I am willing to put the work and training in to avoid this, but am I just being stupid and they will bark all day regardless?

- I've read some people say they don't like fetch. Is this true? Or is it more of a dog to dog kind of thing?

Pessoal, me apareceu essa dúvida. Estou prestando concursos pra cargos de arquiteto, qualquer um que aparece. Tenho usado a técnica de fazer todas as provas possíveis, mas agora estou na dúvida se é melhor fazer só umas duas ou três provas por ano, focando mais quando sai o edital.

Sei que não tem muitos concurseiros de arquitetura por aqui, mas basicamente, em todas as provas, vai ter as matérias de português, matemática/lógica e específicas de arquitetura. Daí, dependendo do órgão, são cobradas legislações específicas do município ou códigos específicos do órgão. Algumas provas cobram também direito administrativo, direito constitucional, administração pública, ética, e noções de informática.

2025 foi meu primeiro ano estudando, então foquei em seguir os editais que iam saindo pra construir uma boa base em arquitetura, mas como não queria ir mal nas provas, e eu estava fazendo várias, também ia estudando essas matérias extras.

Acredito que hoje eu esteja com uma boa base nos assuntos de arquitetura, português, matemática e lógica. Seria mais indicado então, focar em poucas provas, realmente fazendo várias questões da banca e revisando bastante as matérias específicas pós edital, ou continuar fazendo várias provas, sem tentar zerar o edital?

Por ex, estou com três provas programadas por enquanto, uma em junho, julho e agosto. Claro que fica bem corrido, mas ao mesmo tempo são boas oportunidades com 5 vagas cada edital (geralmente pra Arq. Só tem 1 vaga efetiva), e como o básico é igual a todas, fico pensando que é besteira não fazer.

O que vocês acham? Como escolhem quais provas vão prestar?

Hello everyone. I have a 9yo intact male acd, and he was recently diagnosed with osteoarthritis in his fourth and fifth fingers of the right front paw. I apologize for any wrong terms used in this post, English is my second language

The diagnosis is very recent, literally got it on Tuesday. I'm going to try and have a talk with our vet today, but unsure if he is available, I will probably only be able to make an actual appointment next week, since I will be off town from today until Monday. So I'm looking to answer some questions I have and get any tips on treatment, especially since this seems to be on the rarer side of conditions.

First of all, how worried should I be? Is this condition as debilitating and painful and difficult to manage as something like hip displasia?

How likely is it that he has osteoarthritis in any other limbs? My dog has to be put under soon for a broken tooth so I might just ask my vet to x-ray everything.

His only symptom that made me suspicious of anything being wrong was a splaying (?) of his fingers while walking. He has only started to show pain in the past five or so days.

Should I seek a physiotherapist or can I attempt muscle strengthening at home? Do you have any resources for exercises I can do? (have not looked into this yet)

I have read one article on this condition so far and plan to read more, if you have any resources please link them.

My vet has only prescribed a supplement so far, I understand that that's all we can have medication wise (vet is not aware of the limping, I'm calling him later today and he will probably prescribe me anti inflammatories). The prescription has Chondroitin, glucosamine, uc-ii, copper, manganese, zinc and selenium. Should I ask for anything else to be included? In the article I read the author cites omega 3 as a good supplement.

Should I supplement his food with anything else? Say, chicken feet, eggs... He currently eats good quality kibble. I'm unsure if I should change his food for medical grade kibble. I'm unable to offer a fully raw diet, only partial, with supplements and treats.

How likely is it that if he has no problems in other joints, that he will get something in the following years? He's only 9. It's a young age for a cattle dog and I'd like for him to live as long as possible. Hes super active, other than your usual acd injuries he's very healthy and the only age problem he has had so far is slowly developing cataracts.

He is obese. I mean. Was. He is just fat now. Unfortunately I've had a lot of problems controlling his weight, he has free access to a huge backyard with lots of fruit and small critters he insists on eating compulsively, and also family members who do not respect the proper amount of kibble he should be getting. After a lot of screaming and swearing I've managed to convince the family members to help in the weight loss. The fruit and critter situation is being handled as well as I can and so far he has lost 1.1kg. I was thinking he should lose another 1kg and let him stay at 20kg, but with this diagnosis I'm guessing he should be lighter. He is around 40cm at the withers and has your typical acd build. If possible, what should his ideal weight be? What body score am I looking for? (images please)

Sorry this is such a long post. My boy is the love of my life and I lost two dogs last year, the mere idea of him being in pain and having to be put down is already driving me insane. Any tips and experiences with this disease are welcome