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 Show your support with a magnetic ribbon. Recent Pet News, Tips & Info...The Aryan MolossusOnce a Warrior, Today a Loyal Companion and a Family-Protector Should you ever decide that you need a big dog, with an imposing posture, which can look threatening and majestic at the same time, the Aryan Molossus is definitely one breed that you must take into consideration. The Armant The Egyptian Dog with a Lot of Love to Give To some of you, the Armant is better known as the “Egyptian Sheepdog” and, just as the name suggests it, it was bred to be a herding dog. However, in ancient times, it was used mostly as a guard dog. This breed is originally from Egypt and named after the town of Armant. Its loyalty and agility are the two main characteristics which make this dog special. The Atlas Terrier The Small Dog With a Massive Dose of Energy At a glimpse, the Atlas Terrier can be easily mistaken with the Jack Russell Terrier. However, there are some differences that may help you tell these two cousins apart. Before deciding to buy or adopt a dog of this breed, there are some things that you have to take into consideration. Unfortunately, this is quite a rare breed of dogs in our days. Anglos-Francaises de Petite Venerie It Is Impossible Not to Love Them Anglos-Francaises de Petite Venerie are the smallest dogs in the Anglos-Francais category. However, the name „Petite”, meaning „small”, is not at all referring to the size of the dogs, but to the game they are after. Even if they've been around since the 16th century, today, these dogs are not easy to find. So if you have decided to adopt one, you can be sure that you will have a unique pet. |
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Guardian dogsGuardian dogs are bred to guard homes, people, and valuables as well as livestock. They also include the relatively gentle traditional search and rescue dogs. Saint Bernards and Newfoundlands are examples of dogs who serve as guardians over the lost and injured. Despite their large size both make excellent pets.Rottweilers, Doberman pinschers, and mastiffs are among dogs who were bred to guard people and property. These dogs tend to be more dominant than other breeds. If one of these dogs is poorly bred , poorly socialized and untrained they could be dangerous. Your guardian dog must be very well socialized and supervised with guest if you love to entertain and thrive on having guests in your home. These dogs bond tightly with their family but can be very wary of strangers, even when trained. The Maremma sheepdog and Great Pyrenees were bred to guard livestock rather than humans. Many are still used in these roles today, in both their countries of origin and in the U.S. These dogs make great watchdogs because they see their owners as their herds. They might overwhelm a family not experienced with dominant dogs. Guardian dogs are wonderful dogs to have if they are well trained and supervised. Share this article on Guardian dogs with friends. 
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