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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 Stumpy Tail Cattle DogThe Stumpy Tail Cattle DogCountry of Origin: Australia History: Although they are cousins, this is not the same breed as the Australian cattle dog. The stumpy tail is said to be a cross between a dingo and the Smithfield, the first type of cattle dog used by Australian ranchers. This original cross resulted in the Timmins biter, which was crossed with the blue-merle, smooth coated collie. It lacks the Australian kelpie cross found in the Australian cattle dog. Physical Description: The stumpy tail cattle dog is leggier than the Australian cattle dog and has no tail. It is a muscular, squarely shaped dog with a broad head, flat skull, and moderately long foreface. The eyes are dark brown and oval and the nose is black. It has small prick ears. The chest is deep. The tail is a natural bob, no longer than four inches in length. The double coat has a soft undercoat and short, straight outer coat. There is a ruff around the neck. The coat is blue or blue modified, with or without black markings, or red speckle, with or without darker red markings. Height: 17 to 20 inches Weight: no standard available Temperament: It is a hard worker with great endurance and energy. It is a one-person dog and is naturally reserved but not unfriendly. Activity Level: High Best Owner: The breed does best with an active family in a rural home, especially on a ranch or farm. Special Needs: Exercise, job or activity, socialization, training Possible Health Concerns: cleft palate, spina bifida and other vertebral problems Share this article on The Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog with friends. 
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