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Beagle Breeders: Dog Eat Dog Competition

May 24, 2010

Good Beagle breeders ensure the well being of their Beagles. Though making a profit motivates many breeders, the best also care for the breed they produce. The subject of this article is finding good Beagle breeders and learning how to avoid bad breeders.
A breeder is anyone who breeds animals. Purebred breeders mate specific breeds. Breeders [...]

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The History And Origin Of The Mastiff Dog Breed

May 21, 2010

Mastiffs in one form or another have been around since before written history began. Carvings from the Babylonian palace of Ashurbanipal (these carvings are on display in the British Museum) show large Mastiff-type dogs hunting lions in the desert near the Tigris River.

Mastiffs as war dogs

Phoenician merchants introduced the Mastiff to ancient Britain in the [...]

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Obesity In Pembroke Welsh Corgis

May 21, 2010

Pembroke Welsh Corgis come from a long lineage of herding dogs, but today they are more known for being great companion dogs. The claim to fame of this breed is that they became favorites of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth II of England during their time. With their endearing appearance, perhaps what a lot [...]

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The Maltese Dog Breed Makes A Great Pet And Show Dog

May 20, 2010

The Maltese is lovely, intelligent and playful as well as being cute cuddly – all characteristics that make a great pet! This breed originates from Italy and it is thought that it was first introduced in England by Crusaders returning from the Mediterranean. They were exceptionally popular with women who would carry them [...]

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The Stylish and Reserved Dog: Scottish Terrier

May 16, 2010

The Scottish terriers, also known as Scotties, are short-legged British terriers. They are one among other go-to-ground and wire-coated terriers developed in the highlands of Scotland. The Scotties are said to have jaunty attitude so they are often used to represent advertisements of the country to where they originated.

However, Scotties’ nature is not in [...]

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Is An Australian Shepherd Puppy The Right Choice For Me And My Family?

May 7, 2010

The Australian Shepherd is a working sheep and farm dog that might do quite poorly in an apartment. They are vigorous dogs with high intelligence that were bred to think and work. They require at the least, a properly fenced in enclosure and at the best, a farm to run and work. They form strong [...]

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Airedale Terrier – The King of the Terriers

May 7, 2010

The Airedale Terrier is a medium 45 to 65 pound dog that usually reaches between 22″ and 24″. Known as the King of the Terriers, they are largest of the Terrier breeds recognized by the AKC. It is a compact little powerhouse that is all terrier when it comes to chasing little animals or appeasing [...]

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American Cocker Spaniel, Best Dog Breed For You?

May 6, 2010

Is the American Cocker Spaniel the right breed for you? Following is a brief standard on the American Cocker Spaniels. Their history, their physical and mental makeup and how to best care for them.

History: American Cocker Spaniels are the smallest member of the Sporting Group of spaniels. Initiated in Spain and developed primarily in England, [...]

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Meet the Ancestor of Modern Spaniel: The English Springer Spaniel

May 2, 2010

Besides the Clumber, the Springer Spaniel breed was originally bred in the 19th century at England. The Springer Spaniel breed is considered the ancestor of present spaniels, especially the Cocker Spaniel and the Springer Spaniel. Earlier before guns were used for hunting, the Springer used to scare the birds being hunted by the hunters into [...]

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Border Collies, Collies And Shetland Sheepdogs: The Differences Between Them

April 28, 2010

The most common three dog breeds that are easily confused are the Collie, Border Collie and Shetland Sheepdog. While each is its own breed and has its own distinctions, they also have some similarities as well. The following information outlines the most common differences and similarities between these three dog breeds.
Collies:
Developed in Scotland to be [...]

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The Doberman Pinscher – Intelligent, Intense And Affectionate

April 28, 2010

The Doberman pinscher is an extremely popular dog today as it is an affectionate, intelligent and loyal pet. This sleek, intense breed gets its name from the German tax collector who originated the breed – Louis Dobermann. Developed in the 1860s, the Doberman is a mix of German pinchers, Greyhounds, English Greyhounds, Rottweilers [...]

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Pomeranian (Dog Training)

April 28, 2010

For more information bit.ly ========================= Thank you FreeFoto.com for the use of your pictures Pomeranian “The Pomeranian is a breed of dog in the Spitz family, named for the Pomerania region in Central Europe (which is part of modern eastern Germany, and northern Poland) and classed as a toy dog breed because of its small [...]

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The Bloodhound Dog Breed And Some Best Advised Tips

April 27, 2010

The Bloodhound or St. Hubert Hound is an ancient breed that dates back over 1500 years. The name Bloodhound refers to their pure blood and pure breeding standards. This large scent hound ways between 70-115 pounds and measures 23″ to 27″ in length. They are known for their excellent tracking ability that can be matched [...]

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The English Springer Spaniel: The Hunter and Attached to You

April 25, 2010

Except for the Clumber, the English Spring Spaniel was developed and originated in England in the nineteenth century. He is thought to be the ancestor of most of the modern spaniels, specifically the Springer Spaniel and the Cocker Spaniel. Before any kind of gun was used to hunt, this springer would spring whatever bird the [...]

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The Australian Shepherd And Facts You Need To Know

April 23, 2010

The Australian Shepherd is a working sheep and farm dog that might do quite poorly in an apartment. They are vigorous dogs with high intelligence that were bred to think and work. They require at the least, a properly fenced in enclosure and at the best, a farm to run and work.

They form strong [...]

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The Cocker Spaniel And Some Interesting Information

April 22, 2010

The Cocker Spaniel, also known as the American Cocker Spaniel, originated from cautious reproduction of the English Cocker Spaniels in the United States.

The name “Cocker” comes from the game bird named woodcock. These spaniels were used to flush these game birds which they did particularly well. Recently these Cocker Spaniels are mostly found in dog [...]

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Border Collies, Collies and Shetland Sheepdogs: How They Differ

April 21, 2010

The most common three dog breeds that are easily confused are the Collie, Border Collie and Shetland Sheepdog. While each is its own breed and has its own distinctions, they also have some similarities as well. The following information outlines the most common differences and similarities between these three dog breeds.
Collies: Developed in Scotland [...]

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Reserved Dog Scottish Terrier

April 16, 2010

The Scottish terriers, also known as Scotties, are sharply-legged British terriers. They are one among other go-to-ground and wire-layered terriers urbanized in the highlands of Scotland. The Scotties are said to have jolly position so they are regularly used to epitomize advertisements of the country to where they originated.
However, Scotties’ scenery is not in reason [...]

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The Maltese Dog Breed Profile

April 15, 2010

The Maltese is lovely, intelligent and playful as well as being cute cuddly – all characteristics that make a great pet! This breed originates from Italy and it is thought that it was first introduced in England by Crusaders returning from the Mediterranean. They were exceptionally popular with women who would carry them in the [...]

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