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American Cocker Spaniel

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02
gen 2011

American Cocker Spaniel

American Cocker Spaniel

The American Cocker Spaniel is a breed of sporting dog. It is a spaniel type dog that is closely related to the English Cocker Spaniel; the two breeds diverged during the 20th century due to differing breed standards in America and the UK.

The Cocker Spaniel is a medium sized sturdy dog. The head is rounded with a pronounced stop. The muzzle is broad and deep with square even jaws. The teeth meet in a scissors bite. The eyeballs are dark, very round with slight almond shaped eye rims. Merle Cocker Spaniels can have blue eyes. The long, low-set ears are well feathered. The topline slopes slightly from the front of the dog to the back and the legs are straight. The tail is docked.

The Cocker Spaniel is the smallest member of the Sporting Group. He has a sturdy, compact body and a cleanly chiseled and refined head, with the overall dog in complete balance and of ideal size. He stands well up at the shoulder on straight forelegs with a topline sloping slightly toward strong, moderately bent, muscular quarters. He is a dog capable of considerable speed, combined with great endurance. Above all, he must be free and merry, sound, well balanced throughout and in action show a keen inclination to work. A dog well balanced in all parts is more desirable than a dog with strongly contrasting good points and faults.

The American Cocker is an intelligent dog. Being eager to please and very adaptable they are easy to train for field work, showing or companionship.

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Bouvier des Flandres

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02
gen 2011

Bouvier des Flandres

Bouvier des Flandres

The Bouvier des Flandres is a herding dog breed originating in Flanders. They were originally used for general farm work including cattle droving, sheep herding, and cart pulling, and nowadays as guard dogs and police dogs, as well as being kept as pets.

The Bouvier des Flandres is a powerfully built, compact, short-coupled, rough-coated dog of notably rugged appearance. He gives the impression of great strength without any sign of heaviness or clumsiness in his overall makeup.

He is agile, spirited and bold, yet his serene, well behaved disposition denotes his steady, resolute and fearless character. His gaze is alert and brilliant, depicting his intelligence, vigor and daring. By nature he is an equable dog. His origin is that of a cattle herder and general farmer’s helper, including cart pulling. He is an ideal farm dog.

His harsh double coat protects him in all weather, enabling him to perform the most arduous tasks. He has been used as an ambulance and messenger dog. Modern times find him as a watch and guard dog as well as a family friend, guardian and protector.

Rugged, agile and even-tempered, the Bouvier des Flandres makes an ideal farm dog. He often tests his working skills in AKC herding tests and trials, and can also be found at agility, tracking, obedience, and conformation events. The breed’s double coat protects him from harsh weather and can range in color from fawn to black, passing through salt and pepper, gray and brindle.

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Chow Chow Dog

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21
ott 2010

Chow Chow Dog

Chow Chow Dog

A powerful, sturdy dog of Arctic type, medium in size and muscular with heavy bone, the Chow Chow is an ancient breed of northern Chinese origin. While the breed was originally a working dog, he primarily serves as a companion today and is seen in show rings across the country. This lion-like, regal breed comes in five colors – red, black, blue, cinnamon and cream – and is known for its blue/black tongue and stilted gait. Their coats can also be either rough or smooth.

The Chow Chow is a medium to large-sized dog with that may have a rough or smooth coat. Rough-coated Chows have a soft, wooly undercoat and a medium-length topcoat that is straight, dense, coarse and very full. They have longer hairs (feathering) on the legs and tail, and a thick, long “mane” around the head and neck. Smooth Chows also have a double coat, but it is much shorter. regardless of coat, routine basic grooming is essential. However, the rough coat variety will need much more maintenance to avoid tangles and matting. Chows shed seasonally at a very high rate, and extra maintenance is necessary at these times.


Affectionate and devoted to family, the Chow is reserved and discerning with strangers. Their cat-like personalities make them independent, stubborn and less eager to please than other breeds. They require early socialization and training, and some kind of exercise daily. Regular grooming and bathing is a must to maintain their double coats.

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Pharaoh Hound

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20
ott 2010

Pharaoh Hound

Pharaoh Hound

The Pharaoh Hound is a breed of dog and the national hound of the Mediterranean nation of Malta. Its native name is Kelb tal-Fenek (plural: Klieb tal-Fenek) in Maltese, which means “rabbit hound”. The dog is the traditional hunting companion of Maltese outdoorsmen.

