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[@StoffelDilligas]

No matter how long the life expectancy of a pup..... It's never long enough

[@lynnwilhoite6194]

Yes indeed 😌

[@kpepperl319]

💯

[@treeofgrowth]

That's a fkn fact right there. It's almost like a punishment.

[@keviniscool1908]

Fr

[@RomeeRaven]

My beautiful boy died 2 months ago at almost 17. I know I'm incredibly blessed to have had him for so long, especially because he was a big dog. But yeah, it still wasn't long enough... It never is :(

[@lauragoldstein2506]

What a good boy. No drama. Just standing there looking adorable.

[@piotrdworowy183]

I have created new word "aDOGrable" for such cutes .;)

[@methos-ey9nf]

Like the anti-husky

[@piotrdworowy183]

@@methos-ey9nf exactly 🤣🤣

[@DruggiePlays]

Such a good boi, i love cats but this dog melts my heart

[@nestorsifuentesaguirre2722]

Fredo: So you have chosen death

[@joshuasterling2144]

My dog died at almost 17 years old. He made it from kindergarten to me deploying to Iraq and back plus two years. One day he just barked in the yard and walked up to us all and we knew he was going and he wanted to be with us when he passed. He was a legend and his heart stopped in my hands as he looked at me one last time. He was so old and had survived so much that none of us knew when he would pass. He was the best childhood dog you could ask for and I will be eternally grateful.

[@damage0311]

So sorry for your loss.

[@rattaxi9645]

Wow. He loved you so much.

[@Pita_Leela]

So sorry :(

[@lindy31]

😊

[@dakotachristopher5532]

🙏

[@pezpengy9308]

my poor little german shep hybrid is 17... and yes he looks like a zombie dog at this point BUT he can still walk, plays with the other dogs, eagerly begs for scratchies and treats... so as long as he's happy, he stays. :)

[@harryocallaghan8082]

My dog was a German Shepard/Golden retriever or collie mix and he lived until he was 17 but unfortunately his quality of life got so bad. He had little seizures, arthritis in his hips & his eye sight was going. He died last summer but we were all amazed how he even lived passed 13/14 then lived on for another 3/4 years. He was the most likeable, friendly, obedient & caring dog his entire life. I hope you get as much joy and fulfilment from yours in his final years as I did. 🙂

[@LaSa1]

My neighbor had a German shepherd who lived until 21 years old!

[@Fit_soldier]

@@LaSa1how can I make my dog live that long??🥺

[@thejoyfullad970]

@@harryocallaghan8082 had one that died a few weeks back, even a cancer going from her uterus to her back didn't get her but she finally went after a seizure, was also mostly blind and deaf but got around with smell, lived till 13.5 yrs. First dog aswell.

[@Aneoca]

Mine is a 17 y/o beagle mix. Her back 2 legs are basically sticks she uses to balance due to how atrophied she is from the waist down, and she's covered in a fungal infection, but she's still so sweet and has the appetite of a 2 year old (dog; toddlers are whiny, picky bitches).

[@flamelily2086]

I had never heard of that breed of dog until now. He's a lovely dog and was very well behaved.

[@fromulus]

Me neither, now I want one.

[@eva-w]

I've never heard of them either or seen one I don't think. Let's hope they stay a secret and therefore not overbred and healthy breed!

[@Iris-bn1xw]

Being from The Netherlands, you see them everywhere here😅 they are great pets

[@davidben8426]

we call them fries stabij in the Netherlands, there breed for retrieving, the Fries in them is north of the Netherlands and they can be very stubborn to have around. they are willing to play, very social dogs but stubborn as the Fries people. (sorry friezen) are there teenage period takes around 4 years till adult so they can ran off a lot. the most I know here in the Netherlands are very social dogs ;-) tho they can be very alert.

