dog breeds

There are more than 150 breeds of dogs are registered with the American Kennel Club and the Canadian Kennel Club. The breed can determine the right fit of dog to your lifestyle and personality. The dog’s temperament is a component of the breed, as is size and energy level and need for attention or companionship.

Some dog breeds will require far more exercise than others. A small dog breed, like a Pug or Yorkshire terrier will get enough exercise walking, running and playing indoors. Other breeds need more exercise and fresh air to thrive. There are dog breeds that are less likely to trigger pet allergies. Pet allergies are usually caused by pet dander, the dead skin flakes that a pet sheds naturally. Some dog breeds like Poodle, Maltese, Bichon Frise, Bedlington terrier and Chinese Crested do not shed hair, so they shed far less dander.

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• Some Dog Breeds Are Better for People with Allergies

  
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  Adding a dog to your family is a major decision and commitment, especially when a prospective owner has pet allergies. There is no dog breed that is truly non-allergenic. There are some dogs that are considered to be hypoallergenic (meaning less allergenic), and/or low-shedding or low-dander. The AKC (American ...
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• The Bluetick Coonhound dog.

  
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  The Bluetick Coonhound, which originated in Louisiana, was developed from the Bleu de Gascogne hound of southwest France, as well as the English Foxhound, the cur dog, the American Foxhound, and the Black And Tan Virginia Foxhound.Originally,... For more juicy details visit:http://globopets.blogspot.com
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• A Blue Lacy dog.

  
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  The Lacy dog was named after the Lacy brothers—Frank, George, Ewin, and Harry Lacy—who in 1858 moved from Kentucky to Texas and settled in Burnet County, Texas. The dog, according to the Lacy family, was a mixture of English Shepherd (or perhaps... For more juicy details visit:http://globopets.blogspot.com
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• Brussels Griffon

  
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  About the Breed The Brussels Griffon is a breed that comes from Brussels, Belgium, and he was developed as a stable dog and then companion.  In the 1800s, the coachmen of the time kept small dogs within in the stables as ratter dogs.  While they didn’t keep precise records, the Brussels Griffon is one such dog ...
  4 days ago

• When Japanese chin were their own species

  
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  I’m about to quote from book that contains a description of a Japanese chin, which is called a “Japanese pug,” that some might find offensive. Please note that I am not anti-Japanese chin.  This is a brachycephalic breed, and unlike many other breeds of this type, the Japanese chin has had this morphology for ...
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• Hip Dysplasia in Standard Schnauzers

  
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  Standard Schnauzers are big-boned and muscular with square, medium-sized frames which would cause a person to assume that hip dysplasia would not be a problem for Standard Schnauzers. Standard Schnauzers are enjoyable dogs to have as pets but they need a lot of positive guidance to offset their forceful ...
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• Bernese Mountain Dogs as watch dogs??

  
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  Ive thought it over for quite a while, and i know now that i dont need a guard dog. I just want a dog that will scare any strange people or things by the bark and size alone. But i want a watch dog that is VERY alert and will bark at pretty much anything different or weird. Ive been looking at Labradors now, but they ...
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• Central Asian Shepherd/Caucasian Ovcharka

  
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  I personally wouldnt own one of these (anytime soon) but they are strikingly beautiful dogs with quite awe inspiring power and interesting backgrounds. They are said to be the "lion" of dogs and possess fighting power and stamina far excelling pitbulls, dobies, rotties etc. There is one Central Asian Shepherd that is ...
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• The Beagle-Harrier dog

  
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  The Beagle Harrier dog appears to be either a larger Beagle or a smaller Harrier. It is a medium sized dog, between 45 and 50 centimeters (18 to 20 inches) tall at the withers, and it weighs between 19 and 21 kilograms (42 to 46 pounds). Its coat... For more juicy details visit:http://globopets.blogspot.com
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• The Beagle dog

  
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  Dogs of similar size and purpose to the modern Beagle can be traced in Ancient Greece back to around the 5th century BC. Xenophon, born around 433 BC, in his Treatise on Hunting or Cynegeticus refers to a hound that hunted hares by scent and was... For more juicy details visit:http://globopets.blogspot.com
  2 weeks ago

• The Basset Fauve de Bretagne dog

  
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  The Basset Fauve de Bretagne dog is a neat looking hound, free from exaggeration and lively and friendly; as a scenthound, though, he has the usual failing of becoming absorbed with what hes scenting.He is agile enough to trouble any... For more juicy details visit:http://globopets.blogspot.com
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• The Austrian Black and Tan Hound ( dog )

  
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  It is thought to be the true descendant of the original Celtic Hound, although there is no known history of the Austrian Black and Tan Hound until after the middle of the 19th century. This large sized hound was used for tracking wounded game,... For more juicy details visit:http://globopets.blogspot.com
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• Top 10 Dog Breeds for Dog Lovers with Allergies

  
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  According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, about 10 percent of Americans are allergic to dogs.  Common allergies associated with canines include dander, hair, or a combination of both.  Usually allergic reactions are quite mild, resulting in sneezing and itchy eyes, but others can ...
  2 weeks ago

• The energetic Australian Kelpie dog

  
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  Kelpies are loyal, friendly, intelligent, energetic dogs that require a challenging job to be satisfactory companions. They need to be stimulated, as idle and bored dogs become frustrated, noisy, and destructive. With personalised love and... For more juicy details visit:http://globopets.blogspot.com
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• The smart Australian Cattle Dog

  
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  Like many working dogs, the Australian Cattle Dog has high energy levels, an active mind, and a level of independence. The breed ranks 10th in Stanley Corens The Intelligence of Dogs, rated as one of the most intelligent dogs ranked by obedience... For more juicy details visit:http://globopets.blogspot.com
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• Best Bully Sticks Breed Spotlight: Weimaraner

  
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  The “Grey Ghost” is visiting this week’s Best Bully Sticks Breed Spotlight! No, we’re not talking about some ghastly ghoul, but the friendly, alert and beautiful Weimaraner! Read about this sporty dog—its interesting history and great disposition in our look at the Weimaraner. History & Background: The ...
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• Russian Toy Terrier – A Unique Breed

  
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  Being home companions are the main functions of toy dog breeds. Due to the size it is not uncommon for pet parents to work for the pet. Pet parents carrying toy dogs in their arms or in trendy designed tote … Continue reading →
  3 weeks ago

• puppies with cameras

  
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  PUPPIES WITH CAMERAS Beautiful Day at the Dog Park from Kelsey Wynns on Vimeo . Give a Great Dane Puppy his own camera, and this is what happens. Enjoy. And support your local dog park.
  3 weeks ago

• What Your Dog Thinks about Your Personality Traits - A Survey

  
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  So (as I was saying on the blog yesterday) according to a recent study of 1,000 people in the UK, a persons choice of dog breed might reveal something about that persons personality (for example, owners of Toy dog breeds tend to be open and agreeable). Yeah, about that whole extrovert magnet thing we ...
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• True or False? Corgi Owners Tend to Be Extroverts

  
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  Hint: I said "tend" to be extroverts, not "are" extroverts. (smile) So, if you answered " false ," according to a study done by Jo Fearon and Dr. Lance Workman of Bath Spa University , presented earlier this month to the British Psychological Society, youd be wrong . Um, yes, we are extrovert ...
  3 weeks ago

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