This breed is a slick sight hound mainly hunting game and rabbit but was cherished as a pet more than it was as a hunter. They are thought to be one of the oldest dogs in the world dating back to 4000 BC! Their excellent sense of hearing and smell are what this dog relies on to hunt its prey.

The Pharaoh hound has a slender noble appearance with a toned body. They are agile and light footed making them accurate sophisticated hunters. They have straight legs, a flat skull, and a sharp thin tail. The Pharaoh Hound is an elegant dog both for show purposes and for accomplishing work objectives.

The svelte Pharaoh Hound is more than a gracious addition to the home (though he surely is that) he is a keen hunter and an exuberant chaser. Although he is calm indoors, he loves to run. He is sensitive, loving, gentle and good with children and other dogs. He tends to be reserved with strangers; some pharaoh hounds are even timid. He is independent but willing to please. The breed has the unique characteristic of “blushing” when excited, with the nose and ears turning a rosy color.

The Pharaoh Hound relishes the opportunity to stretch his legs in a safe area, although he can manage with long daily walks on leash and occasional sprints. He needs soft bedding and warmth and generally should not be expected to sleep outside. His coat is low maintenance, requiring only occasional brushing to remove dead hair.

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Croatian Sheepdog

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15
ott 2010
Croatian Sheepdog

Croatian Sheepdog

The Croatian Sheepdog is a dog breed from Croatia. The Croatian sheepdog is of low to medium height and the base color is always black, although there may be very small patches of white on its chest and/or toes. A characteristic is the short hairs on its somewhat fox-like head and legs.

The remainder of the coat is longer and wavy or curly. The height at the withers in both sexes is between 16 to 21 inches and the length exceeds the height by approximately 10%. Nowadays, some dogs are even taller; that is probably due to better nutrition and an easier life – they grow to their full genetic potential. Traditionally the tail is docked very short but, if undocked, it is carried curled over the dog’s back.

Appearance

This breed is of lower medium height and its base colour is always black. The short hairs on its somewhat fox-like head and legs are a characteristic of the breed. The remainder of the coat is longer, wavy or curly. Height at the withers in both sexes is between 16 to 21 inches and length exceeds the height by approximately 10%. Nowadays, some dogs are even taller, which is probably due to better nutrition and an easier life – they grow to their full genetic potential.
Traditionally, the tail is docked very short, but if undocked it is more or less curled over the dog’s back.

Character: Croatian Sheepdogs are alert, swift, athletic, and intelligent. They have incredible stamina and possess a strong need for human companionship. They are economical to own, as they are very healthy and require little maintenance. They have good natural herding instincts and abilities, and they are often suspicious of strangers. Proper socialization and obedience training from an early age can prevent this breed from becoming noisy, timid, or destructive.

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Fox Terrier Dog

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12
ott 2010

Fox Terrier Dog

Fox Terrier Dog

History: The two types of Fox Terrier, Smooth and Wire, look quite similar but actually have quite different origins. The Terrier is an ancient breed, and was described by the Romans as a fox hunting dog. The black and tan terrier known then developed into the Wire Fox Terrier, while the Smooth Fox Terrier is a hybrid of several breeds, among them the Greyhound, Beagle and Bull Terrier. Records exist of the Smooth Fox Terrier in its present form from the middle of the 19th century, and the Wire Fox Terrier was then crossed with the Smooth in order to arrive at a lighter coat color. These dogs were traditionally trained to go down foxholes to catch foxes which had been run to cover, and for this reason they are small, fierce dogs which enjoy burrowing and are very energetic.

Appearance: Both types are the same height, about 15″ at the shoulder blade. This is a compact, powerful little dog, with a long, fairly thin muzzle and deep set, small, bright dark colored eyes. The ears are cocked forwards and the tail, which is naturally quite long, is usually docked in show dogs. Both types have similar coat color, white with patches of brown or black, but the Smooth Fox Terrier has a much thinner, shorter coat than the Wire, which has a double layered, curly, dense coat which makes it seem heavier and wider than the Smooth.

Temperament: As described in the FCI standard for the wire-haired fox terrier, the terrier “should be alert, quick of movement, keen of expression, on the tip-toe of expectation at the slightest provocation.”
This energetic breed cannot be stopped and is the center of attention. It is playful, mischievous, independent and bold. It is always ready to play with children, however it has been known to bite.

Known to be determined and impulsive, this breed will kill birds and small animals if given the opportunity. It considers cats to be prey and may try to dominate other dogs. It is fairly reserved with strangers and is totally devoted to its family, making it an excellent watchdog.

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