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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 Clumber SpanielClumber SpanielCountry of Origin: France/Great Britain History: The clumber spaniel is believed to have been developed in France by the Duc de Noailles. When the French Revolution was imminent, he relocated his dogs to the kennels at the Duke of Newcastle’s Clumber Park estate. There may be Alpine spaniel and basset hound in the clumber’s ancestry. The breed became popular among English nobility during the nineteenth century. Physical Description: This is a long, low, solid dog with a rectangular shape. There is a massive head with long, broad ears; a short muzzle; and ; large, amber eyes. The nose is large and can be of various shades of brown, including beige, rose, or cherry. The tail is docked. The coat is silky and straight, with a neck frill and feathering on the ears. Color is white with lemon or orange markings. Height: 17 to 20 inches Weight: 55 to 85 pounds Temperament: The clumber spaniel is a friendly, laid-back dog that is affectionate with friends and family but somewhat reserved with strangers. It is quite playful but still dignified. Activity Level: Moderate Best Owner: This breed does best with an active family with time for it. It is best suited to a suburban or rural home. Special Needs: Ear cleaning, grooming, positive training Possible Health Concerns: Allergies, ear problems, ectropion, entropion, epilepsy, hip dysplasia, hypothyroidism, invertebral disc disease Share this article on The Clumber Spaniel with friends. 
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