[@vikingdogmanship]

@@Iris-bn1xw I love the most the Markiesje. Just an amazing breed. But almost impossible for a foreigner to get a chance to get one. Your country have some very good healthy breeds

[@fortheloveofmusic860]

In The Netherlands and especially in the north it's quite a common breed. It used to be a Jack of all trades, mole catcher, retrieving, guard dog. They are more commonly known as Frisian Stabij, after the Dutch province of Friesland, not so much as Stabij Houn. Which is just Frisian for hound or dog.

[@Xalerdane]

This is the second domesticated animal from Friesland that I’ve heard of, and they’re _both_ described as near-perfect examples of their kinds.

[@maudstr1811]

I’ve never seen one so dark tho! Most of the ones I know have a lot more white in their fur but this is beautiful too

[@MsJellyBellyLove]

So like the Friesen horse?

[@stephenurking]

Cool

[@SaphiraTessa]

@@maudstr1811 they're more often more white indeed, but I've seen such dark ones before

[@o0julek0o]

Love how his colouration completely stops at the collar level. Like he’s wearing a spotty suit.

[@theoverseer393]

Looks like the suds stayed on 😂

[@stalevolsen]

One of the breed characteristics is in fact a completely black head. all stabijs have mono-colored heads. only a few have small white stripes.. usualy on their forehead or nose :)

[@dormant_informant]

I noticed that too. Even my stabij x staffy mix has a mostly black head, minus some white with black spots around the muzzle.

[@o0julek0o]

@@stalevolsen well dang, I had no idea! You learn something new every day

[@christianfallentine]

I grew up with a Stabyhoun. Didn’t realize how rare they were till I was older. But man, Tech was such a good dog. (My oldest brother came up with the name cause he loved “tech-decks” haha!) Tech passed when he was 16. He was so loving, patient, and gentle. Awhile after he passed, my parents decided to get another Stabyhoun. Surprisingly, it is a very long and difficult process to get these dogs. When they finally got him, we decided to name him TJ lenz. TJ as in “Tech Junior” and lenz was his given name from the breeder. He too is such a awesome dog. So chill, so loyal, so loving. My parents plan to breed him in the future. Long live Tech!!

[@Coherently]

I'm sorry to hear about your brother passing at such a young age. I'm glad your parents were able to find comfort in your brother's death by getting another dog. Dogs are wonderful

[@martin2826]

@@Coherently pretty sure the dog died when he was 16, not the brother

[@christianfallentine]

@@martin2826 yeah I meant our dog not my brother, well, he was like my brother too!

[@martin2826]

@@christianfallentine 😢

[@imdone8645]

yikes please do not breed your own dog

[@TheLudiLove]

As a Dutch person I see these rare dogs every day! My coworker owns one that's turning 14 soon and she still goes on long walks and looks great. They are usually easy natured but their will to please is not always high lol.

[@Poodle_Gun]

Probably because they're Dutch.

[@spuhgetti]

@@Poodle_Gun then they are uncommon, not rare uncommon is relative to the place, rare is a general term

[@emmabos4778]

Yeah here in the Netherlands i think it might be one of the most owned breeds👀

[@jammiedodger629]

I've always found our Dutch friends to be good natured and relaxed - seems like their canine friends are the same :) . I love Holland and the Dutch people, arguably the nicest Europeans you could hope to meet. Greetings from England!.

[@MyPlaylistWillSaveAmerica]

Healthy lifestyle. He may live past 20.

[@irishuisman1450]

My exboyfriend has a Stabij (that's how it's spelled in Dutch) and it was probably one of the friendliest dogs I've ever met :3 Literally every time I'd come over, the first one to greet me would be this dog, with my then bf right behind him xD Very playful, and also very affectionate!

[@Mondfischli]

..had one here in Germany. She lived with us for 17 years.

[@fredelmo]

@Charles Martell Almost, Friese Stabij ;).

