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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 Field SpanielField SpanielCountry of Origin: Great Britain History: The field spaniel and the cocker spaniel developed side by side until the twentieth century, with fields being the larger in the litter. Poor breeding affected the breed adversely for many years, until fanciers refocused on maintaining effectiveness in the field. The breed was first imported to the U.S. in the late nineteenth century but never became popular. It remains rare. Physical Description: This is a sturdy, medium size dog that is longer that it is tall. The head is rectangular in shape with long, wide drop ears and almond-shaped brown eyes. There is a docked or natural tail. The glossy single coat has feathering on the chest, belly, back of legs, and underside of the tail. It may be black, liver, golden liver, roan, with or without tan points. A small amount of white on the chest and throat is allowed. Height: 17 to 18 inches Weight: 35 to 50 pounds Temperament: The field spaniel is a lively, fun-loving, and vocal dog. It loves the water. Activity Level: Moderate to high Best Owner: It does best with an active owner in a rural or suburban home. Special Needs: Exercise, job or activity Possible Health Concerns: Hip dysplasia, ectropion, entropion, PRA, subaortic stenosis, thyroid disease Share this article on The Field Spaniel with friends. 
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