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Recent Pet News, Tips & Info...Tosa Ken Tosa KenTosa Ken Alternative Names: Tosa, Tosa inu Country of Origin: Japan History: The Tosa Ken was only developed after Commodore Perry traveled to Japan in 1854, opening trade between Japan The Estrela Mountain Dog The Estrela Mountain Dog Estrela Mountain Dog Alternative Names: cao da Serra da Estrela, Portuguese mountain dog Country of Origin: Portugal History: The Estrela mountain dog is an ancient breed, reputed to be the oldest breed of the Iberan Peninsula. It was The Entlebucher The Entlebucher Entlebucher Alternative Names: Entlebuch mountain dog, Entlebucher cattle dog, Entlebucher sennenhund Country of Origin: Switzerland History: The Entlebucher is the smallest of four Swiss dogs developed from a cross of Roman mastiffs and local Swiss The Dogue de Bordeaux The Dogue de Bordeaux Dogue de Bordeaux Alternative Names: French Mastiff Country of Origin: France History: This ancient breed was developed from Roman mastiffs. The dogue de Bordeaux is one of France’s oldest |
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The Golden RetrieverGolden RetrieverCountry of Origin: Great Britain History: The golden retriever was developed in the late 19th century from a cross of flat and wavy coated retrievers, tweed water spaniels, and red setters. It was bred by British aristocrats as a retriever and companion. The golden retriever is one of the most popular companion dogs, but is also used for a variety of work, including hunting, search and rescue, and assistance work. Physical Description: The golden retriever is a medium to large-size, athletic dog. IT has a broad head with small drop ears, brown eyes, and a black or brownish black nose. The double coat has a soft, dense undercoat and a thick, straight or wavy outer coat in various shades of gold. There is a ruff around the neck and feathering at the legs, chest, belly, and tail. The coat is shortest at the head, ears, paws, and front legs. Height: 21 to 24 inches Weight: 55 to 75 pounds Temperament: The golden retriever is very outgoing, friendly, playful, and even-tempered. It gets along with almost everyone, including children and other dogs. Activity Level: Moderate to high Best Owner: It does best with an active family in a suburban or rural home. Special Needs: Exercise, grooming Possible Health Concerns: Cataracts, ectropion, entropion, heart disease, hip dysplasia, PRA, cancer |
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