[@petradegroot3578]

they are great🥰

[@irishuisman1450]

@Charles Martell yeah it's Friese Stabij, I just couldn't remember which province it was and couldn't be bothered to look it up ^^'

[@bigdaddyfox66]

Sounds like the doggie was a better BF

[@daftlife6569]

As a dutchman, this breed is a little more common to run across on the streets of the netherlands. Most of the time we call them ''Stabij'' which in fact is a contraction of ''standing with me''. They are very kind and i think originate mostly from Friesland in the Netherlands.

[@DigitalRiesNL]

They do originate from Friesland, where I live. They are actually called 'Friese Stabij' and are pretty common here. I own three of them.

[@TeenDream888]

YES, A STABY!!!!!!!! I've had three in my life, they are my entire favorite breed and I'm ecstactic to see one here. What a victory as twenty years ago you'd hardly see them or have them be recognized. Breeders have _tirelessly_ been working to bring this breed back and have been able to produce healthy quality dogs to happy homes. Many are less gray and more black and white, with an all black head. My first was more gray, but you've made me so jubilant!

[@TonchoBluegrass]

Hey since you've owned three what kind of environment would you fits them best? For example at my house i have a little over an acre of land with an invisible fence so my dogs come and go outside as they please then i take them for walks on the weekends. What do you think works best for them? Cheers!

[@TeenDream888]

@@TonchoBluegrass that sounds like an awesome setup! I know a few Stabys that are on farms, but they do need to have a fence or barrier and it sounds like you have that covered. they like to be with their people, so if you're out and about on your property, they'll want to be with you. Stabys do have a higher prey drive, so if they're loose on the property they might go after squirrels and rodents. if you're on the East Coast of the USA, Lee Brewer is an awesome contact and representative of the breed. she's where one of my rehomes came from!

[@TonchoBluegrass]

@@TeenDream888 Thank you for the reply and the suggestion, will definetly look into it when the time comes, cheers!

[@maddie4077]

I was gonna ask if Joey represents the usual markings for this breed. He's gorgeous.

[@TeenDream888]

@@maddie4077 the white muzzle is more accepted as the breeders only breed genetically sound dogs and the white muzzle comes with that in some lines, but normally an all black head is preferred. Joey has more of a triangular shape to his head and a longer snout, I've seen Stabys more with a blockier head and face, but not by much. could also be the camera angle. at two years old he's just settling into his coat. Stabys are known for the feathering on their ears and legs, so let it grow! not to mention the _gorgeous_ tails, but males tend to have better ones than the females. the pantaloons can be trimmed, on my intact male I have them cut a little shorter and do a sanitary shave for practical purposes lol.

[@sjc1169]

You may have ignited a surge of online searches for this breed of dog, Joey is such a gentleman! 😊

[@kathrynvanwaart]

A great thing because they are so rare you bearly see them outside of the netherlands

[@pamelamays4186]

Not only do you provide an honest look into dog grooming you also provide dog breed information. You entertain and you educate.

[@mbabaneamputee7725]

She's a natural born edutainer.

[@CarbonGlassMan]

13 to 15 years is normal life expectancy for all the dogs I've ever had.

[@TheRealByron]

If you've had smaller dogs - yes. Bigger dogs tend to have an expectancy of 10-12 years; usually.

[@svenlauke1190]

@@TheRealByron my mums small dog lasted 19 years

[@MrPatrickbuit]

@@TheRealByron Some even have 6-8 like newfies

[@CarbonGlassMan]

@@TheRealByron I'd say medium dogs. 40 to 80 pounds. All of my dogs have been mutts too though. Except one, a Huskey and she did die at 10 years old. The others tend to live to 15 to 18 years old.

[@crashrose6128]

my little mutt made it to 18 years old- I got him as a rescue in second grade, and he was my loyal best friend all the way up to the moment he passed a week after I moved into my first apartment. sometimes I think he was stubborn enough that he just refused to die until he knew I was gonna be ok on my own. I miss you Fllicka Banana < 3 thanks for sticking with me through it all. no matter how long, no dog's life expectancy is ever long enough.

