AKA: Wolfspitz, Chien Loup,German Wolfspitz
Description: Keeshond is a regular size breed that has double coat layers with a fur. They belong in the Spitz family. Their tail is curled and feathering. They have a balanced body built, square shaped. Their eyes is dark brown in color and shaped like almond. Ears are triangular and set high. Lips are black and teeth are strong and in scissors bite. They look very elegant and attractive with their hair and fur. Feet are round in shape and cat-like.

Temperament: Keeshond is very playful and fun to be with dog. They are cheerful. They love to be with children to play around. They are very loving, smart and friendly breed. They could do tricks if trained well by its owner. They hate to be left alone and be ignored. They are happy to be a part of their owner’s family. Theya re to a very protective dog especially to their owner. They bark to alarm that there is a suspicious stranger. Keeshond has a mix attitude that also depends on their owner’s training.

Activity: They are also reqiured to have a daily walk. They like to play and run around in a safe area. When they turn in circle it shows that they needed more exercise. These activities will help them stay fit and healthy.

Health: They could suffer from hip dysplasia, heart disease and skin problems like allergies. Their life span is about 12-15 years.

Grooming: Brushing their hair is very important to untangle and to maintain its smoothness and puffiness of their coat. Bathe them only when necessary.

Breed Group: AKC Non-Sporting
Color: Mixture of gray, black and cream
Height: Dogs 17-19 inches (44-48cm.) Bitches are 10% less.
Weight: some sources: 55-66 pounds (25-30kg.)
in other source: 35-45 pounds (15-20 kg.) Try to ask your breeder for the standard weight.
Country Of Origin: Germany

Dynamics: Originally they came from Chow Chow, Spitz, Samoyed breed. They are a born watcher. They became popular in Holland in 1700′s. Their name keeshond was originated in england known as a Dutch Barge Dog.

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AKA: Ormskirk Heeler, Ormskirk Terrier

Description: The Lancashire Heeler can be identified with its short legs that set it low to the ground. While the head and other parts of its body is proportional to each other, the legs are not, being shorter and sturdier. The paws slightly turn out.

The Lancashire Heeler has wide ears and bright eyes that are set apart. Drop ears are not unheard of but breeders prefer the ears to be erect. The Lancashire Heeler’s chest is long and deep, going with a firm abdomen. Its back is strong and ends in a tail that is set high and carried forward over the back. Its coat can either be long or short, depending on the season. During the winter, the coat is plenty and with a mane. In the summer, the coat is sleek and shiny.

Dynamics: The Lancashire Heeler has the energy of a shepherd dog and a hunting dog. It has the skills of an excellent ratter and can help in catching rabbits. It has a shepherd dog’s strong instinct in that it nips at heels. This breed makes a wonderful herder of cattle, goats, and horses, although they are rarely used for this task.

The Lancashire must be taught not to nip at people’s heels. It an alert and energetic breed, and it like to run and give chase. It is friendly with the people it is familiar with but wary of strangers. Socialization is important. This breed needs to be watched with small children and smaller pets. It does better with older considerate children.

Weight: 6-13 pounds (3-6 kg)

Height: 10-12 inches (25-31 cm)

Color: The Lancashire Heeler’s coat is usually black and tan, but there are also those with a liver and tan coat.

Country of Origin: The Lancashire Heeler of today are actually recreations of the original Lancashire Heelers from England. The original breed almost became extinct when people no longer relied on cattle dogs. Today’s Lancashire Heelers are considered a vulnerable breed.

Activities: The Lancashire Heeler is great as a herder but is also very helpful in hunting. This breed oozes with energy and must be kept busy else it will become destructive. It needs to be taken out for a long walk daily.

Grooming: Bathe the Lancashire Heeler only when necessary. Its coat is easy to groom. Just comb and brush with a firm bristle brush.

Other Info: The Lancashire Heeler has a life expectancy of 12 to 13 years. This breed is okay living in an apartment. It is an active dog, and will be okay as long as it is properly exercised and let out for a walk daily.

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Description: The Lakeland Terrier looks like the smaller version of the Welsh Terrier. It is a squarely proportional dog, with an elongated head and strong straight legs. Its face has bushy hair on the forefront, and its teeth is either overshot or undershot. Its eyes are either dark or hazel, the nose is dark, and the ears are triangular in shape.

The Lakeland Terrier’s outer coat is hard, and the undercoat liner helps protect the terrier from brambles and bad weather. The Lakeland Terrier is usually born with a dark coat. At first glance, the dog looks as if it is standing on its toes.

Dynamics: The Lakeland Terrier is a very cheerful and affectionate dog. The breed can be a little feisty and willful, as it has a lot of energy to spare. It is alert and courageous. It needs some firm training so that it does not overrun you with its endless energy. This breed may also be very difficult to house break so a lot of patience is needed in training it.

