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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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The Chinese Shar-PeiChinese Shar-PeiAlternative Names: shar-pei Country of Origin: China History: The Chinese shar-pei is believed to be an ancient breed that is thought to have originated in the region around the small village of Tai Li in the Guangdong Province during the Han Dynasty (c. 200 B.C.). Statues bearing a strong resemblance to the shar-pei have been dated to this period and a Chinese manuscript from the thirteenth century refers to a wrinkled dog with characteristics much like those of the shar-pei. The Chinese shar-pei is thought to have been developed as an all-purpose dog. Although it has come close to extinction, it is now a popular companion dog. Physical Description: The Chinese shar-pei is a medium-size, compact, and square dog. Its most distinctive feature is the loose skin that covers its head and body, creating hundreds of wrinkles. It has an oval-shaped muzzle, sometimes called a hippopotamus muzzle, small ears, and a high-set tail. The tongue and lips are a bluish black. It come in two coat types: a short and a longer coat, which should not exceed an inch in length. The coat can be any solid color or sable. Height: 18 to 20 inches Weight: 45 to 60 pounds Temperament: The Chinese shar-pei is an alert, serious, and intelligent dog. It is affectionate and devoted to its family but wary with strangers. It prefers the company of humans to dogs and may be aloof. Activity Level: Moderate Best Owner: The best owner for this breed is an active person in a suburban or rural home. Special Needs: Exercise, socialization, training, wrinkle cleaning Possible Health Concerns: Amyloidosis, cancer, immune system problems, shar-pei fever Share this article on The Chinese Shar-Pei with friends. 
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