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East Siberian Laika

Monday, March 23rd, 2009

eslAKA: N/A
Description: This breed has two major types the Evenki and the Irkutsk and those that are not so important Yakutia, Amur and Tofolar. They vary in their body shape and color. They have square shaped body and slender and long-limbed. Long muzzle like their skull, teeth are in scissors bite, eyes are set obliquely and is dark in color. They are built healthy and strong, and head shape also varies in their regional varieties. Their ears stand out and triangular in shape with their tail curved over their back. They have double coat that is medium long. Undercoat is straight and soft.

Temperament:
East Siberian Laikans are good for hunting and pulling sleds. They are a calm and good tempered dog. Generally, this breed is the best human companion since they could be a good protector to their owner in times of trouble and could as well be a good guard dog. However, they are too aggressive when it come to large animals.

Activity: They like hunting and pulling sleds. They are too required to have daily walks and exercise to maintain their energy.

Breed Group: hunting
Color: Black and tan, with light patches (called karamis), grizzle, patched, ticked, white, grey, black, red and brown of all shades.
Height: males is 21.5 to 25 inches. For females, it is 21 to 24 inches.
Country Of Origin: Siberia

Dynamics: They are very calm and affectionate dogs too. And are very protective of their owner and its family.

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Collie

Monday, March 2nd, 2009

AKA: Scottish Colliecollie
Description: Collie the breed that was made famous in the movie Lassie. Their skull is flat, head is light and not massive and creates a similarity with its rounded,lean wedge that is soft and clean and well balanced and proportioned. Their underjaw is very strong and has good set of teeth in perfect size in scissors bite. Their ears are only erected at least ¾ to also be proportion to their head and flat skull. Eyes are clear and bright with a smart expression. Neck is clean,strong and muscular, regularly long and carried in slight arch. Their body is also muscular and strong and proportion to their height with deep chest. Moreover, they have strong,muscular straight legs, with regularly long,caried low tail and coat with good pattern and long with the exception of the legs and head the outer part is straight and rough and undercoat is soft and hairy.

Temperament: Collie breed is an alert dog, smart and flexible. A very strong dog and proud especially with their muscular built and straight legs. Also, they are a sweet, devoted and protective dog especially to their family. This breed has been awarded 5 times with a Ken-L-Ration Hero Dog award. They have the best socialization attitude especially towards children. A very playful yet calm dog also very friendly. They have to be trained properly and in a gentle way. This breed is not as aggressive compared to other breeds but they could be one when it comes to some suspicious strangers.

Activity: Collies require daily exercise and walks to keep them firm and strong. And enjoys to frolic around especially off leash in an open area.

Health: They could suffer the following: PRA, eye defects and hip problems leading to acute lameness and arthritis. Their nose tip is delicate and must be protected from sun or heat. Their life span is about 14-16 years.

Grooming: They needed a thorough brushing since they have long coats and extra care during their shedding. Bathe them only when necessary. Either wet or dry shampoo. They shed only 2 times each year.

Breed Group: Herding
Color: Sable and white, tri-color (black, white & tan), blue merle or predominantly white with sable, tri-color or blue merle markings.
Height: Dogs 24-26 inches (61-66cm.) Bitches 22-24 inches (56-61cm.)
Weight: Dogs 60-75 pounds (27-34kg.) Bitches 50-65 pounds (23-29kg.)
Country Of Origin: Britain

Dynamics: Collies are calm dog that has a very muscular ans strong built. Very friendly and could be a good human companion since they have good socialization enjoy being with children and other pets too.

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Cockapoo

Tuesday, February 24th, 2009

cockapooAKA: Cockerpoo, Cock-A-Poo, Spoodle
Description: Cockapoo is not a purebred type, they are cross between the cocker spaniel and poodle. They are squarely built,hairy breed like that of both poodle and cocker spaniel dog. Proportion body. Has long and curly coat all over his body. Moreover, their coat is also compact and needs a lot of brushing. They are usually identified through their size with their height.

Temperament: They are also considered toy dog since they are very loyal, friendly breed and They are an outgoing dog too, easy to train because they are known as the smartest dog in the world. But Proper handling on trainings is required for them since they are an obedient breed. Moreover, cockapoo eager to please and a friendly dog thus, making him one of the best human companion. That is why its not hard for them to get along well with others especially with children also with other animals.

Activity: They needed daily physical exercise and a daily walk to keep them healthy and in good condition. They also love to run and play around.