[@slothqueen6520]

My dog Marshmellow was the same way. He was a toy poodle and started to decline in health right after he turned 16. I'm sure my old man wanted to clock out back in 2019, but then he say COVID hit and realized that he was all I had. He waited patiently for me to find human friends that I could rely on. In the same month that I had to put him down, a blue nose pit was found with her 12 puppies. She somehow made it out of a bad breeding and fighting ring with her 12 puppies in tow. Despite her background, she was such a loving mom and they eventually named her Tori...which is my name...I think that Marshie helped Tori find her way out and guided her to me. She's now my ESA and my life line.

[@loofy530]

My sister has one of these and I can confirm all those points. He's just the sweetest and most gentle natured good boy ever. Not the smartest dog I've ever met but he makes up for it by being an absolute cuddle bug.

[@gloweye]

His good-boy-aura shines through the screen. What an amazing dog.

[@symera7809]

My mother's cousin actually has one of these. Literally one of the gentlest dogs I have ever experienced. She actually got her trained as a therapy dog for people suffering from dementia, because of her gentleness. Shout out to Smila, you're the MVP.

[@itzMoJo67]

is this in NorthAmerica ?

[@CorinaStadler]

The head tilts at the end were perfection.

[@FireCracker3240]

This appears to me to be the perfect dog! Great temperament, GORGEOUS and a long life expectancy. Joey is such a good boy and I just love him.

[@cparle87]

No drama, no noise, just adorable.

[@Starhung1]

My dad recently had his show Stabbyhoun have the CUTEST puppies; the breed association is so incredible and they care about the breed as a whole, in the most ethical way I’ve ever seen

[@Beannin]

My aunt and uncle had a stabyhoun named Walde for 14 years. He sadly developed terminal lung cancer and passed away last year. He was the goodest boy in the whole world. Incredibly sweet, gentle, playful and loyal. His one weakness though, was that you could not leave him alone in a room with anything edible. As in locks on the trash cans type of situation 😂 But he was absolutely wonderful, and is terribly missed ❤ RIP Walde ❤

[@ForeverWog]

Very sweet looking dog! Looks like a long-haired Labrador Retriever!

[@vikingdogmanship]

Looks alot like A border collie Lab mix

[@jasminesoliman4499]

and a Dalmatian!

[@kotson666]

They were bred to the same cause.

[@TrevorD19]

The face and eyes read golden retriever

[@j.8297]

Yes! But they are a bit smaller then a lab!

[@madisonl3401]

He is the most well behaved dog I have ever seen on this channel being groomed lol. So handsome ❤

[@MnemonicHack]

"Might just be the perfect dog." Let me stop you there. Every dog has the potential to be the perfect dog.

[@everythingsfinett3903]

Chihuahua?

[@eclipseter3656]

@@everythingsfinett3903 noe.

[@isabellamorris7902]

@@everythingsfinett3903 yes. All of them are perfect

[@MrShuntking]

This dog is gorgeous. And has those eyes that just scream if you pet me and love on me while providing me treats I'll be your best friend ever. This is the dog that makes me wish I could own one.

[@valkyriesardo278]

Joey has a lovely expression, calm and inquisitive. Thank you for introducing this charmer to a larger audience.

[@mossypawprints]

I met a man with 2 of these a while ago. They were really well behaved but I did keep mixing up my black and white spaniel with his puppy

[@krystal1119]

they do look alike!

[@themermaidstale5008]

Joey looked content and happy to be doing his part. If that doesn’t make a person’s heart glad, what would? Joey’s definitely a fur Angel.

