Hi Everyone,
What a treat to come on-line and read all your wonderful messages.
Pam you sure threw me for a loop, while reading your message I thought to myself "How did she get my baby's pic on here?" Yes, that is what my Rudy looks like! Aren't they darling?
This breed does in fact come from Italy, the correct name is "Maremma-Abruzzese". They are bred protection dogs specifically for sheep but have proven to be, as I said, great companion dogs. This "little" fellow is everything that is written about them. I have only had him for almost 2 weeks and already he displays strong bonding with all of us. Seems to be a little standoffish with strangers that come around but will check them out if he sees us talking to them. Rudy was born on a sheep farm and right from birth he has run with the sheep. I thought that I would have some trouble as he hadn't ever had a collar on, let alone walk on a leash!! He has totally blown my mind because in the short period of time, he appears like he has used them all of his life. Most people who question me about him look at me like I have lost my marbles when they learn he is so young, as he appears like a much older dog both in his actions and and size.
Hey, can't you tell....I am so in love I feel like I could burst! LOL
Sorry to say though at the present time I don't have a camara to send you some pics but I plan on getting one in the very near future and share with you kind folks his loveliness. For the time being you will have to listen to my bragging!!
I think you are right, I am going to love it here ....thank you all