Archive for the ‘Dog Breeds’ Category

Choosing The Right Spaniel Puppy

by Darin Lawson Hosking Spaniels as a family are hunting and retrieving dogs. Preparing for a Spaniel puppy takes a bit of planning. Choosing which breed of spaniel is sometime difficult as their are many traits in the spaniel family to look at. All dogs belong to the same species, called the Canis familiaris. All [...]

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The English Pointer: The Perfect Pet?

by Gabriel Adams Deriving their name from their ability to point out game to hunters, the English Pointer was specifically bred for its innate qualities. There are a variety of breeds used in hunting, but the English Pointer was known for finding game, stopping, and pointing it out by use of its muzzle. The hunter [...]

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The Affenpinscher Breed Standard

by Connie Limon The general appearance of the Affenpinscher is a balanced, wiry-haired terrier-like toy dog. The Affenpinscher is sturdy and compact with medium bone structure. The preferred height at the withers is 9 ½” to 11 1/2″. He has a square-like appearance. The head is in proportion to the body, carried confidently with a [...]

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Is a Collie Puppy Right For You?

by Ron King The television series “Lassie” made Lassie the beloved symbol for Collies in America. Your new Collie puppy won’t measure up to the wonder dog, but you’ll most likely find him a wonderful family dog. The Family Protector The Collie was originally bred to herd sheep, and still has a strong protective instinct, [...]

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Poodle the Perfect Pet

by Daniel Millions The Poodle, regardless of size or color, is a distinctive, squarely built, elegant dog with a coat that serves as the crowning touch to a royal entity. From the largest Standard to the tiniest Toy, Poodles have a unique way about them that transcends everything they do in life. How they carry [...]

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