[@jackthatmonkey8994]

I didn't know of this breed and its PERFECT. Its so Dutch. I'm Dutch too Its such a literal and direct name for the race, it made me lol. The traits are also just selected on "quality". Its such a Dutch thing to just very soberly look at something and just making it "good" (in this case, the race has only desirable traits like very little genetic defects) with no distractions Now, a tangent about the name: You said "Stabyhoun", which is Frisian really. Friesland is a province within the Netherlands which has a distinctive culture and identity. 'Houn' is just dog in Frisian ('hond' in regular Dutch, so the race is actually 'Staby' or 'Stabij' depending on how modern the spelling is ('y' is the old form of 'ij' to us). The most literal translation would be "Stay With - Dog"

[@janpostma5381]

Its not dutch its frissian. Het is een fries ras en niet hollands

[@jeskem]

Stabij dogs have a special spot in my heart, because they remind me so much of our old dog Buster, who was probably a Stabij/Border Collie mix. We had never got his breed mix investigated, but he shared many similarities in his looks and character. Whenever I see one, my heart makes a little jump from happiness! I love them.

[@S1dew1nderNL]

Jezus, Buster must've been a handfull of problems being that kind of mix!

[@TrulyMadlyShallowly]

What a mix. Bundle of energy, that!

[@toomanyhobbies2011]

I had one too. Her markings were very similar, with the black head, but she was also clearly BC. The person I got her from called her a BC/Queensland mix, which was certainly possible, but she was 65 pounds.

[@rubyruby1847]

I had a dog named Buster also who looked almost identical to this pup which is what made me click on this video. He lived to 16 years and was a border collie mix also. Very energetic but so gentle.

[@Kizuna31]

I'd never heard of this breed either, we think we have a border/lab mix but looking at his face and spots?? Think I've changed my mind! For all the people saying it's a handful honestly not really! Other than the barking (which is a border collie thing) and fighting sleep, she's a very well behaved baby :3

[@rpierce7004]

I never get tired and still chuckle when you say, "Grinch Feet". Nice to learn about the Jolly Joey and his breed.

[@theftking]

Very patient boy. 🤍

[@Minimusje]

I have a crossbreed of this. She’s a Stabyhoun and a Drents Partridge dog mix and she is lovely! Scared of her own shadow and everything else, which I hear happens more in the breed but she makes up for it in personality. I have never had a dog more vocal, more loyal or more cuddly than this one. She has a high will to please, loves to work with you and is super careful with kids.

[@tamara8872]

Yes, both breeds are quite sensitive. I think it's because of their gentleness. Can't have one without the other. Our old family dog was a similar mix as yours. We got her from a shelter and she had a pretty dark history, but the fears she held never turned to aggression. She would cower in a corner in a woman with dark curly hair and/or a rolled up newspaper came anywhere near her. We went away for a couple of days without her exactly once, leaving her at a dog pension. Her seperation anxiety turned out to be so bad, the owner let her sleep on her own bed, because she felt so bad for her. When we came to pick her up, she jumped right into my father's arms. By any standards she was thoroughly messed up, but she was still such a great family pet. Just imagine how awesome one raised in a loving home right from the start could be!

[@HaflingersNashandMara]

You have a staby houn x small munsterlander. I have a staby houn x great munsterlander. My boy is almost 30 kilos. How about you furrbaby?

[@DakotaCelt1]

Joey's head tilt is adorable! Beautiful dog!

[@Sli8ht]

“Honey… Can I get a new dog?”

[@Jekons]

😂

[@themarktauber]

So patient and adorable. Imagine seeing that sweetie everyday.🙂

[@Nikki0417]

That head tilt! ❤️😭❤️ Why is he being so cute? Is he trying to make my heart explode?!

[@sillylilly4794]

This one reminds me of my Lilly girl. She was a Brittany and the love of my life. She lived to be 15. Bird dogs are so loyal and kind. They are so much fun and I swear have a sense of humor. I miss mine all the time.

[@musicinmymind623]

Rest in peace Lilly, thank you for giving her such a long lovely life♥️

[@lynnwilhoite6194]

💜

[@trevm1268]

Joey looks & sounds perfect. What a little sweetheart ❤

[@peterboomsma]

Very nice! My Stabij is almost turning four. I agree with all your points except the exercise. In the winter my dog goes into hibernation, doesn't require more than an hour of exercise on most days. In the summer you can double that though. Also in my neighborhood (north of Groningen) you see Stabijs walking each day, a treat!

