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 Show your support with a magnetic ribbon. Recent Pet News, Tips & Info...South Russian Ovcharka South Russian OvcharkaSouth Russian Ovcharka Alternative Names: Youznorusskaya ovcharka, Youzhak Country of Origin: Russian History: The South Russian ovcharka was developed in the early 19th century in the Crimean region of Askania Nova Slovac Duvac Slovac Duvac Slovac Duvac Alternative Names: Slovac cuvac, slovensky cuvac, Slovakian chuvach, Tatransky cuvac, Slovensky kuvac Country of Origin: Slovakia History: The Slovac cuvac is an old breed that has been used as a flock guardian and shepherd’s companion for centuries. Sarplaninac Sarplaninac Sarplaninac Alternative Names: Yugoslavian shepherd dog, Illyrian shepherd dog Country of Origin: Serbia and Macedonia History: The Sarplaninac is believed to have developed from Tibetan shepherd dogs that were brought from Asia to the Saint Bernard Saint Bernard Saint Bernard Country of Origin: Switzerland History: The Saint Bernard was developed in the 17th century by Swiss monks at the Hospice of Saint Bernard, a |
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The Deutsher WachetlhundDeutsher WachetlhundAlternative Names: German spaniel Country of Origin: Germany History: The Deutscher wachtelhund has a long history in Germany, where it is believed to have existed for centuries. In German, the wachtelhund is classified as a stoberhund, which is similar to a spaniel in its flushing ability, but more versatile. The wachtelhund nearly died out in the late nineteenth century, but was revitalized by crossbreeding with other hunting dogs. In Germany, the breed continues to be used as a hunting dog on both large and small game and is rarely kept as a companion. Physical Description: This is a muscular, medium-size dog that is longer than it is tall. The flat, broad head has a broad muzzle; large, dark nose; and dark eyes. There are long, broad ears and the tail is docked to about one-third its length. The long, wavy coat is solid liver brown, white with ticking and large patches of brown, or red or liver roan. Height: 18 to 22 inches Weight: 44 to 66 pounds Temperament: This breed is energetic and hard working. It is intense in the field but friendly with family, both loyal and biddable. Activity Level: Moderate to high Best Owner: It does best in an active rural home where it has a job. Special Needs: exercise, job or activity Possible Health Concerns: hip dysplasia |
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