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Recent Pet News, Tips & Info...Tosa Ken Tosa KenTosa Ken Alternative Names: Tosa, Tosa inu Country of Origin: Japan History: The Tosa Ken was only developed after Commodore Perry traveled to Japan in 1854, opening trade between Japan The Estrela Mountain Dog The Estrela Mountain Dog Estrela Mountain Dog Alternative Names: cao da Serra da Estrela, Portuguese mountain dog Country of Origin: Portugal History: The Estrela mountain dog is an ancient breed, reputed to be the oldest breed of the Iberan Peninsula. It was The Entlebucher The Entlebucher Entlebucher Alternative Names: Entlebuch mountain dog, Entlebucher cattle dog, Entlebucher sennenhund Country of Origin: Switzerland History: The Entlebucher is the smallest of four Swiss dogs developed from a cross of Roman mastiffs and local Swiss The Dogue de Bordeaux The Dogue de Bordeaux Dogue de Bordeaux Alternative Names: French Mastiff Country of Origin: France History: This ancient breed was developed from Roman mastiffs. The dogue de Bordeaux is one of France’s oldest |
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The Braque FrancaisBraque FrancaisAlternative Names: French Pointer Country of Origin: France History: The braque Francais originates from southwest France and the Central Pyrenees. It is one of France’s oldest pointing dogs, going as far back as the seventeenth century. There are two types: the Gascogne and the Pyrenean. The lighter, racier Pyrenean is more popular and considered to be closer to the original braque Francais. Physical Description: This is a strong, medium size dog with very loose skin. The eyes are yellow to brown, the nose is brown, and the ears are drop. The tail is naturally short or docked, although some Gascogne types have a long tail. The short, thick coat is brown, brown and white, brown and white speckled, or brown and tan. Height: (Gascongne): 22 to 27 inches Weight: 55 to 70 pounds Height: (Pyrenean): 18.5 to 23 inches Weight: 39.5 to 55 pounds Temperament: Both types are gentle, easygoing dogs. They enjoy working and are intelligent and eager to please. Because they are sensitive, positive training is best. Activity Level: High Best Owner: It does best with an active, outdoorsy family in a rural or suburban home. Special Needs: Job or activity, training Possible Health Concerns: Ectropion, entropion, hip dysplasia |
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