Advice Needed!!!

[deerhunter25 18]

Hello,

 

I have an 8 month old patterdale/lakeland x Parsons terrier. He stays in the house and is a great family dog. However, this was not the sole purpose of me buying him. I want to use him for rats and eventually foxes. When I take him a walk there will be heaps of rabbits running around in the field however he only sees and chases a few as he is more interested in marking his spot by pissing everywhere. I know im not wanting him for hunting rabbits but im questioning how strong his killer instinct is. Any advice?

[CorkyJohn 808]

If ur wanting to use him for foxes keep him well away from rabbits....pain in the arse

[wirral countryman 2,110]

Did the dog come off working parents ?? a dog needs a good nose for finding stuff no matter what the intended quarry,I always watch my young stock when they cross a fresh line that you seen enter the cover and see if it stops in its tracks to follow,the best dogs have plenty of nose,starting on rats is always a good move and its just the right age for it now,good luck,WM

[deerhunter25 18]

Thanks lads. His mum did a bit of bushing but he seems a bit soft? This could be due to the fact he is still very young?

[Johnsey 8]

give him time he just a pup

[deerhunter25 18]

Thanks johnsey mate

[rob284 1,682]

It does happen but it ain't often a dog out of none digging parents goes to ground. Time will tell. Should do rats though. Atb

[deerhunter25 18]

Yea il see how he goes. Iv been to a few likely barns for rats but tbh I think its faar to warm for them just now. Any advice on how to bring him on? Thanks

[rob284 1,682]

wait, then when ya find one let him have a go when he is of age.

[deerhunter25 18]

Cheers

[deerhunter25 18]

anything you would recommend in the meantime?