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Great Pyrenees

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30
mar 2011

Pyrenean Mountain Dog

Pyrenean Mountain Dog

The Pyrenean Mountain Dog, known as the Great Pyrenees in North America, is a large breed of dog used as a livestock guardian dog.

Pyrenean Mountain Dogs belong to the pastoral group and are today used as companions and sheepdogs, as well as being seen in the show-ring.

A powerful and imposing dog with a certain elegance. Great size, strongly built but not cumbersome. Well balanced and of noble bearing.

They look as majestic as the mountains that give them their name – massive, beautiful and with tremendous elegance. With their glorious white coats and regal presence, Pyrs are a distinctive breed. They look immensely strong and yet are well-balanced with unhurried, steady and smooth movement which is driven by powerful hindquarters.

Minimum shoulder height: dogs: 70 cms (27½ ins); bitches: 65 cms (25½ ins). Most will considerably exceed this, great size is essential provided type and character are retained. Minimum weight: dogs: 50 kgs (110 lbs); bitches: 40 kgs (88 lbs); these weights apply only to specimens of minimum height, taller ones should be heavier. Weight always in proportion to height, giving a powerful dog of great strength, but excess weight due to fat undesirable.

Pyrenean Mountain Dogs are highly intelligent but do have a stubborn streak which can lead to problems if the handler is not consistent and loving.

They must be trained from an early age with a firm hand as they are far too strong when fully grown and would, by then, be too independent.

The Pyrenean is placid, self confident and protective of its family. Owners describe them as affectionate, mischievous, majestic and loveable. Occasionally Pyreneans can become problem barkers if bored.

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Foxhound Dog

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01
mar 2011

Foxhound

Foxhound

Foxhounds were the very first of the canine races in Great Britain to come under the domination of scientific breeding.

There had been hounds of more ancient origin, such as the Southern Hound and the Bloodhound; but something different was wanted towards the end of the seventeenth century to hunt the wild deer that had become somewhat scattered after Cromwell’s civil war.

The demand was consequently for a quicker hound than those hitherto known, and people devoted to the chase began to breed it.

The Foxhound is said to be the result of a cross between the Bloodhound and the Greyhound. They have been recognized as a distinct breed, however, for nearly three centuries. At the present time in this country there are two distinct types of Foxhounds-the American and the English.

The English hound is larger and heavier-boned than his American cousin.

English breeders have established a high standard of excellence as to size, conformation, general symmetry, beauty of form and style, but this has been done at the expense of nose, speed, endurance, and fox sense.

The English hound is more satisfactory to hunt clubs in the East, where the majority hunt to ride, for English dogs are better trained and broken, more evenly matched as to speed, and not fast enough to get away from the rider. They also present a more pleasing appearance to the eye.

The American hound is descended from hounds brought to this country in pre-Revolutionary days by the sport-loving gentry of Virginia, Maryland, and Carolina, who bred them on purely utilitarian lines, and succeeded in producing a family of dogs which admirably filled the purpose for which they were desired, and which are now scattered all over the United States.

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Samoyed

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16
gen 2011

Samoyed

Samoyed

This is the herding dog of the once nomadic Samoyed people who roamed across Arctic Asia and now live in the regions of Siberia east of the Ural Mountains.

For centuries the big white dogs guarded and herded the reindeer, which were the lifeblood of the tribes. Occasionally they pulled sleds, but this job usually was relegated to the reindeer.

Most of the modern Samoyeds are descendants of just 12 animals brought out of Russia in the 19th Century. Still used as a sled dog, the Samoyed can withstand the most extreme weather.

A hardy and eager worker, the Samoyed is known for black lips that curl slightly at the corners into the “Samoyed smile.” Bright and alert, he likes to stay busy and enjoys participating in agility, herding, weight pulling, sledding, pack hiking, conformation shows and more!

His heavy, weather resistant coat is suitable for very cold climates and should be pure white, white and biscuit, cream or biscuit.

The Samoyed, known as the smiling dog, is intelligent and gentle breed that bonds closely with its family. It is friendly towards other pets and prefers to play with children, although it may tend to herd younger kids.

Even though it barks a lot, it is far too friendly to be a watchdog. It is playful even with strangers and never distrustful or shy. The Samoyed is calm indoors, however it can be mischievous if not exercised both physically and mentally.

It is intelligent and stubborn and may dig and bark if it grows bored. Even with its willful nature, it remains a loyal breed that wishes to please its owner.