[@maevetheraven4449]

A year ago I adopted a 14 yo pug. He is now 15 and 5 months, in relatively good health (got a couple of surprised looks from doctors, after seeing his bloodwork). He has a movement disability, but he is pain-free and relatively mobile. He tolerates other dogs exclusively for cuddles, but can always be bribed with food. I know he is probably going to leave me in one or two years, but it was still worth adopting him.

[@dwaynetherock-hardjohnson5676]

my heart goes out to people who adopt senior dogs, i got my lab remy at age 9 and she is nearing 12, such an incredible animal that was in the shelter for far too long because everyone wanted a puppy. an immense amount of respect to you and your baby, im happy he found his forever home!

[@carriemae6584]

Joey, I'd adopt you in a minute. You look so sweet and loving. May your humans treasure you completely (I'm sure they do)! You were so good while being groomed that you deserve ten gold stars! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@annaal7480]

Plenty of dogs waiting to be rescued. Go ahead if you are so caring. In any country, any town.

[@Teuwufel]

@@annaal7480 They already may have a dog. Do it yourself if you are that concerned..

[@tonysmith7632]

Thanks for the introduction to this wonderful breed. He really is a very good boy, so chill.

[@Trinity25Apr]

He was a perfect gentleman, very appreciative of the delightful treatments he was receiving 😀 A new breed to add to my "if I could have" list

[@jossetteking4967]

What a beautiful, well-behaved dog. Thanks for introducing him --- and his breed --- to us!

[@analea6531]

The silence during this grooming session is outstanding 😂 what a good boy😍

[@FelisTerras]

I just..can't. Look at him; cute, smart, quiet, friendly, patient, lovely..this might be indeed the perfect dog. I'm certain, his dog parents/owners must be bursting with pride😍🥰

[@angel572]

What a polite and well mannered gentleman he is. And absolutely gorgeous.

[@m.y.o.b.724]

He looks stunning and has the best temperament. What a perfect combination!

[@jmckeev765]

what a well behaved doggy he is

[@Fenthule]

Ahhhhh!! I loovveee him!! His salt and pepper fur, his adorable face, his fantastic temperment, ahh!! Such a goodboi!

[@dormant_informant]

As some people pointed out in the comments they are also known Frisian Stabij, or lovingly called “Bijke” (pronounced as ‘bye-kuh’ kuh as in ‘custard’). I live in a Frisian village and everyone and their grandma has one 😂 Another Frisian breed is the wetterhûn/houn, which looks like a more robust stabij and has curly hair. Sometimes wetterhûn and stabij are crossbred. There is also a smaller and rarer stabij called a blue stabij and Joey’s coat reminds more of them since the regular colours are big patches of black and white (sometimes chocolate brown) with small spots here and there. My boyfriend and I adopted a stabij x american stafforshire terrier mix and I start to notice both breeds characters from time to time: loyal, smart, stubborn, tendency to hunt(def stabij) and very sweet. Funny you mention pointer, because she gets mistaken for a pointer all the time!

[@chantal_dannie7522]

Didn't realise they were rare😂 But I also live in the netherlands

[@Bluelagoonstudios]

I think I adopted a mix with this dog and a Terrier, I'm from Belgium, and we live at the south of the Netherlands, my dog is a real sweetheart, gentle and also very fast, and he can jump very high, a typical trait of a terrier. And the looks are pretty much the same. Maybe it's time to do an DNA test, to see where he is actually coming from. Even it makes no difference, I love him to the moon and back.

[@Skaatje]

As a Dutch guy I am proud that the Stabij is represented. Amazing dogs!

[@caroaalbers1525]

hele lieve hondties ❤

[@qmnnvrdyz8965]

He's right-pawed! What a gorgeous Puppy! He should get an award, for being one of the best behaved Pups that I've seen her groom! ❤️❤️❤️💋

[@eroche913]

What a handsome and calm boy he is, beautiful breed indeed. 💚

[@oneminuteofmyday]

Joey may be the most chill dog I have ever seen. lol He’s a beautiful boy.