Despite its stubborness to training, the dog is an intelligent one. The Lakeland Terrier loves to dig around and can be a bit of a barker. It also likes to guard what it owns, including toys and food. Its affectionate nature allows it to get along well with other dogs. This breed also loves children and likes to play. It becomes wary among strangers but gets along well once it becomes familiar with a person. Regarding smaller household pets and animals like cats and birds, the Lakeland Terrier likes to give chase. Training and socialization is needed so that when the breed gets older it does not continue chasing after the animals.

Breed Group: Terrier

Weight: Males 17 pounds (7.7 kg), Females 15 pounds (6.8 kg)

Height: Not above 14½ inches (36.8 cm)

Color: The Lakeland Terrier’s coat may come in combinations of black, black & tan, reddish, red grizzle, wheat, liver & blue, grizzle, and grizzle & tan.

Country of Origin: Originally called the Patterdale Terrier, the Lakeland Terrier was bred from the crossings of the Bedlington and the Old English Wirehaired Terrier in England.

Activities: The Lakeland Terrier was used in hunting den animals like badgers and foxes. The breed was also good at hunting in water and uneven terrain. Other talents of the breed is watchdogging and tracking. It also enjoys running and playing off the leash, which makes them suitable for sports activities like catch and agility.

Grooming: Because of its somewhat thick hair, the Lakeland Terrier should have its coat cut or plucked two to three times a year. Loose and excess hair should be removed, especially from the ear passages and between the pads of the feet. This breed requires heavy grooming. It sheds little to no hair.

Other Info: The Lakeland Terrier has a life expectancy10 to 12 years, although some have reached up to 16 years. This is one of the healthiest breeds, having no serious hereditary diseases. The Lakeland Terrier will do well living in an apartment and can do without a yard.

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AKA: Karst Sheepdog, Istrian Sheepdog, Krasky Ovcar, Krasevec
Description: Karst Shepherd breed is a dog that has a firm body, medium in size. Their hair is long and has double coat. Their hair is somewhat shaggy and they are also known for their dark mask on their face. They have an almond shaped eyes that is dark colored. Their tail is set low and ears lay down as well. Strong jaw and teeth in scissors bite.

Temperament: This breed is a very independent dog. They too are a fearless one. Also, a frugal and trustworthy. But they needed to be trained on obedience. Owners should be patient enough when training them for them to be able to learn fast and being harsh is not recommended. They are a dictator that could dominate people therefore, its owner must have a better understanding of this kind of breed. And that owners would also train their dog not to dominate over them. They are also best sheepdog and could guard their homes from suspicious strangers.

Activity: They are required to have a daily walk specifically brisk walking and jog too. Dogs must be just beside their owner while walking to let them understand that only ;eaders would lead the way for them.

Health: No specific health problems for this breed. Their life span is about 11-12 years.

Grooming: Regular brushing of their hair is needed and bathe them only when it is necessary.

Breed Group: Flock Guard
Color: Various shades of grey – iron, silver or dark grey.
Height: Females 21-24 inches (54-60 cm.) ; Males 22-25 inches (57-63 cm.)
Weight: 58-88 pounds (26-40 kg.)
Country Of Origin: Slovenia, Italy

Dynamics: The Karst Sheepdog got its name from a certain place in Slovenia that is known as Kras that is being landscaped They are the oldest indigenous breed in the place. They are considered very rare breed because of their being one of a kind or their uniqueness.

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AKA: Karelsk Bjornhund, Karjalankarhukoira, Karelischer Barenhund
Description: Karelian Bear Dog is a breed that has a great condition physically. Very strong and has good built. Regaular in size, that is very muscular. They have a very attractive straight coat, that is thick,very smooth and soft to touch. Their tail curls like a ring and its tip is white that clings unto its back. Their ears are set high and its face is somewhat triangular in shape. Their jaws are also very strong and their brown eyes are small expressing a genius look and head is shape like a blunt wedge.

Temperament: This breed is very smart and independent. They are considered hunters. Also, their owner must train them well on socialization for them to be able to have good manners and could get along well with people and other pets in their surroundings. They could be a guard dog, they could protect their family if strangers would invade their home. They are very faithful, devoted dog that could protect their family from all harms.

Activity: Karelian Dogs are required to have daily exercise. A brisk walk would be good for them especially running. This could help them a lot to maintain their energy level and would help them enjoy and not stay idle at home since they could easily feel bored that would trigger them to be destructive.

Health: They are considered one of those healthy breeds so no known diseases for this breed. Their life span is about 10-12 years.

Grooming: They have a soft, shiny and straight hair so it would not be hard to groom them. They only require minimal grooming. Brush them only to remove dead hair and to prevent tangles. What’s good in this breed is that they don’t possess bad odors like other breeds. They are not heavy shedder.

Breed Group: Northern, Hunter
Color: Black with white markings.
Height: Height: 19-23 inches (48-58 cm.)
Weight: 44-50 pounds (20-23 kg.)
Country Of Origin: Finland

Dynamics: their name was originated from northern europe whish is always very populated with some hunting canines That is why this Karelian Bear dog is breed for hunting. They are a fearless dog that could fight wolf and bear.

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