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Shiba Inu Dog

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13
gen 2011

Shiba Inu

Shiba Inu

The Shiba Inu is a unique breed. Intelligent, active, energetic, they think pretty highly of themselves. They are famous for their spirited boldness and independent nature. If you are not careful, they will train you.

Early obedience training is important, but even then, Shibas don’t really enjoy being obedient.

Off leash work is especially challenging and the recall might require a miracle. They love to run and they love to run away. They are escape artists and owners must be careful every single time they open a door because they will bolt. Some can even climb chain link fences. Shibas have been known to disappear for days at a time.

They will hunt mice, squirrels, and other small animals if they can. Shibas need regular exercise but a spirited 30 minute walk each day should suffice.

The Shiba Inu is alert, confident, courageous, and bold. Loving, kind, trainable and brave. They are clean and most try to avoid puddles and are relatively easy to housebreak.

They bark little and bond closely with their handler. Playful and delightful, a well-adjusted Shiba is good with kids, other dogs and cats. Active, lively, agile and fast. Socialize this breed well as a puppy, as they can be reserved with strangers.

The Shiba Inu only requires an occasional brushing. But because he sheds excessively you may find yourself brushing him daily to remove loose hair. (What you get out with a brush doesn’t fall out in your home!)

The Shiba Inu is moderately easy to train. He learns new commands at the average rate. He is neither difficult nor easy to train.

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French Bulldog

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05
gen 2011

French Bulldog

French Bulldog

The French bulldog is a small companion breed of dog, related to the English bulldog and American bulldog. The name suggests France as the origin of the breed; however, Americans and British breeders may have played a larger role in the breed’s development. The dogs are commonly called the Frenchie and are nicknamed “clowns” and “frog dogs”.

The French Bulldog is a sturdy, compact, stocky little dog, with a large square head that has a rounded forehead. The muzzle is broad and deep with a well defined stop.
The nose is black, but may be lighter in lighter colored dogs. The upper lips hang down over the lower lips. The teeth meet in an under bite and the lower jaw is square and deep.
The round, prominent eyes are set wide apart and are dark in color. The bat ears stand erect, are broad at the base narrowing in a triangular shape and rounded at the tips. The height at the withers to the ground should be approximately the same as the length from withers to the base of the tail. The tail is either straight or cork-screw.
The chest is broad and deep with the front of the dog being wider than the back end, forming a pear shape.

The French Bulldog is a clown in a lap dog. He enjoys playing and entertaining his family, as well as cuddling and snoozing with his favorite person. He is amiable, sweet, companionable and willing to please.

The Frenchie has minimal exercise requirements, although he is a fun-loving dog. He enjoys a romp outdoors, but doesn’t do well in hot, humid weather. Most cannot swim. A short walk on lead is sufficient to meet most of his physical needs. This breed should not live outdoors. The Frenchie snores and may wheeze and drool. He requires minimal coat care, but his facial wrinkles should be regularly cleaned.

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German Shepherd Dog

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03
gen 2011

German Shepherd

German Shepherd

The German Shepherd Dog originated in 1899 at Karlsruhe, Germany due to the efforts of Captain Max von Stephanitz and others. Derived from the old breeds of herding and farm dogs, the first German Shepherd Dog exhibited in America was in 1907.

The fame associated with Rin-Tin-Tin and Strongheart, two members of the breed whose movies played on variations of the boy and his dog theme, shot the popularity of the breed sky-high.

The German Shepherd is a strong, agile dog with a well-muscled build and an overall appearance that denotes liveliness, nobility, and quality.

The breed’s well-balanced body is just longer than it is tall, and its outline consists of smooth curves as opposed to angles. They are substantial, fit, and solid, but they are not bulky or cumbersome.

Their neck is well-muscled, sturdy, and clean-cut, and its length is in direct proportion to the size of the dog’s head. They have a straight, strong back that is short by comparison, and their high-set withers slope gently into their level topline.

The chest of this breed is well-filled, deep, and capacious, and the well-sprung ribs are long and carried down to the sternum. Their abdomen is firm and moderately tucked up into the loin.

The breed has a distinct personality marked by direct and fearless, but not hostile, expression, self-confidence and a certain aloofness that does not lend itself to immediate and indiscriminate friendships.

The dog must be approachable, quietly standing its ground and showing confidence and willingness to meet overtures without itself making them.

It is poised, but when the occasion demands, eager and alert; both fit and willing to serve in its capacity as companion, watchdog, blind leader, herding dog, or guardian, whichever the circumstances may demand.

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