r/DutchShepherds

Anyone else have insurance for there dutch ? 105 a month but your covered for anything that happens with these crazy guys. With a 550 deductible. I know the deal with these insurance companies that pay upfront think it can end up going up quite a bit.. some people say just put money away but sometimes random stuff can happen and vets can be a lot.. let me know what you guys do

So I i went to the creek with the dog today, don't bring him there because last time I only had him for like 3 weeks it was a little much for him.

Well this time was different he went full dutch mal and turned the place into his parkour course. The stream is a sick place running between two enormous valley rocks 3-4 feet wide stream between all this smooth rock platform basically. Huge anyways he went ballistic loving it jumped to the other side before I could even get him he jumped up the ledge (ofc) to the top rock, which is like 3.5 4 ft. Everything was rock landed on rock which is my concern.

Now my problem is I've been watching his growth plates extremely close being extra careful. Now you may be able to see where im going with this the jackass jumped down not full sprung fast running and leap jump, but like went to the edge and jumped down. He landed fairly clean but you could tell it was a bit of a drop for him. What are the chances his plates or anything are messed up? He seems fine but I read online sometimes it takes upto 48 hours to see injury. I really try to avoid this dog jumping off the ground in grass I've been that careful.

Let me know if there's anything I should look out for cues or anything I've felt his joint and looked for swelling

Thankyou in advance

-Dillon

I have an 18m old intact Dutchie I've had since 8 weeks old. From the outset, it was clear he had an independent streak, was fearful and nervous, and appeared to have low prey and food drives (certainly not what I was expecting for this breed).

We've done a lot of work, and come a hell of a long way, but he still seems to have trouble focusing and working in drive outside the house.

Any tips for anyone who may have gone through this? Food drive is ok, however he could care less about toys outside.

Hey everyone! I’m currently exploring and researching both the Malinois and Dutch Shepherd breeds, and do plan to get one or the other a few years down the line.

Unfortunately, I’m having a hard time determining key differences between these two cousin breeds. I’ve done countless Google searches but still can’t find solid information to narrow down into a list.

I do know that with KNPV lines, the only difference between the breeds are colouring. Brindles are labelled as Dutchies, and Fawns/Black Masks are labelled as Mals. According to FCI lines, the breeds are distinct and individuals are completely purebred— and this is what I’m trying to understand on a deeper level.

Aside from slightly different builds and the Dutch Shepherd’s coat variations, what else differentiates the breeds? I’ve heard that Dutchies can be, in general, slightly less intense, more independent and stubborn, and have a better off-switch— and that Mals are more relentless, with extreme handler focus, and constant readiness and craving for work. I’m especially interested in hearing about their different temperaments!

I’d love to hear your experiences with either breed. I’m very open to hearing anything you may have to say! If any of my research is wrong, please let me know as well. Thank you!