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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 Cesky FousekCesky FousekAlternative Names: Bohemian wirehaired pointing griffon, Ceska fouska (female) Country of Origin: Czech Republic History: The Cesky fousek was a widely used wirehaired pointing dog in the Czech and Slovakian Republics, but with the advent of WWI, the breed came close to extinction. The breed was revived in the 1930’s with the help of German wirehaired and shorthaired pointers and is once again a popular hunting dog in its homeland. Physical Description: This is a strong, medium size dog with almond shaped, brown eyes and drop ears. The tail is docked to three-fifths its length and is carried horizontally. The coat is wiry with a soft, dense undercoat; a longer, coarse outer coat; and long, coarse guard hairs. The coat is longest at the thighs, chest, and shoulders and there is feathering on the legs and facial hair, with a beard, mustache, and long eyebrows. Coloring is dark roan, with or without brown patches, or brown, with or without ticked markings. Height: 23 to 26 inches Weight: 60 to 75 pounds Temperament: The Cesky fousek is a hard working, intelligent dog that is devoted to its family and highly trainable. Activity Level: High Best Owner: It does best with an active family in a rural or suburban environment. Special Needs: Exercise, job or activity Possible Health Concerns: Alopecia, hip dysplasia Share this article on The Cesky Fousek with friends. 
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