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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 Chesapeake Bay RetrieverChesapeake Bay RetrieverAlternative Names: Chessies Country of Origin: U.S. History: The Chesapeake Bay retriever is descended from two Newfoundland-type puppies found in an English shipwreck off Maryland in 1807. The dogs, Sailor and Canton, were bred with other retrievers to create dogs who would work as duck retrievers in the Chesapeake Bay. The Chessie was recognized as a distinct breed by the end of the nineteenth century. Physical Description: This is a strong, medium size dog, slightly longer than it is tall. Some are taller at the loin than at the withers. It has small drop ears and yellow or amber eyes. The tail is long and hangs low, and the feet are large and webbed. The coat is short, oily, and water-repellent, wavy on the body but straight on the head and legs. There is a dense undercoat and there may be slight feathering on the rump and tail. Color may be any shade of brown, sedge, or dead grass. Height: 21 to 26 inches Weight: 55 to 80 pounds Temperament: This breed is affectionate with family and friends but wary with strangers. A courageous, eager worker, it tends to be reserved and serious. It is intelligent and highly trainable. This breed is friendly with children but may react when provoked. It enjoys outdoor activities. Activity Level: Moderate to high Best Owner: It does well with an experienced, active owner in a rural or suburban home. Special Needs: Exercise, socialization, training Possible Health Concerns: Dwarfism, entropion, epilepsy, PRA Share this article on The Chesapeake Bay Retriever with friends. 
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