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History and Origin of Miniature Schnauzers

March 9, 2010


The Miniature Schnauzer is an affectionate, small robust with squarely proportioned shape. It is believed that the German Terrier, Wolfspitz, and black Poodle are the dog breeds that possibly have took part in the first evolution of the Miniature Schnauzer. This breed was nurtured by means of breeding the Standard Schnauzer with several small dogs [...]

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Mastiff Dog – A History Course

March 5, 2010


The Mastiff Dog has because of links to history a very long and storied tradition. Right around the sixth century or so Phoenician merchants introduced the mastiff dog into the Britain colonies. The mastiff dog was also utilized by the ancient Celts in battle. They found a major asset of the mastiff dog to be [...]

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Poodle Is As Poodle Does

March 2, 2010


I read the phrase in the title somewhere, and even though it is a blatant rip off of a line from Forest Gump, I thought it was a pretty appropriate way to describe the world’s oldest water retriever, circus performer and truffle hunter.
Poodles are lively and active dogs, are very loyal and absolutely love (crave?) [...]

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Akita Breed – Everything You Need to Know

February 26, 2010

The Akita breed has gotten exceedingly popular over the years, ever since it was first introduced to the United States. Originally from northern Japan, Akitas were loved for their beautiful coats, royal disposition and sheer strength.
They were owned by aristocrats and noble people in Japan for that same reason, due to their number of [...]

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American Staffordshire Terrier Dog Breed Interesting Facts

February 22, 2010


In the days when pit fighting was an accepted “sport” in the country of Great Britain and later in America, Pitbulls of various origins were the dogs of choice for this activity.

To a large extent, the original “bulldog” was one of the foundation breeds of dogs of this type. One of the functions of [...]

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The Bernese Mountain Dog And Some Personal Views

February 18, 2010


The Bernese Mountain Dog belongs to the working group of dogs. In general, the working breeds are known for their intelligence and hardiness. The Bernese is a herding and draft dog. These dogs love the challenge of learning anything new. This dog is a surefire reason for dog obedience training. If you do not train [...]

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For The Collie Fans

February 16, 2010

Here in the twentieth century, the Collie is easily identified as the companion of children or as the adornment for an obscure farm in the Midwest. The film and television industry have done much to create this image with the promotion of the classic T.V. series “Lassie”.
One could easily think the Collie to be as [...]

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Types of Poodles and Poodle Breeds

February 16, 2010


Poodles are one of America’s favorite dog breeds.  They are one of the few dog breeds where there are actually three types.  Another unique feature of this breed is that they are often crossed with other dog breeds to produce different poodle breeds.
Americans love poodles, in fact according to the American Kennel Club (AKC), Poodles [...]

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Lhasa Apso Breed Information

February 15, 2010

 
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The Lhasa Apso is identifiable by its long coat that reaches all the way to the floor.  The coat is heavy and double-coated, draping over the whole body and coming in the following colors: Gold, cream and honey (the most popular colors), however they also come in smoke, dark-grizzle, slate and a multi-color assortment of [...]

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Akita Breed Description

February 12, 2010

The Akita is a proud member of the working group. This dog has a bold, independent personality, and is highly devoted to its family. Rated as one of the best watchdogs a man can own, the Akita will protect its family members at all costs, which makes it highly reserved around strangers and other animals.
A [...]

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Redbone Coonhound Breed Desription

February 11, 2010

Most coonhounds are ancestors of the foxhound and the same holds true for the Redbone Coonhound. During the late 1700s, red foxhounds were brought to America by Scottish immigrants. It is suggested that these are the dogs that formed the base for the Redbone Coonhound breed.
A man named George Birdsong heavily influenced the breed. During [...]

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The Dark Secret Behind Dogs That Are Sold In Pet Stores

February 11, 2010

For at least four decades puppy mills have been one of the most shameful embarrassments of the dog world. Many AKC critics are particularly voiced that the organization hasn’t done more to attack the problem, arguably one of the most cruel and pervasive examples of animal abuse in the nation’s history – yet the average [...]

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The History Of The Yorkshire Terrier

February 8, 2010


Yorkshire Terriers, according to Yorkshire Terrier information sources, originally came from Scotland and bred with native terriers. The founding father was named Huddersfield Ben. Yorkshire Terriers were originally bred to kill mice and rats. There are very few records of dog breeding from this time. Yorkshire terriers were originally bred to kill rats, not to [...]

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Collie Breed Description

February 7, 2010

Nobody knows for sure the exact origins of the Collie dog breed, or even where its name came from. One specific theory is that the Collie was derived from the same bloodline as the Border Collie.
Another theory concerning the name “Collie” is that it comes from the Gaelic word for “useful”, which definitely describes how [...]

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Papillon Breed Description

February 7, 2010

Papillon dogs are ancestors of the Dwarf Spaniels that were extremely popular throughout Europe as early as the 16th century. The name Papillon is French which means “butterfly”. It was given to these dogs because of the resemblance to a butterfly shape that their face and ears make.
Dwarf Spaniels were very popular with the nobility [...]

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Havanese Breed Description

February 7, 2010

Originating from the Mediterranean during ancient times, the Havanese dog comes from a family of small dogs known as the Barbichon (now called Bichon) family. They showed up in large quantities throughout Cuba when Spanish traders brought them as gifts to give to the Cuban women. This allowed open trade between the two peoples.
The Cubans [...]

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Weimaraner Breed Description

February 7, 2010

The Weimaraner dog breed is probably the most courageous and rambunctious of the sporting group. Always ready to hunt, play, and run, this dog literally has enough energy for an entire day roaming outside. If left inside the house too long they may become destructive.
The Weimaraner is top-rated on its training ability, protection, and watchdog [...]

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Australian Shepherd Breed Description

February 5, 2010

The Australian Shepherd is a bold, loving, smart and energetic member of the Herding Group. These dogs have an athletic build and are medium in size. With amazing agility and a powerful body, they can work hard all day without sacrificing speed or stamina. Australian Shepherd dogs were bred to guard livestock and to this [...]

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French Bulldog Breed Description

February 5, 2010

The Bulldog was extremely popular in England during the 19th century, particularly around the area of Nottingham. Most of these dogs were very small, weighing in at less than 25 to 30 pounds. They made their way to France when a large number of lace workers headed to the area for work and brought their [...]

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Two Items To Insist From Your Breeder When Buying A Puppy

February 4, 2010

1. Written Guarantee: Good breeders provide written guarantees against genetic disease. It is essential to get a guarantee on the hips and eyes of your pup, given the epidemics of hip dysplasia and various forms of progressive blindness among the nation’s dogs. The guarantee entitles you to a refund of the price of the puppy [...]

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