Health: They have the tendency to suffer genetic problems called hybrid vigor.

Grooming: Regular brushing is required for this breed, since they have long curly/wavy hair. Clipping is also required of them at least once a year.

Breed Group: N/A
Color: white, cream, tan and all combinations of these
Height: 14-15 inches
Weight: 6-19 lbs
Country Of Origin: United States

Dynamics: A very smart, loyal breed that makes a good companion to human. Very friendly and a pet dog to his family and the people around.

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Chow Chow

Wednesday, February 18th, 2009

chowAKA: N/A
Description: Chow is a breed developed in Mongolia and later introduced in China. They have a square profile, strongly built body,broad skull and ears are small,erect and triangular in shape but rounded on its tip. They have a compact double coat, silky and either smooth or coarse in texture. Fur is thick especially on their neck which is a typical mane look. Coat come is five color varieties black, cinnamon,red and cream.

Moreover, They have a deep set almond shaped eyes and black nose. They are prominent with their blue/black tongue which the bluish color reaching through their lips. Their hind legs are straight. Also, they have curly tail, which has thick hair adding an effect to it.

Temperament: Chows are known to be a good companion dog. Very loyal and friendly especially to their family but could also be aloof when it comes to strangers. They should undergo trainings for socialization for them to be able to adjust to its environment. When they are already bonded with their owner or family, they are very affectionate because they always maintain their relationship with them.

This breed is an active kind and they could be fine in an apartment life. They have a cat-like behavior that makes them an independent, tough breed and could be trusted with suspicious strangers who may be invading their home. They are not eager to please compared to other breeds. That is why it is always recommended for them to undergo socialization training while on its early age.

Activity: Eventhough they have the attitude of being lazy at times, they should be taken for a daily walk and exercise because this is recommended for them to overcome behavioral problems.

Health: They are prone to elbow dysplasia, hip dysplasia, patellar luxation (slipping knee caps), thyroid disease, pemphigus foliaceus and ocular disorders such as entropion and ectropion. Their life span is about 15 years.

Grooming: To maintain the smoothness of their coat, they must be brushed regularly and be bathed if necessary. They shed on a seasonal basis only.

Breed Group: Northern
Color: Black, cinnamon,red and cream.
Height: 18-22 inches (46-56 cm.)
Weight: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg.)
Country Of Origin: China

Dynamics: Chows are a very loyal, affectionate dog and could also be sociable when trained early. They are the perfect man’s bestfriend since they make good companion.

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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Friday, January 16th, 2009

cavsAKA: Ruby Spaniel,Blenheim Spaniel
Description: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a beautiful spaniel breed. They are small dog has dark and big round eyes. That is expressing its attractiveness. They have pointed muzzle and skulll is flat. They have nose that is rightly developed,with wide nostrils They have a hairy ears that is long and carried flat. Its coat is soft, silky which at times becomes wavy, has variety of colors like black, tan, ruby and tri-color also blenheim- a chestnut accent on their white color. Those that comes in blenheim,has a chestnut red spotthat you can found at the top of their head.

Temperament: This breed is a loving, keen, outgoing and lively dog. They are a fearless dog that wants to be please always. They are very smart thus, they tend to understand what you would want to convey that made them easy to train especially on obedience trainig. They love human companionships so they enjoy being with people around them and naturally has good conduct. To avoid misbehavior, they should not be left alone. They are great outdoors they love to walk around with their owner. Also, sometimes they have the chasing attitude that is why a leash is required for them to just settle in one place and for their owner to control. They also needed some socialization training to familiarize and adjust well on their surroundings. They also has skills for hunting because they have a very sensitive sense of smell.

Activity: They require a daily long walk and they always enjoy playing as their exercise to prevent misbehaviors. Also a good romp in their area would do good for them.

Health: Syringomyelia, hereditary eye disease, dislocating kneecaps (patella), back troubles, ear infections, early onset of deafness or hearing trouble. They have the tendency to gain weight so they should not be overfed.

Grooming: brush them with a firm bristle brush. Bathe them or dry shampoo when needed, to avoid tangling and matting. Check their eyes daily to avoid infections. They are an average shedder.

Breed Group: Gun Dog, Toy
Color: tan, tri-color and blenheim (rich chestnut on a pearly-white background)
Height: 12-13 inches (30-33 cm.)
Weight: 10-18 pounds (5-8 kg.)
Country Of Origin: england

Dynamics: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel are an elegant looking dog that is smart, calm, loves to play and very energetic.

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