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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 Large MunsterlanderLarge MunsterlanderAlternative Names: grosser Munsterlander vorstehund Country of Origin: Germany History: The large Munsterlander is a cross of pointers, wachtelhunds and stoberhunds, all believed to be descended from the bird and hawk dogs used in the Middle Ages. The breed was developed in the West Munsterland, Germany, and is a cousin of the small Munsterlander and German longhaired pointer. It only became a separate breed in the early twentieth century and is differentiated from the longhaired pointer by its black and white coloring. Physical Description: This is a medium to large-size, muscular, and square-shaped dog. It has a long head with a black nose and dark eyes. The drop ears are broad and set high and the tail is long. The medium-length, sleek coat is white with black patches or blue roan, with feathering on the legs, tail and ears. Height: 23 to 26 inches Weight: 50 to 65 pounds Temperament: The large Munsterlander is active and easygoing. It is friendly with almost everyone, including children and other animals and is highly trainable. It tends to vocalize. Activity Level: High Best Owner: It does best with an active family in a rural or suburban environment. Special Needs: exercise, grooming Possible Health Concerns: hip dysplasia Share this article on The Large Munsterlander with friends. 
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