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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 Bouvier des FlandresBouvier des FlandresAlternative Names: koes hond (cow dog), toucheur de boeuf (cattle drover), vuilbaard (dirty beard) Country of Origin: Belgium History: The Bouvier des Flandres was developed in the Flanders area of Belgium as a cattle dog, used for both herding and driving. It is believed to be descended from Continental herding breeds, such as the schnauzer. Its use was antiquated when the automobile was invented and cattle began being transported by truck; however, breed fanciers worked to save the breed. Although it is no longer used for herding or driving, it has worked as a police and military dog, guide dog, and search and rescue dog. The breed was first introduced to the U.S. in the 1930’s. Physical Description: This is a large, powerful, squarely built, compact dog with a large head. The flat skull is long and broad with a broad muzzle. It has oval, brown eyes; a large, black nose; and small ears that cropped erect or naturally drop. The neck is muscular and chest is broad. The Bouvier des Flandres is naturally tailless or the tail is docked to about four inches long and set high. The double coat has a fine, dense undercoat and rough, tousled outer coat with a thick mustache, beard, and eyebrows with erect hairs. The coat is short on the skull and upper part of the back. It may be fawn, gray, brindle, salt and pepper, or black. Some have a small, white star on the chest. Height: 23.5 to 27.5 inches Weight: 65 to 100 pounds Temperament: This is a versatile dog that is even-tempered and gentle. It is protective but capable of determining real from imagined threats. It is both courageous and intelligent and does fine with children, Activity Level: High Best Owner: An active, dog-experienced owner in a rural or suburban home is best. Special Needs: Fenced yard, grooming, positive training, socialization Possible Health Concerns: Autoimmune disorders, cancer, glaucoma, hip and elbow dysplasia, hypothyroidism, subaortic stenosis Share this article on The Bouvier des Flandres with friends. 
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