 
|
|
|
 |
|
|
|
Animal Shelter Support
 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. |
|
Pet Tips
The ChinookThe ChinookCountry of Origin: U.S. History: The Chinook is a northern breed derived from a single ancestor born in 1917, Chinook, the offspring of a Greenland husky and a Saint Bernard mix. Chinook’s offspring inherited his coloring, size, and intelligence. Chinook and over a dozen of his offspring hauled freight on Admiral Byrd’s 1929 Antarctic Expedition, setting sledding records for distance, weight, and speed. Unfortunately, the senior Chinook lost his life on the expedition. The breed nearly died out in the 1980’s when there were only 11 breedable dogs left but has gained numbers in recent years. Physical Description: The Chinook is a medium to large size dog that is longer than it is tall. It has a broad skull; a tapered muzzle; brown, almond-shaped eyes; and ears that can be prick, drop, or semi-prick. It has a sabrelike tail and well-furred, webbed feet. The dense double coat is tawny with dark tawny to black markings on the ears and muzzle. Height: 21 to 27 inches Weight: 55 to 70 pounds Temperament: The Chinook is a loyal, hardworking, and versatile dog. It is friendly and calm, reserved but not aggressive with strangers. It is intelligent, alert, and trainable but matures slowly. It gets along with children and other animals. Activity Level: Moderate Best Owner: The Chinook does best with an active family or individual in a rural or suburban home. Special Needs: Exercise, fenced yard, grooming, indoor lifestyle, socialization, training Possible Health Concerns: Cataracts, cryptorchidism, dysplasia, seizures, shyness, skin problems Share this article on The Chinook with friends. 
If you enjoyed this article please take a look at our Pet Tips and Information Archive. |
|
|
|
Animal Shelter Facts