meteore said in rec.pets.dogs.breeds:

I have researched the web on health issues and temperament
for both dogs and am familiar with the good and bad of
both. I do not know any owners of these breeds and the vet
won't allow me to call any of their clents.

One way to get to know a certain breed is to attend
conformation, obedience, or working trials. You can make some
contacts and talk to people very familiar to the breed.

Go to http://www.ckc.ca - CKC Services - Calendar of Events

Being a large city, you should be able to find something in the
Montreal area.

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--Matt. Rocky's a Dog.