[@tammydriver5759]

Gorgeous dog. He has such an unusual coloration.

[@patriciam4123]

Beautiful and we'll behaved! What more could anyone ask for in a beloved pet.

[@feoltmanns7624]

His coat and personality is spectacular

[@GazpaNova]

I HAVE ONE OF THESE DOGS! He's been my best friend for YEARS and I had no clue of what he was (rescued) until this video! Thank you so much!!

[@cherylsmith1121]

He was such a good boy and very patient

[@isabellacrump103]

This dog has a really sweet personality and a gorgeous coat! Joey is awesome! :D

[@AMG_Creates]

Joey doesn't care at all. Such a good boy, no drama on camera.

[@tigercatz]

That’s the calmest dog I’ve ever seen! 💜

[@ladyjustice1474]

He's adorable. Gorgeous coat, well behaved. Loved the head tilts.

[@randomobserver8168]

Haha. I was looking for that- one of my strongest reactions to him as well. Looked like posing for the close ups.

[@nattojelly8349]

He’s such a good boy I was praising my monitor the whole time

[@the_g9456]

What a handsome pup. I imagine he is very friendly.

[@peterchirico2153]

What a great groomer you are and dog is so calm through it, very impressive.

[@andreasvesaliuz3501]

When you think there's no best boy than this good boy, here comes the head tilt to assure it

[@PeggyST]

Aaawh, my dog is a mixed Labrador and Friese Stabij (like Joey) and she is a very very happy, sweet and enthusiastic dog! The Stabij breed is from a Dutch province called Friesland, up in the north of The Netherlands. So fun to see this type of doggo in one of your videos 😃👍🏾.

[@mrsaoomen]

My brother has a Stabij/Lab mix! He says the dog is much smarter than is good for him 😅

[@kathrynvanwaart]

@@mrsaoomen haha yet thats a Stabij fro you, they know your every move and how to manipulate you for their own benefits. Mine can even smell toys ive hidden for her in cabinets weeks ago without her being home. And just bark at that cabinet until.i give her toy back.

[@Cammer92]

How is Stabij pronounced?

[@TeenDream888]

@@mrsaoomen are you from N.A? it's extremely uncommon to have mixed litters with Stabys so I am always curious when it happens, which is not that often.

[@mrsaoomen]

@@TeenDream888 I'm from the Netherlands. Before my brother's dog, I had never heard of a Stabij mix, either.

[@major3771]

That dog deserved a treat, so well behaved 🤙

[@patmahgroyn6868]

Wow…I am floored. I have a lab and a pointer… but this combination as one dog….incredible.

[@stevelambert6404]

What a gentleman, love his coloring and such a laid back demeanor

[@jeanniefromtahini5197]

You have a lovely way with all the animals you groom, but this doggo was incredibly calm. He's practically a puppy at two years old!

[@brittanyfehlings6838]

There is something so satisfying about the sound of the equigroomer

[@zephirinedrouhin3735]

What a sweet boy! I bet he was such a pleasure to groom.

[@TrulyMadlyShallowly]

I'm Dutch and the 'Friese stabij' (as its official name is - it's a Frisian dog) is my favorite breed. They are quite common here and simply awesome: fun, energetic, smart, loving, loyal dogs. The best one I ever met was a flatcoated retriever/stabij mix - instant love. Great to see this one!

[@HaflingersNashandMara]

Ik heb een friese staby x grote munsterlander. Hij is zo gevoelig, maar ook zooooo lief. Energiek. Loyaal. Wel een beetje een drama queen soms. Maar de stabij staat ook wel bekent om prikkel gevoelig te zijn.

[@Jadriam]

Joey's such a relaxed dog. Learning about new breeds is fun.

[@colleenhutchison4794]

What a beautiful dog.

