by Jenny on September 16, 2009
Schipperke Non-Sporting Group
The Schipperke is a member of the Non-Sporting Group, with an unusual look. All black in color, their body tends to slope downwards from the neck to its hind quarters. A small dog breed, they weigh anywhere from 10 to 16 pounds, reaching a height of 11 to 13 inches.
The temperament of the breed is best described as a bold companion, one that is courageous an independent, yet playful and highly affectionate. Schipperke dogs are head-strong and love staying busy. They are easy to train and make great house dogs. They are moderately friendly towards other dogs and pets, with a certain level of weariness towards unknown people.
A Brief History Of The Schipperke
The listed origin of the Schipperke is said to be Belgium, dating back to the 1600s. But the exact details of the true beginnings of the breed is still covered in controversy. One theory suggests [...] Continue Reading…
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by Jenny on September 15, 2009
Samoyed Working Group
The Samoyed makes the perfect pet for anyone that lives in a cold climate area and is looking for a protective watch dog, and one that also thrives on love and affection. This breed is the perfect companion for anyone at any age. Samoyed dogs must have human interaction at all times and they connect deeply with their owners.
A Brief History Of The Samoyed
The Samoyed breed goes back as far as the Ancient times. The original area of origin for the bloodline is in Russia, specifically Siberia. The original function of the dogs were to herd reindeer and act as a guard dog. Todays function of the Samoyed are for herding trials and sled pulling.
The breed is named after the nomadic Samoyed people, who came from central Asia and arrived in the northwestern region of Siberia. Their survival depended on herding groups of reindeer of which [...] Continue Reading…
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by Jenny on September 15, 2009
Saluki
The Saluki is considered to be the most ancient of all dog breeds. There is evidence of their existence found in art work on Egyptian tombs that are dated thousands of years B.C. Arab nomads from the ancient civilization of Seleucia where this breed got its name from used the Saluki dogs to hunt animals in the desert such as fox, gazelles, and rabbits.
Ironically, most dogs are considered unclean in the Muslim world but the Saluki was considered the exception. The people of the land at that time referred to this dog breed as el hor, which means noble. These dogs were a precious provider of meat and so they were allowed to sleep inside the house-tents with other people and enjoy the attention and love from its Bedouin master.
The Saluki dog breed has been kept amazingly pure. This is largely due to the fact that Salukis [...] Continue Reading…
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by Jenny on September 14, 2009
Saint Bernard Working Group
The Saint Bernard is one of the highest recognized members of the Working Group. A gentle and affectionate breed, this dog is highly devoted to its family and always willing to please. They are wonderful around children although may not be playful enough for kids and are easy to train.
A Brief History Of The Saint Bernard
Researchers estimate that the original roots of the Saint Bernard probably go back to the great Roman Molossian dogs. But it was not until the mid 1600s did the breed make a name for itself as a trusted saver of lives, literally.
Around this time the dogs first made their way to the famous St. Bernard Hospice, which was a refuge camp for individuals traveling between Switzerland and Germany. Originally, the dogs were used for small working tasks like pulling carts and being watchdogs. It didnt take long for the Monks to [...] Continue Reading…
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by Jenny on September 14, 2009
Rottweiler Dog Breed
The Rottweiler is a physically imposing and intimidating looking dog that ranks at the top of the charts for being an excellent watchdog and a family protector. This dog breed has a history that is said to have stemmed from the Romans, used as drover dogs, herding large stocks of cattle over great distances, and into many countries.
Rottweilers are said to have entered the United States sometime in nearly 1930s which then gained recognition by the AKC. Having become nearly extinct years earlier due to lack of functioning use by people, the Rottweiler has become one of the most popular dog breeds in todays households, making its mark in the top 10 most popular registered dogs of the American kennel club.
This animal is extremely bold, confident, and alert. In fact, the Rottweiler is a top pick for anyone who is looking for a watchdog [...] Continue Reading…
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by Jenny on September 13, 2009
Rhodesian Ridgeback Hound Group
The Rhodesian Ridgeback is the perfect dog for hound lovers that not only appreciate the breeds hunting abilities, but one that also makes a trusting protector and an affectionate companion. These hounds rate high on all votes when it comes to being good around children, friendliness towards other pets, and as a fearless guard dog.
Loyal to its family, the Rhodesian Ridgeback has an independent, strong-willed personality. But this head-strong attitude will not get in the way of training as these dogs take to obedience training quite easily. They do, however, need the handling of a dominant owner to keep them from trying to dominate the family pack.
A Brief History Of The Rhodesian Ridgeback
The Rhodesian Ridgeback has been around since the 1800s and its area of origin stems from South Africa. European Boer settlers had arrived in South Africa during the 16th and 17th centuries and needed [...] Continue Reading…
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by Jenny on September 13, 2009
Redbone Coonhound
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 the 1840s, Mr. Birdsong, a hunter from Georgia, obtained a pack of coonhounds and began breeding his own dogs. In time, more and more coonhunters became interested in these dogs and began mixing them with Red Irish Foxhounds. The purpose of this mix was to create a dog that was faster and could hunt down coons with a stronger sense of smell.
The resulting litters produced many dogs that were colored red with black saddles. For a while they were referred to as Saddlebacks. Over several generations, hunters would breed these dogs in [...] Continue Reading…
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by Jenny on September 12, 2009
Puli Herding Group
The Puli has been a member of the Herding Group since 1936. Its appearance cannot be mistaken - almost mop like due to its long, super curly coat, which is also weatherproof. These dogs are very quick and agile, especially when herding. With a height of between 16 and 17 inches, the weight of the Puli dog ranges from 25 to 35 lbs.
The Temperament of the breed can best be described as curious, defensive, and energetic. They are somewhat headstrong in terms of attitude, and tend to be aggressive towards other dogs and strange people. This is what makes the Puli dependable watchdogs and fearless protectors. These dogs also tend to bark often.
A Brief History Of The Puli
The history of the Puli dates back to the Middle Ages, in the lands of Hungary. The original bloodline was a sheepdog which came from the the people of the [...] Continue Reading…
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by Jenny on September 12, 2009
Pug Dog Breed
The Pug is a member of the toy dog group whose name is derived from the Latin word Pugness, which means fist. This perfectly describes their facial features as it can be said to look like a clenched up fist. This dog breed has been recognized by the AKC since the year 1886 and has become an extremely popular house pet and show dog ever since.
The Pug dog breed is extremely amiable, displays a confident personality, and is abundantly playful. It can also be a bit headstrong and stubborn to train, but mostly the Pug is a pleasant dog who enjoys pleasing its owner, especially if given the chance to show off.
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As with all toy dog breeds, the Pug needs to have plenty of exercise on a daily basis. A brisk walk for 20 to 30 minutes would be ideal, or a fun physical [...] Continue Reading…
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by Jenny on September 11, 2009
Portuguese Water Dog Working Group
The Portuguese Water Dog is a gregarious breed, always on the lookout for fun and games. They make an outstanding family pet and behaves excellent around children and other dogs. Portuguese Water Dogs absolutely thrive on human interaction and love, so giving lots of attention is a requirement for anyone who owns one. An active lifestyle is also essential as these canines cannot sit still for very long without needing to play or run outside.
A Brief History Of The Portuguese Water Dog
As its name suggests, the area of origin of the Portuguese Water Dog is Portugal. A hard-working and focused water dog, its ancestry probably has some Poodle in the bloodline as you can judge from its appearance. In its native land, the breed is known as Cao de Agua, which translates into water dog. They come in two varieties long-haired and curly-coated.
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