[@SunCity95]

Joey has a sweet face and I’m pretty sure he is a good ambassador of his breed ❤️🐶❤️

[@Eowyn126]

What a calm smart boy 🥺 I love his coat pattern, so interesting!

[@BedazzledChanclas]

He’s such a calm and patient boy 🥺

[@hojmatros5102]

He's got such a beautiful coat! Those colors are gorgeous.

[@alfyer5]

My dog is 14 years old. His health is slowly declining this year. Hind legs are becoming weaker and sometimes he pants and shakes a little. He’s become really thirsty and can’t hold his bladder for too long. For some reason his appetite has greatly increased. He never cared too much for food when younger but also he’s become very picky.

[@scottboyer8450]

It might be worth doing a senior dog blood work panel from your Veterinarian if you haven't done so already. Some conditions even in older dogs can be treated with medications, making your sweet pupper more comfortable.

[@alfyer5]

@@scottboyer8450 I have. They just found higher enzymes in his liver. They suggested X-ray but that’s like $500. He doesn’t seem to be in pain or anything and I don’t want to put my dog through endless tests only to be told oh it’s just old age.

[@scottboyer8450]

@@alfyer5 I completely understand. I've been a veterinary professional for almost 13 years now, and I always lean towards owners knowing where to draw the line on diagnostics and their companions comfort.

[@alfyer5]

@@scottboyer8450 yes I understand. I just don’t want my dog to suffer or be in pain that’s my main concern. He seems to be ok for the most part. Sometimes he has his good and bad days.

[@irietropicals4255]

X rays aren’t “endless tests” it can prevent and treat conditions to prolong the dogs life.

[@carolbulmer8253]

He is a very handsome, well-behaved dog! He was so gentle for you to groom❤️👏👏👏

[@PeggyS_7609]

Such a well behaved boy! Watching you bath and cut him is almost like looking at an optical illusion, the way his coat it. ❤

[@thelexicon7294]

I have a 1/2 stabyhoun and 1/2 border collie. Also never ever seen one before I got her. She’s incredibly chill, friendly to a fault, and talks incessantly.

[@vbee3571]

I had never heard of this breed before either. Joey is a perfect gentleman-bet you wish they were all like him! 🥰

[@Lorrainecats]

Joey is a beautiful dog 🐕 and such a good boy for his grooming

[@scratchy1704]

What a good boy 🤗💙.I haven't heard of this breed either

[@benvanzon3234]

Never knew these were so rare. I see them all the time here in the Netherlands!

[@akpokemon]

well rare in the US then I guess (or wherever she is)

[@emilyfisher7060]

@@akpokemon she’s from canada!! - though I’d imagine if they’re rare in the us they’re probably not especially common in canada either.

[@ellecrescent9834]

Dutch dog trainer here, at our school we regularly have stabij puppies coming to learn 😊 I was in the UK for a long time so am used to different breeds but back in the NL I’m getting to know all the Dutch breeds and they are pretty cool. The kooikerhondje and schapendoes for example are lovely too (these are the Dutch names of course, not sure about the translation)

[@Reauneth]

I have a stabyhound and kooiker mix!

[@tgnm9615]

He was so well behaved throughout the video. Very smart!

[@Salty_Gacha_Gamer]

The head-tilts at the end are adorable af. I definitely do wanna own someone like this who has a relatively long life expectancy as I definitely won't be able to handle their deaths well. I currently own a broken husky (broken cuz he almost never makes a sound unless he wants something and even then just a low growl altho recently after being taught how to say 'I want', all he does is say that when he wants something) and just hope he lives atleast 14 years

[@bbb462cid]

I had to teach a dog to bark once. I think her previous owner was abusive or at best neglectful. It was the '80s but we'd call her a rescue today. Was maybe a year old when I got her. She was a doll. When she found out she could bark she wouldn't shut up lol. I still feel her death today,.

[@mariaisaac1320]

My heart flutters whenever I see a dog's ears swinging up in the air. Sooo cute. 😍 😘 🦮 💞